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  1. Farm Science Review. Photo: CFAES

    Ask the Experts pressing farm questions at Farm Science Review

    LONDON, Ohio–Whether it’s learning how to deal with the effects of the weather extremes farmers have faced this year, understanding the complexities of the U.S. Farm Bill and its impact on agriculture, or dealing with questions on farm insurance or getting your farm ready for your death, Ohio farmers likely have a lot of questions as this year amidst the challenging 2023 growing season. Faculty and staff from The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), will answer those questions and address some of the top farm management and veterinary medicine challenges facing Ohio farmers in 2023 and in the upcoming year, during this year’s Farm Science Review. Sponsored by CFAES, the 61st annual farm trade show takes place...
  2. 4-H professionals who completed the Mike Rowe work ethic training.

    Ohio 4-H Pathways to the Future focuses on work ethic certification

    Ohio 4-H youth development will be one of the first 4-H programs in the nation to offer high school students a work ethic certification. Designed by Mike Rowe, best known as the host of television’s Dirty Jobs, the work ethic curriculum will be offered under the Ohio 4-H Pathways to the Future initiative. Ohio high schoolers will have the opportunity to learn about the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, and a positive attitude when it comes to future employment. “In 2008, Mike Rowe saw a need to connect with a skilled workforce and offer youth the opportunity to engage with the demand for a career in the trades,” said Margo Overholt-Seckel, program manager, Ohio 4-H Workforce Development and Pathways. “His foundation...
  3. Nick Zachrich, FSR manager, and Matt Sullivan, superintendent of the Molly Caren Agricultural Center, inducted John K. Victor, Kevin King and Ben Overholser

    Farm Science Review Hall of Fame 2023 Inductees Honored

    LONDON, Ohio (July 13, 2023) - Farm Science Review inducted three individuals who have supported the show in numerous capacities into its Hall of Fame Wednesday night at its annual recognition banquet. Kevin King, Ben Overholser and John K. Victor were recognized as the 2023 honorees. Kevin King, of Westerville, Ohio Kevin King got his start with Farm Science Review in his early years as a student in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. “In the spring of 1978, I started working for Farm Science Review as a student employee out at Don Scott Airfield when the show was out there,” said King. Being a student worker for FSR was just the beginning for King, “I continued working there through college and then had the opportunity to move into...
  4. New Exhibitors Join Line-Up for 2023 Farm Science Review

    LONDON, Ohio (Aug. 16, 2023) - More than 50 companies will join the ranks as exhibitors for the 61st Farm Science Review Sept. 19-21 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center. The new exhibitors represent various sectors in the agriculture industry including livestock handling, equipment advancements, agronomic technology, agricultural policy and more. “We are witnessing a new wave of technology in agriculture and are looking forward to the advancements our new exhibitors are bringing to the show,” said Nick Zachrich, Farm Science Review manager. “We continue to be a farm show that has something for everybody and that is thanks to the number of exhibitors that show up year-after-year.” A few of the new exhibitors joining the line-up at this year’s show...
  5. Logan Minter

    Minter named as Field Specialist, Specialty Crops Production Systems at Ohio State

    Columbus, Ohio–Logan Minter has been hired as field specialist, specialty crops production systems, for Ohio State University Extension in The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Minter, who previously worked as an associate professor of biology at Shawnee State University, began his new position August 1, said Jacqueline Kirby Wilkins, associate dean and director, OSU Extension. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of CFAES. “In this new role, Logan will provide overall leadership for a comprehensive outreach, applied research, and teaching agenda for Extension’s statewide agriculture and natural resources program,” Wilkins said. “Logan’s work with specialty crops will be relevant to Extension...
  6. Best steer Mook and the McSteering All Together team.

    Agricultural community steps up big for Ronald McDonald House at Dean’s Charity Steer Show

    COLUMBUS—Final donations have been tallied and once again, goals were exceeded as $172,709 was raised by the Dean’s Charity Steer Show for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Central Ohio. Held August 1 at the Ohio State Fair’s Voinovich Livestock & Trade Center, the show supported Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio while bringing people together to celebrate communities, agriculture, and children.  The event is focused on youth who benefit from the Ronald McDonald House, as well as the 4-H youth who provide their expertise and steers for the event. 4-H is the youth development program of The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) through OSU Extension. “The Dean’s Charity...
  7. Asmita Murumkar

    Murumkar named as Field Specialist, Ecosystems Services at Ohio State

    Columbus, OHIO–Asmita Murumkar has been hired as field specialist, ecosystem services for Ohio State University Extension in The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Murumkar, who previously served as a research scientist in the CFAES Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering (FABE), began her new position July 1, said Jacqueline Kirby Wilkins, associate dean and director, OSU Extension. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of CFAES. “In this important position, Asmita will provide vital leadership for a comprehensive applied ecosystems services program with an emphasis on carbon research and Extension outreach for agriculture and natural resources in Ohio,” Wilkins said. Murumkar will work with...
  8. Photo of Best Steer and winning team from 2022 Steer Show.

    Open your hearts and wallets at the Ohio State Fair to help Ronald McDonald House

    COLUMBUS—In one week, the Dean’s Charity Steer Show will be held at the Ohio State Fair to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Central Ohio. Don’t miss the opportunity to cheer on your favorite team and support a cause that helps families stay near to their hospitalized child with serious illness. The annual event, hosted by The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), will be held Tuesday, Aug. 1, at 2 p.m. in the Voinovich Livestock & Trade Center on the Ohio Expo Center and State Fair grounds. “This exciting event brings together our community to celebrate agriculture and children, both for our 4-H youth as well as children benefiting from the Ronald McDonald House,” said Cathann A....
  9. Photo: CFAES

    Ohio State receives $2.5 million to improve nutrition and physical activity

    COLUMBUS, Ohio—The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) has received a $2.5 million award from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to fund a project that will focus on improving nutrition and physical activity, and will address health disparities related to poor nutrition, physical activity, and obesity. The grant will fund the High Obesity Program (HOP), which, in Ohio, will be led by Ohio State University Extension, the outreach arm of CFAES. The five-year program will focus on rural communities, where 40% or more of adults have obesity, said Carol Smathers, a CFAES associate professor and field specialist in youth nutrition and wellness for OSU Extension. “The issue is significant considering that...
  10. Planting the Seeds for Success at Farm Science Review 2023

    LONDON, Ohio (May 30, 2023) - Planting season is underway across Ohio and the midwest, and the Farm Science Review staff is hard at work preparing for this year’s show. The annual farm show is set to take place Sept. 19-21 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center, and the seeds to a successful FSR have been planted, literally, this spring. “We dedicate 500 of our acres at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center to field demonstrations that take place during Farm Science Review,” said Zachrich. “We are on track for this year’s harvest demonstrations thanks to the optimal weather that has allowed us to plant in a timely manner.” The well-known FSR field demonstrations are unique to this three-day event. “We take a lot of pride in offering our...

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