This seems the perfect time of year to present some quick tips and tricks to repel the most common unwanted fall visitors. (This list will not include the in-laws). When the north wind begins to blow, it chills more bones than our own. The days … [Read more...]
Fall is for Soil Testing! by Tom Dayton
Fall is not only for planting, but signals the important task of taking a soil test for the lawn and garden. Soil in Northeast Ohio tends to favor an acidic range due to the proximity of the Appalachian foot hills. For most plants, a PH range of … [Read more...]
Timothy E. Walsh, P.E. 2017 Summit County Farm Bureau Distinguished Award
The Summit County Farm Bureau Distinguished Service Award is the highest honor we can bestow on an individual. Choosing a worthy recipient from the many qualified can be difficult for the three previous winners, who are assigned the task. The award … [Read more...]
Fall is for Planting By Tom Dayton
The shorter and cooler days of October make for perfect weather to plant most trees and shrubs. While no growth above ground will progress late in the growing season, all the action is below ground in the form of root growth. With top growth … [Read more...]
Summit County Farm Bureau 2016 – 2017 Year in Review
It’s hard to believe that another year is coming to an end. The Summit County Farm Bureau’s work year begins on October 1st and ends on September 30th. That means, it’s that time of the year for the Board of Trustees to develop a plan of work for … [Read more...]