Plant a Victory Garden
Planting modern victory gardens reduces food insecurity by improving access to healthy, nutritious food.
Certified weed-free forage and mulch
SALEM, Ohio — The region’s pipeline construction brings an increased demand for noxious weed-free forage and mulch, and that demand could mean an additional...
Blood for bats
Blood-sucking bats, mythical or real-life? Penn State animal science students collect bovine blood for Philadelphia Zoo's colony of vampire bats.
Soybean acreage to set new record
Planting Intentions report shows a significant increase in soybeans in Ohio and the national level.
Keeping Ohio’s shale money local
Ohio lawmakers back bill to keep shale money in shale communities.
How to build a backyard fire pit
Installing a fire pit doesn’t have to be incredibly complicated or expensive. Just make sure to comply with local city or township ordinances.
Organic or backyard flock owners need to practice biosecurity
Poultry flock owners, regardless of size or confinement practices, need to set up their biosecurity game to prevent the spread of avian influenza.
7 steps for easy sprayer calibration
Using a sprayer that is not calibrated correctly can be waste of chemicals and money. Follow these tips to getting your sprayer ready for the spring season.
How to plant a prairie garden
A prairie is a natural-looking garden of native grasses and wildflowers. They are easy to establish, virtually maintenance free and attract pollinators.
Local mushroom expert is ready for the hunt
Walt Sturgeon, East Palestine, Ohio, is a nationally known mushroom expert. He has authored books and been honored for his contributions to mycology.
