Valley Grows calendar
Here are upcoming gardening events through the Ohio State University Extension Office. For more information and a complete list, contact:
• OSU Mahoning County Extension Office, 490 S. Broad St., Canfield. 330-533-5538. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
• OSU Trumbull County Extension Office, 520 W. Main St. Suite 1, Cortland. 330-638-6783. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
OSU Extension, Mahoning County Plant and Pest Clinic
The clinic continues to address questions. Stop by to ask questions or drop off samples from 9 a.m. to noon Mondays and Thursdays.
Questions: 330-533-5538
Details: http://go.osu.edu/mahoningclinic
Selecting, Storing and Serving Produce: Root Vegetables
What: Learn to choose the best Ohio produce, store it properly and serve it creatively. This series also covers essential food preservation techniques to extend the harvest.
When: Noon to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday
Where: Webinar
Cost: Free; registration required
More information: http://go.osu.edu/fpwebinars
Free Garden Speaker Series: Common Pests
What: Learn how to identify and manage common garden pests to keep your plants healthy and thriving.
When: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday
Where: Flying High Grow Urban Farm, 100 Broadway, Youngstown.
Cost: Free
More Information: https://go.osu.edu/freegardenspeaker
Pressure Canner Gauge Testing
What: For safe home canning, the USDA recommends pressure canner dial gauges be tested annually for accuracy, as they can become inaccurate over time. An inaccurate gauge can lead to under- or over-processing food and potentially cause food safety issues.
When: 10 a.m. to noon Friday
Where: Rhodes Farm Market, 12216 Columbiana-Canfield Road, Columbiana.
Cost: Free
Veggies & More Tour
What: Join OSU Extension staff and Master Garden Volunteers to learn about growing practices, helpful tips and more. Bring a lawn chair for seating and a notepad.
When: 6 p.m. Aug. 4
Where: Gasser Chair Co., 4136 Logan Way, Youngstown.
Cost: Free
More information: http://go.osu.edu/veggiestour