This training program provides an overview of pesticide safety information. Everyone attending the morning session will receive documentation that they have met the requirements of Trained Serviceperson training. The afternoon sessions will review Ornamental Weed Control (Category 6c). Attendees will then choose between Industrial Vegetation (Category 5) and Turf (Category 8) for the final afternoon session.

Project and collaborating personnel: Casey Hoy, Agroecosystems Management Program and Initiative for Food and Agricultural Transformation Suranga Basnagala, Agroecosystems Management Program John Nebesky, Entomology Steve Culman, School of Environment and Natural Resources Allen Klaiber, Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics David Barker, Horticulture and Crop Science Subbu Kumarappan, Ohio State ATI

Tour featuring stops at four northeastern Ohio composting facilities, plus details and discussion from CFAES and industry experts.

With the abundance of tomato varieties, choosing one to grow can be daunting. We will listen to an expert speaker on growing fabulous tomatoes and a diverse selection of colors, flavors, and use will be presented for your culinary delight.

Are you a current or incoming graduate student looking for a supportive community during this stage in your academic career? The CFAES and EEOB Graduate Student Support Group* serves as a safe and confidential network to help graduate students manage the challenges that arise during this exciting, but stressful chapter in their lives. Support group meetings occur once every other week will cover topics such as:

Workplace stress and tension are rising, which manifests as rudeness and inappropriate behavior.   

What major trends and issues will affect leadership in the next 3-5 years? How can we look ahead to take actions now that help us create a better tomorrow? We analyze trends and issues facing society and present them in interactive workshops. Primary focus areas include trends in technology, demographics, economy,, and other relevant fields. Examples include: Artificial intelligence Machine learning The changing demography of the US Makers Climate changes After attending this session leaders will be able to:

"Success in life, in anything, depends upon the number of persons that one can make himself agreeable to.” -Thomas Carlyle Working relationships are improved when you know and understand your personality style. Why? Because it helps you understand your behavior and why you act the way you do. When you can figure out what makes people tick and what ticks them off, you can create strategies for improving your relationships with them.

Are you a current or incoming graduate student looking for a supportive community during this stage in your academic career? The CFAES and EEOB Graduate Student Support Group* serves as a safe and confidential network to help graduate students manage the challenges that arise during this exciting, but stressful chapter in their lives. Support group meetings occur once every other week will cover topics such as: