Ohio State - Scioto County Extension

Ohio State - Scioto County Extension Since 1914, Extension has been helping all Ohioans build better lives, better businesses and better

Ohio State University Extension brings the knowledge of the university directly to you. We fulfill the land-grant mission of The Ohio State University by interpreting knowledge and research developed by Extension and other faculty and staff at the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, Ohio State main campus, and other land-grant universities – so Ohioans can use the scientifically-based information to better their lives, businesses and communities.

09/29/2026

Looking for a gentle way to stay active and support your health? Join OSU Extension's FREE Virtual Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention program, led by certified instructors.

Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning October 20, 2026 through December 17, 2026
⏰ 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

📅 Register today: [www.go.osu.edu/taichisignup]

Tai Chi is a relaxing, low-impact form of movement that can help you:
✅ Improve balance and stability
✅ Increase flexibility and joint mobility
✅ Build strength and confidence in everyday activities
✅ Reduce the risk of falls
✅ Enjoy moving from the comfort of your own home

No prior experience is needed, and a web camera will be required for class.

09/25/2026

As we enter Fall, you may notice your family calendar becoming completely full. Between school, homework, practices, games, and recitals you may find yourselves with no days off! There are so many …

09/25/2026

🥦🌱 Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, or Cauliflower... which one is your favorite?
These cool-season veggies do more than add color to your plate! They are packed with nutrients, low in calories, and provide important vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants that support overall health. 💚✨
🛒 When shopping, look for:
✅ Dark green broccoli with tight buds
✅ Firm, compact Brussels sprouts
✅ Clean, tight cauliflower heads with no spots or bruising
💡 Pro tip: Wait to wash these vegetables until you're ready to use them to help maintain quality during storage.
📖 Want more tips on selecting, storing, serving, and preserving broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower?
🔗 go.osu.edu/ohiobrocbscaul
🔗 go.osu.edu/freezeveg
👇 Tell us in the comments: Team Broccoli 🥦, Team Brussels Sprouts 🌱, or Team Cauliflower 🤍?
👍 Like if you love fresh Ohio vegetables
🔄 Share to help others pick the best produce at the market!

Always a great day! 🍎🍏💛 And, red apples won with the Kindergarten kiddos. Thanks to Fuhrmann Orchards for providing us w...
09/25/2026

Always a great day! 🍎🍏💛
And, red apples won with the Kindergarten kiddos. Thanks to Fuhrmann Orchards for providing us with apples for the kids to sample!

🌱🍎 Grow It, Taste It: Storage & Seasonal Eating 🍎🌱Join us for our next Grow It, Taste It session on Storage & Seasonal E...
09/24/2026

🌱🍎 Grow It, Taste It: Storage & Seasonal Eating 🍎🌱

Join us for our next Grow It, Taste It session on Storage & Seasonal Eating! 🌽🥕🍅

Learn practical tips for storing fresh foods, making the most of your harvest, and enjoying seasonal foods throughout the year. Discover simple ways to keep your food fresh and make the most of what’s available each season. 🍎🥦

📅 September 28
📍 Ohio State Extension Scioto County Learning Center
502 Court Street Portsmouth, Ohio 45662
⏰ 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Come learn how to grow it, store it, and taste it! 🌱🍽️

❤️🥫 Food Kindness Event – Giving Back to Scioto County 🥫❤️What a wonderful day of giving back to our community!On Friday...
09/22/2026

❤️🥫 Food Kindness Event – Giving Back to Scioto County 🥫❤️

What a wonderful day of giving back to our community!

On Friday, Ohio State Extension – Scioto County was chosen as a recipient for the Ohio State Project Food Kindness! Helping provide shelf-stable food to 18 different non profit community agencies throughout Scioto County. 🍎🥫

These agencies work every day to support individuals and families in our community, and we are grateful for the opportunity to help make a difference. 💚

A special thank-you to everyone who helped make this event possible and to the agencies that continue to serve our neighbors. Together, we can make a difference right here in Scioto County! 🤝❤️

09/17/2026

🥔🛒 Picking up potatoes at the market or grocery store? Here's what to look for!

Ohio potatoes are a nutritious, budget-friendly favorite, but choosing and storing them correctly helps them stay fresh longer. 🌟

✅ Choose potatoes that are firm, fairly clean, and free from soft spots, wrinkles, cuts, or green coloring.
✅ Store them in a cool, dry, dark, well-ventilated place.
✅ Skip the refrigerator! Cold temperatures can affect flavor and cause potatoes to darken during cooking.
✅ If your potatoes sprout, don't panic. Remove the sprouts and eyes before using.

🥔💡 Fun fact: A medium potato provides about one-third of an adult's daily vitamin C needs and is naturally low in fat!

👇 Tell us your favorite potato variety: Russet, Red, Yellow, or White? Whether you like them baked, roasted, mashed, or loaded with healthy toppings, potatoes are a delicious and budget-friendly addition to any meal.

Learn more at: 👇
🔗 go.osu.edu/ohiopotatoes
🔗 go.osu.edu/canveg
🔗 go.osu.edu/freezeveg

👍 Like for potatoes. 🔄 Share to help a friend keep their spuds fresh longer!

09/17/2026

Fall Into Wellness

Focus on a few of these tips to have a healthy fall season:
- Participate in outdoor activities.
- Get your flu and Covid shots.
- Wash hands frequently.
- Unplug by turning off technology and picking up a new book or listening to music.
- Eat seasonal foods like pumpkin, apples, and root vegetables.

Check out our Selecting, Storing, and Serving Ohio Squash and Pumpkins Factsheet for more tips.
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5530

📢 Office Closure Notice 📢The OSU Extension – Scioto County office will be closed on Friday, September 18 until 11:30 a....
09/16/2026

📢 Office Closure Notice 📢

The OSU Extension – Scioto County office will be closed on Friday, September 18 until 11:30 a.m. as our staff will be participating in the Food Kindness Event. 🥫❤️

We will be out in the community helping make a difference.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to serving you when we return! 💚

🌾🚜 Farm Science Review is Just ONE Week Away! 🚜🌾The countdown is on! Farm Science Review is only one week away! 🎉Plannin...
09/15/2026

🌾🚜 Farm Science Review is Just ONE Week Away! 🚜🌾

The countdown is on! Farm Science Review is only one week away! 🎉

Planning to attend? We have tickets available here at the OSU Extension – Scioto County office! 🎟️ Stop by and pick yours up before you head to the show.

📅 September 22–24, 2026
📍 London, Ohio

Farm Science Review is a great opportunity to explore the latest in agriculture, connect with industry professionals, see demonstrations, and learn about new tools and technologies. 🌱🐄🚜

Don’t wait—come get your tickets while supplies last! 🎟️🌾

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