Madison County Extension OSU

09/07/2026

Our office is closed today, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen tomorrow at 8 AM.

09/04/2026

As wildflower season comes to a close, we get one last sunny show of coneflowers, coreopsis, and ox-eye sunflowers. Get outside and enjoy the view (although maybe wait for the heat advisory to end!).

Discover more Ohio wildflowers:https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/ohiodnr.gov/documents/wildlife/backyard-wildlife/Pub_5553_-_Summer_Wildflowers_of_Ohio_R1225-WEB.pdf

09/03/2026

Weekly Update

09/03/2026

September is the ideal month to establish turfgrass from seed in Ohio. If a lawn refresh is on your fall to-do list, check out this video series from the Ohio State Turfgrass Science Team to learn best practices for renovating your lawn: https://youtu.be/vdzDs76_P2A?si=iD5GxNXbDyuoILzm

There are written resources as well: https://buckeyeturf.osu.edu/turfgrass-establishment-series

Dr Zane Raudenbush gives us insight into the initial steps of plann...

09/02/2026

Do you rescue honeybees? If so, let us know! We're developing a swarm list for Madison County.

Send an email to [email protected] with your name and contact information to be included. Please specify if you handle swarms only or if you can do cutouts as well.

09/02/2026

The Farm Science Review Agronomy College is only a week away! Register now to reserve your spot.

09/01/2026

Don't forget: you can purchase Farm Science Review tickets at our office! Stop by to grab your tickets for the pre-show price of only $10.

As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, FSR will help launch America 250-Ohio’s October theme, “Ohio Grows: Food & Farms.”

Join us as at as we connect agriculture’s history with the people, research and innovation shaping its future.

To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/4gnLS15

08/31/2026

Cover crops can help build soil health, recycle nutrients, and control weeds in your garden. We are offering two types of cover crops this year: cereal rye and an oat/radish mix. The oat/radish mix grows quickly and dies in the winter, while cereal rye is established late into fall and grows in the spring.

Stop by our office (217 Elm St, London), or the libraries in London, West Jeff, and Mt. Sterling to pick up a bag of free cover crop seeds!

London Public Library Hurt/Battelle Memorial Library - West Jefferson, Ohio Mt. Sterling Public Library

08/27/2026

Why Be a 4-H Camp Counselor?

Want to make your summer unforgettable? Become a Madison County 4-H Camp Counselor!

Being a camp counselor is about so much more than helping at camp. You’ll make lifelong memories, build friendships, develop leadership skills, and become someone younger 4-H members look up to. You’ll have the chance to lead activities, solve problems, work as a team, and create the kind of camp experience that kids will remember for years. Open to 8th graders and Up.

Whether you’re already a natural leader or you’re looking for a chance to step outside your comfort zone, 4-H Camp Counselor is an opportunity to lead, grow, have fun, and make a difference.

Come be part of the team, make some amazing memories, and help make camp the best week of the summer! 2027 Camp Dates June 6-10th.
Application: https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_elpFsFpyztNL1sy