Farm Science Review - 2015
Farmers and producers can gain a sharper edge and glean cutting-edge ideas from experts from the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University during this year’s Farm Science Review Sept. 22-24 at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center in London, Ohio.
- Event Type:
- Trade Show/Exhibition
- Date:
- Sep. 22-24, 2015
- Venue:
- Molly Caren Agricultural Center
- Location:
- London , OH , USA
About
Throughout its history, Ohio State University’s Farm Science Review has been at the forefront of showcasing the future of agriculture.
The Molly Caren Agricultural Center (MCAC) near London, Ohio is home to the Farm Science Review and attracts upwards of 140,000 visitors from all over the United States and Canada, who come for three days to peruse 4,000 product lines from 600 commercial exhibitors, and learn the latest in agricultural production. The educational programs feature Ohio State and Purdue specialists and are second to none in the agricultural exhibition world.
The 80-acre exhibit area allows visitors and exhibitors to experience all aspects of agriculture production. Inside the exhibit area are the static displays, but the FSR dedicates over 600 acres of land for field demonstrations such as corn and soybean combines, tillage, nutrient and lime applications, and drainage installations.
The Gwynne Conservation Area, GCA, is a 67-acre demonstration and education area for agriculture and natural resources management practices. The Gwynne is home to a natural stream, wetland, ponds, windbreak plantings, crop tree plantings, wildlife food plots, soil pit, riparian forests, dry hydrant and much more. The Gywnne also has an all-season log cabin where educational sessions and classes are taught.
As we move forward improving the Farm Science Review, we can not forget the people and places that provided the foundation of what the FSR is today.
Roy M. Kottman, a former dean of Ohio State's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (known as the College of Agriculture at the time) is credited for launching Farm Science Review. At the time, the college was looking for a replacement to 'Farm and Home Week,' a 46-year-old program that came to its end in 1959. In 1961, Kottman was approached by M.R. Maxon, regional branch sales manager for International Harvester Corporation. Maxon wanted to know if Ohio State was interested in sponsoring a farm machinery show that would include field demonstrations and educational displays.
Meetings between Kottman and Maxon soon involved Ray Mattson of the Columbus Tractor Club, Thomas Wonderling of OSU Extension, and Robert P. Worral from the College of Agriculture. In March 1962, the group finalized a 'Memorandum of Agreement' among the Ohio Expositions Commission, the Ohio State University and the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center (known as the Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station at that time). Later that year, Ohio State President Novice G. Fawcett signed the memorandum. Kottman signed for the College of Agriculture and Rowland Bishop signed for the Ohio Expositions Commission. Farm Science Review was officially born.
The first show was held in 1963 at the Ohio State University Don Scott Airport in northwest Columbus, Ohio.
Over 18,000 visitors paid 50 cents a ticket to view 116 commercial exhibits and be the first to witness no-till corn demonstrations. For the next decade, visitors were treated to such programs as research on 20-inch (510 mm) and 30-inch (760 mm) corn rows, the introduction of big farm equipment, solid-row soybean planting, conservation exhibits, fertilizer application by airplane, and research to fight corn blight.
Features
2015 Features at a Glance
- This is the 53rd Farm Science Review, the 33nd at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center.
- Hundreds of demonstration plots and several million dollars worth of machinery.
- Twenty-second year of inductions into the Farm Science Review Hall of Fame.
- Ohio Farmer Conservation Awards; Thursday at 11:30.
- OSU Central, featuring demonstrations and displays from OSU colleges and departments.
- Lots of farm safety, home safety and health information.
- Comprehensive field demonstrations each day of the show.
- Expanded programs on conservation practices in the Gwynne Conservation Area.
- An arts and crafts exhibit tent.
We expect to completely fill the commercial exhibit area this year, with over 600 exhibitors from all over North America in the Central Exhibit Area.
Field Demonstrations
Harvesting, strip-tilling, global positioning, planting, manure and tillage demonstrations will take place every day. Check the schedule for demonstration times.
