Yearly Archives: 2025
Worldwide research on silage
OSU Extension educator Jason Hartschuh offers advice on managing DON levels, feed spoilage, food waste silage, baleage and safety practices for harvest.
Soil Testing 101: Know the basics
Wonder what's in your soil? A simple test can boost crop yields, garden growth and lawn health — without wasting money on unneeded fertilizer.
The positive and negative effects of trees on livestock
Shade trees help livestock stay cool and reduce stress, but some trees pose toxic risks. Learn how to balance shade, safety and shelter in your pasture.
George W. Houk
George W. Houk, 72, of Poland, passed away unexpectedly July 19, 2025, at the family farm doing what he loved.
Dairy farm chores always come first
Judith Sutherland's childhood heartbreak over missing her cousin's wedding reveals timeless lessons about sacrifice and the rigid rhythms of farm life.
Big business vs. family farms
A new farm bill loophole favors legal entities over family farms, enabling massive payouts, while cutting food aid and burdening low-income households.
Settlers worked up big appetites, but what did they put on their plates?
Discover what early settlers really ate—and how Winslow Homer’s art shaped a myth about life on the American frontier.
Bottles and boxes
Kym Seabolt pens a love letter to old homes, quirky renovations, vintage treasures and the timeless joy of turning hand-me-downs into a warm, personal home.
Crazy Kernel Kettle Corn Company supports Ohio FFA through school fundraisers
In 2020, Clay Winland started a school fundraiser for Ohio FFA programs through his company Crazy Kernel Kettle Corn Company.
USDA says US cattle numbers continue to decline
The U.S. cattle herd is at its lowest summer numbers since 1973, according to a recent U.S. Department of Agriculture report.
