How to improve your garden soil using wood ash
If you burn wood as a primary or supplemental heat source in the winter, you might want to consider saving the ashes for your lawn or garden in the spring.
Sticking to your diet at Super Bowl parties
If you have resolved to eat healthier, parties can present a challenge, so it’s important to have a game plan before tackling the Super Bowl spread.
Paying my debt to library society
Kymberly Foster Seabolt believes libraries are truly the heart of our society, as she recalls past visits with her children and her most recent trip.
In tough times, dairy graziers group together
Dairy farmers at this year's grazing conference talked about the benefits of working together in groups, where financial information and performance is shared.
Ohio man works to build Kenya dairy industry
Dwight Roseler will spend the next few years traveling to Kenya to develop dairy feed rations and help provide training on improving cow health.
Speaking up for U.S. soybean growers
This Delaware County grain farmer is an advocate for his industry — on his farm and across the country.
States apply to grow industrial hemp, now that it’s legally recognized
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture recently submitted their state plan for industrial hemp to the USDA.
USDA to reopen all Farm Service Agency offices
All USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices nationwide will reopen Jan. 24, and will be open five days a week through Feb. 8. If the government shutdown continues beyond that time, office hours will be reduced.
Missing a dog is a gut-wrenching experience of waiting and hoping
Judith Sutherland focuses on keeping the faith as she tirelessly searches for her lost English Shepherd male, Billy.
How to keep pets safe in cold weather
During winter weather, special care should be taken to ensure pets are safe. Use these tips to ensure your pet isn't overexposed to the elements.