The Ohio Land Improvement Contractors Association will be back in 2015 for another year installing drainage systems in three FSR fields. See the latest technology in water gates, control structures and drainage designs.
OSU Central
The McCormick, Bailey, Firebaugh buildings and the Utzinger Garden are home to OSU Central, an area where we feature information from OSU colleges and departments. This year's displays focus on farm health and safety, cancer prevention, farm management programs, financial and economical information, the environment, and human and community development. Outside in the Utzinger Garden, sessions offer tips about home yards and gardens.
McCormick Building Programs
Concurrent sessions will take place in a gazebo in OSU Central's McCormick Building. There will also be sessions in the Utzinger Garden.
Antique Farm Equipment
The popular antique equipment building, corner of Market and Friday, has overflowed into the William L. George Building at the corner of Friday and Hay. More than 1,600 pieces of farm machinery, garden equipment and kitchen utensils from between 1800 and 1930 are in our collection. Special attractions are the 1805 wooden moldboard plow, antique garden tractors and an 1860 Milwaukee reaper. Look for the newest pieces including a horse-drawn milk wagon and a 1923 Model T milk truck!
Gwynne Conservation Area
At the first shuttle stop on the way to the Field Demonstrations, new exhibitors and information from the natural resource management experts will be available again this year. Scheduled programs will also be conducted on a variety of conservation practices. Shuttle tours of the Conservation Area will also be offered.
Programs & Activities
The Gwynne Conservation Area is used year-round for educational programs conducted by local and state agencies as well as other natural resource related organizations.
The premier event at the Gwynne takes place during the Farm Science Review held each September at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center. During the three-day event, more than 4000 visitors explore the displays, demonstrations, programs and activities on the Gwynne grounds. Shuttles bring Farm Science Review visitors to the Conservation Area on their way to and from the field demonstrations. For more information on last year’s events at the Gwynne during the Review, click here.
The Gwynne During Farm Science Review
Come to Farm Science Review September 22-24, 2015 and visit the Gwynne Conservation Area.
Experts from across Ohio will present scheduled programs on natural resources topics, such as Attracting Barn Owls, Rain Barrel and Home Composting How-To, Evaluating the Health of Your Soils, and Creating Structures for Pond Fisheries, Environmental Impacts of Shale Gas Exploration, and much more!
In addition, theme areas will house displays and a wealth of information on Forestry and Wildlife, Grasslands, Aquatics, Watersheds, and Soils. Experts will be on hand to answer your natural resource and conservation questions. The School of Environment & Natural Resources will have an area for students to explore careers in natural resources.
Exhibitors and Vendors at the Gwynne
The Farm Science Review attracts hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of visitors each year. At the Gwynne Conservation Area, exhibitors can reach a target audience of landowners interested in natural resource management on their land. Each year a growing number of businesses, trade organizations, and environmental and educational organizations provide visitors to the Gwynne with tools and information to meet their resource management needs.
At a Glance:
- Forestry, wildlife, aquatics, grasslands, and watershed theme areas filled with displays and demonstrations
- Scheduled programs, displays, and demonstrations on conservation-related topics
- Experts from state agencies and other natural resource management organizations answer visitor questions
- More than 4500 visitors in 3 days
- Information on installation of conservation practices, including grassland cover and wetlands, and forestry and pond management
- Vendors of conservation-oriented products and services
- Your company reaching out to a focused clientele of private landowners!
FIRST STEP Educational Orientation Guide
We changed the name from Fast-Track to FIRST STEP (Farming Includes Revolutionary Science & Technology with Stewardship Through Environmental Programs). The name change is just the start to providing a greater opportunity for each student to reach their potential learning experience at the FSR. The goal of this program is to have more educational sessions and activities for the student to interact with and participate.
As always, the Review has three main areas to be explored. One area is the extensive commercial exhibits where all types of agricultural businesses exhibit and demonstrate their products or services. The second is the field demonstration area, where actual operation of machinery is taking place under field conditions. Students can observe comparisons in machine performance, learn about proper field adjustments and observe expert machinery operators handling equipment properly and safely. The third area is the Gwynne Conservation Area, where many conservation practices have been implemented for landowners and farmers to observe.
