News

  1. Office Closed - November 28 and 29

    Nov. 27, 2024

    Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 so that our office staff may celebrate Thanksgiving.

    Normal business hours will resume on Monday, December 2 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

    Voicemails can be left by calling 419-674-2297. All other correspondence can be left in the OSU Extension mailbox outside of the building. We will respond at our earliest convenience during normal business hours.

    Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

  2. 2025 Hardin County Plat Book is On Sale Now!

    Nov. 25, 2024

    The 2025 edition of the Hardin County Plat Book is hot off the presses and ready for sale at the Ohio State University Extension Office in Kenton or at Hardin SWCD. The books are $25 with sales benefitting Hardin County 4-H Youth Development programs. They make a fantastic gift for farmers and hunters!

  3. 2025 Hardin County 4-H Camp Counselor Applications Available Now!

    Nov. 14, 2024

    Dear 4-H Member,

    As an Upperclassman (10-12 grade) you are eligible to serve as a Hardin County 4-H Camp Counselor.  Even if you don’t have any camp experience, this is a great opportunity to develop leadership, teaching, and teamwork skills.  Please see the information below on how to apply:

    What is a Camp Counselor? 

  4. Hardin County Homemakers Annual Christmas Program Set for December 3

    Nov. 14, 2024

    On December 3, 2024 the Hardin County Homemakers will be holding their annual Christmas program. Our program will be held at the Epworth Community Church, 457 S. Detroit St., Kenton, Ohio with the Homemakers furnishing lunch. Lunch will include chicken and rice casserole, green beans, Hawaiian sweet rolls, Watergate salad, assorted Christmas cookies, and either water or coffee. The theme this year will be "Bells, Bells, Bells". Included in the day's activities:

  5. Office Closed November 11th - Veteran's Day

    Nov. 08, 2024

    Our office will be closed Monday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

    Voicemails can be left at 419-674-2297 and we will be sure to call you at our earliest convenience during business hours.

    Any other correspondence can be left in the OSU Extension mailbox on the outside of the building.

    Have a great weekend!

  6. 2024 Hardin County Growing Season Rainfall Totals Report

    Nov. 04, 2024

    2024 Hardin County Growing Season Rainfall Totals News Release

    To subscribe to receive more news and updates like the one above, visit https://u.osu.edu/hardinanr/

  7. Master Gardener Volunteers Gather for State Awards Watch Party

    Oct. 25, 2024

  8. Register Now for Sewing Workshops Hosted by OSU Extension in Hardin County

    Oct. 24, 2024

    OSU Extension in Hardin County is hosting monthly sewing workshops between December and April for children in 3rd grade through adults. Students in 3rd-6th grades are encouraged to bring an adult helper with them. Class size is limited to 12 participants per workshop. Each workshop will cost $15 per person, with scholarships available if needed. Payment by cash, check, or credit/debit card is accepted in person at the OSU Extension Office in Hardin County.  Participants are asked to bring a sewing kit if they have one.

  9. Mercer County Beef Quality Assurance and Livestock Mortality Composting Certification- Register Now!

    Oct. 11, 2024

    The goal of the Ohio Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program is to increase the competitive base for marketing Ohio cattle. BQA is a program to ensure that beef and dairy cattle are maintained in a manner which will result in a safe and wholesome beef product for the consumer. This program serves as an opportunity to gain or renew your existing certification (certification cycle is 3 years).

    There are 2 BQA sessions to choose from. Both sessions are identical. You do NOT need to attend both to earn BQA certification.

  10. Tickets on Sale Now for 2024 Hardin County Agriculture Hall of Fame Banquet

    Oct. 11, 2024

    Reserve your spot at the Hardin County Agriculture Hall of Fame Banquet today by calling the OSU Extension Office in Hardin County at 419-674-2297 by November 15th.

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