OSU Extension Cuyahoga County

Join the Master Gardener Volunteers of Cuyahoga County for Fall Seminar

*Open to the Public - Come learn with us!

This all-day seminar will cover everything from tree pathogens and gardening with continuous color to the birds of prey in Ohio skies. We will also cover safe and effective use of herbicides, get an update on TICKS in Ohio, and much more!

When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 / 8:15 am - 3:30 pm
Where: Educational Service Center / 6393 Oak Tree Blvd. / Independence, OH (near I-77 & Rockside Road)
Keynote: Enrico Bonello, OSU Professor of Plant Pathology, will discuss why forest pathogens and insect invaders kill our trees.
Cost: $65.00 - includes lunch

*Follow this link to learn more:

https://cuyahogamg.org/fs/

*Follow this link to register:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fadj3qx?mode=preview&source_id=87e4dc6d-ec73-4c00-baa5-90727a92891c&source_type=em&c=

Join us in celebrating National Farmers Market Week. Find one near you! https://ohioproud.org/farm-markets-all/farmers-market-search/find-a-farmers-market/ #!directory/map

Farmers markets throughout Ohio play an important role in the nation's food system — from increasing access to nutritious food to stimulating local economies.

As we celebrate National Farmers Market Week, we are grateful to the Ohio producers and consumers who support these markets. Feel free to drop a comment below with the name of your favorite market to frequent.

Learn more about farmers market from our Live Health Live Well team: https://u.osu.edu/livehealthyosu/2026/08/04/fresh-flavor-starts-here-national-farmers-market-week/

Join our team! https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/OSUCareers/job/Extension-Educator--Urban-Agriculture---Natural-Resources-Community-Development---Cuyahoga-County_R155977-1

https://producesafety.osu.edu/news/cyclospora-outbreak-what-growers-and-consumers-need-know

Cyclospora Outbreak - What Growers and Consumers Need to Know As of mid-Jun 2026, we have been experiencing an unusually large outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. Cases have been reported across multiple states, with particularly high numbers in Ohio and neighboring Michigan. Health...

https://cfaes.osu.edu/report/cyclosporiasis-outbreak
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite. People can become infected by consuming food or water that contains the parasite. Cyclosporiasis is not usually life-threatening. However, dehydration from frequent bouts of diarrhea can cause severe illness, particularly among young children or older people and those who have weakened immune systems.

The college has developed a resource page on the Knowledge Hub with more information and several links to additional resources

Report Cyclosporiasis outbreak | College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences

Youth participating in the National Youth Sports Program at Case Western Reserve University launching stomp rockets as part of the "4-H Rockets to the Rescue" activity.

Interested in food preservation? Check out this series!

Food preservation season is officially here, and our professionals are hosting a series of educational workshops that focus on various food preservation methods.

June 23 | Water Bath Canning
July 7 | Pressure Canning
July 21 | Freezing
July 28 | Drying
Aug. 11 | Making and Preserving Juice

All workshops are virtual (12-12:30 p.m.). Register at the link in the comments or below to sign up:

https://osu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BeOcUNz7QPqmKElslRdO8A?fbclid=IwY2xjawSg_6BleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFDcm9vZE9nNThYWFV1MXdFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlMx3qrkTbSoKcL3fA0RQptNKqJJ_VjNUYFoLuuguBsPWF9sgv4dTkS5SsVF_aem__X1UiDbtKWHqYMF4XCa9uw #/registration

**If you're unable to make the live session, but want the information—please register for the sessions and a workshop recording will be emailed to you.**