From News and Media Relations:
01/15/2009
Family Fundamentals: Parents, work together for sake of children (for Jan. 2009)
My daughter's father and I have never been married, but he's always been somewhat involved in her upbringing. We don't get along, though, and sometimes I wish he would just stay away. How can I get him to be more cooperative?
01/15/2009
Putnam County Extension Educator Honored for His Work
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The unique connection that a county Extension educator has with the farm family is the backbone of any state Extension organization and the driving concept behind the Ohio State University Extension Steve D. Ruhl Agriculture and Natural Resources County Extension Award.
01/15/2009
Winter Raises Cold Stress Risk
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Despite cold temperatures, the activity of winter work may fuel a false sense of protection against cold weather hazards.
01/15/2009
Vegetable Growers: Learn Tomato Grafting at Jan. 27 Workshop in Wooster
WOOSTER, Ohio — Ohio State University is offering a workshop on tomato grafting on Tuesday, Jan. 27, in Wooster, tailored to growers interested in finding out more about this technique and related research trials.
01/13/2009
Researcher: Local Government Commission Should Focus on Broad Reform
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A new statewide commission examining local government needs to focus on broad reform to have the impact state leaders are looking for, according to Ohio State University's Swank Professor of Rural-Urban Policy.
01/12/2009
Ohio Soybeans Suffer in 2008
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio's 2008 soybean crop was one of the worst for growers in several years, with yields falling below 40 bushels per acre for the first time since 2003.
01/12/2009
Raw Milk Health Threats Outweigh Alleged Benefits: Ohio State Study
WOOSTER, Ohio — Controversy over the legality of selling raw (unpasteurized) milk and dairy products and the alleged health benefits of these foods is growing. In a new peer-reviewed scientific publication, Ohio State University food safety expert Jeff LeJeune reviews the dangers of drinking raw milk and argues that, contrary to claims from advocates, there is no scientific evidence supporting the notion that raw milk cures or prevents disease.
01/12/2009
Media Advisory: OSU Extension to Host Farm Bill/Crop Insurance Program Jan. 21
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Media are invited to attend a 2008 Farm Bill and crop insurance program, sponsored by Ohio State University Extension and Farm Credit Services of America.
01/12/2009
Ohio State Researchers Develop More Accurate Measure of Cost of Foodborne Illness
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State University researchers have derived new, more accurate estimates for the cost of foodborne illness in Ohio. To do so they developed a method for more comprehensively measuring the social cost of foodborne illness that could become the standard model used nationwide.
01/09/2009
Chow Line: Weight loss efforts need determination (for 1/18/09)
I need help -- what can I do to actually keep working on my New Year's Resolution to lose weight past February this year?
01/09/2009
Ohio Maple Syrup Workshop Deadline Extended to Jan. 23
WOOSTER, Ohio — The deadline to register for “Ohio Maple Days,” an annual workshop for maple syrup producers offered in three locations during the last week in January, has been extended to Jan. 23.
01/09/2009
Nearly Half-Million Hits for Ohio MarketMaker in 2008
SANDUSKY, Ohio -- Ohio MarketMaker received over 425,000 hits on its Web site in its inaugural year in 2008, connecting buyers to local foods and allowing Ohio producers to network with businesses, restaurants and large retailers.
01/08/2009
Webcast Addresses Targeted Feed Strategies to Reduce Air Emissions for Beef, Dairy and Swine Operations
Learn about feeding strategies for beef, dairy and swine operations and the general concepts behind each strategy during a free Jan. 16 educational webcast from the Livestock and Poultry Environmental Learning Center of eXtension.
01/08/2009
Researchers Measure Long-Term Impact of Compaction
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Farmers know that agricultural equipment can cause compaction in no-till crop fields, but Ohio State University researchers have found that, depending on soil type, compaction can be severe and persist for years.
01/08/2009
OSU Extension to Offer Sheep/Goat Production School
ATHENS, Ohio -- A small ruminant production school for sheep and goat producers will be held this winter in Athens County.
01/07/2009
Media Advisory: Jan. 13 'Personal Brilliance' Workshop
On Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, reporters are invited to attend "Personal Brilliance: Developing the Habit of Innovation," sponsored by Ohio State University's Leadership Center.
01/07/2009
Ohio Aquaculture Association Meeting to Provide Latest in Aquaculture Production/Business
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio -- The latest in national aquaculture research, production and business management will be highlighted at the Ohio Aquaculture Association annual meeting, workshops and banquet.
01/07/2009
Recession-Proof Your Business at the OSU Nursery Short Course and CENTS
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Recession-proof your business at the Ohio State University Nursery Short Course and Central Environmental Nursery Trade Show Jan. 25-28 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus.
01/06/2009
OSU South Centers Offers Workshop on Business Ownership
PIKETON, Ohio -- Being one's own boss can be a rewarding experience. But poor execution and operation can quickly hinder success. Ohio State University Extension is offering a workshop on the important components of developing and running a business.
01/06/2009
Learn About Blueberry Production at OPGMA Congress
PIKETON, Ohio -- With its wide variety of uses and its anti-cancer properties, the blueberry has been growing in popularity in Ohio, with production increasing 32 percent since 1997, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Growers interested in cashing in on this small fruit crop can learn what it takes to commercially produce and sell blueberries during the Ohio Produce Growers and Marketers Association Congress.
01/06/2009
OSU Extension Offers Workshop on Managing Ohio's Beef Cattle Industry
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- For Ohio beef cattle producers riding the waves of today's tumultuous and rapidly changing cattle industry, Ohio State University Extension will offer a program series in February to aid producers in carefully managing their businesses while staying on the cutting edge of the industry.
01/06/2009
Ohio State Offers Unique Online Forum for Animal, Plant Disease Diagnostics
WOOSTER, Ohio — Ohio State University’s Center for Diagnostics Assays (CDA) has launched a first-of-its-kind Internet forum aimed at bringing together animal and plant disease diagnostics professionals in a single, convenient place to share the latest information on diagnostic issues and technologies.
01/05/2009
Smart Stuff with Twig Walkingstick: Deer Me: Where to Sleep? (for the Week of Jan. 5, 2009)
Q. Dear Twig: Where do deer sleep during winter?
