Yearly Archives: 2025
Time to reflect and set goals for 2025
As we close the year and look forward to 2025, now is a good time to reflect and plan for the future of the farm.
Reader: Public school system failing to impart knowledge
A Farm and Dairy reader weighs in on public school systems.
More valuable than silver and gold
Judith Sutherland considers all the ways her granddaughter has enriched her life as she turns 6 years old.
What we know — and don’t know — about avian flu
Alan Guebert weighs in on the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza in dairy cattle as California realizes the extent of the spread in its herds.
Remember sensible winter salting
While road salt is an important tool, it can become an issue for our waterways, wildlife and infrastructure when used irresponsibly.
Trapped worker is rescued from feed hauler in Columbiana County
A worker at Homeworth Feed and Grain fell into a feed hauler on Jan. 2 but was rescued by Homeworth Fire Department and Alliance Fire Department.
Corn husking bees brought neighbors together for work, socializing
Paul Locher details one of the great seasonal traditions among settlers in the Ohio Country — the husking bee or husking frolic.
34th butter sculpture unveiled at Pennsylvania Farm Show
Dairy cows step into the spotlight as nature’s superheroes, producing wholesome milk while helping to power Pennsylvania communities with renewable energy.
Taking a needed break
Eric Keller tackles a homesteading injury in the field with his usual tact, and is excited by the recent news that his cow, Baby, will finally be a mom.
New year, old me: Take 56
Kymberly Foster Seabolt contemplates what she want for 2025, and what she can improve without completely overhauling her life or committing to resolutions.
