‘A really scary place to be:’ Ohio farmers react to E15 setback
Ohio corn growers are reeling after a provision for nationwide, year-round E15 sales was stripped from the latest federal funding bill. Despite months of bipartisan negotiations, the sudden move has left farmers feeling sidelined as the budget bills faces a looming Jan. 30 deadline.
2026 Ag Outlook: What’s moving the needle for Ohio farmers?
As we look ahead to the 2026 season, Ohio’s agricultural community is closely watching a shifting "scoreboard" of economic indicators. From the USDA’s latest crop production estimates to the long-term drought conditions persisting in the Maumee River Basin, the start of the year has already brought significant surprises.
ODNR: 715 bald eagles reported in Ohio during January count
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife requested the public’s help in a midwinter survey to count the national bird. Over 15 days, the agency received observations of 592 adult and 123 immature eagles.
The stark contrast between a morning snowfall and the tragedy in Minneapolis
Longtime Farm and Dairy Columnist Judith Sutherland has spent years finding beauty in the everyday, but today her view is stark. Following the tragic shooting of Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis, Judith weighs in on the tactics she describes as embarrassing and cruel.
No such thing as bad weather: A farmer’s guide to dressing for the cold
Is your winter gear working as hard as you are? Rachel Wagoner, Farm and Dairy editor and livestock farmer, shares her essential principles for surviving a cold snap. Whether you're tending sheep or just shoveling the drive, learn why mobility is just as important as insulation and get Rachel’s "real-world" take on the three-layer method.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 41 (1-22-26)
Need something to listen to while you're shoveling snow today? Check out our podcast, the Weekly Rundown. Farm and Dairy Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in the paper and some behind-the-scenes details about their reporting.
Pennsylvania no-till pioneer named Leopold Conservation Award winner
From the 1980s farm crisis to global agricultural mentoring, Jim Hershey’s journey to the $10,000 Leopold Conservation Award is one of innovation. Discover how his Lancaster County farm uses no-till, cover crops and buffers to lead Pennsylvania in regenerative agriculture.
Start the grazing year right: Tips for healthier pastures and better performance
Prepare for a successful grazing season by auditing soil health, frost seeding, and infrastructure now. Plan your 2026 pasture strategy to maximize forage.
Brandly inducted into Ohio Auctioneer’s Hall of Fame
Also at the Ohio Auctioneers Association conference, James Yoder, of Kaufman Realty & Auctions, was crowned the 2026 Ohio Auctioneers Senior Division Champion. Jake Adelman, of RES Auction Services, was crowned the Junior Division Champion.
Coal communities could lose crucial funding for cleaning acid mine drainage
Pennsylvania stands to lose the most abandoned mine land funding (over $169 million) if President Donald Trump signs House Bill 6938 into law. West Virginia would see a reduction of $97 million in funding. The AML fund is crucial to cleaning up acid mine drainage that is widespread across Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Ohio, and continues to threaten local ecosystems.
