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08/11/2011 |
Favorable midseason weather conditions mean near-trendline yield still possible |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Late planting conditions coupled with high heat and below-average rainfall throughout June and early July could have spelled disaster for Ohio’s corn crop this year. A reversal of meteorological fortunes during critical phases of the growing season, however, means a near-trendline yield is still possible, according to Ohio State University experts.
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Andy Vance |
Peter Thomison, Harold Watters |
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06/30/2011 |
Wet Spring Stresses Pastures and Forages, Changes Grazing Plans |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Rain kept farmers from planting corn and soybeans for several weeks, but the relatively unprecedented precipitation this spring had another significant consequence: pasture and forage stress.
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Andy Vance |
John Grimes |
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08/11/2011 |
Markets Remain Tight As USDA Trims Corn, Soybean Production |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – An already tight grain and oilseed market got even tighter Thursday as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released its August crop production and supply and demand estimates.
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Andy Vance |
Matthew C. Roberts |
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07/26/2011 |
EPDs Help Cattlemen Make Better Genetic Improvement Decisions |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Better data yields better decision-making in genetic selection, according to Ohio State University Extension beef coordinator John Grimes. A new EPD from the American Angus Association and improvements in DNA technologies mean even better data for beef producers.
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Andy Vance |
John F. Grimes |
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07/01/2011 |
Tough Year for Wheat Production, Yields Highly Varied |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- The significance of Ohio's extremely wet spring is well documented in terms of corn and soybean production, but wheat fields also suffered considerably from the abundant precipitation.
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Andy Vance |
Pierce Paul |
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07/26/2011 |
Corn and Soybeans Trading Weather Now Until August Reports |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Market volatility is a regular feature of the grain and oilseed market this growing season according to one Ohio State agricultural economist, and will remain so until at least the next USDA production reports due in mid-August.
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Andy Vance |
Matthew C. Roberts |
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12/01/2011 |
Genetic Improvement Propels Corn Yield Past Weather Woes |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Weather conditions at planting and harvest worked to stymie farmers in 2011. Despite frustrating meteorological developments, Ohio State University experts say continuous improvements in corn genetics and traits allowed producers to record impressive yields this year.
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Andy Vance |
Peter Thomison, Matt Sullivan |
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12/01/2011 |
Corn Harvest Winding Down, Yields Better Than Expected |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – As farmers near completion of the 2011 harvest, Ohio State University corn extension specialist Peter Thomison said that despite major weather challenges at planting and harvest, yields were largely better than expected across much of Ohio.
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Andy Vance |
Peter Thomison |
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09/08/2011 |
Trade Expecting Lower Corn Production In September Crop Report |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Commodity market analysts expect lower U.S. corn and soybean production estimates in next week’s crop production report from the Department of Agriculture, and one Ohio State University agricultural economist says that could lead to marketing opportunities for farmers.
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Andy Vance |
Matt Roberts |
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10/20/2011 |
Cutworm Numbers Increasing, Not Yet Presenting Problems in Ohio |
WOOSTER, Ohio – The number of adult moths of the western bean cutworm trapped by Ohio State University Extension professionals increased for the fifth straight year, but fortunately, larval infestations have yet to present an economic impact on Ohio farms.
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Andy Vance |
Ron Hammond |
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12/01/2011 |
Nutrient Management Key Theme of Ohio No-Till Conference |
CELINA, Ohio – Experts from Ohio State University Extension, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Ohio No-Till Council will discuss the critical importance of managing phosphorous and other nutrients through conservation tillage practices at the annual Ohio No-Till Conference, Dec. 6, 2011 in Plain City.
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Andy Vance |
Jim Hoorman |
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08/16/2011 |
Learn the Latest in Biofuel Crop Production at Farm Science Review 2011 |
LONDON, Ohio – Biofuels production is an important part of agriculture across the Corn Belt, and farmers can learn about the continuing evolutions in biofuels crop production at Ohio State University’s Farm Science Review, Sept. 20-22.
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Andy Vance |
Harold Watters |
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09/08/2011 |
‘Question the Authorities’ on Ag Economy, Markets and Policy at Farm Science Review |
LONDON, Ohio – Experts from Ohio State University’s Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics will present a series of updates on the agricultural economy, commodity markets and policy issues at the 2011 Farm Science Review, Sept. 20-22 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center near London.
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Andy Vance |
Stan Ernst |
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09/29/2011 |
Fall Herbicide Application Later Than Normal Following Late Harvest |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Fall herbicide applications are still a good idea this year, despite a later-than-normal harvest, according to Ohio State University Extension weed specialist Mark Loux.
