Ohio State University Extension, Medina County

06/11/2026

The 2026 growing season has brought nearly every weather pattern imaginable across the state, making w**d control tougher than usual. If you're facing delayed planting or replanting scenarios, check out these recommendations from State Specialist Alyssa Essman at https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2026-17/w**d-management-delayed-planting-and-replant-situations

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Sharing for our friends at the Medina Farmers Market

05/27/2026

We have a few spots left for our June 8th Safe Sitter class! Sign up by Friday at www.go.osu.edu/medinasafesitter26 !

Great summer opportunity for your child! Register at www.go.osu.edu/medinasafesitter26
Questions? Comment below or email [email protected].

05/26/2026

Get your hay tested at reduced cost through OSU Extension.
$15 for first sample, $20 for each additional sample. Test includes: Dry matter content, TDN, crude protein, ADF, NDF, Ash, Fat, C, P, K, RFV. Samples MUST be taken with a forage probe (available to borrow at our office) and are DUE TO THE OFFICE by JULY 30th.

Dry samples should be in paper bags, wet samples should be in plastic bags and FROZEN.

This video explains how to take a good representative sample test of your hay for sampling.

In order to balance rations, or accurately value hay one must know ...

05/25/2026

The Medina County Extension office will be Closed on Monday, May 25th in observation of Memorial Day. The office will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th at 8AM.

05/22/2026

If you've been looking for a canning class- this is for you!
Join us for this summer's Home Food Preservation webinar series, "Let's Preserve It!"
Tuesdays 12-12:30 p.m.
June 9: Methods of Preserving
June 23: Water Bath Canning Basics
July 7: Pressure Canning Basics
July 21: Freezing Basics
July 28: Drying Basics
Aug. 11: Making and Preserving Juice
Webinars are free, register required go.osu.edu/fpwebinars

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Jan Simmons, a Medina County Master Gardener for being recognized as a Volunteer of the Year!

Each year, Medina City Schools recognizes the incredible volunteers who make a difference in students’ lives. This year, Jan Simmons, Master Gardener from the OSU Extension, was recognized as one of the district’s Volunteers of the Year.

Through her work with second-grade students at Ella Canavan and across the district, Mrs. Simmons has inspired a love of gardening, learning, and nature in countless students. Medina City Schools is grateful for her dedication and the positive impact she continues to make throughout the district. MedinaSup Medina City Schools Foundation Ella Canavan Elementary PTO

05/19/2026

We are hiring in Medina County for a 4-H educator. The deadline for this position will be June 1, 2026. Screening interviews will be held on TBD. The job opening number associated with the position is R151337. to learn more and apply visit https://hr.osu.edu/careers R151337