Salem horse deaths spark outcry across equine community
Community demands answers after four horses are found dead in Salem, Ohio, sparking calls for transparency, stronger cruelty laws and equine-welfare reform.
Ohio farm preserves worker’s turkey tradition for Thanksgiving
Mason Kisamore Family Farms supports the tradition of giving turkeys to employees for Thanksgiving by selling hundreds to local businesses at a discount.
Shop small, shop local: Ways to keep your holiday dollars in the community
Christmas ads flash across the TV screen every few minutes, begging viewers to buy gifts for loved ones at corporate department stores. But what if we could support our local farmers, producers and artists this year instead?
EHM detected in Pennsylvania not linked to Waco outbreak
Equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy was reported Nov. 27 in horses at a farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. State ag officials said there were no known links to the EHM outbreak that began at a barrel racing event in Waco, Texas.
Farm and Dairy staff receives awards for writing, design
The Farm and Dairy editorial team recently received national and international recognition for its excellence in writing, reporting and producing engaging content. Managing Editor Sara Welch, Reporter Liz Partsch, Art Director David Hartong and Paginator Tammy Donaldson received honors in two contests.
Ohio hunters can donate harvested deer to support local food pantries
Deer donation days are Dec. 1, 2, 6, and 7. Division of Wildlife staff will be available at donation locations to assist with drop-offs.
Horses can’t lie down for too long
URBANA, Ill. — It’s something you wouldn’t believe could happen unless you saw it. You walk out to the barn in the morning and...
Ag Toy Drive brings in nearly $12,000 to buy gifts for children in need
The toy drive hosted by the Ashland and Wayne Young Ag Professionals and the Medina County Young Farmers marked its ninth year with what organizers say was their biggest fundraising haul yet.
Ohio Veteran’s Alliance for Medical Cannabis helps veterans heal chronic pain
Darrell Leffingwell founded the Ohio Veteran's Alliance for Medical Cannabis to advocate for and give veterans access to medical marijuana to heal pain.
Pa. humane officers fight for animals with little support
Humane officers in rural Pennsylvania battle cruelty, high costs and little funding to save animals.
