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CFAES grad’s research sheds light on farm succession planning
CFAES is known for cultivating future agricultural leaders. Among them is Ryanna Tietje, a 2024 graduate whose undergraduate research has provided pivotal insights into the critical issue of farm succession planning. Guided by Margaret Jodlowski, an assis ...
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Agricultural land lost to development
https://cfaes.osu.edu/newsletter/cfaes-impact/july-august-2024/agricultural-land-lost-development
When it comes to Ohio farmland, the three metropolitan areas of Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, not surprisingly, lead the way in land loss. A new report by CFAES takes a deep dive into the decline of Ohio farmland between the 20-year period of 2002 ...
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CFAES soil science experts advancing Ohio’s farm taxation through CAUV
At the heart of Ohio’s agricultural valuation lies a list of soil types, a key factor in determining the Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) for farmland. This list, crafted by CFAES scientists working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural ...
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July/August 2024
https://cfaes.osu.edu/newsletter/cfaes-impact/july-august-2024
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Lep Monitoring Network – Corn Earworm Update # 11
Here at the Lep Network, we have concluded our eleventh week of monitoring for Ohio pests and are on our second week of western bean cutworm moth reports and our fourth week of corn earworm! This past week, Wood County saw the highest average of WBC moths ...
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Battle for the Belt: Season 2 Episode 14 – July Weather Update
Episode 14 of Battle for the Belt is now available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9spGf3GBY0 In Episode 14, we get a weather update from Dr. Aaron Wilson, Ag Weather and Climate Field Specialist. Please see his article called “Weather Extremes Abound” ...
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Slug Monitoring Report – Update #6
https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2024-21/slug-monitoring-report-%E2%80%93-update-6
As we near the end of our slug monitoring project in many counties (monitoring for 6 weeks after plant), we continue to observe warm temperatures, and as a result slug numbers remain low under the shingle traps. Low numbers don’t necessarily mean slugs ar ...
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Nutrient Value of Wheat Straw
https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2024-21/nutrient-value-wheat-straw
Before removing straw from the field, it is important for farmers to understand the nutrient value. The nutrient value of wheat straw is influenced by several factors including weather, variety, and cultural practices. Thus, the most accurate values requi ...
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Regional Updates: June 25 – July 1, 2024
Heavy rainfall in the northwest and northeast corners of the state paused wheat harvest and 2 nd cutting hay, but the southern half of Ohio remains very dry as we head into the week. Hot issues this week include weed escapes and weather stress. Keep readi ...
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Early Reports of Tar Spot in Indiana and Michigan – What to Scout for
Tar spot has been found in Indiana, Michigan, and other parts of the Midwest already this growing season, so what does this mean for Ohio growers? Now is the time though to monitor fields and make informed management decisions. Corn planting dates were hi ...