64 Holstein calves stolen in ‘highly coordinated’ Ohio livestock heist
Mercer County Sheriff investigates the theft of 64 Holstein calves worth up to $128K. Officials warn of a potential black market amid record cattle prices.
Resilience and growth: Highlights from the 98th Ohio FFA Convention
The 98th Ohio FFA Convention was a powerful reminder that our setbacks don't define us—our mindset does. From keynote speaker Brad Hurtig’s incredible story of resilience to State President Carter Boyd’s call to embrace what makes us “outstanding,” the message was clear: Ohio FFA is a place where every student can find their purpose. Whether it’s troubleshooting tractors in Ansonia or launching new urban chapters in Garfield Heights, Ohio FFA is proving that agriculture is for everyone.
There’s a sucker born every minute
Looking for a challenge that doesn't involve the walleye crowds? The spring sucker run is officially on! From the common white sucker to the elusive redhorse, these feisty bottom-feeders are a blast to catch and—if prepared right—make for a delicious meal. Check out Jim Abrams’ latest guide on how to identify them, where to find them and how to cook them up.
Report reptile and amphibian road crossings
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife and the Ohio Department of Transportation are asking the public to report locations where they see reptiles and amphibians frequently cross roadways.
Round-up of FFA news for the week of April 30, 2026
Find out what Delta FFA, Fayetteville FFA and Black River FFA are up to during the week of April 30, 2026.
Give and take: Calculate how grazing livestock impact soil nutrient levels
Stop guessing your fertilizer needs. In the latest All About Grazing columns, Ohio State University Extension's Josh Winters leads us through how to use research-based calculations to determine how much P and K your livestock return to the soil through grazing.
Op-ed: Pa. farmers need conservation programs now more than ever
As input costs rise and climate threats grow, farmer Amanda Butterfield warns that deep cuts to USDA conservation staff leave family farms at risk.
Ramp it up: A beginners guide to plant, harvest and eat the Appalachian staple...
Join Reporter Liz Partsch on a trek through the Pennsylvania woods to discover the world of ramps. Learn how to sustainably harvest these Appalachian spring greens and try her favorite ramp recipes.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown Episode 55 (4-30-26)
Editor Rachel Wagoner and Reporter Liz Partsch give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of April 30, 2026.
Non-profit helps reclaim mine land, support declining white oak trees
A new partnership is breathing life back into former coal mines in Appalachia. Non-profit Bosland Growth, with support from Suntory Global Spirits, is reclaiming strip-mined land in West Virginia and Pennsylvania by planting thousands of native trees. The project focuses on the white oak—a species critical for wildlife and the bourbon industry—which is currently struggling to regenerate.
