How to identify venomous caterpillars in Ohio
Learn to identify venomous and non-venomous, hairy and bristled caterpillars found in Ohio that can cause injury from coming into contact with them.
How to harvest and enjoy hazelnuts
Primetime to harvest hazelnuts in the Midwest is from the end of September into October. Learn how to correctly identify, harvest and enjoy them.
Fall cleanup: Vegetable garden checklist
Mapping out your garden, soil testing, removing plant material and covering the surface of your garden before winter will help ensure next year’s success.
How to safely can salsa
Learn how to safely can salsa by using research-tested recipes, following directions and using the right amounts of ingredients to maintain acidity.
How to determine when apples are ready to pick
Learn how to determine when your apples are ripe enough to pick based on variety, color, firmness, seed coats, smell, taste and ease of removal.
How to identify and avoid hornet and wasp nests during late summer
It’s important to be aware of large wasp and hornet nests during late summer, so you can avoid them and reduce your chances of getting stung.
How to find and harvest crabapples
Crabapples are a wild apple variety that is common and widely distributed across the Midwest. Learn how to find and harvest crabapples.
How to control foxtails in fields
Learn how to control green, yellow and giant foxtails in their hayfield.
How to donate fresh produce to a food pantry
Follow the recommended guidelines for produce donation and learn how to find a pantry near you that accepts fresh fruits and vegetables.
How to determine why your fruit tree isn’t producing fruit
There are a number of factors that contribute to inconsistent fruit production. Learn how to determine why your fruit trees may not be producing fruit.
