Yearly Archives: 2026
Farm policy illusions: Inside milk jargon, DOGE and Big Ag
From confusing Federal Milk Marketing Order jargon to the deadly dismantling of USAID food programs by DOGE, Alan Guebert cuts through the noise. Explore why Big Ag continues to push outdated ethanol solutions while independent farmers are left scraping by.
Stinkhorn: The phallus of the forest
The elegant stinkhorn turns heads with its suggestive appearance and unforgettable smell. Tami Gingrich takes readers into the woods to discover why this peculiar fungus looks the way it does and how its stench helps ensure the next generation.
Should you swim in Pittsburgh’s rivers? A water researcher breaks down the answer
While fish populations have rebounded drastically over the last 50 years, raw sewage overflows after rainfall still pose significant health risks in Pittsburgh's three rivers. Learn how water quality is tracking and when it's safe to dive in.
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.
