The Licking County Extension Office will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr Day. Our office will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
OSU Extension
OSU Extension Offices Closed for the Holidays
All OSU Extension Offices will be closed on the following dates:
- Thursday, December 23, 2021
- Friday, December 24, 2021
- Monday, December 27, 2021
- Tuesday, December 28, 2021
- Wednesday, December 29, 2021
- Friday, December 31, 2021
We hope that you and your family have wonderful and fulfilling holidays!
Master Gardener Volunteers are Recruiting New Members
The Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers are searching for new members. If you enjoy gardening and sharing your love of the outdoors with the community, this could be a great volunteer opportunity for you! Find out more information at go.osu.edu/becomeamastergardenervolunteer.
Licking County Extension Office Closed for Thanksgiving
The Licking County Extension Office will be closed on Thursday, November 25, 2021 and Friday, November 26, 2021 as we celebrate Thanksgiving. Our office will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, November 29, 2021. We hope you all have a wonderful and safe holiday!
Small Swine Producers: African Swine Fever Preparedness Seminars
Learn the signs and what to do if African Swine Fever or another foreign animal disease affects your herd. This program addresses the steps you should take, the state and federal response and bio-security planning. Presentations provided by Ohio Department of Agriculture, USDA and The Ohio State University.
WHO: Small swine producers – even if you have just a pig or two this information is for you! But producers of any size are welcome to attend. Veterinarians with swine clientele.
WHERE AND WHEN: All Presentations 6-7:30 p.m.
December 8
Licking County Extension Office
771 E Main St., Suite 103 Newark
January 12
Clinton County Extension Office
111 S Nelson Ave., Suite 2, Wilmington
February 2
Champaign County Extension Office
1512 S US Highway 68, Suite B100, Urbana
February 16
Putnam County Extension Office
1206 E. 2nd St., Ottawa
January 19
OSU – ATI
1328 Dover Rd., Wooster
An additional presentation will be held in Southeast Ohio- date/location TBD
There is no cost to attend and no RSVP required. Light refreshments provided by Ohio Pork Council.
Any questions? Contact Dr. Kristy Shaw at 614.728.6253 or kristy.shaw@agri.ohio.gov.
Extension Office Closed for Veterans Day
The Licking County OSU Extension Office will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021 in observance of Veterans Day. We wish to thank all who have served.
Extension Office Closed on July 5th
The Licking County OSU Extension Office will be closed on Monday, July 5, 2021 in observance of Independence Day. We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. We hope you and your family have a safe and fun weekend.
OSU Extension Closed for Memorial Day
The Licking County OSU Extension Office will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021 so that we can observe Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, June 1st.
2021 Licking County Farm Tour
Licking County OSU Extension, Soil & Water, and Farm Bureau are excited to share that they will be offering a farm tour again this year. The Farm Tour will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021. It will include a breakfast and then the self-driving tour will begin. Tickets are $12 per person or $20 per couple. Find out where the tour will visit and how to purchase tickets here: 2021 Licking County Farm Tour
Virtual Poultry Clinic for Backyard Poultry Production
Learn the basics of raising backyard chickens, ducks and more! This virtual clinic would make a great learning opportunity for those taking 4-H poultry projects or anyone who would like to learn more about raising poultry. The clinic will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 6:30pm on Zoom. You can find connection info and contact information for the presenters here: 2021 Backyard Poultry Clinic.