by CrownRandall | Nov 24, 2024 | Agriculture
Drought conditions have affected most of Ohio at one point or more this summer and fall, and we need to consider the long-term effects that this could have on forages… While getting livestock through the winter is the main goal right now, we need to start looking at what will need to be done with pastures and hayfields.
As we continue to feel the effects of drought on our crops and livestock, its important to think about the long-term success of our forages. OSU Extension Educator Jordan Penrose shares some methods that can be used to improve forage stands. Frost seeding, interseeding, and complete renovation are three practices discussed in this article to improve your pastures and hayfields after severely dry weather. https://u.osu.edu/beef/2024/11/20/drought-damaged-pasture-whats-next/
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by CrownRandall | Nov 24, 2024 | Agriculture
Episode 4 of OSU Extension’s Green Fields Green Dollars series is now live on YouTube! The newest episode of the series features Greg LaBarge, field specialist in agronomic systems, who talks with Rachel and Clint about Nitrogen timing and economics. They discuss trends in the region, along with benefits and challenges of different N application timing.
Making nutrient management choices can be complicated, and it can be difficult to make the most profitable decisions. The latest “Green Fields Green Dollars” episode provides information to make those decisions easier for you. https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2024-40/episode-4-green-fields-green-dollars-dive-nitrogen-economics
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by CrownRandall | Nov 24, 2024 | Agriculture
Individuals looking to become a Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) should consider attending the Ohio CCA Pre-Exam Preparation Class offered by Ohio State University Extension. The session will be January 7-8, 2025, at the Shelby County Ag Building, 810-820 Fair Rd, Sidney, Ohio 45365.
For those interested in taking the Certified Crop Adviser Exam should consider attending the pre-exam prep class offered in neighboring Shelby County. More details and information to register can be found in the article. https://agcrops.osu.edu/newsletter/corn-newsletter/2024-40/certified-crop-adviser-exam-preparation-class
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by CrownRandall | Nov 24, 2024 | Agriculture
VERSAILLES – On Monday, November 18th, Versailles FFA held their monthly meeting, and 55 first-year members received their Greenhand FFA Degree. Versailles FFA also awarded Rusty and Carey Reese the honorary Greenhand FFA Degree in memory of the late Wyatt Reese who was scheduled to be a new Greenhand FFA member at the start of school. The Versailles FFA also awarded the Reese family a FFA emblem pillow in loving memory of Wyatt.
In addition at the meeting Versailles FFA Chapter recognized Ken Moorman for his years of service to Versailles Schools and presented Ken with a retirement gift as a thank you for his support and help towards the Versailles FFA. Anna Moeller, the Ohio FFA State President gave an inspirational message to the greehands and guests in attendance.
To be eligible for the FFA Greenhand Degree members must meet the following requirement qualifications: be in their first year of agriculture education, know the FFA creed and motto, understand the code of ethics, know how to properly wear the FFA jacket, know the meaning of the FFA emblem and colors, know about the organizations history and have a plan for their SAE. Recipients of the Greenhand FFA Degree include: Laylah Adkins, Lydia Ahrns, Averi Ahrns, Allie Bergman, Allison Bergman, Ian Bergman, Kaden Bergman, Kyra Bergman, Cole Billenstein, Kacey Borchers, Blaize Brandewie, Lydia Breeze, Hannah Brewer, Simon Broering, Frankie Broerman, Chloe Brown, Gage Brunswick, Levi Dirksen, Arian Drees, Jacob Dues, Miles Garber, Jayna Gehret, Caiden Green, Elizabeth Grieshop, Isabel Grisez, Karly Happy, Noah Hayes, Dalton Johns, Ben Kaiser, Maverick Keller, Aleta Longfellow, Gabe McGlinch, Annalee Mertz, Jocelyn Mumaw, Vera Pearson, Kayle Petitjean, Kolt Petitjean, Cadence Philpot, Kenley Philpot, Blake Pitsenbarger, Noah Rhoades, Elizabeth Ruhenkamp, Blair Schellhase, Ceclila Schmitmeyer, Monica Schmitmeyer, Sam Schmitmeyer, Thersea Schmitmeyer, Alex Selhorst, Seth Shafer, Zach Shimp, Garrett Thompson, Evan Weaver, Symone Werkamp, Abby Wilker, Liam Wilson, and Russell Winner.
