These groups are helping Ohio Farm Bureau engage consumer and farmers members in new ways where they can participate. The sites are built on shared interests, and the communities deliver value around peer-to-peer learning and fellowship. Our Ohio Gardening is open to anyone who has an interest in growing their own food. The group continues to grow with nearly 170 members, and conversation has incl...
The July 1, 2013 meeting will be held at the Wyandot Memorial Hospital Conference Room @ 7:00 pm. The Wyandot County Board of Trustees meeting is the 1st Monday of each month at the Wyandot Memorial Hospital Conference Room, 855 N Sandusky St., Upper Sandusky. The meeting begins at 7:00 pm. Items to be considered at the meeting are required to be on the agenda for discussion. Please contact th...
The June 3, 2013 meeting will be held at the Wyandot Memorial Hospital Conference Room @ 7:00 pm. The Wyandot County Board of Trustees meeting is the 1st Monday of each month at the Wyandot Memorial Hospital Conference Room, 855 N Sandusky St., Upper Sandusky. The meeting begins at 7:00 pm. Items to be considered at the meeting are required to be on the agenda for discussion. Please contact the...
Many Ohio livestock farmers will be subject to new requirements under the animal disease traceability system, according to rules published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) will host a members-only webinar to explain the requirements and answer questions. The online meeting will be May 29 from 7 to 8 p.m. Registration is required by May 28. The we...
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Buying local is a fast moving trend across the United States, but no other industry has experienced the benefits of this recent movement more than agriculture. Within Ohio, countless roadside stands, farmers markets, wineries, garden centers and U-pick locations all face strong competition from larger operations, but they have a big advantage by providing some of the freshest fruits and vegetables...
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Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) has announced the winner of its 2013 Children’s Literature Award. The Guardian Team: On the Job with Rena and Roo by Cat Urbigkit was honored for its depiction of agriculture and contribution to American literature. The Guardian Team: On the Job with Rena and Roo introduces young readers to a dog and burro team at work on a sheep ranch in Wyoming. Urbigkit includ...
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David White is pictured here addressing Farm Bureau members from Hancock, Hardin, Seneca and Wyandot County. The purpose of this training session was to help farmers have productive conversations that build trust and confidence in food, farming and agriculture. The training session was developed by the U. S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance and is entitled Conversation with E.A.S.E. (Engage, Acknow...
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Are you the face of Farm Bureau? Over my many years of working with volunteers at Farm Bureau I thought about what it takes to be a Farm Bureau volunteer. We have many areas that people can volunteer. Some of my volunteers are board members. They faithfully attend board meetings and give input about the many items we discuss. They are the leaders of the organization. They are usually the firs...
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Kayla Weaver of Upper Sandusky has been named as one of the four state finalists in Ohio Farm Bureau’s 2013 Young Agricultural Professionals Discussion Meet. The annual contest tests participants’ subject knowledge, problem solving abilities and personal and small group communications skills. The young agricultural professionals will participate in the finals of the competition at the Young Agricu...
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Outstanding Young Farmer Contest Ohio Farm Bureau is looking for the top young farmers in the state. This award is designed to recognize successful young farmers, age 35 or younger, for achievements in the business of farming and leadership in the agricultural community.Four state finalists will be selected from county winners in 2012 and previous years to compete at the state level. The finalists...