2011 Year in Review -- OFBF submits arguments to Supreme Court
OFBF weighed in on three Ohio Supreme Court cases, which came out favorably for farmers this year.
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OFBF weighed in on three Ohio Supreme Court cases, which came out favorably for farmers this year.
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The Young Agricultural Professionals and AgriPOWER programs continue to offer leadership development opportunities.
By interacting with journalists we can assure that agriculture’s views are portrayed prominently and accurately, giving the public a better understanding of the issues important to farmers.
Ohio Farm Bureau’s Center for Food and Animal Issues continued to provide assistance to those dealing with animals care and cruelty complaints through its Animal Agriculture 101 training in 2011.
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The grants improve communities and make connections.
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2011 marked the fifth anniversary of OFBF’s weekly public affairs radio program, 'Town Hall Ohio.'
As consumers increasingly turn to the Internet for information about food production, Ohio Farm Bureau continued to increase and develop its online presence and that of its members in 2011.
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Ohio Farm Bureau built relationships with Bob Evans Farms, Longaberger and Velvet Ice Cream.
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More than 11,000 nonfarmers experienced Ohio agriculture through numerous county Farm Bureau-led “Grow and Know” events in 2011.
Ohio Farm Bureau members can now receive a $500 discount on qualifying 2011 or 2012 model year Chevrolet, GMC or Buick vehicle they purchase or lease.