As another harmful algal bloom season looms on Lake Erie, scientists look ahead
Scientists forecast a mild to moderate algal bloom on Lake Erie as phosphorus runoff, rising temperatures and funding cuts complicate water quality efforts.
Spit happens: The hidden life of spittlebugs
Retired biologist Tami Gingrich explores the hidden lives of spittlebugs inside their unique homes — frothy blobs surrounding the stems of plants.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 12 (6-26-25)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of June 26, 2025.
Cecil Township dismisses Range Resources’ challenge to wellpad setback ordinance
The Cecil Township Zoning Hearing Board voted to dismiss oil and gas company Range Resources' challenge to its ordinance that increase well pad setbacks.
‘Forever chemicals’ detected in 65% of sampled private wells in Pennsylvania
Penn State researchers conducted a citizen science study of PFAS — forever chemicals — in 167 private wells across Pennsylvania.
Immigration raids: Will they happen on Ohio and Pa. farms?
The Trump Administration's ICE raids are sweeping across the country, but they underscore the importance of farm labor and reform to the H-2A program.
Ohio water quality gains at risk as legislature eyes H2Ohio cuts
Ohio lawmakers may slash $120M from H2Ohio, threatening progress on clean water, wetland restoration and efforts to reduce Lake Erie algal blooms.
Kaufman Realty and Auctions celebrates 50 years
This year, Kaufman Realty and Auctions is celebrating 50 years of business. To mark the occasion, the company is hosting an open house July 10 from 4-7 p.m. at Kaufman Auction Center, 559 Belden Parkway, Sugarcreek, Ohio.
Look twice: Eyespot mimicry in butterflies and moths
Tami Gingrich explores why moths have distinct circular, concentric rings made up of contrasting colors on their wings, mimicking an eyeball.
Seed Genetics Direct puts farmers first in seed selections
Farther-son business Seed Genetics Direct in Jeffersonville, Ohio, focuses on farmers' needs and seed quality when it comes to its seed catalog.
