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A Dakota tradition: Lessons in lefse
Discover the art of making lefse in this "Accidental Rancher" excerpt. Explore the history, technique, and heartwarming tradition of this Dakota holiday staple.
How-To's
No such thing as bad weather: A farmer’s guide to dressing...
Is your winter gear working as hard as you are? Rachel Wagoner, Farm and Dairy editor and livestock farmer, shares her essential principles for surviving a cold snap. Whether you're tending sheep or just shoveling the drive, learn why mobility is just as important as insulation and get Rachel’s "real-world" take on the three-layer method.
How to repurpose your Christmas tree for wildlife habitat
Speaking of birds... Learn how live-cut Christmas trees can be recycled after the holidays to create habitat for Ohio’s birds, fish, and wildlife across the state. Plus find drop-off locations across Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
Columns
Should I buy, lease or rent farm equipment?
Don’t let a big purchase drain your cash reserves. Learn when it’s better to lease for flexibility or buy for equity to keep your farm viable this year.
A toast to toasters and roasters: Breakfast with Ohio pioneers
Discover why early American coffee roasters and wrought-iron toasters are rare finds today. Columnist and early American artifacts collector Paul Locher takes a deep dive into the decorative motifs and functions of pioneer tools.
The Hunter’s Honor System: Why some states are banning trail cameras
Are trail cameras and live feeds giving hunters an unfair edge? Retired Ohio Game Warden and Outdoors Columnist Jim Abrams explores the "Fair Chase" doctrine and why self-restraint is the heart of hunting.
Right tree, right place: A guide to spring tree planting in Ohio
Get ready for your local Soil and Water Conservation District tree sale. Learn how to test your soil, protect seedlings from deer, and choose the best species.
Bread, milk and panic: A survivor’s guide to the “snowmageddon” hype
From the sudden need for a pallet of toilet paper to the mysteries of 4-wheel drive, Kymberly Foster Seabolt finds the humor in our winter storm rituals.
A better world in a bowl of pho: Kindness amidst a city’s chaos
When chaos and tear gas filled the streets, one small café owner opened her doors and her heart. Eliza Blue reflects on a sanctuary found in a time of crisis.
