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02/08/2011 |
Cover Crops Focus of Ag Day Program Feb. 16 in Paulding (Western Ohio) |
PAULDING, Ohio -- Learn about cover crops from Ohio State University experts and hear from a farmer who has used them on Wednesday, Feb. 16, at the Paulding County office of OSU Extension, 503 Fairground Drive, Paulding, not far from the Indiana border.
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Jim Lopshire |
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04/22/2010 |
Cows on the Run Entertaining, But Injuries From Livestock No Laughing Matter |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Stay calm. When you've got a 1,000-pound cow running around loose in a public place, that's the best advice that Ohio State University Extension ag safety professional Kent McGuire can offer.
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Candace Pollock |
Kent McGuire |
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11/27/2007 |
Crawford/Huron Agronomy Day Slated for December 11 |
WILLARD, Ohio -- Managing crop fertilizer inputs, examining corn hybrids for insect management, and evaluating the payback to corn or soybean fungicide applications will be among the featured topics at Ohio State University Extension's Crawford/Huron Agronomy Day.
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Candace Pollock |
Steve Prochaska |
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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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05/17/2012 |
Crop Growers Still Have Time to Switch to Corn if Alfalfa Stands Don’t Meet Production Criteria |
WOOSTER, Ohio – Crop growers wondering if they should keep their alfalfa or rotate to a different crop still have time to switch to corn if they find their alfalfa stands don’t meet production criteria, an Ohio State University Extension educator said.
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Tracy Turner |
Rory Lewandowski |
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09/21/2012 |
Crop Insurance, Risk Management to Shape Next Farm Bill: Ohio State Ag Economists |
LONDON, Ohio -- The soaring cost of crop insurance and the move away from direct payments to farmers in favor of risk-management measures will shape the future of the Farm Bill, according to Ohio State University agricultural economists who shared their perspectives with farmers and other attendees Sept. 18 on the inaugural day of the 50th Farm Science Review in London, Ohio.
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Mauricio Espinoza |
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02/24/2009 |
Crop Production Information Means Big Savings for Ohio Farmers |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio farmers and agribusiness who turn to Ohio State University Extension's Crop Observation and Recommendation Network newsletter have used the information to boost their profits -- to the tune of nearly $10 million, according to a recent OSU Extension survey.
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Candace Pollock |
Steve Prochaska |
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01/03/2008 |
Crop Production Input Costs to Increase in 2008 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- From seed to fertilizer, Ohio farmers can expect to pay more in input costs for corn and soybean production in 2008.
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Candace Pollock |
Barry Ward |
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03/05/2009 |
CTTC Record Crowd Looking to Conservation Practices for On-Farm Savings |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- With rising crop input costs affecting the production bottom line, more farmers are recognizing the economic value and environmental benefits of conservation tillage practices.
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Candace Pollock |
Randall Reeder |
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05/10/2012 |
Curcumin Extract Lowers Triglycerides, Boosts Antioxidant Activity: Ohio State Study |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A low dose of a curcumin extract from the spice turmeric can have a variety of positive health effects on healthy middle-aged individuals, according to an Ohio State University study presented at the 2012 Experimental Biology meeting April 23 in San Diego.
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Robert DiSilvestro |
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10/23/2008 |
Curious About Ohio's Wine Industry? Learn What It Takes to Establish a Commercial Vineyard |
PIKETON, Ohio -- Each year over 1.7 million people visit Ohio's 2,200 acres of vineyards and more than 100 winery operations, and demand for Ohio-produced wines continues to increase.
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Candace Pollock |
Julie Strawser |
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05/27/2011 |
Cut Flower Growers to Meet in Wooster Aug. 8 |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- The Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers will hold its 2011 Midwest Regional Meeting at the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center Aug. 8.
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Megan Shoenfelt |
Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers |
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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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07/19/2011 |
Cuyahoga County: Home on the Farm |
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The grayness of neglect too often seen in this aging rust-belt city is being transformed into acres of flourishing green thanks to Ohio State University Extension and a vast coalition of partners.
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Martha Filipic |
Marie Barni |
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05/10/2007 |
Dairy Producers Seeing Historically High Prices |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Despite last season's financial woes, U.S. dairy producers have been enjoying historically high milk prices this year, driven mainly by an international demand for products that non-U.S. markets have been unable to fill.
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Candace Pollock |
Cameron Thraen |
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10/08/2011 |
Dairy Producers Should Consider ‘Precision’ Diets to Maximize Profits |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Dairy producers shouldn’t get used to $6 or $7 corn, and should tailor diets to maximize productivity and profitability, according to one Ohio State University Extension expert.
