2024 Annual OHOC Meeting and Conference

Friday, November 1, 2024 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm (ET)

Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4H Center, Ohio State University

2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, Ohio

The Ohio Organics Council (OHOC) Annual Conference is back! Join industry professionals, innovators, and policymakers for a day filled with insightful presentations, engaging breakout sessions, and valuable networking opportunities. This is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about advancing organics recycling and composting in Ohio.

Event Details

Event Date: November 1, 2024

Time: 8:15am to 3:30pm (ET)

Location: Nationwide & Ohio Farm Bureau 4H Center, Ohio State University, 2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, Ohio


Cost:

$75 for OHOC members

$90 for non-members
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OHOC Conference Agenda:

OHOC Highlights | Jason Ziss, Kurtz Bros.

An overview of OHOC’s key achievements and ongoing efforts in advancing organics recycling and composting.

NRCS Soil Carbon Amendment Conservation Practice | Jason Undercoffer, USDA NRCS

Learn about practices to improve soil health and productivity through carbon amendments from USDA NRCS.

Updates from Ohio EPA | Lindsey Grimm, Ohio EPA

A summary of the latest regulatory updates and initiatives from the Ohio EPA impacting organics management.

Agricultural Soil Health Solutions: The Missing Link | Jason Ziss, Kurtz Bros.

Discover how composting is addressing soil health challenges to create more resilient agricultural systems.

Breakout Sessions: Influencing Change | All attendees

Attendees collaborate and share strategies to drive change in Ohio’s organics recycling efforts.

Evaluating Compost in Urban Stormwater Treatment | Tim Ryan, Ohio State University

Research on how compost and feedstock choices impact urban stormwater filtration and environmental benefits.

Reducing Plastics in the Waste Stream | Beth Biggins-Ramer & Katharyne Starinsky, Cuyahoga County

Insights into reducing plastic waste through initiatives like bag bans and related efforts in Ohio.

Compost for Cannabis Production | Christine DeJesus, Galenas Cannabis

Learn how compost enhances soil quality and plant health in sustainable cannabis farming.

Ohio’s PFAS Action Plan 2.0 | Jessica Langdon, Ohio EPA

A review of Ohio’s updated plan to manage PFAS chemicals and its impact on organics recycling.

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Event Sponsorship

The Ohio Organics Council (OHOC) invites you to support the advancement of composting and organics recycling by becoming a sponsor of the 2024 OHOC Annual Conference. For more information, please contact James Skora at [email protected] or 419-282-4338.

About the Organizers

The Ohio Organics Council

The Ohio Organics Council (OHOC) is the official Ohio State Chapter of the US Composting Council, advocating for organics recycling. Our mission is to increase the amount of organics recycled in Ohio by influencing legislation, training professionals, and facilitating dialogue among stakeholders. We offer membership opportunities for individuals interested in advancing organics recycling and provide financial support to gain influence.

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