Grass tetany and blackleg: What to know and how prevent it
Lush pastures can be deadly. Learn how to identify symptoms of grass tetany and why a simple vaccination is the only real defense against soil-borne blackleg.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 50 (3-26-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of March 26, 2026.
From the Ground Up: Ohio farms lead new $10M soil health study
In the heart of Ohio’s dairy country, farmers like Greg Steffen and Scott Stoller are moving beyond guesswork to discover how intensive cropping affects their land’s future. Through a $10 million USDA-funded project called "From the Ground Up," these producers are collaborating with Ohio State University researchers to design real-world trials on their own acreage. By prioritizing farmer-led questions over lab-controlled experiments, the initiative aims to find actionable ways to balance high-yield production with lasting soil health.
Ohio, Pa. lawmakers rush to regulate data centers
Ohio and Pennsylvania lawmakers are racing to regulate a massive boom in AI-driven data centers amid concerns over rising utility costs, farmland loss and environment risks. Ohio’s House recently passed HB 646 to study these impacts, while PA legislators are debating how to balance the potential economic benefits with community needs.
WVDA confirms case third case of bird flu in 2026
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture recently confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a backyard flock in Kanawha County. This is the third case of bird flu in WV this year.
Bitter Lamentations: Reviving a Polish Lenten tradition in Youngstown
Through "Gorzkie Żale," Polish Catholics in Youngstown find a new home at St. Columba Cathedral to preserve their sacred music, language, and heritage.
Walleye fever: A deep dive into Ohio’s unofficial state fish
Why do thousands of anglers flock to the Maumee and Sandusky Rivers every spring? Explore the history, economics and pure joy of the Ohio walleye run with Outdoors Columnist Jim Abrams' latest.
Peach pit carving: The forgotten folk art of Ohio pioneers
Discover the history of peach pit carving, from its ancient Chinese roots to 19th-century American pioneers and the famous art of Albert William Gimbi, the Pennsylvania Peach Pit Carver.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 49 (3-19-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give a rundown of the top stories in Farm and Dairy newspaper for the week of March 19, 2026.
Three generations of Ohio family find success with Simmentals
The Ruffing family of Seneca County has turned a modest 4-H start into a premier three-generation Simmental operation. By focusing on elite genetics and family collaboration, they have built a lasting legacy within the Ohio beef industry. Discover how their dedication to the breed continues to pay off at the Ohio Beef Expo, which runs this Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Columbus, Ohio.
