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03/13/2002 |
Researchers Using Weather to Predit Potential Head Scab Outbreaks |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Ohio State University researchers are trying to stay one step ahead of head scab, a fungal disease of wheat that can cause severe yield and economic losses. |
Candace Pollock |
Pat Lipps |
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03/06/2002 |
Nematode Species Effective Biological Control of Slugs |
WOOSTER, Ohio - A common European nematode has been found to be an effective parasite of grey garden slugs, and Ohio State University researchers are hoping to find the species in the United States or Canada for use as a biological control. |
Candace Pollock |
Parwinder Grewal |
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03/06/2002 |
Proposed Research Facility to Focus on Plant/Animal Diseases |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Processing and health problems associated with pathogenic organisms cost the food industry $8.5 billion a year.
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Candace Pollock |
Mo Saif, Sally Miller |
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03/06/2002 |
Ohio State Curriculum to Incorporate Animal Welfare Topics |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio State University educators believe stewardship of food animal production begins in the classroom, and they are taking a proactive approach to instill that responsibility in students.
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Candace Pollock |
Candace Pollock, James Kinder, Jeanne Osborne |
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03/06/2002 |
Extension Program to Broaden Knowledge of Geospatial Technology |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - From Lake Erie in northern Ohio to Appalachia in the south and farms, wetlands, forests and cities in between, Ohio boasts unique environments that offer the opportunity to use geospatial technology to effectively manage them.
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Candace Pollock |
Brian Slater, Nathan Watermeier |
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02/27/2002 |
Organic Grain Production an Appealing, Yet Challenging Farming Practice |
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - Organic foods are becoming the fastest growing segment of the food industry, driven in large part by health-conscious consumers and a sense of environmental responsibility.
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Candace Pollock |
Deb Stinner |
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02/27/2002 |
Keep Stand Quality in Mind When Preparing for Planting Season |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - As corn growers ready for this year's growing season, establishing quality stands will no doubt be a key focus of their preparations.
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Candace Pollock |
Peter Thomison |
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02/21/2002 |
Ag. Organization Looks to Strengthen Industry's Technology Future |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - As the adoption of technology into agricultural and natural resource environments grows, so does the importance for farmers and industry leaders to remain abreast of issues, new developments and research advances that may impact the way they do business. |
Candace Pollock |
Nathan Watermeier |
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02/21/2002 |
Evolving Precision Agriculture Technology Fattening Farmers' Wallets |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The biggest driving force behind adopting precision agriculture technology is how quickly a farmer can recoup the investment costs of the equipment.
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Candace Pollock |
Matt Sullivan, Reza Ehsani |
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02/21/2002 |
More Efficient Beef Cattle Production, Marketing Eyed With Tagging Program |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Ohio beef cattle producers may soon be leaping into the age of technology with the help of a newly implemented electronic identification program. |
Candace Pollock |
Francis Fluharty |
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02/14/2002 |
Beef Cattle Shortcourse to Address Marketing, Management Issues |
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - Staying abreast of cattle industry issues, from marketing opportunities to current feeding and management practices, is a key for producers to remain competitive and improve profitability.
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Candace Pollock |
Steve Boyles |
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02/12/2002 |
New Agricultural Organization Strives to Improve Working Relationships |
FINDLAY, Ohio - Agricultural employers seeking to improve their human resource management skills have assistance from a new organization. |
Candace Pollock |
Ron Overmyer |
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02/12/2002 |
Soybean Germplasm Lines Show Resistance to Insect Defoliation |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Two recently released soybean germplasm lines appear to resist defoliation against bean leaf beetle and western corn rootworm, insects that have been known to cause severe crop damage throughout the mid-west.
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Candace Pollock |
Ron Hammond |
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02/12/2002 |
Organic Mulches May Boost Transition from Plowed Land to No-Till |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Farmers looking to convert their plowed land to no-till may be able to control disease pressure and improve soil fertility by spreading organic mulches such as animal manures and composts. |
Candace Pollock |
Warren Dick |
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02/05/2002 |
List of Herbicide-Resistant Weeds Keeps Growing |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The war on weeds appears to be a never-ending battle. |
Candace Pollock |
Jeff Stachler |
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02/05/2002 |
Don't Let Slugs Rule the Roost in No-Till Fields |
WOOSTER, Ohio - In the battle against slugs, a sharp eye and savvy management tactics may mean the difference between a damaged crop and successful yields for no-till farmers.
