OSU Extension Cuyahoga County

10/16/2026

10/12/2026

The Ohio State University Extension (OSUE) seeks an Educator to work collaboratively with county, area, and state teams of OSU professionals and with local agency leaders and volunteers. The Educator should have an understanding and familiarity with the agriculture and farming landscape of Cleveland.
Apply here: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Extension-County-Offices/Extension-Educator--Urban-Agriculture---Natural-Resources-Community-Development---Cuyahoga-County_R155977-1

10/09/2026

Fall soil testing is available through the Cuyahoga County Extension office through Monday, November 2, 2026. Soil testing is $30 through OSU's Soil, Water and Environmental Lab and includes a nutrient analysis and heavy metal screening. Samples can be dropped off at the Extension office, located at 3634 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115 between 9 am and 1 pm. Payment can be submitted through our Nelnet payment portal by copying and pasting the link: go.osu.edu/cuyahogaextensionpayment. Please indicate in the "items/services" box the reason payment is being submitted (I.e. soil testing).
Information about sample collection can be found in the publication Soil Testing for Horticultural Needs, https://cfaes.osu.edu/fact-sheet/soil-testing-horticultural-needs or at the YouTube video How to Complete a Soil Test, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qK7yS0grPUg Soil sample drop off at the Cuyahoga County Extension office ends Monday, November 2nd.

10/02/2026

If you are a member of Cleveland's gardening program, Summer Sprout, Renewal forms are due October 4th, 2026.

Welcome! Please read the notes on the 2026 Summer sprout town hall below. Summer Sprout Mayoral Town Hall Additional Questions 042826 Summer Sprout Mayoral Town Hall Summary Notes 042826 2027 Summer Sprout Renewal Form and Application 🌱 Renewal Form – For established Garden Leaders to indicate ...

09/25/2026

Join the Master Gardener Volunteers of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, for their fall plant sale on Oct. 17, 2026 at Lyman Steel Greenhouse, 4947 Commerce Pkwy, Cleveland, OH 44128. 10:am-2:00pm

09/24/2026

Neighbors in Nature: 250th Tree Dedication at the Historic Dunham Tavern

Join the Master Gardener Volunteers of Cuyahoga County & partner Dunham Tavern as they dedicate the White Oak planted last summer as part of a statewide OSU MGV initiative to mark our Nation's 250th.

*Walk Dunham's New Trail! * Refreshments! * Music!

When: Saturday, October 10, 2026 - 2:00 PM
Where: Dunham Tavern Museum & Gardens / 6709 Euclid Avenue / Cleveland, OH 44103
Note: This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

To learn more, follow this link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2001624766559?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/04/2026

Please consider joining us at our next MVEG Field Day at Bay Branch Farm in Cleveland, OH, to learn all about High Tunnel Tomato Production in a hands-on learning format led by farmers Annabel & Eric, alongside Dr. Matt Kleinhenz from OSU-Extension.

This event will be held rain or shine from 2:30-5 PM on Tues. Sept. 8, with optional hang-out time following the education & farm tour! BYOB to linger, chat, & network with other participants; snacks will be provided. Free to attend, though please RSVP to reserve your spot

Register & find more details on Eventbrite, & help us spread the word: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/midwest-vegetable-growers-field-day-high-tunnel-tomato-production-registration-1984990661503?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

08/19/2026

Join us at Harvesting Success: Growing Future Urban Farmers in Cleveland.
Ohio State University Extension will be hosting Harvesting Success: Growing Future Urban Farmers on October 24th, 2026. This free one-day event, held in cooperation with the USDA Farm Service Agency, will bring together youth, educators, urban farmers, and community leaders to explore educational pathways, mentorship opportunities, and practical resources that support the development of the next generation of urban agriculture leaders.
The event will be hosted at the Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) Metropolitan Campus Center (MCC 201) on Saturday, October 24th, from 10 AM - 4 PM. Registration is required and lunch will be provided.
If you are passionate about educating youth and young people about urban agriculture, this is a great opportunity to connect. Throughout the event, our invited speakers will answer questions live and share experiences in four panel sessions including On-Farm Youth Training Programs, USDA Youth Programs, Campus Learning-by-Doing Experiences, and Farm-to-School Programs. Representatives from local and state organizations and vendors will exhibit resources, products, and services that supports youth urban agriculture education.
For more information and registration for the event, please visit http://go.osu.edu/harvestingsuccess.

08/17/2026

The Cuyahoga County Fair has come and gone. The 4-h kids had a blast exploring the 4-H booth in the Jr. Fair Building. Activities included painting personalized jigsaw puzzles, guessing what food fair looks like under a microscope and playing with magnetic blocks.

08/12/2026

Youth making garlic & herb vinegar at the Cuyahoga County Extension's 4-H booth at the Old Brooklyn Farmers Market, July 30th, 2026. Find more about 4-H in Ohio Here: https://ohio4h.org/ Find a local farmers market here: https://www.usdalocalfoodportal.com/fe/fdirectory_farmersmarket/?source=fe&directory=farmersmarket&location=&x=&y=