2011 Year in Review --OFBF continually develops new leaders for Ohio agriculture
The Young Agricultural Professionals and AgriPOWER programs continue to offer leadership development opportunities.
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AgriPOWER trip to Washington, D.C.
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Adam Sharp, OFBF Vice President of Public Policy, discussing recent developments with the 2012 Farm Bill
2012 Farm Bill Update
The Senate Agriculture Committee has passed its version of a farm bill that would dramatically reform and reauthorize farm bill programs for five years. Ohio Farm Bureau's Adam Sharp provides this audio update.
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2011 Discussion Meet finalists competing at annual meeting
2012 Young Ag Professionals Discussion Meet entry forms due June 29
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Agricultural Professionals program is accepting entries for the 2012 Discussion Meet contest. Entry forms are due June 29.
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2013 NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant Proposals
Farmers and ranchers in the North Central Region are invited to submit grant proposals to explore sustainable agriculture solutions to problems on the farm or ranch. The 2013 North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (NCR-SARE) Farmer Rancher Grant Proposals are due Nov. 29 at 4:30 p.m. at the NCR-SARE office in Saint Paul, MN.
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29 counties attain Pacesetter membership status
Twenty-nine counties have attained Pacesetter status, setting the stage for them to achieve membership gain by the end of the campaign year. The Pacesetter award is for counties that had at least 93 percent of active farmer membership by March 31.
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5 ways to help support Ohio agriculture
If you believe in Ohio Farm Bureau’s efforts to protect farmers, stand up for animal agriculture, promote locally grown foods, advocate for good government and communicate with consumers, the organization needs your help. More than ever, farmers are needed to join together to address a multitude of issues facing agriculture and rural Ohio.
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Donald Schreiber
94th annual meeting recap: the speakers
See what annual meeting speakers had to say on the topics of ag education, estate planning, water quality, community development and taxes.
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A better state
Ohio Farm Bureau's numerous successes in 2009 have made the Buckeye State a better place.
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A big win & more work ahead
Farm Bureau at the statehouse: Budget, Education Reform, Hunting Permits
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Darrell Rubel
A Capitol Challenge: Unlocking Teen Leadership Potential
Ohio Farm Bureau Director of Learning Delivery, Darrell Rubel, gives an encouraging recap of a new partnership between Ohio Farm Bureau, Ohio FFA and Ohio 4-H that is helping teens take an active role in public policy and impact their local communities.
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Roush, center, pictured with OFBF President Brent Porteus (l) and Executive Vice President Jack Fisher.
A career of education
After nearly 20 years working with education programs and assisting volunteers and teachers in helping students learn the origins of their food, Judy Roush is returning to the family farm upon her retirement this month.
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Mike Schumm, an Ohio Farm Bureau state trustee, teaches kids about ag as part of the projects developed by his council.
A Community Council in action
Ohio Farm Bureau’s Community Council program provides an opportunity for Farm Bureau members to come together to discuss local issues and then take action. Here’s an example of how the Farmers R Us Community Council, made up of seven couples in Van Wert County, took on Ag in the Classroom as one of their community activities for the year.
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There's so much information about farming online. Here's an Ohio Farm Bureau guide to discovering.
A farm guide to the social web
Farmers, agribusinesses, agricultural leaders and farm organizations have build an expansive and valuable Internet presence. A guide of where to start.
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Alan and Kristin Hudson
A farmer wins in court, at a cost
In Maryland, a recent court case highlighted just how much a constructive approach to protecting the environment is needed.
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A growing backlash
Each day there are more signs that people are becoming fed up with HSUS tactics.
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This graphic explains CAUV & why values are increasing. View this story & click the link below the photo for details.
A guide to CAUV
Farmers who are enrolled in the Current Agricultural Use Valuation (CAUV) program have been seeing sharp increases in the taxable value of their land. This story/graphic explains why.
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A guide to influencing farm, rural policy
Ever wonder why Farm Bureau supports one issue and opposes another, or how it makes up its mind on hot button topics such as tax policy or livestock regulations?
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A Learning Experience
A young visitor to Ohio Farm Bureau's Land and Living exhibit at the Ohio State Fair gets a hand planting a flower. The display was one of many opportunities for visitors to learn about Ohio agriculture.
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Domenick, Sayre, Wagner, Schuring, Gibbs and Wilson
A look at the new state legislature
Several key Ohio House and Senate committees for agriculture have new chairmen and many have been strong supporters of agriculture.
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A lot to consider
Ohio Farm Bureau's Policy Development Committee holds first meeting.
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Rick Chiricosta, President & CEO Medical Mutual of Ohio
A message to Ohio Farm Bureau members
There is an old saying that suggests, “There is strength in numbers.” If that is true, our partnership with Ohio Farm Bureau is as solid as a rock. In these rough economic times, it is comforting to know that together we are meeting challenges head-on.
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A new era for the Ohio Farm Bureau
In 2009, Ohio Farm Bureau finalized a plan to ensure its future viability. More than 2,800 participants provided input into the 250 page plan titled "Ohio Farm Bureau's Envisioned Future — The New Era." The process resulted in the following updated vision statetment for the organization: "Ohio Farm Bureau's Vision is to forge a partnership between farmers and consumers that meets consumer needs, addresses public expectations and ensures agricultural prosperity in a global marketplace." The plan also identifies Farm Bureau's core values as Integrity and Honesty, Grassroots Involvement, Promoting Agriculture, Member Advocacy and Teamwork.
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Extension Connection will be published quarterly in Ohio Farm Bureau's Buckeye Farm News
A new partnership with an old friend
Extension and Farm Bureau have long been partners in making life better for farmers and all Ohioans. In November, Ohio farmers will find the first edition of Extension Connection, produced by OSU Extension and delivered exclusively to Ohio Farm Bureau members inside Buckeye Farm News.
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Ohio farmers leave Capitol Hill during an annual trip in which they meet with Washington officials.
A strong effective organization
A strong effective organization that is member driven, financially strong and focused on farmers
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A voice in government
Dealing with government can be intimidating. But public participation is necessary to ensure policymakers understand the needs of their constituents, that rules are reasonable and programs are responsive to taxpayers. That’s where Farm Bureau can help. It provides its members with a number of opportunities to connect with public officials, to learn about laws and regulations and to shape the debate. The organization’s grassroots process gives it its credibility and its power.
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