Ohio State University Extension - Seneca County

08/19/2026

The Ohio Farm Transition Network (OFTN) is hosting a series of regional, one-day professional training events designed to bring agricultural service providers together and build a more unified approach to farm transition planning.

Attorneys, accountants, lenders, financial advisors, insurance professionals, Extension educators and other agricultural professionals will gain practical insights on:

✔️ Farm transition strategies
✔️ Legal business structures
✔️ Tax considerations
✔️ Financial planning tools
✔️ A lender's perspective on transition planning

These sessions offer valuable opportunities for professional development, networking and collaboration to better serve Ohio farm families.

📍 Training Dates and Locations include:
Sept. 30, 2026 | Young's Dairy, Springfield
Oct. 1, 2026 | Bell Manor, Chillicothe
Oct. 12, 2026 | Putnam County Educational Service Center, Ottawa
Oct. 27, 2026 | Milestone Event Center, Norwalk
Oct. 29, 2026 | Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, Cambridge

Help the OFTN strengthen the future of Ohio agriculture through better transition planning and support for farm families.

Register here: https://web.cvent.com/event/59f3c557-3df1-44a9-b663-0c74383b3410/summary

08/18/2026

We had a great STEM Day learning about and doing a variety of activities revolving around insects!! Thank you to our partners for joining in on the fun today and providing programming! Seneca Conservation District Franciscan Earth Literacy Center (FELC) Seneca Parks

08/18/2026

Join us in congratulating and celebrating all of our 2026 Ohio State Fair participants!

These exhibitors have works so hard all year long to prepare their projects, care for their animals, and represent Seneca County at the Ohio State Fair. We are incredibly proud of their dedication, hard work, and accomplishments!

Congratulations to all of our state fair exhibitors. We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what you accomplish next!

08/18/2026

As we showcase our senior spotlights, we would also like to take a moment to celebrate and say farewell to the Class of 2026!

We are so proud of everything you all have accomplished and the memories you have made along the way. As you begin your next chapter in your lives, we wish you nothing but success, happiness, and exciting new opportunities.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We can't wait to see where your journey takes you!

08/17/2026

All Grade A Celebration registrations are due TODAY!

Don't forget!
Grade A Celebration registrations are due to the Extension office by Monday, August 17th. All Cloverbuds, 4-H project members who received an A, and all volunteers are FREE. Any additional meals are $10 for 9 and older and $5 for 8 and under. It is a wonderful evening filled with activities, silent auction, dinner, entertainment, awards, door prizes and more!
https://seneca.osu.edu/news/2026-grade-celebration

08/16/2026

Due TOMORROW!

Don't forget!
Grade A Celebration registrations are due to the Extension office by Monday, August 17th. All Cloverbuds, 4-H project members who received an A, and all volunteers are FREE. Any additional meals are $10 for 9 and older and $5 for 8 and under. It is a wonderful evening filled with activities, silent auction, dinner, entertainment, awards, door prizes and more!
https://seneca.osu.edu/news/2026-grade-celebration

08/13/2026

Don't forget!
Grade A Celebration registrations are due to the Extension office by Monday, August 17th. All Cloverbuds, 4-H project members who received an A, and all volunteers are FREE. Any additional meals are $10 for 9 and older and $5 for 8 and under. It is a wonderful evening filled with activities, silent auction, dinner, entertainment, awards, door prizes and more!
https://seneca.osu.edu/news/2026-grade-celebration

08/12/2026

All registrations are due TODAY!

Be sure to register by August 12th for our STEM Day at Franciscan Earth Literacy Center by scanning the QR code below!

08/11/2026

Ignite by 4-H National Summit
Wednesday, March 17h - Sunday, March 21th in Washington D.C

Ignite by 4-H is a national summit designed to bring high school youth (between 14-18) together from across the country and give them the opportunity to explore the best 4-H has to offer in different tracks including Agriscience, Animal Science, Community Accelerators, Healthy Living and STEM. In 2027, Ignite by 4-H returns for youth to attend in-person in Washington D. C. during March 17-21, 2027. For more information, please visit go.osu.edu/4hIgniteOhio

Who: High School Aged Teens (14-18) interested in Agriscience, Animal Science, Community Accelerators, Healthy Living, or STEM
Where: Washington, DC (Washington Hilton – 1919 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC)
When: Wednesday, March 17th - Sunday, March 21st, 2027
Application: Apply online at go.osu.edu/4Hignite by September 15th at 8:59pm
Cost: Selected delegates will have summit registration and travel expenses covered