CFAES Impact: November/December 2024

  1. Unlock the outlook of agriculture

    Wondering what’s ahead for the next U.S. Farm Bill? What about consumer trends in retail shopping or foods? Thinking about U.S. trade policy and the prospects for agricultural trade? Get answers from agricultural economists at the annual Agricultural Outlook and Policy Conference.

  2. Building resilience: Supporting mental health in Ohio's farming community

    The mental health of Ohio’s farmers is increasingly critical, especially as external pressures — such as unpredictable weather — intensify the demands of their work. Bridget Britton, an OSU Extension behavioral health program specialist, underscores the urgency of recognizing and addressing these challenges. OSU Extension plays a vital role in this mission.

  3. AgTech Innovation Hub fuels cutting-edge solutions for agriculture's toughest challenges

    Imagine using drones to detect safety hazards in greenhouses or tap into new technology to manage drought. These are just some of the groundbreaking outcomes of five research projects recently completed through the AgTech Innovation Hub.

  4. Slow-moving vehicle emblem: A landmark in agricultural safety

    As farmers across Ohio prepare for the transition from harvest to winter and ultimately spring planting, the familiar, triangular slow-moving vehicle (SMV) emblem remains an essential tool for ensuring farm safety. CFAES experts highlight that the SMV emblem, now a global icon, was created on Ohio State's campus. 

  5. Breathe easier in grain bins

    With many grain bins full of stored grain this time of year, CFAES safety experts are reminding farmers to be aware of safety precautions. Grain dust particles can lodge in your lungs when inhaled, potentially causing asthma, COPD, and other respiratory issues.

  6. Students tackle skid loader solution

    Ohio farmers are on average 57.8 years old. And with aging comes agility issues. CFAES Professor Dee Jepsen, state safety leader for OSU Extension and Ohio AgrAbility program director, advises a senior capstone design course in which engineering students try to solve real-life challenges.

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