News Releases
OSU Extension to Offer Tax Webinar Feb. 6 to Update Growers and Producers on Farm-related Tax Issues
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State University Extension will host at Farm Tax Webinar Feb. 6 designed to help farmers and producers understand new tax laws and rules adapted after the so-called fiscal cliff legislation, organizers said.
Cancelled: USDA Chief Economist to Speak on Crop Insurance and World Trade Organization Feb. 12
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Joseph Glauber, chief economist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will present “Crop Insurance and the World Trade Organization” Feb. 12 as part of a seminar series sponsored by Ohio State University’s Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics (AEDE).
Conference to Help Small Farm Owners ‘Open Doors to Success’
WILMINGTON, Ohio -- Small farm owners who want to learn more about how to make their farms work better for them by increasing profits, increasing marketing efforts, expanding operations, or adding new educational or agritainment amenities can attend workshops and presentations on these and more issues during a small farm conference on March 8-9 in Wilmington, Ohio.
OSU South Centers to Host Farmers Market Conference March 11-12
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Farmers, growers, farmers market managers, vendors and anyone else interested in farmers markets can learn tips for increasing a customer base, determine how to prepare for a disaster and get updates on key food safety regulations during a Farmers Market Conference March 11-12, organizers said.
Some Health Benefits Of Berries May Not Make It Past Your Mouth
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Research has suggested that compounds that give colorful fruits their rich hues, especially berries, promote health and might even prevent cancer. But for the first time, scientists have exposed extracts from numerous berries high in those pigments to human saliva to see just what kinds of health-promoting substances are likely to survive and be produced in the mouth.
Ohio State Food, Ag, Env Calendar Listings as of Jan. 28
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Here are upcoming events involving Ohio State University’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences as of Jan. 28.
Chow Line: Fight against flu bug with healthy diet (Jan. 25, 2013)
I’m trying to do all I can to avoid getting the flu this season. Is there anything in particular I should include in my diet that could help?
OSU Extension Hosts Shale Workshop for Landowners Feb. 23
CANFIELD, Ohio -- Landowners interested in shale energy development may want to attend an Ohio State University Extension workshop on Feb. 23.
OSU Researchers Working to Increase Blackberry and Raspberry Production in Ohio
PIKETON, Ohio – Researchers with Ohio State University Extension are in the midst of a multi-year project studying alternative planting methods to help Ohio growers increase the production of two small, increasingly popular fruits that many health experts hail as “superfoods.”
Ohio Forage and Grasslands Council Conference is Feb. 8
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio – While the drought of 2012 was an extreme example of dry conditions during a growing season, it was not an anomaly, meaning producers have to be prepared to deal with periods of dry conditions as part of their annual management plans, an Ohio State University Extension specialist said.
Family Fundamentals: Credit: Know what you owe, how you’ll pay it off (Jan. 2013)
How can I calculate how much total interest I will be charged until I get my credit card bill paid off?
Chow Line: Be aware of risks from eating sprouts (1/18/13)
I really miss topping my salads off with a handful of alfalfa sprouts. What makes them so unsafe?
Conference Offers Training and Education for Grape Growers and Wine Producers Feb. 18-19
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Grape growers, wine producers and anyone interested in learning more about the wine industry will have several opportunities to learn from local and national professionals in the field during the 2013 Ohio Grape and Wine Conference.
OSU Extension offers Beef Cattle School Jan. 29, Feb. 26 and March 19
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Producers interested in learning more about how to increase cattle profits, including an in-depth look at crossbreeding programs, can participate in a discussion of the issues by experts from Ohio State University Extension and nationwide, during a Beef Cattle School Jan. 29, Feb. 26 and March 19 at several locations statewide.
Organic Farming Conference Features Record 27 Ohio State University Presenters, Feb. 16-17
COLUMBUS, Ohio – From vegetable grafting and dairy cow management to plasticulture strawberry production and organic grain production, Ohio State University professionals will present pertinent information on some of the key issues in organic and sustainable agriculture next month during Ohio’s largest sustainable food and farm conference.
Chow Line: Boost nutrients, cut fat in recipes (1/11/13)
I’m looking for easy ways to make some of my recipes and meals healthier. Any ideas?
Tri-lateral Partnership Addresses African Food Security
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State University has a long history of cultivating international relationships.
OSU Experts: Use Cover Crops to Improve Soil Heath and Improve Yields
OTTAWA, Ohio – Using cover crops such as oilseed radish, cereal rye, cowpea or Austrian winter pea can help growers improve soil health which leads to higher yields and lower input costs, an Ohio State University Extension expert said.
Ohio State Food, Ag, Env Calendar Listings as of Jan. 7
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Here are upcoming events involving Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences as of Jan. 7.
OSU Experts: Adapting Agriculture to Extreme Weather
COLUMBUS, Ohio – From the record drought that covered much of the nation last year to Superstorm Sandy that caused an estimated $50 billion or more in damage in the Northeast and Midwest, extreme weather events plagued growers nationwide throughout 2012 and experts anticipate more in the future. As a result, growers have to find ways to adapt agriculture to such conditions, an Ohio State University Extension expert said.
