LONDON, Ohio–More than 108,000 attendees made the trip to the Molly Caren Agricultural Center this week for the 62nd annual Farm Science Review, presented by The Ohio State University College Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), bringing together tens of thousands of farmers and exhibitors from the region who are experiencing one of the worst droughts in recent history.
The weather, farm safety and stress, and new products and innovations were topics of interest over the course of the three-day event.
Highlights from the show included:
Aaron Wilson, state climatologist and field specialist with Ohio State University Extension, gave several expert presentations on “Cultivating Resilience: Are You Prepared for Extreme Weather?” during the...
The Ohio State University’s 62nd Farm Science Review is underway this week. The three-day event highlights the deep connections between the university and the state’s agriculture community.
The annual show, presented by the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES), attracts over 100,000 visitors from across the United States and Canada and over 7,000 youth attendees from over 200 schools. The annual event is held at the university’s 2,100-acre Molly Caren Agricultural Center near London, Ohio.
Ohio State President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr., attending his first review since joining the university in January, spoke at the opening ceremony. Carter said the university’s leadership, innovation and outreach is...
COLUMBUS, Ohio–The Ohio Agricultural Mental Health Alliance is releasing the results of a survey created to ensure Ohio’s farmers, families, and communities are better equipped to deal with stress.
Anonymously, members of the farming community answered a series of questions related to mental health and agriculture that garnered information related to demographics, farm-related stressors, mental health and well-being, loneliness and social support, and knowledge of and access/barriers to mental health support services. More than 600 people accessed the survey, with 80 Ohio counties having at least one respondent.
Key highlights collected from the survey data show:
The most common stressors that caused moderate to severe stress were the cost of farm inputs,...
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As Ohio grapples with its most extreme drought in years, farmers are facing an alarming rise in the risk of combine fires, experts from The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) warn. The record drought, which has left 95% of the state experiencing abnormal dryness or worse, is exacerbating conditions that can easily ignite fires in dry fields.
The issue is especially significant this year as harvest activities are starting two to three weeks early this year due to record dry conditions, said Aaron Wilson, state climatologist and field specialist with Ohio State University Extension. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of CFAES.
“The forecast for the next week to two weeks shows few signs of significant...
COLUMBUS, Ohio—The Dean’s Charity Steer Show has once again surpassed its fundraising goals, raising an impressive $231,470 for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Central Ohio.
Held on July 30 at the Ohio State Fair’s Voinovich Livestock & Trade Center, the event focuses on youth who benefit from the Ronald McDonald House, as well as 4-H youth who provide their expertise and cattle for the event. 4-H is the youth development program of The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) through Ohio State University Extension. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of CFAES.
Dee Anders, CEO and Executive Director of the Columbus RMHC chapter, expressed her gratitude saying, “The Dean’s Charity Steer...
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The 14th annual Cultivating a Cure event exceeded previous records for this event, raising $156,485 to support cancer treatment and prevention research. Nearly 350 attendees gathered at Hirsch Fruit Farm in Ross County to contribute to this cause, benefiting The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) and The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES).
Established in 2011 by the Porteus family, Cultivating a Cure was founded to honor their passion for cancer research and prevention while also remembering those who have fought and continue to fight cancer. Over the years, the event has raised more than $1.3...
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) is intensifying its efforts to support farmers after the U.S. Department of Agriculture declared 23 Ohio counties as natural disaster areas this week due to severe drought. This federal designation enables farmers to access emergency loans and other federal aid programs.
Drought conditions that began in Ohio in mid-June have worsened throughout the summer. The majority of Ohio is now grappling with drought conditions that are wreaking havoc on local agriculture.
The recent stretch of hot temperatures combined with scant rainfall has resulted in at least 95% of the state affected by abnormal dryness or worse, with 31% in severe drought, 22% in extreme drought, and 7% in...
LONDON, Ohio – New drainage water management technology and the use of artificial intelligence in agriculture are among the innovative agricultural technology solutions and cutting-edge research on display at this year’s Farm Science Review, presented by The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES).
Five innovative research projects that were funded through the AgTech Innovation Hub, a multimillion-dollar collaboration between CFAES, Nationwide, and Ohio Farm Bureau, will be shown during the 62nd annual farm show, which takes place Sept. 17-19 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London, Ohio.
The Hub aims to encourage the development of new solutions that will help the agricultural ecosystem while...
LONDON, Ohio — Ohio farmers facing a challenging 2024 growing season will have the opportunity to get their pressing questions answered at this year’s Farm Science Review, presented by The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Whether it’s dealing with weather extremes, understanding the impact of artificial intelligence on agriculture, or creating strategies for lean times ahead, the event looks to address the top concerns of the farming and agricultural community.
Faculty and staff from CFAES will tackle these issues and more during the 62nd annual farm show, which takes place Sept. 17-19 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London, Ohio.
“The 2024 growing season has been particularly stressful...
The Ohio State University has been awarded $26 million in federal funding to jumpstart natural rubber production in the United States and enhance workforce development to fuel the new domestic industry.
The U.S. National Science Foundation announced funding today (Aug. 21, 2024) for the creation of the “Transformation of American Rubber through Domestic Innovation for Supply Security” (TARDISS) Engineering Research Center (ERC). The first round of funding will last for five years, with the ability to renew for another $26 million for five additional years.
“Our ongoing priority is to support the people, communities and businesses in Ohio by leveraging the expertise and research of our outstanding faculty and students through these partnerships,...
