Yearly Archives: 2026
Chicory: A runway of blue
Common chicory lines summer roadsides with vibrant blue blooms, but this resilient perennial is more than just a wildflower. Naturalist Tami Gingrich explores the history, edible greens, roasted root coffee recipe, and livestock forage benefits of this versatile plant.
How financial stress impacts your physical and mental health
Financial stress affects millions of Americans, triggering chronic health conditions, anxiety, and financial toxicity from medical bills. Ohio State Extension educator LuAnn Duncan explains the connection between financial well-being and physical health, plus resources to help manage the burden.
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 69 (8-6-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of Aug. 6, 2026.
Cattle handling: The VITAL framework for better stockmanship
Effective cattle handling requires both physical skill and emotional awareness. Ohio State University Extension dairy specialist Jason Hartschuh details the VITAL framework—covering values, knowledge, execution, situational awareness, and learning—to help farmers build safer, low-stress livestock handling habits.
Part 4: Civil War letters home send hope that the war will soon be...
In part 4 of Civil War letters home, 18-year-old Stephen Boyd of Ashland County, Ohio, writes from Tennessee about camp conditions, the fall of Vicksburg, Morgan's Raid, and his optimistic hopes that the war will end in time to return to Jeromesville for the fall corn harvest.
Could a GPS collar replace a roll of wire? Exploring remote grazing technologies
Remote grazing technologies like virtual fencing and GPS livestock tracking offer potential labor savings and better pasture management. Learn the key benefits, costs, and connectivity challenges producers must consider before adopting precision livestock tools on their farm from Ohio State Extension's Heather Neikirk.
Virtual fencing expands opportunities for western Pa. beef farm
Pennsylvania's Kolehmainen Cattle Company is using GPS collars and virtual fencing to streamline rotational grazing across 800 acres. Discover how smart technology saves time, opens up cover crops for grazing, and advances farm conservation in Enon Valley.
Neighbor talk: Why I adore the everyday drama of rural Facebook pages
While many love to hate social media, rural Facebook "Talk" pages offer essential local news you can't find anywhere else. Kymberly Foster Seabolt takes a humorous look at lost goats, mystery booms, misdelivered packages, and the everyday drama that keeps small towns connected.
How small changes in car care can protect local waterways
Your car provides convenience, but runoff from road salt, fluid leaks, and driveway washing harms local streams. Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District shares simple habits to prevent stormwater pollution and keep northeast Ohio waterways clean year-round.
Inclusive livestock shows open door to more fair families
Inclusive livestock shows are expanding across Ohio county fairs, pairing children with disabilities with 4-H mentors to provide accessible opportunities in the show ring.
