Author: Heather Neikirk

Ohio Women in Agriculture Wednesday Webinar Series 2026

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Save the dates for the 2026 Ohio Women in Agriculture Wednesday Webinar Series via Carmen ZOOM.

Held on the first Wednesday of each month, February thru December from 10:30am-11:30am via the Carmen ZOOM online platform.  Sessions are recorded and available for viewing thru the Carmen ZOOM platform with an expiration date.

2026 Dates

February 4 | March 4 | April 1 | May 6 | June 3 | July 1 | August 5 | September 2 | October 7 | November 4 | December 2

Topics coming soon for 2026.

February 4, 2026, topic is Therapeutic Gardening with OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, Marquita Ripenhoff.

Register at https://go.osu.edu/wiawednesdaywebinars2026

SAVE THE DATE ! East Ohio Women in Agriculture Conference 2026!

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Hello East Ohio Women in Agriculture!  Mark your calendars today to save the date for the 2026 East Ohio Women in Agriculture Conference on FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026, at the Shisler Conference and Event Center on The Ohio State University Wooster Campus in Wooster, OH.  We are excited to feature and welcome our keynote speaker, Gina Orr of FreshORR Family Farms (Rushville, OH).  Look for session tracks and titles and registration details coming soon!

If you are interested or know of an interested party who would like to serve as a conference sponsor, please have them reach out to our contact, Corinna Gromley at gromley.8@osu.edu or 330-627-4310 to be added to the interest contact list.

We hope to see you all for another great event in 2026!

Special July 9th Webinar for Farm Families-Healthcare, Childcare & Health Insurance Choices for Your Farm or Farm Business

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Make plans to join us for a special extended Wednesday Webinar this week on July 9th from 10:30am- 12:00pm (noon) with David and Sarah as they lead the conversation on assisting you, your farm or farm business with options for healthcare, health insurance, and childcare.

Register to receive details to join us live or watch the recording at go.osu.edu/wiawednesdaywebinars2025

Upcoming June Wednesday Webinar

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Practical Pesticides: Selection, Safety & Use for the Home, Yard and Garden

Join us on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, for an informative session on how to safely and effectively select and use pesticides around your home, yard, and garden.  We’ll also share practical tips on:

  • Developing personalized pest management strategies
  • Aligning control options with your pest control philosophy
  • Promoting healthy plant care
  • Applying pesticides thoughtfully and responsibly
  • Proper cleaning and storage of equipment and products

This session is ideal for home gardeners and landowners looking to make informed, safe, and effective pest control decisions.

Register to receive details to join us live or watch the recording at go.osu.edu/wiawednesdaywebinars2025

Kitchen Table Conversations for Ohio Women in Agriculture

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The Farm Science Review may be closed today (Wednesday, September 22, 2021) due to the dangerous and inclement weather conditions but we will still be available at the virtual kitchen table from 11:30am-12:30pm  for today’s program on Mental Health First Aid and Farm Stress.  To join the conversation, register, and get connection details at the following link: https://go.osu.edu/kitchentableconversations2021

Whether you’re able or unable to attend this year’s Farm Science Review to visit the Ohio Women in Ag Resource Center in the Firebaugh Building , you can feel free to join us for these virtual conversations.  Our final conversation will take place tomorrow ( Thursday, September 23)  from 11;30am-12:30pm and focus on the topic of on-farm research opportunities.  You can use the same link as above to join.

We hope to see you at the kitchen table very soon!

JOIN US ON JULY 14 FOR A SAFETY AND HANDS-ON TRACTOR SKILL BUILDER FIELD DAY IN STARK COUNTY

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The East Ohio Women in Agriculture Program Series will partner with OSU Extension’s Agricultural Safety and Health Program and Mahindra of Massillon to offer a field day on Wednesday, July 14 targeted to local farm women.  The focus of this field day is safety and building hands-on tractor operation skills for registered participants.  The event will take place at Mahindra of Massillon located at 4025 Erie Street South, Massillon, OH 44646, beginning with a meal and networking session at 5:30pm followed by the educational program starting at 6pm.  The program will feature a variety of educational stations designed to allow participants to gain experience with a hands-on activity, via a demonstration, or a knowledge station to sharpen their safety and tractor operator skills.  Cost for the program is $15 and includes a meal and resource packet.  Registration and payment can be made on-line by visiting https://go.osu.edu/eowiafielddays2021 or by contacting Heather Neikirk at the Stark County OSU Extension Office at 234-348-6145.

East Ohio Women in Agriculture programs are designed to meet the needs of women and young women who are interested or involved in agriculture, food, natural resources or small business.  The team welcomes participation in the field day from anyone who is interested in the topic.  CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis.  For more information visit http://go.osu.edu/cfaesdiverstiy.

OSU Extension in Stark, Mahoning and Columbiana Seeking SUMMER Interns (Student Assistants)

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Up to six student interns will be hired to support educational programming and community engagement. The interns will work directly with Extension professionals and staff in Columbiana, Stark, and Mahoning Counties to address community-based issues. The interns will assist with educational materials,  conducting community-based programs, and participate in professional and public meetings. Students will work up to 38 hours per week.

Continue reading OSU Extension in Stark, Mahoning and Columbiana Seeking SUMMER Interns (Student Assistants) →

Reminder: Don’t forget to register for the Upcoming May 4th Field Day in Mechanicstown, OH (Carroll County)!

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There’s still time to register if you are interested in attending the May 4th  East Ohio Women in Agriculture Program Series Field Day in Mechanicstown, OH-Carroll County. Details included in the post below.   OSU Extension Carroll County Agricultural and Natural Resources Educator, Sandy Smith will lead this session designed to investigate your options and discuss the requirements and possibilities for raising livestock on small acreage as a means of extra income, food, or simply for pleasure.  Click here to register by close of business on Monday (May 3). All are welcome. Please plan to bring a lawn chair if attending!   Contact 330-627-4310 with questions or for more information.
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PLEASE NOTE: East Ohio Women in Agriculture programs are designed to meet the needs of women as an underserved audience who are interested or involved in agriculture. The team welcomes participation in the field day from anyone who is interested in the topic. CFAES provides research and related educational programs to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis. For more information visit http://go.osu.edu/cfaesdiversity