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AFBF President Stallman (r) leads farmers from across the nation during the policy session at AFBF's 90th annual meeting
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Play video above to hear Marion County Farm Bureau's Cy Prettyman explain the Follow Farming project.
From Seed to Market: "Follow Farming" through innovative local project
For seven months, Marion County Farm Bureau leaders and others will be documenting the growth of the corn and soybean crops through its "Follow Farming" social media campaign. Along the way, they'll show the process from seed to harvest to market.
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From the farm forum
Each year, U.S. House Minority Leader John Boehner holds a farm forum in his southwest Ohio district to discuss issues facing American agriculture. OFBF President Brent Porteus highlighted some of those issues for attendees during this year’s event. Below are excerpts from Porteus’ speech.
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Full program for OFBF annual meeting
Ohio Farm Bureau members from across the state will develop the organization's positions on farm and rural issues during the 91st annual meeting to be held Dec. 1 to 3 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Columbus.
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Full-year membership approach made for easier campaign
Last summer, Ohio Farm Bureau reached gain for its 41st consecutive year under the new full-year membership campaign approach. The new campaign style allows volunteers to work on selling memberships as they have time.
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Funding for water quality initiatives is essential
Farm Bureau members are asked to remind lawmakers of the direct link between water quality and the amount of state money invested in OSU Extension, ATI and OARDC, the Ohio Sea Grant program, the National Center of Water Quality Research at Heidelberg University, Ohio Department of Agriculture and Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Soil and Water Resources.
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Funding up for animal rights
Total donations to the most significant domestic and international animal-rights groups reached nearly $330 million in 2007.
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Gear up for Issue 2 at Farm Science Review
With an anticipated 140,000 visitors to the Farm Science Review, Ohio Farm Bureau hopes to draw not only new OFBF members but supporters for creating the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board.
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Larry Gearhardt
Gearhardt appointed to AFBF General Counsel Advisory Committee
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s Board of Directors has appointed three new members to serve on the AFBF General Counsel Advisory Committee through 2011. AFBF has a distinguished history of selective participation in litigation matters that implement and advance Farm Bureau’s policies.
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General Assembly Approves Livestock Care Standards Board Resolution
Farm and Commodity Groups Applaud General Assembly's Action to Approve Resolution Authorizing Livestock Care Standards Board Ballot Measure
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Land is cleared as part of a pipeline project in eastern Ohio.
Get answers about pipeline contracts
The second phase of Ohio’s extensive natural gas and oil exploration is now underway. Landowners across the state are being asked to sign off on pipeline easements, which means a new round of contract negotiations.
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Get involved with 'Agriculture is Cool'
The program at the Ohio State Fair includes interactive stations and helps showcase the way agriculture impacts the lives of Ohioans. There are many opportunities for county Farm Bureau involvement.
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Logan County Farm Bureau's Ag Coffee Shop is one of many opportunties available in the coming weeks
Get Involved with April-May-June county Farm Bureau opportunties
There is always something happening at the local level when it comes to Farm Bureau. Here’s a quick glance of what you’ll find on the county Farm Bureau blog pages here on OFBF.org from April through early June, 2011.
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Getting social on the web
Ohio Farm Bureau found a new way to forge a partnership between farmers and consumers in 2009 by incorporating social media into its Web presence.
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GM Discount added to OFBF member benefits
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.
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Gordon Gee talks about State Issue 2
Dr. Gee gave Ohio Farm Bureau his opinion on Issue 2 during recording of its Town Hall Ohio radio program. Here's what he had to say.
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Gordon-Coy wins 2010 Discussion Meet
Nichole Gordon-Coy of Carrollton is the winner of OFBF’s 2010 Discussion Meet.
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Gov. Kasich highlights economic opportunities for Ohio agriculture
Asked about his philosophy on the role of government during a recent taping of Ohio Farm Bureau’s radio show 'Town Hall Ohio,' Ohio Gov. John Kasich said government should do what people can’t do for themselves.
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Government would get more control in proposed Clean Water Act bill
Proposed changes to the Clean Water Act could negatively affect Ohio farmers if passed.
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Governor announces Ohio Livestock Care Board Appointments
13-member Care Board is set
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Sen. Tom Neihaus (R)
Governor calls for education overhaul
Gov. Ted Strickland hopes a sweeping education plan will increase accountability and performance standards while reworking school funding.
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Governor Completes Agreement Between Ohio Ag Leaders, HSUS
Gov. Ted Strickland has issued an executive order that completes the governor’s responsibilities brokered in the agreement between Ohio’s agricultural leaders and the Humane Society to enhance animal care standards while maintaining a vibrant livestock industry in Ohio.
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Governor speaks to Farm Bureau members
Gov. John Kasich recently met with the OFBF board of trustees about issues facing Ohio, including his proposal to modernize Ohio’s severance tax system to keep up with new oil and gas production.
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Grandin to headline Animals for Life Foundation summit
World renowned animal handling pioneer and subject of an HBO movie about her life, Dr. Temple Grandin, will headline the first ever Animals for Life Summit in Columbus, March 20, 2013.
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Grants available through OFB Foundation
Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation (Foundation) is inviting community service groups in rural, suburban and/or urban settings, as well as independent producers and agribusinesses, to apply for a series of grants to fund programs highlighting agriculture and its impact on the community.
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