10/16/2007 |
Wheat/Soybean Futures Prices Soar to Stimulate More Acres |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Historically high futures prices are enticing crop producers to plant more wheat and soybeans next season in order to boost the current shortage of both commodities. |
Candace Pollock |
Matt Roberts |
09/05/2006 |
When Planting Wheat, Don't Put Eggs in One Basket |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Growers making wheat planting preparations for next season should spread their choices over varieties that provide good yields, disease resistance, stalk quality and winter hardiness rather than relying only on achieving maximum yields through the use of extra inputs. |
Candace Pollock |
Pierce Paul |
01/18/2011 |
When You Must Apply Manure in Winter, Take Precautions |
ADA, Ohio -- Farmers are never encouraged to spread manure or fertilizer on frozen or snow-covered ground, but researchers know that sometimes it's inevitable. That's why Robert Mullen of the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center and Jon Rausch, Ohio State University Extension educator, will present "How to Apply Manure and Fertilizer to Frozen/Snow Covered Ground, If You Absolutely Have To" at the 2011 Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference.
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Martha Filipic |
Jon Rausch |
08/01/2011 |
Whiz Bang! Science Show Hits Stage Aug. 11: ‘It Should Be Fun and Messy’ |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Secrest Arboretum’s third and last “Whiz Bang! Science Show” of the summer features, among other things, dancing pasta, dry-ice bubbles and a Mentos/Diet Coke chain reaction.
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Kurt Knebusch |
Dave Lohnes |
10/03/2011 |
Why Trees Matter? Forum to Explore It |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Ohio’s sixth annual Why Trees Matter Forum, a look at the social, economic and environmental benefits of trees in cities and suburbs, takes place Oct. 19 in Wooster.
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Kurt Knebusch |
Lisa Troyer |
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 |
10/23/2001 |
Wider Row-Spacing Favorable for Wheat, Beneficial for Farmers |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio and Indiana farmers who practice relay intercropping of soybeans and wheat can choose from an array of wheat varieties that perform well in wider-row spacing, saving on equipment and seed costs.
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Candace Pollock |
Jim Beuerlein, Tony Vyn |
01/19/2005 |
Winning the War Against Soybean Rust Requires a Strategy |
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The best weapon growers have to fighting soybean rust is fungicides, but an effective job of controlling the disease is questionable without an application strategy. |
Candace Pollock |
Erdal Ozkan |
03/05/2012 |
Winter Farming in Cleveland? Yes, With Help from Ohio State Ag Experts |
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- You don't have to move to warmer climates (South Beach, anyone?) to enjoy the benefits of locally grown lettuce, herbs and other fresh produce in Cleveland during the winter.
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Marie Barni, Gerry Gross |
01/09/2003 |
Winter Pork Producer Programs Set |
OTTAWA, Ohio â From swine health issues to reproductive management to nutritional assessments, pork producers and agricultural professionals can get the latest in research and industry-related information at the 2003 Ohio State University Extension Pork Producer Programs.
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Candace Pollock |
Dale Ricker |
01/15/2009 |
Winter Raises Cold Stress Risk |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Despite cold temperatures, the activity of winter work may fuel a false sense of protection against cold weather hazards. |
Candace Pollock |
Tamela Brown |
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 |
11/20/2006 |
Wise Management Eases Problems When Weather Holds Up Harvest |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- There may be little corn growers can do now to speed up harvest or alleviate lodging problems, but they can take steps next growing season to potentially avoid problems associated with cool, wet fall weather. |
Candace Pollock |
Peter Thomison |
04/13/2007 |
With a Little Help Freeze-Damaged Plants Can Bounce Back |
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio -- Garden plants and some trees throughout Ohio may have suffered freeze damage from the recent cold snap, but steps can be taken to help plants bounce back to their lush and vibrant green selves. |
Candace Pollock |
Pam Bennett |
07/30/2009 |
With Good Weather and Wise Management, 2009 Can Happen Again for Wheat Growers |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – High-yielding varieties coupled with ideal growing conditions can turn an average crop into a record season. With this year's Ohio wheat crop on its way to falling into that category, growers are wondering if the magic can happen again next year. |
Candace Pollock |
Jim Beuerlein |
05/19/2010 |
With Rains, Corn Growers Face Herbicide Challenges |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Growers who got their corn in the ground, but missed their window to apply pre-emergent herbicides to control weeds need not panic. |
Candace Pollock |
Mark Loux |
03/26/2009 |
Wood Pallet Makers and Users: Attend ISPM 15 Standards Workshops April and May in Ohio |
COLUMBUS, Ohio ââ¬â To help pallet makers and importers and exporters that use wood materials for shipping better understand the International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM 15), Ohio State University Extension will be hosting three educational workshops April 30 in Dayton, May 4 in Chillicothe, and May 5 in Sugarcreek.
