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Oct. 09, 2020
Gardeners and other lovers of fresh produce are often interested in extending the season's bounty by preserving fruits and vegetables and meats at home. Ohio State University Extension Family and Consumer Sciences teaches the basics of home canning and preservation through a virtual series called “Food Preservation Office Hours”. These online classes emphasize the science behind preservation so that everyone who preserves fruits, vegetables, and meats understands why certain procedures must be followed precisely to ensure a high-quality, safe product that they and their family can enjoy...
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Oct. 01, 2020
Do you need a break? Us too! We have been spending so much time with technology, worrying about online school or staying healthy that it’s been hard to make time for play, wellness, and celebrations. Educators with Ohio State University Extension are ready to help. Join us for the fall email challenge and explore how to take the break you deserve.
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Sep. 30, 2020
Retirement … Here I Come
a note from Jerry Iles, Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator – Fairfield County – (12/2014—9/2020)
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Aug. 24, 2020
n the brief and to the point videos embedded here, Dr. Zane Raudenbush, turf grass scientist at The Ohio State University, gives a six step presentation on lawn renovation. If you are considering a renovation of your lawn, it needs to begin immediately and be completed by mid-September.
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Jul. 17, 2020
Getting ready to preserve your garden produce? Need to know how to preserve (can, ferment, freeze, or dry) that garden-fresh taste? You can find links to food preservation resources including fact sheets and recorded trainings by visiting go.osu.edu/preservefranklin.
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Jul. 15, 2020
Partial Reopening of Fairfield County OSU Extension Office
The Fairfield County office of OSU Extension will be reopening on Tuesday, July 21, 2020 with limited hours by appointment only.
The hours will be as follows: Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00am – 4:00pm. Appointments can be scheduled between 8:30am – 3:30pm by calling the office at 740-653.5419 or emailing
4-H Youth Development: Leslie Cooksey (cooksey.25@osu.edu)
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Jul. 01, 2020
Join Ohio State University Extension, Family and Consumer Sciences educators this summer for a fun, educational, and free new learning series! RESTART Ohio: Back to Healthy is a great opportunity to learn about a variety of health and wellness topics, restart healthy habits, and learn more about what Extension and Family and Consumer Sciences has to offer you!
Who: Anyone is invited to participate! Invite your family and friends to join you virtually for this fun and educational opportunity.
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May. 26, 2020
Are you ready to learn about food preservation? Have questions? We may not be able to meet in person but are offering a couple of opportunities to learn about food preservation. You can register for just one or all of them.
1. The Ohio State University Extension Food Preservation Team will be hosting Food Preservation Office Hours on Tuesdays from 4 – 5 p.m. Each date will present a different topic as listed below, please register at the links listed under each session.
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May. 20, 2020
In spite of the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fairfield County Agriculture Society (Senior Fair Board) is continuing to make plans for the 2020 Fair. Their goal continues to be to host the 170th annual Fairfield County Fair from October 11-17, 2020. However, realizing that COVID-19 is a fluid and ever evolving situation, at the very least, plans are being made that will allow Fairfield County youth to complete their projects this fall on the Fairgrounds.
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May. 08, 2020
Watch Out for Termites When Cutting Firewood!
By Jerry Iles, OSU Extension Educator, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Fairfield County
It is early May and I am still firing up my wood burning stove on chilly nights. Recently a tree was cut down on our land and it was mostly hollow and full of termites! (see photos)
