Here we grow again! Yes, it is that time of the year when we start our membership kickoff campaign to grow our organization for the New Year. I have been asked to organize our campaign for this year. This will be a “traditional” campaign … [Read more...]
Winter is a busy time in a greenhouse nursery operation! By Tom Dayton
It may not look like much is going on from the outside, but winter is a very busy time of the year in a greenhouse nursery operation. With the cold, short and bleak days of January and February, the behind-the-scenes activity of a greenhouse nursery … [Read more...]
Notes from the President……Andy Troutman
January signals the start of another year with renewed ideas, opportunities, and the eternal hope that the weather will provide the right balance of sun and rain to farm successfully. Suffice it to say, while it is only January, Summit County Farm … [Read more...]
4-H! Did you know?
4-H is the largest youth development organization in America! 4-H is offered in partnership with the USDA, Ohio Legislature, Ohio State University and Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and County Council. In Summit County we offer 4-H … [Read more...]
Food Labels, “Sell by”, “Best before”, “Use by” – Exactly, what does it mean?
A brand new year often brings with it the need to get organized which sparks a cleaning frenzy. That’s right, the holidays are over and it’s time to “clean out” that refrigerator. While you’re at it, what about tackling your food pantry or freezer … [Read more...]