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Amy Stone |
10/21/2002 |
Woolly Bear Winter Prediction Not Science, But Fun |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The exit of summer always ushers in Fall familiarities - apple cider, pumpkins, changing landscapes and the site of nature's most recognizable caterpillar: the woolly bear.
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Candace Pollock |
Barbara Bloetscher |
10/21/2002 |
Woolly Bear Winter Prediction Not Science, But Fun |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The exit of summer always ushers in Fall familiarities - apple cider, pumpkins, changing landscapes and the site of nature's most recognizable caterpillar: the woolly bear. |
Candace Pollock |
Barbara Bloetscher |
10/12/2009 |
Work in Plant Disease Biocontrol Earns OARDC Researcher Spot in World Class South Korean Program |
WOOSTER, Ohio – An Ohio State University plant pathologist with the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center is providing his expertise in biological control of plant diseases through a unique collaboration with South Korean scientists. The collaboration has awarded him participation in that nation's World Class University Program.
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Candace Pollock |
Brian McSpadden Gardener |
03/29/2005 |
Workshop About the Business of Hydroponics |
WALDO, Ohio — Creating and maintaining a hydroponic greenhouse business requires management savvy, a productive labor force and the assurance that consumers receive a safe product. |
Candace Pollock |
Mary Donnell |
02/07/2005 |
Workshop All About Restoring Ohio History |
WESTERVILLE, Ohio — Good farmers know never to waste anything, and that includes old farm buildings. Throughout the years, barns have been renovated and reused, and those interested in preserving this part of Ohio's history should attend the Ohio Barn Workshop Feb. 21-22 at Everal Barn in Westerville, Ohio. |
Candace Pollock |
Carol Moody |
08/14/2012 |
Workshop Discusses Nitrogen, Soluble Phosphorus Mobility in Soils |
CENTERBURG, Ohio – Efforts to reduce soluble nitrogen and soluble phosphorus from moving off farmland will be discussed by Ohio State University experts and others during a joint workshop and meeting of the Soil and Water Conservation Society and the Association of Ohio Pedologists Aug. 23-24.
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Tracy Turner |
Jim Hoorman |
10/12/2006 |
Workshop Tackles Aspects of Rearing Heifers |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Cattle producers and others in the industry seeking to increase their knowledge and skills of rearing dairy heifers are invited to attend an Ohio State University Dairy Heifer Care and Management Workshop. |
Candace Pollock |
Dianne Shoemaker |
03/21/2006 |
Workshop Targets Perch Production and Management |
PIKETON, Ohio -- When it comes to food fish production in Ohio, yellow perch is the bread and butter of the state's aquaculture industry. To help aquaculturists remain competitive in management and marketing, Ohio State University South Centers at Piketon will hold a one-day Perch School training course on April 8. |
Candace Pollock |
Geoff Wallatt |
06/03/2011 |
Workshop This Saturday (6/4) on Keeping Ohio Produce Safe |
BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – OSU’s Fruit and Vegetable Safety Team reminds growers of its Produce Safety Education Program this Saturday (6/4). Reducing food-borne illness -- now in the news due to Europe’s deadly E. coli outbreak linked to raw produce -- is the focus.
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Kurt Knebusch |
Ashley Kulhanek |
03/05/2012 |
Workshop to Address Legal Risks for Livestock and Dairy Producers |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Farmers who raise livestock and dairy can learn more about legal risks and what they can do to reduce their risks in a workshop hosted by Ohio State University Extension and the National Agricultural Law Center.
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Peggy Hall |
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01/25/2010 |
Workshop to Aid Producers in Managing Crop Risk |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Changes in farm legislation, expansion of new technologies such as biofuels, and volatile shifts in crop prices have driven many producers to change the way they manage crop production and risk. |
Candace Pollock |
Dean Baldwin |
05/12/2011 |
Workshop to Offer Spring Planting Tips |
Trees, shrubs and perennials are the focus May 18 in Secrest Arboretum.
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Kurt Knebusch |
Ken Cochran |
02/23/2012 |
Workshops Help Growers Make Products 'MarketReady' |
PIKETON, Ohio -- Ohio food producers looking to sell through different marketing channels are invited to attend one of three MarketReady training programs. The day-long workshop teaches what is required to sell to grocers, restaurants and other wholesale buyers.
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Julie Moose |