County News
Tractor Training Courses Still Required by Current DOL Regs
There are still regulations that need to be followed for 14 and 15 years old who work outside their parents' farm
Wheat is Heading Out!
This is the week to be considering head scab control and fungicide applications
Hazardous Algae Blooms
What are HABs, why the public concern and what is the relationship to Ohio agriculture and horticulture?
Bagworms or Tent Caterpillars: Regardless, they've arrived!
Most call them bagworms, but actually they are Eastern tent caterpillars . . . and, all agree, they make an unsightly mess in trees
The Vegetable Garden: what, when, where and how much do I plant?
What you plant, and how much, is vital to an enjoyable vegetable gardening experience!
Get Your Garden Started Right
Mid and late season problems in the garden are often the result of not getting off to the 'right start'
Plan your Emerald Ash Borer control program now
If you have ash trees, now is the time to look for symptoms and decide if you are going to treat for EAB, or remove your trees
Do Wildlife enjoy your Garden more than you do?
When planning your garden, don't forget your plan to exclude the wildlife!
The Oil Rush is Back, Consider This Before You Sign!
It is happening. Be prepared. The oil & gas industry has returned to our area!
Aquaculture and Aquaponics research at OSU!
Want to learn more about the aquaculture research OSU conducts at Piketon? See this!
CCA Treated Lumber, Use/Handling Precautions
Once identified as CCA treated, take precautions to minimize exposure to the chemical residues
Gas Drilling Impacts on Water Quality
Hydraulic fracturing for natural gas extraction: Impacts on water resources. An interview with Penn State Water Quality Specialist Bryan Swistock.
CAUV values have increased
Large increases in the Current Ag Use Value of farmland throughout Ohio are a major concern
See the Faces of Fairfield County Agriculture
If you have a high speed internet connection, spend 18 minutes and watch this video!
Ash Borer quarantine is expanded to State wide!
All remaining Counties have been added to Ohio Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine
Septic System Confusion
Confused about the Ohio requirements for septic systems? If so, you're not alone.
