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02/11/2010 |
Production Practices Recommended to Help Reduce Ear Mold Risk in Corn |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – There may not be much corn growers can do to prevent the spread of ear molds and mycotoxins if weather conditions are right for development, as was the case in 2009. However, there are some production practices they can follow to help reduce the risk. |
Candace Pollock |
Peter Thomison |
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10/14/2010 |
Managing Cover Crops in No-Till Focus of Ohio No-Till Conference |
PLAIN CITY, Ohio – Cutting no-till costs, improving soil quality, and growing profit margins with cover crops will be the featured themes at this year's Ohio No-Till Conference taking place on Dec. 7 in Plain City, Ohio. |
Candace Pollock |
Randall Reeder |
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07/15/2003 |
Recent Rains Slowing Wheat Harvest |
WOOSTER, Ohio â Excessive wet weather is delaying wheat harvest in Ohio and increasing the likelihood of shattering, low test weights and the occurrence of vomitoxin in the grain. Vomitoxin, also known as DON, is a toxic chemical produced by the fungus that causes head scab.
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Candace Pollock |
Pat Lipps |
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11/22/2002 |
Management Tips Highlight Dairy Conference |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio dairy producers looking to get the scoop on herd management, farm finances and government programs, as well as information on nearly 20 other dairy topics, can attend the Ohio Dairy Management Conference in December. |
Candace Pollock |
Amanda Hargett |
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08/15/2001 |
Wide Variety of Lettuces Can Be Grown in Ohio |
WOOSTER, Ohio - There's more to lettuce than what's found in your local grocery store. |
Candace Pollock |
Matt Kleinhenz |
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02/22/2005 |
Keeping the Small Farm Alive |
WILMINGTON, Ohio — Sustainability and profitability of the small farm is the focus of the 5th Annual Small Farm Family Conference, being held March 18-19 at Roberts Convention Center in Wilmington, Ohio. |
Candace Pollock |
Mike Hogan |
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02/17/2006 |
Soybean Rust Sentinel Plots to Continue in 2006 |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Sentinel plots, established throughout the country last year as the first line of defense against soybean rust, will again be a part of the plan to monitor the disease this growing season. |
Candace Pollock |
Anne Dorrance |
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04/11/2007 |
Yield Research Long-Term Solution to Biofuel Demands |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Increased ethanol demand in the United States will most likely put strains on the agricultural sector -- from markets to the environment to crop production and food products. One Ohio State University agricultural economist suggests increasing expenditures on crop yield research to soften the blow of such impacts and keep the country internationally competitive. |
Candace Pollock |
Carl Zulauf |
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01/02/2008 |
Israeli Embassy International Ag Trade Expert to Visit Ohio State University |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- An Israeli expert on international agriculture trade and polices will visit Ohio State University on Jan. 8. |
Candace Pollock |
Sarah Horowitz |
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10/02/2008 |
Ohio Cooperative Development Center Seed Grants Now Available |
PIKETON, Ohio -- Ohio State University's Ohio Cooperative Development Center is brining back its seed grant program. |
Candace Pollock |
Melissa Hurtt |
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07/30/2009 |
Learn to Convert On-Farm Resources into Renewable Energy at Farm Science Review |
LONDON, Ohio – Small-acreage and hobby farmers interested in transitioning to energy independence can find more information at Farm Science Review on how to use on-farm resources as renewable energy. |
Candace Pollock |
Maurus Brown |
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08/19/2010 |
Yearning to Be a Buckeye? Learn More about Ohio State's Academic Programs in Food, Ag, and Environment at Farm Science Review |
LONDON, Ohio – Ohio State University's Farm Science Review is the place for agriculture – to connect with industry, to improve profits, to boost knowledge, and even to pursue a career. |
Candace Pollock |
Jill Tyson |
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08/02/2004 |
Corn Leaf Diseases Could Spell Yield Troubles |
WOOSTER, Ohio — Ohio's corn crop may be plowing its way through rapid growth and development this season, but diseases can still get the upper hand if conditions are right.
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Candace Pollock |
Pat Lipps |
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05/22/2001 |
Gypsy Moth Caterpillar Resembles Other Caterpillar Pests |
WOOSTER, Ohio - As the gypsy moth caterpillar feeds and matures over the next several weeks, the invasive insect shares Mother Nature's bounty with other caterpillar pests that look similar and feed on the same host trees, potentially confusing homeowners as to what exactly may be attacking their shade trees.
