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Feb. 27, 2026
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: The primary role of the Extension educator in Fairfield County is to provide agriculture and natural resources stakeholders with research-backed information that will better their livelihoods. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Feb. 05, 2026
OSU Extension Fairfield County is reviewing its Agriculture and Natural Resources programs and requesting your feedback. We invite you to complete a brief survey at go.osu.edu/FairfieldAgSurvey by March 31 to share your input on future programming. You can also find a paper copy at Fairfield Ag Survey.
If you have questions about programming, please contact our office at 740-653-5419.
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Feb. 02, 2026
With additional support from the Fairfield County Commissioners, OSU Extension has been able to continue nutrition education programs in Fairfield County. Since the beginning of 2026, the Family and Consumer Science Nutrition Education program assistants have been teaching at Tussing Elementary and Medill Elementary reaching over 500 students. They are also making plans for Head Start, Millersport Elementary and Tallmadge Elementary this spring. Adult classes are currently scheduled and conducted with veterans, seniors and The Recovery Center. New dietary guideli
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Jan. 20, 2026
We request your assistance in securing up-to-date information about farm custom work rates and machinery rental rates in Ohio. This information is updated every-other year and published by OSU Extension. It is widely used across the state, so we need the best information available. Enclosed is a copy of the Ohio Farm Custom Rate Survey for 2026. Please provide rates that are current including the latest price increases or planned increases.
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Jan. 16, 2026
As we continue to work with the Fairfield Growing Committee to highlight agriculture’s important role in the Fairfield County economy, we are updating our Fairfield County Local Foods Guide for 2026. Do you have a current listing?
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Dec. 09, 2025
OSU Extension in Fairfield County will be offering two opportunities for Private Pesticide and Fertilizer recertification in 2026.
Fertilizer Re-certification* (Cost: $10)
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
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Dec. 01, 2025
Federal funding for SNAP-Ed ended Sept 30, 2025. In Ohio, SNAP-Ed programming continued through Nov. 12. Contact your local Extension office to find out what similar programs might be available in your area. You can also visit celebrateyourplate.org for recipes and other online tools.
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Nov. 20, 2025
Due to the increased cost of producing publications, effective November 3, 2025, the price of OSU Extension Publications increased across the state including 4-H Books. Most 4-H project books will be $12 each with some, such as resource books, increasing more.
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Oct. 31, 2025
Want to learn more about what we do in the Fairfield County Extension office? Read the highlights about our recent activities and events in the latest edition of our Extension Connection. Want to learn more, read our previous editions too.
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Oct. 20, 2025
Learn the ins and outs of gluten-free eating! This 3-part series covers essential topics like grocery shopping, dining out, cooking, and baking. It's perfect for those who must eat gluten-free for health reasons and those who choose it as a dietary preference. Each class builds upon the last, so attending all three is highly recommended. You'll receive valuable handouts, delicious recipes, and get to sample tasty dishes.
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