About Washington County

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We are a "branch office" of Ohio State University

Did you know that the Washington County Extension office is a "branch office" of Ohio State University? The Ohio State University Extension is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture, The Ohio State University and Washington County Commissioners. Our Washington County Office is your front door to the Ohio State University.

We are the world's largest nonformal educational system. Our practical educational programs combine the needs of local citizens and communities with new research and technical information. The four areas of focus are  4-H Youth Development, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Community Development, and Family & Consumer Science. These programs are continually being evaluated and updated to meet the changing needs and issues facing our community.

Our goal is to help improve and strengthen the lives of Ohioans and we want to start right here in Washington County. We have practical advice, sensible solutions, and down-to-earth answers to your questions about everything from gardening to nutrition. Our clients are Ohioans - rural, urban, all ages, sizes and races. Our clients are YOU.

A Gift To Extension

If you currently give to Ohio State, you can simply earmark those funds to benefit your friends, family and neighbors right here in Washington County. Read more . . .

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County News
For the latest, most accurate, information on cooking your food safely, please plan to attend a Holiday Food Safety Class.
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State News
Basic Cheese Making Course scheduled
This three day class is designed for novice and advanced cheese makers. The presenter will teach participants about milk quality, ingredients used in cheese making, techniques and requirements for aging cheese, and how to establish a business as a farmstead or artisan cheese maker.
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2010 Southern Ohio New and Small Farm College Scheduled
An eight week introductory short course for the new landowner or anyone wishing to learn how to make the most on a few acres.
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Ohio State University Extension embraces human diversity and is committed to ensuring that all research and related educational programs are available to clientele on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. This statement is in accordance with United States Civil Rights Laws and the USDA.

Keith L. Smith, Associate Vice President for Agricultural Administration; Associate Dean, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences; Director, Ohio State University Extension and Gist Chair in Extension Education and Leadership. TDD No. 800-589-8292 (Ohio only) or 614-292-1868.