Greene County Beekeepers is offering a 4-H Scholarship for Project #641. They are seeking motivated, mature youth in 4-H to apply. The scholarship includes a full bee hive kit, mentoring, and more! Full information and requirements can be found at: https://gcbeekeepers.org/gcba-4-h-project
For more information call 4-H & Youth Beekeeping Coordinator, Cynthia Olsen, 937-477-7471
Please, help us filling the Ohio Cropland Values and Rents Survey 2023-2024. Ohio Cropland Values and Cash Rents Short Survey 2024 (1)
You can bring the hard copy to the extension office, or there is also an online survey option at:
https://go.osu.edu/ohiocroplandvaluescashrentssurvey23_24
You can also access the online survey through this QR code:
Providing economic and legal updates on Ohio farmland leasing issues and needs.
DATE: March 1, 2024
TIME: 10:00 a.m. -Noon
Via ZOOM Webinar
To register, visit go.osu.edu/register4fol
Topics we’ll cover include:
Speakers:
Farmland Leasing Update Webinar 2024
The OSU Extension office in Warren county invites you to participate in a “Planning for the Future of Your Farm” workshop on April 4, 2024. This workshop is designed to help farm families learn strategies and tools to successfully create a succession and estate plan that helps you transfer your farm’s ownership, management, and assets to the next generation. Learn how to have the crucial conversations about the future of your farm. This workshop will be held at the Warren County Fairgrounds in the Welcome Hall located at 665 N. Broadway, Lebanon OH 45036.
Workshop topics include: Developing Goals for Estate and Succession; Planning for the Transition of Control; Planning for the Unexpected; Communication and Conflict Management during Farm Transfer; Legal Tools and Strategies; Developing Your Team; Getting Your Affairs in Order; and Selecting an Attorney.
The base $85 registration fee allows 2 members from the family to attend and includes lunch, refreshments, and 1 set of course materials. Additional family members can attend for $25 per person. Additional materials can be purchased for a fee. More information can be obtained by contacting Greg Meyer at meyer.213@osu.edu or by phone at (513)695-1311 or at go.osu.edu/farmsuccession
When done well, irrigation maintains landscape Plant material at the desired health and aesthetic value while conserving water.
To view flyer and registration link CLICK HERE
OSU Extension Greene County Master Gardener Volunteers present Home Vegetable Gardening on Saturday, April 13, 2024. A panel of gardening experts will discuss general gardening techniques, vegetable pests, and a close-up look at cucumbers, and zucchini.
A free vegetable packet along with information will be given to each attendee.
2024 Home Vegetable Gardening Flyer
Registration: CLICK HERE
For more information:
Kim Hupman at hupman.5@osu.edu or 937-736-7209
Save the date: April 14 at OSU ATI
Cost: $25 per person
Deadline: Registration and payment postmarked by Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Contact: Michael Cressman, cressman.2@osu.edu
Schedule includes Quality Assurance requirement and more!
Look for registration soon.
Register today for a virtual Wits Workout Facebook private Facebook group!
Wits Workout is an engaging, interactive, and educational brain health program. Beginning March 3rd, each week, you will receive an email with a brain puzzle to complete on your own; the answers will be posted in the private Facebook group, along with tips and ideas to stretch your brain and improve your memory. The Facebook group will also provide the opportunity to interact with others each week.
Sign up today for this free virtual program, which begins on March 3, 2024, with a new puzzle and topic each week for six weeks.
Register here: http://Go.osu.edu/ww24; after you complete the registration, you will be prompted to join the private Facebook Group.
A hands-on Home Food Preservation Program
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Learn how to safely and easily can chicken and ground beef.
Check out the link below for more information and registration.
Test your well water on March 19th from 5 to 7 pm at the OSU Extension office in Greene County (100 Fairground Rd, Xenia, OH).
See the flyer with details here: Test your well event 2024
Bring in a sample of your well water to test for:
• Nitrite/Nitrate and Total Iron – FREE, and/or
• Metals testing (copper arsenic manganese and lead) – $20, and/or
• Total coliforms/bacteria testing – $40.
To collect your well water sample properly:
• Use a clean container (empty plastic bottle) that can be sealed and holds at least 1 liter of water
• Fill your container with the first draw of water in the morning (or after 6 hours of non-use)
• Refrigerate the sample until your appointment time.
Payment by cash or check at the event. Registration is required – LIMITED SPOTS.
Your results take approximately 30 minutes. All results are CONFIDENTIAL.
Register by March 12th: go.osu.edu/testyourwell
Contact information: Marina Miquilini at 937-372-9971 and Grace Smith at 937-416-3768.