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Andy Vance |
Mark Loux |
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09/29/2011 |
Ag, Rural Issues Central to New Ohio State Center for Subsurface Energy |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Natural gas production from shale deposits could significantly change the rural economic landscape in states like Ohio, and will be a key focus of Ohio State University’s new Subsurface Energy Resource Center, according to the Center’s co-director, agricultural economist Douglas Southgate.
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Andy Vance |
Douglas Southgate |
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10/19/2011 |
Proposed Regulations Could Mean Big Changes For Farm Youth Labor |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – An update of federal labor regulations governing youth employment could mean significant changes in the types of work young people can do on the farm, according to the leader of Ohio State University Extension’s Agricultural Safety and Health program.
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Andy Vance |
Dee Jepsen |
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09/21/2012 |
Fruit, Vegetable Safety Program Set for Cleveland Oct. 3 |
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- A program on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 3 at the Urban Community School, 4909 Lorain Ave., in Cleveland.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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02/23/2012 |
April 27 in Wooster: Produce Safety Program for Farmers |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- A program on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms takes place April 27 at OARDC in Wooster.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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10/16/2012 |
Produce Safety Workshop Is Nov. 14 in Northeast Ohio |
CANFIELD, Ohio -- Ohio State’s Fruit and Vegetable Safety Team will hold a workshop on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms in Mahoning County.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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04/16/2012 |
Mind the GAPs: Learn Fruit, Vegetable Safety Practices in Mt. Vernon April 17 |
MT. VERNON, Ohio -- Ohio State's Fruit and Vegetable Safety Team will hold a program on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms on April 17 at the Knox County office of OSU Extension,
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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02/23/2012 |
Produce Safety Programs Set for Southern Ohio |
WOOSTER, Ohio — Produce Safety Education programs for farmers have been scheduled for March 20 in Clayton and April 11 in Piketon, both in southern Ohio.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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03/15/2012 |
Cleaner, Safer Produce? Program for Farmers is April 14 |
CANFIELD, Ohio -- A program on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms takes place in Mahoning County on April 14.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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12/18/2012 |
Fruit and Vegetable Safety: Good Agricultural Practices Training Set for Jan. 24 in Central Ohio |
MARYSVILLE, Ohio -- A program on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Jan. 24 at the Union County office of Ohio State University Extension, 18000 State Route 4, Suite E, in Marysville.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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05/08/2012 |
Coming June 2 in Canton: Food Safety Practices for Fruit, Vegetable Growers |
CANTON, Ohio -- Stark Parks will host a program on food safety practices for fruit and vegetable growers from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on June 2 at the Exploration Gateway at Sippo Lake Park.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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01/17/2012 |
Feb. 20: How to Grow, Sell Safer Produce |
HOMERVILLE, Ohio -- A program on preventing microbial contamination on fruit and vegetable farms takes place in northern Ohio on Feb. 20.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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02/23/2012 |
Fruit, Vegetable Safety Program Set for SE Ohio April 12 |
CHESTERHILL, Ohio -- Ohio State University’s Fruit and Vegetable Safety Team, in conjunction with the group Rural Action, will hold a Produce Safety Education Program for farmers on April 12 in southeast Ohio.
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Ashley Kulhanek |
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02/24/2011 |
UPDATE: Grain Market Lecture Series Breaks Down Commodity Reports |
3/11/11 UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the March webinar has been shifted a day later to March 16 at 9 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. Questions may be directed to Stan Ernst, 614-292-6421 or ernst.1@osu.edu.
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Agricultural economists at Ohio State University are holding a series of free, monthly online workshops that will cover grain forecasts, policy, futures markets, supply and demand, and long-term analysis.
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Audrie Koester |
Stan Ernst |
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03/11/2011 |
UPDATE: Grain Market Lecture Series Breaks Down Commodity Reports |
3/11/11 UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the March webinar has been shifted a day later to March 16 at 9 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. Questions may be directed to Stan Ernst, 614-292-6421 or ernst.1@osu.edu.
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Agricultural economists at Ohio State University are holding a series of free, monthly online workshops that will cover grain forecasts, policy, futures markets, supply and demand, and long-term analysis.
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Audrie Koester |
Stan Ernst |
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04/27/2001 |
Secrest Crabapples Reaching Peak Bloom |
WOOSTER, Ohio - The crabapple blossoms in the Secrest Arboretum in Wooster are now blooming and favorable weather conditions will make for ideal viewing through the middle of next week.
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Ken Cochran |
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05/04/2011 |
Secrest Arboretum Head Named Honorary Member of Garden Club of America |
INDIANAPOLIS -- Ken Cochran, program director of OSU's Secrest Arboretum in Wooster, has been named an honorary member of The Garden Club of America, one of the group's highest accolades
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Beth Brumbaugh |
Ken Cochran |
