Farmer’s Guide to Trucking Regulations available to Ohio Farm Bureau members
The guide includes a farm driver checklist, overview of state and federal regulations and exemptions, CDL qualifications and more.
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Applications for AgriPOWER Class X, a leadership and advocacy development program, are now available and due April 20, 2018. Twenty individuals will be selected to participate in AgriPOWER.
Topics covered during the seven multi-day institute programs will include public policy matters facing local communities, the state of Ohio, the nation and the world. Additionally, specific sessions will help class members develop important skills necessary to become effective leaders and advocates for agriculture.
Two of the institute sessions will be held out of state, one in Washington, D.C. and the other location will be decided at a later date, to help class members gain a valuable understanding of national and global issues. The sessions will encompass 17 total days. Download the program brochure for complete details about the AgriPOWER program.
You should apply for AgriPOWER Class X if:
2018-2019 SESSION OUTLINE
SESSION 1 | JULY 13-14
Columbus
Program orientation and getting to know Farm Bureau.
Personal strengths finder assessment, evolving leadership
development and public speaking training.
SESSION 2 | AUG. 9-11
Location TBA
Power and role of the media, spokesperson training,
changing nature of communications, social media, and
Ohio trade and export issues.
SESSION 3 | SEPT. 11-13
Washington, D.C.
Power of organizations, Farm Bureau’s process, national
and international issues, trade, demographics and federal
government basics.
SESSION 4 | NOV. 15-16
Columbus
Up-close look at state government, working with statewide
elected officials and politics and etiquette.
SESSION 5 | DEC 14-15
Location TBA
Local (township and county) government basics, local
economic development, energy issues and water quality.
Leading and understanding change, activists and advocacy,
divergent views, attacks on agriculture and food.
SESSION 6 | FEB. 21-23
Location TBD
Out of state agriculture tour. Explore current issues in
food, agriculture, and the environment in another state.
Gain a first-hand perspective of agricultural facilities, businesses
and Farm Bureau’s role in another state. Explore
ways for Farm Bureaus to work together.
SESSION 7 | MARCH 15-16
Columbus
Service opportunities to get engaged in agricultural organizations,
local organizations and Ohio Farm Bureau. Review business structures and transitions. AgriPOWER graduation
2018–2019 TUITION
The tuition is $4,500 per person, plus each individual
is responsible for a $400 participation deposit. Tuition
includes lodging, meals, breaks, group travel and all course
materials.
List of Class IX participants
The guide includes a farm driver checklist, overview of state and federal regulations and exemptions, CDL qualifications and more.
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Ohio Farm Bureau provides opportunities, platforms and resources to help you develop your voice in the industry and give farmers a seat at the table with leaders and legislators.
Read MoreThe emergency fuel waiver to allow the sale of summer gasoline blends containing 15% ethanol will lengthen the period during which Americans can continue buying E15 from June 1 to Sept. 15.
Read MoreThe Small-Scale Food Business Guide covers federal and state regulations for selling food products such as raw meat, dairy, eggs, baked goods, cottage foods, fruits and vegetables, honey and more.
Read MoreNew resources and technology are broadening the different types of sales tools and strategies available to farmers.
Read MoreODA will enroll 500,000 acres into the program for a two-week sign-up period, beginning April 22, 2024, through May 6, 2024. Contact local SWCD offices to apply.
Read MoreKatie Share of Columbus has been named ExploreAg and Youth Development Specialist for Ohio Farm Bureau.
Read MoreMary Klopfenstein of Delphos has been named Young Ag Professional and Ag Literacy Program Specialist for Ohio Farm Bureau.
Read MoreThe plan has been updated to give sole proprietors access to more rate stability and a smart solution that offers potential savings on health care.
Read MoreThe American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs to apply online by June 15 for the 2025 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge.
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