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Diabetes is growing threat to the health of Americans.
Top Story Are You Interested In Horticulture?
Is too much water detrimental to houseplants? Follow the link provided to find out the answer along with a variety of other horticulture topics.
Top Story Slow Moving Vehicle Signs: Critical Safety Measure for Spring
With spring comes farmers and their equipment on the roadways. The use of slow moving vehicle signs can make the difference in safety for farmers and drivers.
Top Story Stink Bug Moving into Ohio
Small bug is working its way into trees, gardens and homes. Article written by Denise Ellsworth, Horticulture Educator, OSU Extension.
Top Story Why Pay High Prices for Vegetables? Grow Your Own!
 
Top Story Gardening: De-icers can be harmful to Plants
Although getting ice to melt quickly is a safety precaution in the winter, it may have a negative impact on your plants in the spring.
Top Story Be Safe While Sledding
Sledding causes more injuries than skiing and snowboarding, so be careful!
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Top Story Houseplants need care, even in winter
Winter is a tough time for your houseplants so you need to take special care of your plants during this time. This article was written by Tammi Rogers, Program Assistant for agriculture and natural resources and the Master Gardener coordinator for the Ohio State University Extension in Coshocton County.
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Top Story Get Prepared for Summer Canning and Freezing NOW!
See the full details concerning the Canning and Freezing classes, plus the pressure canner testing day, on this web site under County News. Both the classes and the pressure canner testing are coming to OSU Extension in Richland County on Wednesday, July 18.
Top Story Staying on Top of Your Credit Score
A good credit score can help you get a better interest rate on a loan, qualify you for credit card deals, and reduce your insurance rates.
Top Story Winter Area Extension Program Listings
This newsletter highlights Pesticide Applicator Training & Testing; Field Crop Meetings, Seminars & Conferences; Farm Business Management; Women in Agriculture Programs; and Horticulture topics.
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Gardening: De-icers can be harmful to Plants
Although getting ice to melt quickly is a safety precaution in the winter, it may have a negative impact on your plants in the spring.
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The open office hours to the public will continue to fluctuate due to budget cuts, staff reductions and programming needs.
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Canning and Freezing Classes and Pressure Canner Testing
Prepare for the summer canning and freezing season by attending classes with OSU Extension field specialist, Linnette Goard, on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at the Richland County Longview Center. Classes at 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. Fee is $6 per participant. Pressure canners can be tested that same day for $5. Registration information is forthcoming.
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Natural Gas Drilling Could be Boon for Landowners, But Be Cautious
Natural Gas Drilling Could be Boon for Landowners, But Be Cautious
Eastern Ohio landowners interested in leasing their land for natural-gas drilling into the rich resources of the Marcellus Shale need to be aware that such leases can carry some financial risk if they're not cautious. And, potential risks to the environment could be serious.
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Find recent "Grazing School" presentations on-line here!
Find recent "Grazing School" presentations on-line here!
The "Pastures for Profit" grazing school is a comprehensive course in Management Intensive Grazing
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Asian Longhorned Beetle Found in Ohio; Maples, Other Trees at Risk
Asian Longhorned Beetle Found in Ohio; Maples, Other Trees at Risk
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Agriculture today (6/17) announced the first discovery of Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) in Ohio trees!
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