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Apr. 13, 2026
New 2026 Holmes County Plat Book
OSU Extension Holmes County, with Mapping Solutions, has announced the release of the recently published Holmes County Plat Book.
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Jun. 26, 2026
Emergencies can be stressful—but preparation builds confidence. This one-hour educational program provides an overview of recommended supplies for an on-farm veterinary emergency box, including wound care basics, vital sign monitoring, restraint and safety considerations, and critical documentation to keep accessible. Participants will learn what veterinarians need during an emergency call and how proper preparation supports animal welfare and strengthens the Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR).
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Jun. 17, 2026
Know what you are feeding! Ohio State University Extension is again offering reduced cost hay analysis. In recent years making quality first cutting hay has been
a challenge with forages often not meeting the needs of livestock, thus requiring supplementation. This reduced cost testing is provided by the Extension eBarns program and Small Ruminant Research lab.
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Jun. 17, 2026
FREE canner testing events in the month of June. Don't miss this opportunity to safely preserve the harvest!
Can't make it to one of these events? We also offer testing at the office, by appointment, for a fee of $5/unit. Call 330-674-3015 to schedule.
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May. 28, 2026
Join the fun this summer in the kitchen! Each day features one main dish, one side dish, and one sweet dish prepared by participants.
This hands-on cooking program, open to youth ages 8-12, is designed to teach recipe reading, cooking skills, kitchen safety, and proper cleanup.
Dates:
June 10-12, 2026
or
June 16-18, 2026 (FULL)
Registration Form
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May. 11, 2026
Ticks are more than a nuisance—they pose real health risks to people and animals. This free, hands-on program will cover how to identify tick habitat, perform your own tick surveys using drag methods, and reduce tick exposure on farms, pastures, and around the home. Participants will also learn best practices for protecting themselves and their livestock, and hear insights from a tick research expert Dr. Tim McDermott DVM and Troy Koser on local species and disease concerns.
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May. 10, 2026
The following Quality Assurance options are available in 2026:
Tuesday, February 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Expo Building @ Harvest Ridge
Wednesday, April 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Expo Building @ Harvest Ridge
Tuesday, April 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Expo Building @ Harvest Ridge
Monday, May 18, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Expo Building @ Harvest Ridge
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Apr. 17, 2026
Position is located in Holmes County, Millersburg, OH. This position will serve as support for the Holmes Co Extension Staff, including 4-H Youth Development, Family & Consumer Sciences, and Agriculture & Natural Resources.
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Apr. 10, 2026
Our Holmes County Sheep, Rabbit, Goat, and Dairy Committees are excited to announce an essay giveaway contest! These giveaways are open to all 1st-year project participants, not just 1st-year 4-Hers. To enter, applicants must submit a short essay describing themselves and how they plan to care for the project animal (including housing, feeding, showing, and selling).
All Essays must be submitted to the OSU Extension office by April 15 at 4:30 pm.
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Mar. 27, 2026
Life is crazy and every day is different. Having a few go-to recipes for picnics, last minute meals, celebrations, and everyday can make it easier.
Join Kate Shumaker as she shares recipes that just might become part of your next menu. From picnic salads and desserts to freezer and pantry meals. Kate cooks - you watch and try everything.
Bring your friends and make it a night out!
