Yearly Archives: 2026
Spring pasture management: Why early turnout can cost you big
Don’t let the March green-up fool you. Rushing livestock onto wet pastures can cause season-long damage. Learn how to prep your herd and your land for a healthy turnout.
At hearing, experts share how Amish woman lost her sanity
Following a tragic incident last year at Atwood Lake, a judge ordered Ruth Miller to a secure state psychiatric hospital. Experts testified at hearing last week that an improper medical diagnosis and severe, untreated mental illness led to the delusions that resulted in the deaths of her young son and husband.
Two Ohio men face federal charges in deer smuggling scheme
A West Virginia hunting ranch manager and two Ohio men face federal charges for a multi-state conspiracy to illegally transport deer without health certificates.
The legend of Bo Whoop: America’s most famous lost shotgun
The famous shotgun “Bo Whoop” vanished from a duck hunt in 1948—then resurfaced decades later. Plus a guide to modern non-toxic waterfowl ammo.
Residents protest data centers in Washington County, Pa.
Washington County residents and environmental activists protested proposed data centers in the county in downtown Washington, Pennsylvania on March 12.
Roundup of 4-H news for the week of March 12, 2026
Find out what Happy Harvesters 4-H, Breeders and Feeders 4-H Club, Geauga Beef & Swine 4-H Club and Country Kids & Kritters 4-H club are up to.
USDA survey: Most rented farmland is owned by non-farmers
A USDA survey finds nearly 80% of rented farmland is owned by non-farming landlords, many over 65, raising questions about the future of U.S. farmland.
A Jersey cow, a miracle heifer and suddenly… infinite cheese
After a year off, a beloved Jersey cow surprises her family with a heifer calf — and an unexpected flood of fresh milk and homemade cheese.
Ready for social housing? Your first steps for preweaned calves
Last year, we wrote a piece titled “Better together: A case for social housing of preweaned calves,” highlighting research showing calves raised in pairs...
Round-up of FFA News for the week of March 12, 2026
See what Black River FFA, Northwestern FFA, Norwayne FFA, West Holmes FFA, East Knox FFA and Fayetteville FFA chapters are up to.
