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  1. Depreciation of Farm Drainage Tile

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/OAM-1

    Assistant Professor Agriculture is one of Ohio's largest industries. Because much of the state is ... farm equipment in the spring and fall. Improved drainage has been found to reduce water runoff, peak ...   Summary Landowners install farm drainage tile because doing so helps remove excess soil water, improve ...

  2. Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Class Set for May 4

    https://fairfield.osu.edu/events/good-agricultural-practices-gaps-class-set-may-4

    the risk of on-farm produce contamination. The topics that are covered include water quality, worker ... One registration form is requested per farm or household and pre-registration is requested by May 1, ... for certification will also be discussed. Cost for this class is $20 per household or farm operation. ...

  3. Food Preservation: Freezing Fruits

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5349

    Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension Emily Marrison, Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, ... Ohio State University Extension Freezing fruits is a simple and quick method of preservation. Freezing ... directions. To make pectin syrup, dissolve one package of powdered pectin in 1 cup water, heat to boiling, and ...

  4. Be Aware of Heat Stress

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-79011

    every two hours, and drink one liter of water every one to two hours. If possible, carry water to the ... Safety Training: Heat Stress. Columbus, OH: Ohio State University Extension, n.d. ... Small Farm and Gardening Safety and Health Series AEX-790.11 Agriculture and Natural Resources ...

  5. Food Preservation: Freezing Vegetables

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5333

    counting blanching time as soon as the water returns to a boil. Steam Blanch Place one layer of vegetables ... wash vegetables thoroughly in cold water. Drain and rinse several times. Lift vegetables from water to ... frequently, or use cold running water or ice water. Blanching is important for top-quality frozen vegetables. ...

  6. Wages and Benefits for Farm Employees 2009

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/AEDE-RP-0126-10

    Management, Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics, Ohio State University Extension Chris ... Zoller, Educator, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Ohio State University Extension Hiring and ... farm business owners, equitable compensation is critical to retaining quality employees and maintaining ...

  7. Soil Carbon Sequestration—Fundamentals

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/AEX-510

    fossil fuel emissions, it also improves quality of soil and water resources, enhances agronomic ... disturbance, conserve soil and water, improve soil structure, and enhance soil fauna activity. Continuous ... Water erosion, the major issue in Ohio, and wind erosion, as exemplified by the Dust Bowl in the Plains, ...

  8. Crop Tree Management: A Tool to Help You Achieve Your Woodland Goals

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/f-50

    attention? Ever thought about how your forest can improve the quality of water flowing through your property? ... Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences; Ohio State University Extension Ohio woodland owners have many ... for home and farm use or to provide periodic income. Most aspire to maintain or improve the health, ...

  9. Selecting, Storing, and Serving Ohio Beets

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5510

    State University. n.d. Farm to Health Series Maximize Your Nutrients From: Beets. Ohio State University, ... Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension Original reviewer 2009: Lydia Medeiros, PhD, RD, ... Specialist, Ohio State University Extension Original author 2009: Barbara A. Brahm, Educator, Family and ...

  10. Selecting, Storing, and Serving Ohio Strawberries

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5531

    Sciences, Ohio State University Extension Julie Kennel Shertzer, Program Specialist, Human Nutrition ... States. They are one of the most popular small fruits to grow in home gardens. Some varieties, if managed ... agriculture and natural resources at Ohio State University Extension, or a master gardener volunteer. ...

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