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As the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial race begins to take shape, the front-runner candidates are outlining their priorities for the state’s future. From agricultural endorsements to public health initiatives and energy reform, we take an objective look at the platforms of Vivek Ramaswamy, Dr. Amy Acton and Casey Putsch. Get the full breakdown of their positions on land use, water quality and Ohio's farm economy from writer Jake Zajkowski.

Ohio corn growers are reeling after a provision for nationwide, year-round E15 sales was stripped from the latest federal funding bill. Despite months of bipartisan negotiations, the sudden move has left farmers feeling sidelined as the budget bills faces a looming Jan. 30 deadline.

As we look ahead to the 2026 season, Ohio’s agricultural community is closely watching a shifting "scoreboard" of economic indicators. From the USDA’s latest crop production estimates to the long-term drought conditions persisting in the Maumee River Basin, the start of the year has already brought significant surprises.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife requested the public’s help in a midwinter survey to count the national bird. Over 15 days, the agency received observations of 592 adult and 123 immature eagles.

Is your winter gear working as hard as you are? Rachel Wagoner, Farm and Dairy editor and livestock farmer, shares her essential principles for surviving a cold snap. Whether you're tending sheep or just shoveling the drive, learn why mobility is just as important as insulation and get Rachel’s "real-world" take on the three-layer method.

Need something to listen to while you're shoveling snow today? Check out our podcast, the Weekly Rundown. Farm and Dairy Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in the paper and some behind-the-scenes details about their reporting.

The convention will include member-driven policy discussions, updates on CAUV and property tax changes and Ohio Farmers Union officers and delegates elections.

Catch up with news from Fireland FFA, West Holmes FFA and Black River FFA.

Stark Parks is expanding its public electronic recycling and composting services by offering two new drop-off locations

 Just Rite 4-H Club held its monthly business meeting Jan. 4 with 59 members were in attendance.