Ohio Department of Agriculture Organizes Pesticide Disposal Events for Farmers
The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) is set to host a series of pesticide disposal events aimed at helping farmers safely dispose of unwanted pesticides. These events will take place in Athens, Crawford, and Miami counties on August 3, August 24, and August 27, 2026, respectively. The collection events are free of charge and will only accept farm chemicals. Items such as paint, antifreeze, solvents, and household or non-farm pesticides will not be accepted. The initiative is part of ODA's efforts to prevent the illegal and potentially harmful disposal of pesticides, which can pose risks to human health, animals, and the environment. Last year, the ODA successfully collected nearly 74,000 pounds of pesticide products through similar events. 
