Yearly Archives: 2026
Ohio Power Siting Board approves fifth natural gas power plant in New Albany
Ohio approves its fifth behind-the-meter natural gas plant in New Albany: a 250 MW facility with battery storage built to power a Meta data center. But that's not all! There are two more such power plants in the application process with the Ohio Power Siting Board.
NOAA forecasts moderate algal bloom for Lake Erie
NOAA forecasts a moderate Lake Erie algal bloom for 2026 as scientists see early signs that wetland restoration and farm practices are cutting phosphorus.
Supreme Court hands Roundup maker major win in cancer lawsuits
The U.S. Supreme Court handed a major win to Bayer, ruling 7-2 that Roundup cannot be sued in state courts for failing to warn about cancer risks of using glyphosate. The decision affirms that EPA safety determinations override state tort laws, likely shutting down thousands of pending lawsuits.
From sonar to apps: Fishing tech at the fingertips
Technology has revolutionized fishing. From advanced sonar fish finders to Ohio's interactive digital tools like the DataOhio Portal and HuntFish OH app, anglers can now use data-driven insights to map out their next successful trip and locate the state's best fishing spots.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 63 (6-25-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of June 25, 2026.
Amish juveniles charged with burglary, underage drinking: Sheriff
The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call around 7:54 p.m. on June 21 about a burglary in progress at a home in Salt Creek Township. The caller said “several Amish juveniles were actively attempting to gain entry into the home,” according to the sheriff’s office.
Off-road vehicles, heavy equipment remain leading cause of death in Pa. farm incidents
Key takeaways from Penn State’s 2025 farm safety report reveal shifting age demographics, high impacts on the Anabaptist community and the link between disappearing rural newspapers and public health data tracking. Read the most critical insights from the study here.
Part four: The water game is different for Western farmers
Moving from Jeromesville, Ohio, to Utah changed Jordan Martin’s view on agriculture. From relying on mountain snowfall to managing strict water shares amidst urban sprawl and neighborhood scrutiny, this Ohio-born rancher opens up about the realities of western desert farming.
Babysitting the robot: Why my new vacuum isn’t ready for a coup
Columnist Kymberly Foster Seabolt shares her hilarious struggles with a new robot vacuum. From an immediate counter-diving incident to constantly getting stuck under the living room sofa, this "smart" tech requires far too much adult babysitting.
Good luck with eating that cotton sandwich
While the Trump administration rolls out the "Great American Cotton Plan" to bail out a shrinking, synthetic-dominated cotton market, U.S. wheat farmers face historic droughts and crop abandonment with little federal support. A look at the paradox in modern American farm policy.
