Month: January 2024

Tax Tips for Forest Landowners: 2023 Tax Year

| Nanette Neal

As we are starting to think about taxes, here is the USDA US Forest Service Tax Tips for Forest Landowners: 2023 Tax Year publication.

 The National Timber Tax website is located here with much more timber oriented information.

Southwest Ohio Spring Ewe/Lamb Workshop

| Nanette Neal

Friday, March 22, 2024

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Program | 12:15 PM: Lunch | 12:45 PM Pasture Walk

Please RSVP by March 15 at www.green-acres.org/upcoming-events

Or call OSUE (513) 714-3891

 

Location:

Greenacres Temple Grandin Handling Facility

8300 Spooky Hollow Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 45242

 

Topics & Speakers:

Introduction to Greenacres Foundation Michael Cox, Agriculture Director, Greenacres Foundation

Ewe Gestational Nutrition Alejandro E. Relling, Associate Professor, Animal Sciences, OSU

Preparing your Lambing Facilities Braden J. Campbell, Ph.D., Small Ruminant Extension Specialist, OSU Extension

Dealing with Dystocia and Lambing Issues Jacci Smith, Extension Educator, ANR, OSUE. Delaware CO.

Pasture Walk Christine Gelley, Extension Educator, ANR, OSUE, Noble CO.

2024 Farm Bill Summit

| Nanette Neal

Ever wondered how the Farm Bill affects our food and agricultural landscape? The Farm Bill, a substantial legislative package passed by the federal government every few years, impacts how funds are allocated for various crucial aspects of agriculture, nutrition, conservation efforts, natural resource protection, and support systems across the nation. To delve deeper into this vital legislation and its implications, we invite you to join us at our 2024 CFAES Farm Bill Summit on February 23 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Fawcett Center. Engage in discussions led by CFAES and industry experts, unravel the complexities, and understand how this bill shapes the future of farming and related industries. This summit offers a unique opportunity to gain insights, network with others in the industry, and comprehend the far-reaching impact of the Farm Bill on our agricultural ecosystem. Learn More and Register at https://cfaes.osu.edu/news/events/2024-cfaes-farm-bill-summit. 

2024 Regional OSU Weeds University

| Nanette Neal

January 23, 2024: Statewide — OSU Extension invites crop producers, CCAs, and agribusinesses to attend a regional 2024 Ohio State Weeds University on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at locations across the state. Locations will include Auglaize County, Clermont County, Crawford County, Fayette County, Jackson County, Madison County, Paulding County, and Wayne County.

This program is designed to keep agronomic producers on the cutting edge in weed control for their cropping operations. Topics addressed will include hot topics in weed control, local weed issues, biology, identification of weeds, control strategies, cover crop management in forages, and evaluating herbicides. Hands-on exercises will be included.

Featured speakers will include Dr. Aaron Hager, Associate Professor, Department of Crop Sciences, University of Illinois; Dr. Rodrigo Werle, Associate Professor, Extension Cropping Weed Science, University of Wisconsin – Madison; Dr. Alyssa Essman, Assistant Professor and Weed Science Extension Specialist, The Ohio State University; and Dr. Michael Flessner, Associate Professor, Virginia Tech. This is an in-person event, with a portion of the program being broadcast virtually at the above regional locations.

Dr. Hager’s work contributes to increased crop production by developing and implementing integrated weed management programs. His research helps to identify and manage herbicide resistance in the most aggressive agronomic weeds. Dr. Werle’s research and Extension program (aka WiscWeeds) focuses on integrated approaches to weed management in corn, soybean, and small grains in Wisconsin farm systems. Dr. Essman is interested in evaluating weed control in integrated management systems using traditional and alternative methods in agronomic crops. Dr. Flessner’s expertise focuses on weed management in field crops (corn, soybean, small grains, and others) and pasture/forages. He emphasizes current challenges, such as managing herbicide-resistant weed species.

The registration fee per person is $40, due by February 16, 2024. This fee includes course materials and speaker question and answer sessions. On-site walk-ins are not available for this event, and each site is limited to a maximum of 30 people. Commercial, Private Pesticide, and Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) credits will be available. To register, go to http://go.osu.edu./24WeedsUniv.

For additional information on the event, contact Sarah Noggle, Paulding County Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources, at noggle.17@osu.edu or Ken Ford, Fayette County Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources, ford.70@osu.edu.

By Sarah Noggle, OSU Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources, Extension Educator, Paulding County, Ken Ford, OSU Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources, Extension
Educator, Fayette County

Planning for the Future of Your Farm Workshop

| Nanette Neal

April 4, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Warren County Fairgrounds, Welcome Hall

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 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 family members to attend, including 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.

Registration and Flyer

Backyard Maple Production: Learn to Make Maple Syrup at Home

| Nanette Neal

Do you have maple trees in your yard? Interested in learning how to collect sap from those trees and turn it into syrup? Then this class is for you. We will present the basics of making syrup from one tree in the yard to a handful of them.

Event Center – Warren County Fairgrounds
665 N. Broadway St.
Lebanon, OH 45036

Class Agenda
6:30 pm

  • What, When, and How to tap
  • How to handle sap
  • How to boil sap
  • How to finish and package syrup

8:30 pm

  • Questions and Evaluations

9:00 pm

  • Safe trip home

Registration is $20   Flyer
Deadline to Register: January 24, 2024
Register online at: woodlandstewards.osu.edu