How to keep Asian Lady Beetles out of your house
Asian Lady Beetles begin seeking shelter when outside temperatures fall in September and October. They find their way into tight cracks and crevices.
How to make sure farm fresh eggs are safe to eat
Small-scale egg producers and their consumers should understand good handling practices to ensure food safety when buying or selling farm fresh eggs.
How to find and harvest wild American ginseng
Ohio’s ginseng harvest season opened Sept. 1. Learn more about the state’s regulations, as well as, how to find, harvest and dry American ginseng.
How to attract Baltimore orioles to your bird feeder
If you’d like to watch orioles at your feeder, there are a few tricks to attract them. Find out what types of feeders and foods Baltimore orioles like.
How to care for red-striped ‘woolly bears’
Giant leopard moths can be found throughout eastern North America. With a wide variety of food sources, they are one of the easiest caterpillars to raise.
How to identify and react to snakes in Ohio
Learn about the snakes most commonly encountered in Ohio, what to do when you see one and how to deter them from seeking refuge in your yard or garden.
How to identify common breeds of beef cattle
Over 70 breeds of cattle can be found in the United States today. However, only about 12 to 15 breeds have a major influence on the cattle industry.
How to make a closed, self-sustaining terrarium
Closed terrariums don’t require a lot of space or direct sunlight to thrive. Learn how to design, plant and maintain a self-sustaining terrarium.
A beginner’s guide to growing backyard grapes
To successfully grow backyard grapes, you need to select the right cultivar and then meet its planting, pruning and growing requirements.
How to find and catch crayfish
Catching crayfish is a fun summer activity. Learn where to find them, when they're most active and how to catch them.
