News

  1. NEW!!! The 2026 King & Queen contest will be held on July 19th at 6 PM at the Sidney High School Auditorium!! Please plan to attend and support the youth!

    Jul. 17, 2026

    NEW!!! The 2026 King & Queen contest will be held on July 19th at 6 PM at the Sidney High School Auditorium!! Please plan to attend and support the youth!
  2. 2026 Time To Shine Show

    Jun. 19, 2026

  3. June 1st deadline

    May. 31, 2026

    1. FairEntry deadline for all non-livestock and livestock entries are due June 1st!

    We still have many members that need to sign up for their fair projects.

    Please email Judie at gaerke.13@osu.edu if you are having issues today and I will get back to you asap.

  4. 2026 Shelby County 4-H Camp and Cloverbud Camp

    Mar. 29, 2026

    2026 Shelby County 4-H Camp - Wednesday, June 3rd - Saturday, June 6th, 2026 at Indian Hills 4-H Camp in Pleasant Hill, for youth who have completed 3rd through 7th grade.

  5. The Master Gardener Library Program

    Aug. 11, 2025

    Amos Memorial Public Library

    6:30-7:45 p.m.

    Master Gardeners of Shelby County Gardening Programs

    Let's Go Native - March 26 - Growing native plants to attract pollinators.

  6. Ohio AgrAbility Workshop Offers Practical Solutions for Farmers and Gardeners with Disabilities

    May. 29, 2025

    Farmers and gardeners facing the challenges of disability, aging, or chronic health conditions are invited to a free workshop on Tuesday, June 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 822 Fair Rd, Sidney, Ohio. The event will focus on practical strategies and tools that allow individuals to continue farming and gardening safely and efficiently, regardless of physical limitations.

  7. Buckeye Lady Beetle Blitz Training

    May. 21, 2025

    The Buckeye Lady Beetle Blitz tracks lady beetles across Ohio.
    Unfortunately, many species have declined dramatically.
    With your help, we are monitoring remaining populations!
    The BLBB survey ran 10 years ago. We are seeking volunteers across
    the state to help study the lady beetle community this summer.
    To participate you must have a home garden (either a flower or food
    garden). Lady beetles will be collected using a yellow sticky card trap
    in this garden over two weeks (one week in June and August).

  8. USDA to Open General and Continuous Conservation Reserve Program Enrollment for 2025

    May. 14, 2025

    CRP, USDA’s flagship conservation program, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. FSA is accepting offers for both the General and Continuous CRP starting today.

  9. Sharing the Road During Spring Planting Season

    Apr. 28, 2025

    Each year, over 500 tractor and machinery roadway crashes occur in Ohio resulting in property damage, injuries and deaths. It’s up to everyone to be extra vigilant as we share our rural roadways. Here are some helpful tips for farmers and motorists.

    Information for the Farmers:

  10. Beef Quality Assurance Available!

    Apr. 24, 2025

    For all beef producers looking to become BQA certified, join us for a full hour and a half certification credit class. We will discuss best management practices for raising quality beef, managing a more profitable herd, and increasing the value of your product.

    No registration is required! 

    DATE:
    May, 28th, 2025
    TIME:
    6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
    LOCATION:
    Auglaize County Jr Fair
    Building
    1001 Fairview Drive, Wapakoneta, Ohio

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