2014 educational sessions and displays for students to learn and explore.
Here are some of the highlights in the FSR Exhibit Area:
Commercial Exhibits
We will completely fill the commercial exhibit area this year, with over 600 exhibitors from all over North America in the Central Exhibit Area. Encourage your students to survey the grounds and learn about the different agribusinesses available to assist farmers in both crop and animal production as well as in areas of natural resources conservation.
OSU Central
The McCormick, Bailey, Firebaugh buildings and the Utzinger Garden are home to OSU, an area where we feature information from OSU colleges and departments. This year's displays focus on farm health and safety, cancer prevention, farm management programs, financial and economical information, the environment, and human and community development. Concurrent sessions will take place in the McCormick Building, Utzinger Garden and Question the Authorities. Outside in the Utzinger Garden, sessions offer tips about home yards and gardens.
Antique Farm Equipment
The popular antique equipment building at the corner of Friday Ave and Market St, has overflowed into the William L. George Building at the corner of Friday Ave and Hay St. More than 1,600 pieces of farm machinery, garden equipment and kitchen utensils between 1800 and 1930 are in our collection. Special attractions are the 1805 wooden moldboard plow, antique garden tractors and an 1860 Milwaukee reaper. Look for the newest pieces including a horse-drawn milk wagon and a 1923 Model T milk truck!
Center for Small Farms
The Center for Small Farms is located at the corner of Corn Ave and Beef St (Lot 155). The Center was established to provide information to smaller acreage farming operations. Programming at the Center for Small Farms includes: SARE Producer Grants, Berry Production, Pasture Raised Poultry, Organic Apple Production, Agri-Tourism and Advertising, Meat Goat Production, Developing Fair Rents, and many more.
Gwynne Conservation Area
At the first shuttle stop on the way to the Field Demonstrations, information from Gwynne exhibitors and from the natural resource management experts will be available this year. Scheduled programs will also be conducted on a variety of conservation practices. Shuttle tours of the Conservation Area will be offered.
Refer to the FSR schedule for a complete list daily events and presentations in these areas.
Along with the highlighted areas, we are implementing some activities for the 2014 show:
Ag Teen Challenge (OSU Area)-This is a fast paced game where students can test their skills and knowledge in agriculture.
Buckeye World at the Bailey Building (lot 383) – Travel through the deparment displays to learn about opportunities in the College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Student games and prizes from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Farm Science Review Mission
The mission of the Farm Science Review is to provide access to current knowledge and technologies which enhance the quality of life and market competitiveness of individuals, families, industries, and communities. This mission is accomplished by showcasing research, products, services, and experience through educational exhibits, presentations, and demonstrations on crop and livestock industries, natural resources and life-styles.
Admission
With the FIRST STEP Orientation, a London HS FFA student will greet you and your students on the bus and provide a short informational greeting. We will ask that you fill out a contact sheet for us that will assist in contacting you or your school during the visit, if needed.
2015 FSR Features at a Glance
This is the 53rd Farm Science Review, the 33rd at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center. It features…
- 2,100 total acres.
- 83 acres of exhibit space.
- 700-plus acres of field demonstrations
- Hundreds of demonstration plots and several million dollars worth of machinery.
- Over 600 commercial exhibitors will represent more than 4,000 companies.
- 100,000-plus annual visitors
- Twenty first year inductions into the Farm Science Review Hall of Fame.
- Ohio Farmer Conservation Awards; Thursday at 11:30.
- OSU Central, featuring demonstrations and displays from OSU colleges and departments.
- Lots of farm safety, home safety and health information.
- Global Positioning Systems (GPS) hands-on demonstrations in the demonstration fields.
- Expanded programs on conservation practices in the Gwynne Conservation Area.
- An arts and crafts exhibit tent.
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