Regional Ohio Agronomic Weed University Slated for February 2 in Coshocton

OSU Extension invites crop producers to attend a regional 2022 Ohio Agronomic Weed University on Wednesday, February 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Roscoe Village Visitors Center (Lock Landing Meeting Room) located at 600 North Whitewoman Street in Coshocton, Ohio. This program is being hosted by the Coshocton, Muskingum and Tuscarawas County Extension offices with support from the Ohio Corn & Wheat Association.

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 and identification of weeds, control strategies, cover crop management in forages, and evaluating herbicides. Hands-on exercises will be included. Featured speakers will include Dr. Mark Loux and Alyssa Essman from The Ohio State University.

The registration fee per person is $40 and is due by January 21, 2022. This fee includes lunch and course materials. Pesticide and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) credits will be available. See attached flyer for complete registration details.

Is it poison ivy?

Poison-ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) is a native, woody perennial vine found all over Ohio and matter of concern for all home and property owners.  It spreads by seed, creeping roots and stems that root where the contact the soil.  Seeds are also dispersed by birds. Its a fairly common plant for client questions at an Extension Office.  As a plant in nature, it prevents very few problems, is a great source of food for songbirds, and provides beautiful fall color.  The real problem is when it comes into contact with human skin.  All parts of the plant contain resinous compounds called urushiols, which are the oils that cause inflammation of the skin.

Check out these useful videos below or see these Extension fact sheets for more information.

 

Information source(s):

Uva, R.H., Neal, J.C., and Ditomaso, J.M. (1997). Weeds of the Northeast. Cornell University.