Community Event
Soil Science Seminar Talks – PFAS
Kottman Hall, Room 333 2021 Coffey Rd, Columbus, United StatesYou're invited to join upcoming talks, discussions, and a workshop hosted by the Soil Science Seminar and the Soil Water and Environmental Laboratory (SWEL). Each event in the series can be attended virtually (on Zoom) or in person. If you'd like an Outlook calendar invite to the series, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu. On March 19, join them for an insightful discussion on PFAS with Dr. Nick Basta, Professor of Soil and Environmental Science and Co-Director of the Environmental Science Graduate Program. They will discuss: 1.) recently released EPA regulations on PFAS, 2.) PFAS transportation in the soil and food systems, 3.) risk assessment of PFAS and the potential impact on human consumption. When: Mar. 19 Time: 4 to 5 pm Location: Room 333, Kottman Hall or via Zoom Zoom Link: https://osu.zoom.us/j/92264076271?pwd=dE1raXdCbkRDeXFUd1dNU1Z5dHR6UT09 Meeting ID: 922 6407 6271 Password: 668411
MVEG Farm Stress Management Cohort: Session One
ZoomJoin the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) and fellow vegetable farmers who will explore together how to integrate stress management practices into their unique farming operations. All sessions are held virtually from 7:30-9 p.m. ET. March 24 - Identifying and De-Mystifying Stress - What is stress and how does it manifest? Sharing stress stories: how do you recall stress affecting your farm operation? Do you have any wisdom from that experience to share? In this session we will identify how and when shows up for us throughout the season, and see what we have learned from those experiences. Register for free here.
Soil Science Seminar Talks – Two-hour R Workshop
Kottman Hall, Room 333 2021 Coffey Rd, Columbus, United StatesYou're invited to join upcoming talks, discussions, and a workshop hosted by the Soil Science Seminar and the Soil Water and Environmental Laboratory (SWEL). Each event in the series can be attended virtually (on Zoom) or in person. If you'd like an Outlook calendar invite to the series, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu. On March 26, join them for a 2-hour R Workshop led by Dr. Simon Power, Visiting Professor of Restoration Ecology. This hands-on session will provide essential skills for data analysis and visualization in R, tailored for environmental and ecological applications. When: Mar. 26 Time: 4 to 6 pm Location: Room 333, Kottman Hall or via Zoom Zoom Link: https://osu.zoom.us/j/92264076271?pwd=dE1raXdCbkRDeXFUd1dNU1Z5dHR6UT09 Meeting ID: 922 6407 6271 Password: 668411
Soil Science Seminar Talks – Agrivoltaics
ZoomYou're invited to join upcoming talks, discussions, and a workshop hosted by the Soil Science Seminar and the Soil Water and Environmental Laboratory (SWEL). Each event in the series can be attended virtually (on Zoom) or in person. If you'd like an Outlook calendar invite to the series, reach out to bean.21@osu.edu. On April 9, join them for an engaging virtual discussion on Agrivoltaics (virtual only) with Eric Romich, Extension Field Specialist in Energy Education. When: Feb. 26 Time: 4 to 5 pm Location: Virtual via Zoom Zoom Link: https://osu.zoom.us/j/92264076271?pwd=dE1raXdCbkRDeXFUd1dNU1Z5dHR6UT09 Meeting ID: 922 6407 6271 Password: 668411
Ohio Proud Food Summit
Ohio Department of Agriculture 8995 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg, United StatesPlease join the Ohio Department of Agriculture for an event on April 30th that connects Ohio growers and food manufacturers directly to retail and food service buyers. More than 25 Ohio Proud partners, including several who are new to sampling at this event, will be available to sample and answer questions about their local, Ohio-made products! If you would like to attend the Ohio Proud Food Summit, please complete and return this form by Thursday, April 24. There is no charge to attend, but registration is requested. Questions? Please feel free to reach out to us at OhioProud@agri.ohio.gov or Ashley.McDonald@agri.ohio.gov. We hope to see you there! REGISTRATION FORM
Sow The Seeds 5th Anniversary Gala for Growing and Growth Collective
Broad Street Presbyterian Church 760 E. Broad St., Columbus, United StatesJoin Growing and Growth Collective (GGC) at the Sow The Seeds 5th Anniversary Gala, featuring Brother(hood) Dance!, for an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and connection. The 3-in-1 program benefits GGC and includes a celebratory luncheon, performances, a garden walk, and a litter cleanup. Black on Earth is an interdisciplinary performance combining dance, agriculture, and technology to explore Black ecological relationships and land stewardship. This excerpt reveals embodied histories of Black growers, reconnecting with the earth through movement, sound, and storytelling. Rooted in African diasporic traditions, the work reimagines sustainability and ancestral resilience. Black on Earth invites audiences to witness the profound bond between Black bodies and the land. #DanceTheEarthTruths Get your tickets here.
MVEG Farm Stress Management Cohort: Session Three
ZoomJoin the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) and fellow vegetable farmers who will explore together how to integrate stress management practices into their unique farming operations. All sessions are held virtually from 7:30-9 p.m. ET. Sept 15 - Weathering Stress - What has come up for you to stress about this season? In the midst of the stressful season, what are we doing to get ourselves through to the end of the season without burning out? How has your mindset around stress changed from pre-season planning to in-the-moment experiences? Register for free here.
MVEG Farm Stress Management Cohort: Session Four
ZoomJoin the Midwest Vegetable Growers Network (MVEG) and fellow vegetable farmers who will explore together how to integrate stress management practices into their unique farming operations. All sessions are held virtually from 7:30-9 p.m. ET. Nov 17 - Reflecting and Integrating - Wrapping up the year, we'll evaluate how we did overall, and include time for reflection without judgement. We'll consider the practicality of the "Stress Management Plan" and what could be shifted for next season. This session will carve out time to reflect on what emerged, what practices were effective for managing stress, and how it will impact what you do next season. Explore how evaluating our processes can support our operations. Register for free here.