Soil Testing

Check out our new soil testing fact sheet from OSU Extension. Click Here

 

Soil tests are like a “blood test” for soil, offering valuable insights into its health. They are an affordable way to maintain plant health in urban areas and optimize productivity in nurseries, gardens, and fruit crops. Based on test results, recommendations can save time and money while preventing excessive fertilizer use, protecting the environment. Soil tests also aid in plant selection and contribute to diagnostics. Don't Guess Soil Test!

 

  1. Ohio SNAP-Ed Update

    Dec. 01, 2025

    Federal funding for SNAP-Ed ended Sept 30, 2025. In Ohio, SNAP-Ed programming continued through Nov. 12. Contact your local Extension office to find out what similar programs might be available in your area. You can also visit celebrateyourplate.org for recipes and other online tools.

  2. Fair Entry Open Until July 1, 2025

    May. 05, 2025

    2025 Gallia County Junior Fair Log-In  https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/21681

  3. 2025 Ohio Valley Produce Auction

    Apr. 24, 2025

    The Ohio Valley Produce Auction is located in Gallipolis, Ohio. This organization primarily operates in the Auction, Appraisal, and Exchange Services business/industry within the Business Services sector. The Produce Auction sells local vegetables, fruit, flowers, plants, pumpkins, and mums (in season)

    Location 3747 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH 45631

    Hours: All auctions begin at 10:00 am

  4. 2025 Gallia County Fertilizer and Pesticide Recertification Date Set

    Feb. 06, 2025

    2025 Gallia County Fertilizer and Pesticide Recertification Date Set

    Online New Pesticide Applicator Training Guide

    OSU Extension Office- Gallia County on February 25, 2025

    111 Jackson Pike, Suite 1572, Gallipolis 45631 

  5. February Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

    Feb. 06, 2025

    Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter

    Feb 2025 Newsletter - In this issue:

    Page I  Introduction New ANR Educator

    Page2  Monthly Calendar

    Page 3 -5  Scours Vaccines: What are the Options?

    Page 5  Preparing Small Ruminants for Kidding and Lambing

    Page 6  Farm Emergency Planning

    Page 7  Direct Marketing Lamb: Estimating Finish Weights

  6. Backyard Maple Production

    Nov. 19, 2024

    January 2025 Backyard Maple Production

    Learn to Make Maple Syrup at Home!

    Join us for inside presentations and live field demonstrations!

    January 24th, 2024, 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Canter’s Cave 4H Camp,1362 Caves Road, Jackson, OH 45640 Class Agenda

    12:30 pm       What, When and How to Tap

  7. 2024 Gallia County Junior Fair Sale Results

    Aug. 08, 2024

    Picture taken at the Gallia County Jr Fair 1961

    2024 Fair Buyer List by Exhibitor

    2024 Fair Buyer List by Buyer

  8. 2024 Market Lamb & Market Goat Tag On May 16, 2024 from 4 pm to 7 pm

    May. 07, 2024

    2024 DNA & Weigh-in Information 

    At Home DNA Sample Instructions  4-H Online Photo Upload Instructions DUE BY JUNE 1, 2024

     

  9. 2024 Market Hog Tag In on May 21,2024 from 4 pm to 7 pm

    May. 07, 2024

    2024 DNA & Weigh-in Information 

  10. 2024 Gallia County Quality Assurance

    Apr. 02, 2024

    Quality Assurance Saturday, April 6th

    -No pre-registration required

    -Open to youth from any county

    If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at 740-446-7007.

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