Guernsey County Master Gardeners

08/21/2026

Resources Noble County Extension shared! OSU Extension has been working hard to provide information for everyone around the state that is experiencing heavy rainfall and damage to crops/gardens.

Food Safety and Garden Flooding
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-1154ps

When Crops Flood: What Farmers and Gardeners Should Do"
https://u.osu.edu/.../when-crops-flood-what-farmers-and.../

If you still have additional questions you can reach out to the Guernsey County Extension office at 740-489-5300.

🌧️ Has recent storms and flooding affected your garden?

Are you concerned about the safety of the produce growing in your garden after the recent flooding?

As you begin the cleanup and recovery process, we’ve gathered some helpful resources to help you determine what is safe to keep, what should be discarded, and how to safely recover your garden.

📚 Check out these resources as you begin recovering from the recent floods.

Food Safety and Garden Flooding:
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-1154

When Crops Flood: What Farmers and Gardeners Should Do"
https://u.osu.edu/vegnetnews/2026/08/13/when-crops-flood-what-farmers-and-gardeners-should-do/

Have additional questions?
We’re happy to help! Give us a call at 740-732-5681.

02/13/2026

🐝 Interested in Beekeeping? Start Your Journey at Bee School 2026! 🐝
Whether you're brand new to beekeeping or looking to strengthen your skills, the Guernsey Noble Beekeepers are hosting a Beginner’s Beekeeping Class you won’t want to miss!

📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (5‑hour classroom session)
📍 Eastern Agricultural Research Station

$40 enrollment (plus $10 for each additional household member)
📬 To enroll or learn more, contact:
📧 Don Crock – [email protected]
📧 Kimberly Smith – [email protected]
📧 Christine Gelley – [email protected]
📞 Or call the Extension Office: 740‑732‑5681

Come learn, connect, and grow with a supportive community of local beekeepers! 🐝💛

02/10/2026

🍓 Calling All Backyard Growers & Fruit Lovers! 🍎

Want to get better at growing berries, apples, peaches, or grapes? 🍇
Join OSU Extension for the All About Fruit! webinar series—perfect for home gardeners, homesteaders, and anyone who wants healthier, more productive fruit plants.

🌿 Berry Growing – February 27, 2026
👉 Blueberries • 10:30 a.m.
👉 Brambles • 12:30 p.m.
👉 Grapes • 2:00 p.m.

🌳 Pruning & Training Trees – March 3, 2026
👉 Apples • 12:30 p.m.
👉 Peaches • 2:00 p.m.

📌 Each session is 1 hour and recorded for registered participants.
🔗 Register here: go.osu.edu/allaboutfruit

Have questions? Call 419‑447‑9722 or email [email protected].
Get ready to grow your best fruit yet! 🍏✨

12/17/2025

Our Pollinator of the Month for December is the blue-winged wasp. This is a dual-purpose pollinator; not only does it frequent wildflowers, particularly goldenrod and boneset, but it also acts as a parasitoid for pesky garden grubs. In fact, Japanese beetles are a favorite meal! While the female wasps do sting if provoked, they are typically non-aggressive. Learn more about these and other pollinators by checking out the Bees & Wasps of Ohio Field Guide, curated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources:https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/ohiodnr.gov/documents/wildlife/backyard-wildlife/Pub5488_Bees%20and%20Wasps%20of%20Ohio%20Field%20Guide.pdf

12/01/2025

As we enter the winter weather season, please be aware of our inclement weather policy. If inclement weather occurs and the roads are unsafe for travel, the Guernsey County Extension Office building could be closed. Staff will be responding to the emails and phone calls during this time and will re-open the office as soon as the roads are safe for travel.

11/20/2025

Last night we hosted our Food Waste Program and raised $161 for local food pantries!🌎

Thank you so much to everyone who came out and participated. Kat gave a wonderful presentation, and Marti made perfectly sized charcuterie cups. 🍇We’re grateful for your support!

11/13/2025

Be sure to get your RSVP in! This is a great program to learn how you can recycle your leftover food from the holiday. Call OSU Extension - Guernsey County at 740-489-5300 to get your RSVP in or scan the QR below.

Can't wait to see you there!