Yearly Archives: 2026
Farm groups urge Trump to back down on tariffs after court decision
National farm groups reacted with relief after the Supreme Court rules against global tariffs, citing record-high supply costs.
Pennsylvania leads nation in H5N1 bird flu cases
With over 7 million birds impacted by HPAI in the last 30 days alone—mostly in Lancaster County— PA Gov. Josh Shapiro has deployed more resources to help contain the spread. The outbreak is also putting 200+ dairy farms under mandatory surveillance.
The King of the Marsh: Why the canvasback duck depends on wetland conservation
Once the "King" of market hunters, the canvasback duck now relies on modern habitat restoration, according to our Outdoors columnist Jim Abrams. Learn how H2Ohio is protecting wetlands for this 70-mph flyer.
Hord family wins Ohio Pork Council’s top honor
The Ohio Pork Council’s most prestigious honor, the Pork Industry Excellence Award, was presented to the Hord Family of Hord Family Farms, headquartered in Bucyrus, Ohio
Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 45 (2-19-26)
Reporters Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley give readers a rundown of the top stories in the Farm and Dairy the week of Feb. 19, 2026.
Groundhog Day for the Farm Bill: Why GOP promises keep falling short
Farm Bill debate is starting to feel like a repeat episode. Alan Guebert dives into why the "modernization" talk doesn't match the math on crop safety nets.
The ‘Wimpy’ Problem: How to properly value sweat equity on the farm
Don't wait until "Tuesday" to pay for today’s labor. Ohio State University's Dave Marrison talks about how to document farm sweat equity, calculate opportunity costs and ensure a fair family transition.
Sunburns and short Sleeves: Surviving the Northern Plains’ false spring
Eliza Blue reflects on the sensory magic and "false hope" of a South Dakota January thaw, from spotting early robins to the sting of a surprise winter sunburn.
Healthy deer herds don’t happen by accident
Stop the corn! Learn how deer adapt to winter diets and why spring minerals are the key to supporting antler growth and herd health on your land.
Bat removal and other high water marks of homeownership
From surprise bat guests to $13,000 chimney caps, Kymberly Foster Seabolt explores the "weird emergencies" and hard-won lessons of life in a vintage home.
