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How to make dandelion jam
Discover why dandelions were prized for centuries as herbal heroes rather than weeds. From ancient Arabian medicine to colonial gardens, Reporter Liz Partsch explores the history of this vitamin-rich plant and shows us how to make a sweet, honey-like dandelion jam.
How-To's
Why and how you should add sweet potatoes to your garden
We love sweet potatoes here at Farm and Dairy, and we think you should, too. Learn everything from planting slips and soil requirements to harvesting and storage tips. Discover why these heat-loving tubers are a low-maintenance, high-yield addition for any gardener.
How to make dandelion jam
Discover why dandelions were prized for centuries as herbal heroes rather than weeds. From ancient Arabian medicine to colonial gardens, Reporter Liz Partsch explores the history of this vitamin-rich plant and shows us how to make a sweet, honey-like dandelion jam.
Columns
Part Three: The water war begins
In Part 3 of this series exploring Ralph Moody’s classic "Little Britches," a 1906 Colorado drought triggers a dangerous "water war." When upstream ranchers hog the vital irrigation supply, the Moody family must take a perilous late-night stand to save their newly planted crops.
Leaving the best flies behind
A fly-fishing trip to Michigan's Au Sable River brings humor, lost lures, and a deeper reflection on a late friend. Angler Jim Abrams shares a moving essay on the "best flies" left behind in trees and trout streams, and the holy waters of the Manistee River where memories endure.
‘Hats off’ to the dairy industry this June
June is Dairy Month, and there is plenty to celebrate. From small artisan farms to large herds, the U.S. dairy industry has boosted milk yields by 35% over 25 years while cutting its carbon footprint by 46%. Explore the latest trends driving dairy consumption and nutrition.
Dragonflies: Unique aerial acrobats
Naturalist Tami Gingrich explores the fascinating world of dragonflies, from their jet-propelled aquatic nymph stage to their role as agile mosquito-hunting aerial acrobats.
Do you know what’s really growing in your pasture?
Recent droughts and unpredictable weather have given pasture weeds an advantage. Ohio State University Extension educator Ted Wiseman explains how to evaluate your fields, use targeted weed control, and implement smart grazing practices to rebuild a healthy, resilient stand of forage.
Big Bacon’s Farm Bill carve-out needs to be carved out
Industrial pork giants are pushing Congress to use the 2026 Farm Bill to overturn voter-approved state animal welfare laws. Why the 'Save Our Bacon Act' is a corporate carve-out that undermines states' rights and hurts independent farmers succeeding under humane standards.
