Tag: safety
How to identify disease-carrying ticks in Ohio
After a mild winter, growing tick populations and a rise in tick-related illnesses are a cause for concern. Learn more about disease-carrying ticks in Ohio.
Marijuana poses greater risk to children, teens
Parents should educate themselves as they decide whether or not to support the changes in the law or allow their children to use marijuana.
11 safety tips for handling backyard chickens
Safe handling practices with backyard chickens are the key to avoiding Salmonella infection, which may cause diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps.
OSU Extension to be trained in mental health response efforts
Ohio State University Extension professionals will soon be trained in how to identify and handle mental health related crises.
5 tips for sun safety in the field
Small changes occur in the skin each time it is exposed to sunlight. Here are some things to consider before working long hours in the sun this summer.
Michigan confirms rabies case
Michigan's first case of rabies for 2017 was recently confirmed in a big brown bat from Ingham County.
How to prevent sun damaged skin
A sunburn may not seem like a big deal; however, sun damage causes pain, discomfort and it can put you at risk for skin cancer.
Ask FSA Andy about Ohio AgrAbility
Ohio AgrAbility promotes independence for people in agriculture who want to continue to farm after experiencing a disabling condition.
Agriculture’s greatest innovation
Human engineering and agricultural innovation have made farming safer over the years.
How to identify poisonous plants
Poison hemlock is not the only plant that you should be on the lookout for. Jimsonweed, pokeweed and black locust are potentially poisonous to livestock.
