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The Ohio State University (OSU) Extension in Mahoning County is offering several classes in 2026 and is inviting interested community members to apply.

CANFIELD The Ohio State University (OSU) Extension in Mahoning County is offering several classes in 2026 and is inviting interested community members to apply.
According to a news release, several classes will be offered in 2026, including:
ServSafe Food Safety Training Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist (OCVN)
Applications to the MGV and OCVN classes are due by Friday, December 5, 2025.
Registration for the ServSafe Food Safety Training is encouraged, as space is limited and classes usually fill quickly, according to the release.
An outline of the MGV and OCVN classes are included in the release.
The MGV class aims to provide an in-depth training in horticulture. It allows individuals to share science-based gardening knowledge and support educational programs.
The OCVN class aims to provide training in ecology, wildlife and environmental stewardship for volunteers interested in natural resource education.
The ServSafe Food Safety Training classes are designed to certify or recertify food service managers, operators and staff in food safety and handling.
Several ServSafe Food Safety Training classes are scheduled, including:
January 5 and January 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an exam on January 12 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. March 16 and March 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an exam on March 23 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. May 4 and May 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an exam on May 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Registration can be found online for the ServSafe Food Safety Training classes here, while the registration for the MGV class can be found here and the OCVN class can be found here.
The Mahoning County Office of OSU can be found at 490 South Broad Street in Canfield, and can be reached by phone at 330-533-5538.
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