As we enter the latter part of July, the crop season is now well underway with some important trends emerging.

Many gardeners define a weed as any plant growing where it’s not wanted. But what one person sees as a nuisance, another may consider beneficial ground cover. Take milkweed, for example. While some view it as undesirable, others value it for supporting pollinators like monarch butterflies.

Allen County Commissioners introduced the new Ohio State University Extension Educator for the county, Garth McDorman, during a recent meeting. McDorman, a native of Allen County, is excited to assist local residents with various agricultural and environmental concerns.