Ohio State - Fayette County Extension

10/09/2026

OSU Extension has openings in Madison and Franklin counties!
Job descriptions and information on submitting applications are in the postings below.

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09/29/2026

University of Minnesota and Ohio State University Extension to Host Sheep and Goat Nutrition Webinar on October 14

University of Minnesota Extension and The Ohio State University Extension have partnered with Purina Animal Nutrition to provide a sheep and goat nutrition focused webinar. The webinar begins at 7:00 p.m. CDT on October 14.

“Fall is an important time to manage our ewes and does as grazing opportunities diminish for most producers,” says Dr. Travis Hoffman, The Ohio State University Extension small ruminant field specialist. “Our forage supply may be in question this year, and supplements or alternative feeds may need to be evaluated for pregnant females prior to lambing/kidding.”

Dr. Patrick Gunn, serves as Senior Nutritionist, R&D, and Technical Solutions for Purina Animal Health, will be leading the discussion evaluating how we can strive to manage our small ruminant females as pregnancy progresses through the fall season. Subpar precipitation across a majority of America makes nutrition a key component of fall management planning for ewes and does.

“Our next year’s lamb and kid crop starts with prenatal development, and preparing our operation for future success,” says Hoffman.

Registration is required and is available at: z.umn.edu/GSNutrition

The zoom link will be emailed immediately after registration, and registrants will receive the webinar recording afterward. For more information, contact Brenda Miller at [email protected] or Hoffman at [email protected]

Source: Travis Hoffman, 614-292-0837, [email protected]

09/24/2026

In case you missed the email!
Camp Counselor Applications are OPEN
Applications DUE September 26 @11:59 pm.
Applications are completed and submitted all online.
Open to current Freshman and you must be 14 by the start of 4-H Camp. Must be a 4-H member in 2027.
FULL DETAILS in application.
go.osu.edu/campcounselor27

09/14/2026

2026-2027 Blast Off!
Three parent education series: parenting children birth-five; Parenting five- to twelve-year-olds; and parenting teens.

09/10/2026

🟣Looking forward to this year's 'A Light In The Dark Glow Walk'!

👉Visit us THIS Saturday, September 12 at Miami Trace Local School District's Tony's Welding & Fabrication Stadium.
Gates open at 6:30 pm with the program planned to start at 7:30 pm.

08/18/2026

Southwest Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Agronomy Field Day is TODAY!

Join us at the Fayette County Airport from 9 am to 2 pm.
🟢Agronomy Speakers, Exhibitors (Large Equipment and tabletop) and Precision Planting Field Demonstrations
🟢Admission is FREE
🟢Complimentary breakfast sandwiches and lunch
🟢Health screenings and Dermascans
🟢Networking and visiting with friends and neighbors

Our office will be closed today so that staff can be on hand for this event. Please call and leave a message at 740-335-1150 anytime.

08/17/2026

Mark your calendars to join us at the 2026 Southwest Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Agronomy Field Day on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

Who should attend:
📌Any one interested in the future of Ohio agriculture! Farmers, land owners, agribusiness professionals, agriculture enthusiasts

What to expect:
📣Educational programming on current agronomic issues, farm management strategies, emerging opportunities for corn growers and farm succession planning
👥Opportunities for networking with industry leaders and visiting friends and neighbors in attendance
👩‍⚕️Health and wellness services including health screenings with Adena Health, Dermascans, tetanus vaccinations by Fayette County Public Health-OHIO and lung cancer screenings
ℹ Many returning and new exhibitors

🍽️Complimentary Breakfast and Lunch provided to attendees

For more information, scan the QR code on the flyer below or call our office at 740-335-1150.

08/13/2026

Thank you to our friends at Fayette County Public Health-OHIO for inviting Sarah to your office to offer free testing for pressure canning. Accurate pressure is essential for preventing botulism and ensuring safe home canned goods.

Haven't gotten your canner tested this year? There is still one more chance to see Sarah and her tester. She will be at the Fayette County Family YMCA - Ohio next week.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
10:30 - 11:30 am

Please bring your pressure canner lid and any replacement parts you already have.

A big thank you to Sarah Sowell, educator with Ohio State - Fayette County Extension, for joining us today at Fayette County Public Health for Pressure Canner Testing Day!

Sarah helped community members make sure their pressure canners are working properly and ready for safe home canning. Accurate pressure is important for preventing foodborne illness and keeping those garden goodies safe to enjoy later.

Missed her today? You have another chance! Sarah will be at the Fayette County Family YMCA - Ohio next Tuesday, August 18, for another pressure canner testing opportunity. Details are in the comments.

We appreciate our partnership with OSU Extension and Sarah for sharing her time and expertise with our community!