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Calculating Cation Exchange Capacity, Base Saturation, and Calcium Saturation
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/anr-81
example of typical soil test levels in Ohio (in ppm). We can calculate the collective charge each cation ... by the soil test levels. For calcium, a soil test level of 2000 ppm, divided by 200 equals 10.0 ... (ppm) to meq/100 g soil for base and acid cations to determine CEC. Base Cation Soil test level (ppm ...
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Ohio farmers seek energy efficiency amid rising costs
track the highest rate of electricity consumption during the billing period, can account for roughly 50 ... high-efficiency ventilation fan motors and employ optimal controller strategies based on modulation of fans in ...
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Food Preservation: Basics for Canning Fruit
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5343
they contain high enough acid levels to prevent the growth of Clostridium botulinum spores and the ... production of botulism toxin. Additionally, when properly canned fruits are heated long enough at high enough ... Check Table 2 for the correct amount of headspace to leave between the top of the fruit and the jar lid. ...
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Ohio farmers get answers to top concerns at Farm Science Review
https://cfaes.osu.edu/news/articles/ohio-farmers-get-answers-top-concerns-farm-science-review
soil health and worms, diagnosing field crop issues, as well as information on animal care, veterinary, ...
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CFAES pioneers agrivoltaics research for sustainable land use
grazing strategies, maximizing soil health, and utilizing precision agriculture technologies,” he said. ... equipment. Lastly, the project aims to remediate soil compaction and enhance soil health, critical aspects ...
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Gibberella Ear Rot and Mycotoxins in Corn: Sampling, Testing, and Storage
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/AC-52
screening steps. Semi-quantitative tests estimate vomitoxin at or above certain levels (>5 ppm) or within ... (DON), also called vomitoxin. As a result, high levels of Gibberella ear rot severity and moldy grain are ... usually accompanied by high levels of vomitoxin. Mycotoxins are harmful to both humans and animals. ...
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NSF-funded center to drive development of US natural rubber industry
https://cfaes.osu.edu/news/articles/nsf-funded-center-drive-development-us-natural-rubber-industry
TARDISS. The ERC will harness the power of nature, creating bridges between engineering, biology and ... boosts domestic manufacturing and reduces reliance on imports.” Disease and high demand threaten the ... natural rubber supply was lost to disease – and the risk for transmission of South American leaf blight to ...
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Ohio State Drought Rapid Response Team provides resources for farmers amid worsening weather conditions
Tracy Turner COLUMBUS, Ohio — From brittle, brown lawns and cracked soils to dry ponds and crops, ... periods of hot temperatures, the soil has lost a tremendous amount of water due to evaporation, which has ... water, and soil; and ensures effective public communication and education to help clients respond. “The ...
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Effects of Lime and Gypsum Application on Vegetable Yields and Nutrient Availability in Muck Soil
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/anr-0102
to keep organic soils at a target pH of 5.3 to minimize the risk of micronutrient deficiencies ... state that the optimal pH range of muck soils should be between 5.3 and 5.8, depending on the crop ... The application of lime had no effect on soil test phosphorus (P) or potassium (K) values, but the ...
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BroadbandOhio Community Accelerator: A beacon of connectivity for Ohio’s future
a partnership between OSU Extension and BroadbandOhio, which is very beneficial to the residents of Ohio.” “The ...