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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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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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10/04/2011 |
Optimal Window for Planting Wheat Tightening |
WOOSTER, Ohio – As corn and soybean harvest extends into the later weeks of harvest, the optimal window for planting winter wheat in the Eastern Corn Belt is rapidly closing according to Ohio State University Extension wheat researcher Pierce Paul.
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Andy Vance |
Pierce Paul |
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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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10/04/2011 |
Late, Wet Harvest Conditions Cause Concerns Over Ear Molds |
WOOSTER, Ohio – The combination of a late harvest and wet weather could mean optimal conditions for development of corn ear molds, according to Ohio State University Extension plant pathologist Pierce Paul.
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Andy Vance |
Pierce Paul |
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09/27/2011 |
Late-planted Corn Could Lead to Additional Drying Costs at Harvest |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – In a season marked by significant precipitation prior to planting and recent rains leading into harvest, farmers in the Eastern Corn Belt might expect corn coming out of the field at a higher moisture content than usual. Higher moisture corn could lead to higher energy costs for farmers this fall, according to Ohio State University Extension Production Business Management Leader Barry Ward.
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Andy Vance |
Barry Ward |
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09/27/2011 |
Agricultural Exports Add Significant Value to Ohio Farmers’ Revenue |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Amid a visit to Ohio by a Taiwan soybean and corn delegation to sign letters of intent to purchase corn and soybeans, Ohio State University agricultural economist Ian Sheldon said the export of agricultural products adds significantly to farm revenues.
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Andy Vance |
Ian Sheldon |
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07/19/2011 |
Late planting means weed control is both easier, more challenging |
Ohio crop growers faced numerous challenges planting corn and soybeans this spring, and with the crop progressing through mid-July, they now face an interesting weed control scenario, as well.
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Andy Vance |
Mark Loux |
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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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07/19/2011 |
Hot, dry season putting damper on corn yield potential |
Late-planted Ohio corn may show signs of heat stress and reduced yield potential as extremely hot, dry days plague the state this week, said Ohio State Extension corn scientist Peter Thomison.
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Andy Vance |
Peter Thomison |
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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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08/22/2011 |
Creating Accessible Agriculture at Farm Science Review 2011 |
LONDON, Ohio -- The “AgrAbility” Bus will increase accessibility to events at Ohio State University’s Farm Science Review, Sept. 20-22 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London, Ohio. Review staff and Ohio AgrAbility partnered with the Madison County Ride program to provide a handicapped-accessible bus to meet the needs of individuals with a disability attending Farm Science Review.
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Andy Vance |
Kent McGuire |
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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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08/23/2011 |
Late Planted Soybeans Mean Aphids in August |
WOOSTER, Ohio – Because farmers across the Corn Belt planted crops later than normal this season, scouting for soybean aphids might seem later than normal, according to one Ohio State University Extension entomologist. Even so, the aphids’ appearance is right on schedule, agronomically speaking.
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Andy Vance |
Ron Hammond |
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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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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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02/23/2012 |
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 |
