Dialing in: Wilcox connects with nature, local food, through mushrooms
Espo Wilcox's interest in mushrooms started with foraging. Now, he's taking it another step further with the PA Mushroom Co., in Clarion, Pennsylvania, cultivating and selling mushrooms
Nonperishable foods to stock up on in advance of a snowstorm
In the event of a snowstorm that may keep you inside for days, you should have at least three days’ worth of food and water. Learn what to stock up on.
How to garden for climate change
Learn how to garden or landscape to support future generations and how to make your garden hardier and better prepared to survive climate change.
Western Pennsylvania century farms recognized
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recognized nine Pennsylvania families for their contributions to agriculture at the 106th Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Woodruff family runs an ever-evolving ag operation
Despite their many ventures in refrigerated freight, milk processing, meat production and more, the Woodruff family remains rooted in the small family farm.
Animal health experts: Plan ahead in case of foreign animal disease outbreaks
Speakers at a Jan. 19 meeting on biosecurity and foreign animal disease urged pig producers to focus on biosecurity and contact animal health officials if their pigs show any unusual disease symptoms.
Storied history of Ohio’s squirrel population
Squirrels are considered tremendous assets to the environment. Ohio is home to the Eastern gray, Eastern fox, red squirrel and Southern flying squirrel.
W.Va. governor proposes flat budget, some seek more investment in state
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice recently announced a proposed state budget for fiscal year 2023. The proposal lines up with Justice’s history of proposing mostly flat budgets for the last several years. Some argue, however, a flat budget means low expectations and a lack of investment in the state.
How to stay safe when you’re ice fishing
Even if you’ve checked the ice to ensure a safe ice fishing trip, it’s important to be prepared, bring safety equipment and know what to do in an emergency.
Don’t miss the cues with livestock guardian dog behavior
Unwanted behaviors in livestock guardian dogs "didn't start yesterday," Tarma Shena says. To solve them, you need to pay attention.
