Ohio State University Extension - Stark County 4H

09/03/2026

We name a new People's Choice winner every day of the Stark County Fair! Stop by the 4-H building to vote for your favorite!

09/02/2026

Now Hiring-OSU-Columbiana County 4-H Educator!

08/30/2026

American Youth Horse Council Announces 2026 Virtual Equine College Fair
National online event connects prospective students with colleges, universities, and trade schools offering equine and agriculture-related educational opportunities.

The American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) is pleased to announce the 2026 Virtual Equine College Fair, to be held on September 18, 2026. The free online event will connect prospective students and their families with colleges, universities, trade schools, and educational programs from across the United States that offer equine, animal science, agricultural, and related fields of study.
Designed for high school students in grades 9–12, the Virtual Equine College Fair provides a convenient opportunity to explore post-secondary educational options without the expense of travel. Parents, guardians, school counselors, agricultural educators, Extension professionals, and youth advisors are also encouraged to participate and assist students as they begin planning for their future.
Participants will have the opportunity to visit virtual exhibitor booths, interact with admissions representatives, access downloadable resources, attend live presentations, and ask questions about academic programs, admissions requirements, scholarships, financial aid, campus life, internships, and career opportunities.
Educational programs represented may include:
• Equine Science and Management
• Animal Science
• Pre-Veterinary and Veterinary Medicine
• Agribusiness
• Agricultural Communications
• Agricultural Education
• Equine Business and Marketing
• Equine Dentistry
• Farrier Science

08/28/2026

NEW FOR OHIO 4-H!

Ohio 4-H is excited to introduce the Chicken & Turkey Barbecue Contest for senior 4-H members ages 14–18!

📅 October 3, 2026

For our first year, participants will take part in a workshop in the morning and a mock contest in the afternoon to learn the National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference contest format, understand scoring and expectations, improve food preparation techniques, and put their skills to the test.

🏆 Represent Ohio at Nationals!
Following the 2026 program, one Chicken BBQ participant and one Turkey BBQ participant will be selected to represent Ohio at the National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference!
National Contest Dates: November 18-19, 2026

The day will include:
- Contest overview and barbecue demonstration
- Mock Chicken & Turkey BBQ Contest
- Judges discussion and feedback
- Winner announcement
Register here:
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_56i4so0G5ljCJT0__;!!KGKeukY!yrGsK3dNb7wszoggBweg3HAtLQuMUv9mdZLO7klCPVznynuMhpTa5X4ucmSD2E4WuMVlhOluIVvCSqOLOxYrUuYFnpKaOYicWLU$
To Learn more about the contest and national rules:
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://ohio4h.org/chicken-and-turkey-barbecue-contest__;!!KGKeukY!yrGsK3dNb7wszoggBweg3HAtLQuMUv9mdZLO7klCPVznynuMhpTa5X4ucmSD2E4WuMVlhOluIVvCSqOLOxYrUuYFnpKa4MaoPXQ$

08/28/2026

Please join Women in Ag on September 2, 2026 via zoom for their Food Preservation: Freezing & Dehydrating.
https://osu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AHIeEenHSmyDqqFfGlyUcA #/registration

08/28/2026

08/25/2026

Please join Central State on Friday, August 28th from 9am-noon for their 2026 Open House and farm Showcase!

08/25/2026

Grab you pressure canner lid and plan on stopping into the Stark Extension Office to get a free Canner testing done! Thursday, August 27 from 10am-1pm. If you have any questions, give Holly Bandy a call at 234-348-6299.