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1. Biological Soil Health

   biological health of soil. Over winter, cover crops that continue to exude or provide a year-round microbial ... explain why management practices—such as cover crops, manure additions, or reduced tillage—improve the ... biological health of soil, but also demonstrates how life found in soil can improve input efficiency, reduce ...

2. Soil Health Testing

   traditional soil fertility tests that focus on crop nutrient needs, soil health testing evaluates the soil’s ... profitability in Ohio (Soil Health Institute and Cargill, 2021). The goal of soil health testing is to help ... and color, seedling emergence, and root system structure. The Ohio Soil Health Card can be used in ...

3. Ohio corn yields improved without major increases in nitrogen rates per unit of grain produced

   a study that included 431 nitrogen (N) trials conducted between 1976 and 2021 in Ohio. Results of the ... Nitrogen Rate, and Nitrogen Use Efficiency: 1976–2021” on Ohioline.    The factsheet is based on ... study showed a 52% increase in grain yield with no significant changes in the N rate required to maximize ...

4. Soil Health

   Health The implementation of soil health practices, such as no-till, strip-till, cover crops, and reduced ... (nrcs.usda.gov/sites/default/files/202210/Cropland_InField_Soil_Health_Assessment_Guide.pdf) Using Cover Crops to Convert to No-till (ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/SAG-11) Physical Soil Health ... fallow periods, are becoming more prevalent. In Ohio, where corn and soybeans dominate the agronomic ...

5. Ohio State rallies resources to help families during SNAP delays

   forward, Halladay says Extension’s role may expand in response to community needs. “We often act as ... “Check expiration dates and use what’s already in your pantry, fridge or freezer,” Barton said. “You may ... Assistance Program (SNAP) to put food on the table, a recent delay in benefits has cast a shadow of ...

6. Market Beef Tag-in Scheduled, 2026 Ohio State Fair Beef DNA Sample Kits Available

   will need to present their animal at market beef tag-in December 13 from 9:00 a.m. to noon in the Main ... needed. More detailed information can be found at go.osu.edu/tuscanimalsciences. The Ohio State Fair ... animal that may potentially be entered. These DNA samples must be in the possession of the Ohio State ...

7. Producers Should Plan Their Final Grazing Based On Conditions

   possible.  You just need to be aware of the potential consequences.  Short grazing in the fall can be ... I mentioned, there are a couple of decisions to make and all are related in some way to what you need for next ... as Clint will be discussing how the program can assist producers in understanding the true cost of ...

8. Chemical Soil Health

   Zn, Mn, Cu) is also essential for crop production although these nutrients are needed in small ... interactions that determine how effectively soil can support crops while protecting water quality and the ... be improved by increasing organic matter content via cover cropping, manure/compost additions, and ...

9. 4-H Chick Quest is Open!

   supplies may need returned sooner. 4-H Educator may be available to add eggs, candle eggs, and share ... Fast Facts: Reservations Being Accepted Now on the first-come, first-serve basis! Choose your ... Add Eggs May 1: Lock Down Day (Day 18!) May 3: Hatch Day Most eggs will come from local producers ...

10. Ohio Commercial Pesticide Recertification Conference- Akron- January 15, 2026

    categories are offered.  Please note room D will not be available in Akron this year. Special ... a current pesticide license,  please visit our New Applicator page. Check In:  Check-in will begin at 7:45 ... Parking:  Price TBA (You will be charged again if you leave for lunch). There is  NO PUBLIC PARKING  in the ...

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