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Andy Vance |
Normand St-Pierre |
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10/17/2011 |
Davlin Appointed Manager of OARDC’s Western Ag Research Station |
SOUTH CHARLESTON, Ohio -- Joe Davlin has been appointed manager of the Western Agricultural Research Station in South Charleston, Ohio, one of nine outlying research farms operated by Ohio State University’s Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (OARDC).
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Mauricio Espinoza |
Ken Scaife |
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04/03/2012 |
Day Camps to Teach Farm Safety Techniques for Kids |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A series of day camps will be offered across Ohio to teach school-age children awareness of farm hazards and how to stay safe on the farm. The camps, which are sponsored by Ohio State University Extension and the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, are designed to offer real-world experience to show youth the importance of farm safety.
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Tracy Turner |
Kathy Mann |
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08/25/2008 |
Deadlines Looming for Farmers Interested in Farm Bill Disaster Program |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio farmers who normally don't insure small acreage crops, such as wheat, may want the protection, especially if they are considering participating in a new 2008 Farm Bill production disaster program.
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Candace Pollock |
Carl Zulauf |
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11/16/2011 |
December 4-H Science Saturdays Program on 'Amazing Magnets' |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Kids are certain to be drawn to the next "Science Saturdays" program offered by Ohio State University Extension 4-H Youth Development.
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Martha Filipic |
Sally McClaskey |
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03/26/2002 |
Deep Tillage May Be of Value in Ohio |
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Deep tillage, also known as subsoiling, may be beneficial in alleviating soil compaction and improving crop yields.
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Candace Pollock |
Randall Reeder |
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10/24/2007 |
Delay Fall Alfalfa Cuttings to Replenish Supplies Next Spring |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio producers planning to harvest alfalfa this fall should make their final cuttings closer to the killing frost to ensure high-energy, rigorous stands next spring.
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Candace Pollock |
Mark Sulc |
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10/28/2005 |
Delaying Corn Harvest Could Affect Yields |
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Low grain prices, unfavorable weather and hurricane-related transportation issues have some Ohio growers dragging their feet with corn harvest. But any further delay could cause severe stalk lodging and subsequent yield losses.
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Candace Pollock |
Peter Thomison, Pierce Paul |
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11/28/2005 |
Despite Planting Delays, Wheat Getting Good Marks |
WOOSTER, Ohio — Despite the late start for Ohio wheat planting due to persistent rainfall and delayed corn and soybean harvest, the early performance of the crop is getting good marks.
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Candace Pollock |
Pierce Paul |
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06/29/2006 |
Despite Shaky Start, Wheat Looks Promising in Home Stretch |
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Ohio's wheat crop is winding down for the season and prospects for a good harvest are looking up.
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Candace Pollock |
Pierce Paul |
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11/07/2007 |
Despite Summer Drought, Corn Yields Heading for Record Books |
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Despite an abnormally dry season, and in some cases a severe drought, Ohio's corn harvest is wrapping up with better-than-expected yields, much to the surprise of growers and agronomists alike.
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Candace Pollock |
Peter Thomison |
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07/12/2014 |
Despite Weekend Rain Forecast, Drought Conditions throughout Ohio Likely to Persist |
COLUMBUS, Ohio – While forecasters are calling for the potential of up to an inch of rain in parts of Ohio this weekend, the rainfall amounts may be enough to stave off disaster for corn and soybean growers but likely won’t be enough to end drought conditions statewide, said an Ohio State University climatologist.
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Tracy Turner |
Jeff Rogers |
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03/31/2009 |
Develop a Marketing Strategy for Your Farmer's Market |
PIKETON, Ohio -- An effective marketing plan is vital to the success of any business, and a farmer's market is no exception. Ohio State University Extension will offer a workshop in April on direct marketing and sales strategies for farmers' markets.
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Candace Pollock |
Julie Strawser |
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04/23/2009 |
Diagnose Woody Plant Pests and Diseases at Plant Diagnostic Academy |
DAYTON, Ohio -- Diagnosing pest and disease problems of woody plants isn't always a simple matter, but an Ohio State University Extension program will be held in May that is designed to make the process a bit easier.
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Candace Pollock |
Kathy Smith |
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03/09/2005 |
Dial Away for the Latest on Soybean Rust |
LANCASTER, Ohio — Ohio growers can now get the latest on soybean rust — its detection, management and prevention— with the quick touch of a phone button.
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Candace Pollock |
Stan Smith |
