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Farm and Dairy photo booth at Ohio FFA Convention 2016
We asked FFA members to share why they say thanks to FFA by participating in our photo booth at the 2016 Ohio FFA Convention in Columbus, May 5 and 6.
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It may not be a typical FFA project but at Firelands High School, students spend downtime with yarn and hook in hand, crocheting for a cause.
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Infographic: How to create a wild bee sanctuary at home
Help wild bees thrive in your backyard with simple steps like planting pollinator-friendly flowers, reducing pesticides and protecting natural habitats.
Pennsylvania’s producing wells as of April 30, 2016
In southwestern Pennsylvania, Washington County leads with the highest number of producing wells as of the end of April.
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Healthy cooking tips for the holiday season
Find out how to make smart swaps, mindful eating, safer food prep and simple planning while keeping festive flavors you love with tips from Ohio State University's family and consumer sciences educators.
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Winter readiness: A guide to protecting your farm, workers and livestock
Don’t be caught off guard as the weather moves from warm and muddy to below-freezing and snowy this week. Ohio State University's John Yost offers a winter farm checklist for equipment upkeep, livestock care and worker safety during icy conditions.
How to plant milkweed
Liz Partsch provides a step-by-step guide on how to plant milkweed in the fall to support native species and pollinators including the monarch butterfly.
Christmas Baking Photo Contest
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What can you do to improve soil health during winter feeding?
Avoid pasture damage this winter. Noble SWCD’s Kirstin Roman explains how unrolling bales and strip-grazing can boost soil organic matter and animal health.
The gift of time: Why sometimes the best holiday service is just listening
A retired Ohio DNR game warden shares a moving story about the true meaning of the holidays: service, shared memories, and the power of listening.
A story waiting to be told: Part 2
Judith Sutherland continues to tell the story of her great uncle, who decided early on that farming life was not for him.
From ranching to records: Finding a season of peace amidst the holiday whirlwind
Eliza Blue reflects on a warm South Dakota Christmas, a new album, and the beautiful chaos of ranch life in this year-end "Little Pasture on the Prairie."
Drought, rain and recovery: Navigating southeast Ohio’s rollercoaster forage year
Athens County OSU Extension's Ed Brown reviews the 2025 grazing season and offers expert tips on soil testing and pasture renovation for a productive 2026.
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Farm and Dairy Weekly Rundown: Episode 38 **HOLIDAY EDITION**
Episode 38 of Farm and Dairy’s Weekly Rundown: Liz Partsch and Paul Rowley cover Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 headlines, from ham radio to orphan well explosion.
Property tax reform could mean big savings for rural Ohio landowners
Ohio’s new property tax laws may save taxpayers millions, but at what cost to rural schools and first responders? Explore the impact these changes could have on local budgets.
Lawrence County Conservation District hosts awards luncheon
William Kolehmainen received the 2025 Conservation Farm Award for initiatives he has implemented on his grain and beef farm in Enon Valley, Pennsylvania.
Reflections on The Racing Report
Photojournalist Matthew Chasney reflects on documenting grassroots short track racing, the people behind it, and why preserving this community matters now more than ever.
Ham radio keeps people connected, even “when all else fails”
In an era of smartphones and high-speed fiber, it’s easy to think of amateur radio as a "hobby of the past." But as many rural residents and emergency responders know, it’s often the only thing that works when cell towers fail and the power goes out.
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