In addition to the ceremony, several Versailles FFA members recited the FFA creed as part of the ceremony they included: Lydia Breeze, Elizabeth Grieshop, Blair Schellhase, Blake Pitsenbarger, and Cecilia Schmitmeyer. The meeting ended with pumpkin desserts, apples and caramel, and cider that was served.
Congratulations to all the Greenhand Degree Recipients and thank you to Mr Moorman for his years of service to Versailles Schools.
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by CrownRandall | Nov 24, 2024 | Agriculture
VERSAILLES – Congratulations to the Versailles FFA members who competed in the District 5 FFA Parliamentary Procedure Contest on Thursday, November 21st at Anna High School. As part of the Parliamentary Procedure contest, each team, consisting of six to eight members, was responsible for completing a 12 to 15-minute demonstration of parliamentary procedure that included using different abilities and motions. Each student also took a test that assessed their knowledge of rules of order related to parliamentary procedure.
The Versailles FFA varsity parliamentary procedure team finished 2nd overall in District 5 and will advance to the state contest on December 14th. The team consisted of President Colin Batten, Secretary Monica Evers and members Hank Smith, Jayna Luthman, Eden and Liam Barga. This is the first time in the past 20-plus years for Versailles FFA to qualify for the State FFA Parliamentary Procedure Contest. In addition, congratulations to Miss Bergman for coaching the team.
Versailles FFA also competed in the Novice parliamentary procedure contest with a team of all 8th-grade Versailles FFA members. Congratulations to the 8th grade FFA members who placed 1st in the District 5 Novice Parliamentary Procedure contest at Anna High School on Nov 21st. The novice team will advance to state which is the first time in 15-plus years that Versailles FFA has had a team advance to the state contest. The 1st place team consisted of President Abby Wilker, Vice President Blair Schellhase, Secretary Elizabeth Grieshop, Treasurer Blake Pitsenbarger, Reporter Isabel Grisez, Sentinel- Kacey Borchers, Student Advisor- Allison Bergma and Member Russell Winner. Congratulations to Miss Bergman for coaching this team on the state. Congratulations to all and good luck at state.
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by CrownRandall | Nov 24, 2024 | Agriculture
VERSAILLES – At the November meeting for the Versailles FFA first-year members received their Greenhand FFA Degree. Rusty and Carey Reese were awarded the Honorary Greenhand FFA Degree in memory of the late Wyatt Reese. Versailles FFA also recognized Ken Moorman for his upcoming retirement.
Versailles FFA named two FFA members of the month for November. Nick Gehret is a Senior and a 5th-year member of Versailles FFA. Nick is active in monthly meetings, he shows at the Darke County Fair, helps with the soup and sandwich social, fruit sales, the beef and pork tent, farm day, corn growing contest and more. He has participated in the poultry evaluation CDE and the agronomy CDE. He has also attended the National FFA Convention and State FFA Convention and earned his State FFA Degree. His SAE is a job placement at Bensman Welding and Poultry. Congratulations to Versailles FFA member Nick Gehret for being named the November member of the month. Nick is the son of Brian and Cheryl Gehret. Nick was awarded a t-shirt and certificate for being named a member of the month. Congratulations Nick!
Cale DeMange was named Versailles FFA Member of the Month for November. Cale is a Sophomore and 3rd year Versailles FFA member. Cale is active in monthly meetings and has helped with farm day, fruit sales, penny war, omelet breakfast, canned food drive, and the veterans dinner. He has competed in the Wildlife CDE and Novice Parliamentary Procedure. Congratulations to November Versailles FFA Member of the Month for November, Cale DeMange SAE for job placement during the summer at AL Smith Trucking. Cale is the son of Jake and Alyssa DeMange. Cale was awarded a t-shirt and certificate for being named a member of the month. Congratulations Cale.
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