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Candace Pollock |
Ron Hammond |
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01/31/2002 |
Producer Certification First Step Toward Beef Industry Alliance |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The ability for beef producers to exchange information, track the production of an animal and study marketing trends is the key to providing a product that not only satisfies consumers but is more profitable for the producer. |
Candace Pollock |
Amy Radunz |
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01/29/2002 |
OSU Extension Tax Management Factsheets Available |
FINDLAY, Ohio - Ohio State University Extension has made available several Farm Income Tax Management factsheets for producers and landowners who may need tax management tips. |
Candace Pollock |
Robert Fleming |
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01/29/2002 |
Insect's Sweet Tooth Troublesome for Fruit Growers |
WOOSTER, Ohio - It isn't enough that homeowners must battle to keep the multicolored Asian lady beetle out of their homes, now Ohio fruit growers must contend with another one of the insect's behavioral quirks: an insatiable appetite for sugar.
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Candace Pollock |
Joe Kovach |
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01/29/2002 |
Insect Pest Not So Pesky |
WOOSTER, Ohio - The strawberry bud weevil, an insect that feeds on strawberry plants, may not be as much of a concern as once originally thought. |
Candace Pollock |
Joe Kovach |
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01/23/2002 |
Winter Wheat Acreage Down in Ohio |
WOOSTER, Ohio - Ohio's winter wheat acreage is down this year, an eight-percent drop compared to last year, according to the United States Department of Agriculture's Winter Wheat Seedings report.
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Candace Pollock |
Pat Lipps |
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01/23/2002 |
Nursery Production Technique Becoming a Growing Trend |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - A relatively new landscape and nursery stock production technique that combines conventional field and container practices is finding a successful niche in the industry.
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Candace Pollock |
Hannah Mathers |
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01/23/2002 |
SARE Grant Applications Available Beginning in February |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Farmers seeking to produce new crops, market agricultural projects or develop environmentally friendly, viable production systems are invited to apply for a grant that will afford them the opportunity to tackle such endeavors. |
Candace Pollock |
Mike Hogan |
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01/15/2002 |
Raspberry Production Increasing in Ohio |
PIKETON, Ohio - Raspberry production is on the rise in Ohio, according to a series of surveys conducted by Ohio State University and Ohio Agricultural Statistics Service researchers. |
Candace Pollock |
Sandy Kuhn |
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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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01/15/2002 |
Benefits of Organic Mulching Extend Below the Soil Surface |
WOOSTER, Ohio - The impact of organic mulches on soil nutrient content and plant health may extend deeper than just the topsoil.
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Candace Pollock |
Dan Herms |
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01/15/2002 |
Cost-Cutting, Environmentally-Sound Farming Practices Highlight Conference |
ADA, Ohio - Farmers looking to cut production costs while improving their environmental impact may find such opportunities through research information, management practices and technology updates being highlighted at the annual Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference, Feb. 25-26 at Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio.
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Candace Pollock |
Dave Jones, Randall Reeder |
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01/08/2002 |
Corn Rootworm Populations Decreasing in Ohio |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Populations of western corn rootworm beetles in Ohio soybean fields were lower this year than in 2000, according to a recent Ohio State University Extension survey.
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Candace Pollock |
Bruce Eisley |
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01/08/2002 |
Swine Feed Additive A Major Focus at Pork Producer Programs |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - A swine feed additive that has been shown to increase growth rate, enhance feed efficiency and improve carcass characteristics will be a major topic of discussion at upcoming Ohio State University Extension pork producer programs.
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Candace Pollock |
Don Levis, Steve Moeller |
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01/08/2002 |
Shrub Rose Versatility Appealing to Flower-Lovers |
WOOSTER, Ohio - If you ask somebody to name their favorite flower, they will most likely tell you the rose. |
Candace Pollock |
Gary Anderson |
