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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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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!
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Feb. 04, 2026
Who needs a fertilizer certification? Fertilizer certification is required if you apply fertilizer (other than manure) to more than 50 acres used for agricultural production grown primarily for sale. If you have the co-op or other custom applicator make your fertilizer applications, you do not need the certification.
Certification training focuses on nutrient stewardship:
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Jan. 02, 2026
Start a New 4-H Club in 2026!
Have you ever thought about starting your own 4-H club? With the New Year right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start something new!
Holmes County 4-H is growing, and we are looking for dedicated volunteers, current or brand new, who are eager to support youth, have time to give, and are willing to be trained. Starting a club is a rewarding way to make a lasting impact while helping young people build leadership, friendship, and lifeskills to last a lifetime.
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Jan. 02, 2026
Join us to learn management and marketing strategies to help you improve cull cow condition, reduce discounts, and maximize the value of your herd's cull animals. Registration is required for the FREE event. Please call 330-674-3015 to register.
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Dec. 02, 2025
The Ohio State University will be closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1 for the holidays and its winter academic recess. All state and county Extension offices will be closed during this time. We look forward to connecting with you after the new year.