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Candace Pollock |
Dan Herms |
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04/02/2002 |
Compost Helps Control Turfgrass Fungus |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Incorporating compost into soils when lawns are seeded reduces the severity of leaf rust, a fungal disease that attacks perennial ryegrass. |
Candace Pollock |
Mike Boehm |
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11/15/2005 |
Ohio No-Till Conference Focuses on Fertility, Soil Management |
PLAIN CITY, Ohio -- Fertility and soil management topics highlight the annual Ohio No-Till Conference, being held Dec. 6 at Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City, Ohio. |
Candace Pollock |
Randall Reeder |
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12/07/2006 |
No-Till, Controlled Traffic: A Winning Combo for Harvest Woes |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The most ideal solution to production problems associated with a wet harvest is to practice continuous no-till, with the added benefit of adopting controlled traffic. |
Candace Pollock |
Randall Reeder |
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10/22/2007 |
Extension Beef Team Resources Available to Producers |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- With hay yields lower than expected and pasture damaged from drought, it could be next spring before producers have adequate forage supplies for their livestock.
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Candace Pollock |
Stan Smith |
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07/31/2008 |
Recycling Efforts Continue at Farm Science Review |
LONDON, Ohio -- Ohio State University's Farm Science Review continues to go "green." |
Candace Pollock |
Chuck Gamble |
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05/29/2009 |
Late Getting Corn in the Ground? You Could Cut Back on Nitrogen |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- If Ohio growers are just now getting their corn crop in the ground, they may be able to get away with slightly reducing their nitrogen application rates. |
Candace Pollock |
Robert Mullen |
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06/17/2010 |
Learn How Drip Irrigation Can Boost On-Farm Profits at July 15 Workshop |
PIKETON, Ohio – Specialty fruit and vegetable crop producers looking to gain a better understanding of how drip irrigation can boost on-farm profits have the opportunity to attend an Ohio State University Extension drip irrigation workshop on July 15. |
Candace Pollock |
Brad Bergefurd |
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06/17/2010 |
Soybean Rust Confirmed in Southern U.S., But Little Threat to Ohio Crop |
WOOSTER, Ohio – Soybean rust has been reported on soybeans in the southern United States for the first time this year, but it's unlikely that Ohio soybean growers will have to worry about the disease this growing season. |
Candace Pollock |
Anne Dorrance |
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07/01/2002 |
New Test Simplifies Soil Quality Assessment |
PIKETON, Ohio - Assessing soil organic matter for overall soil quality can now be done in an agricultural field, a greenhouse and even a homeowner's backyard garden.
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Candace Pollock |
Rafiq Islam, Shawn Wright |
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01/15/2002 |
Consumer Surveys Help Boost Taste Quality of Pasteurized Cider |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Which tastes better: pasteurized or fresh-pressed cider? According to a series of Ohio State University consumer surveys, it's a split decision.
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Candace Pollock |
Joe Scheerens |
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08/18/2005 |
Season Remainder Remote for Soybean Rust |
WOOSTER, Ohio — Worries over soybean rust are now behind Ohio growers. |
Candace Pollock |
Anne Dorrance |
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09/06/2006 |
Planting Wheat on Wheat Increases Disease Pressure |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Ohio growers should avoid planting a new wheat crop into the previous season's wheat residue, despite the possibility of later-than-normal planting due to lagging development of the soybean crop in some locations. |
Candace Pollock |
Pierce Paul |
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08/22/2007 |
Master Gardener Coordinator, Heritage Gardens Teach Ohio's History |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State University Extension's statewide Master Gardener volunteer coordinator has been appointed president of the Friends of the Ohio Governor's Residence and Heritage Garden. |
Candace Pollock |
Pam Bennett |
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05/29/2008 |
Weather Slowing Corn, Increasing Chances for Pest Problems |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Planting delays and cool weather have slowed corn development, paving the way for a potential issue with slugs in no-till fields. |
Candace Pollock |
Ron Hammond |
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03/31/2009 |
Can You Afford Your Farm? Find Out with FINPACK |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- With the current economic downturn, farmers may be scrutinizing the future of their operations, and a financial planning tool offered by Ohio State University Extension is available to evaluate the health of on-farm businesses. |
Candace Pollock |
Dianne Shoemaker |
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04/27/2010 |
OSU Extension Helping Ohio Schools Better Manage Pests |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State University Extension is helping Ohio school systems better manage pest problems while meeting requirements to become Integrated Pest Management (IPM) "Star Certified." |
Candace Pollock |
Barb Bloetscher |
