March 2012 County Farm Bureau Round-Up
Local ag scholarships, ag breakfasts, oil & gas informational meetings and more can be found through Ohio's county Farm Bureaus this month. Here's the complete run-down.
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Many issues for Congress to resolve after elections
With the November election just around the corner, Congress has been more focused on campaigns than pending legislation.
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Many farmers are already counted – are you one? Complete the Ag Census
The deadline for submitting Ag Census forms was Feb. 4, and 1.4 million census forms have already been returned. However, those farmers who did not respond by the original due date will receive another copy of the form in the mail to give them another opportunity. USDA reminds farmers that their farm is important and needs to be counted. It is required by law to respond to the census if you receive a form. NASS will start following up with nonrespondents by March 14 through either a phone call or visit.
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Manure applied to small fraction of farmland
About 5 percent of all U.S. cropland is fertilized by manure, according to a new USDA report.
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Pearle Burlingame, organization director, Tim Hume, communications key leader, Sen. Joe Schiavoni, Rich Mendenhall
Mahoning County Farm Bureau talks with foodies
The Mahoning County Farm Bureau was a key sponsor with Meridian Services for the “Our Valley Cooks Food Expo” featuring Celebrity Chef Melissa D’Arabian.
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Lorain County farmer uses Our Ohio Buying Local program to promote business
Farm Bureau members selling agricultural products directly to consumers are able to have a free business listing on the 'Our Ohio' Buying Local Directory.
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Delegates settle in for the first of a two-day session in approving OFBF policies for 2010
Looking Forward and Back
Ohio Farm Bureau leaders congratulate members, but look toward year ahead on second day of annual meeting
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A groundswell of support for Issue 2 saw tens of thousands of yard signs posted in fields & yards across the state.
Looking back on Issue 2
A brief history of one of the largest grassroots campaigns in Ohio agriculture.
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OFBF is currently following state legislation involving drainage, oil drilling, deer and several other issues.
Looking at legislation
Here’s a brief look at some agriculture-related legislation in which Ohio Farm Bureau Federation is involved and/or continues to monitor at the Statehouse.
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Farmers gathered with other community members to share a meal and raise money for a local humane organization.
Local food connects a community at county Farm Bureau event
Medina County Farm Bureau hosts farm tour and dinner in woods on a local dairy farm featuring local foods, and benefiting a local animal shelter.
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Our Ohio cooking instructor Marilou Suszko, right, explains cuts of pork.
Local events connect Ohioans to the farm
Nearly 40 Grow and Know events have taken place throughout the state ranging from local foods cooking classes and farm tours to farm market tours and on-farm dinners.
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Lea Kimley (third from left) was recognized for exhibiting the Grand Champion Barrow at the Ohio State Fair.
Local celebration honors Clark County State Fair champion
Bob Evans Restaurants, JD Equipment and Ohio Farm Bureau Federation hosted a community celebration Aug. 20 at a Clark County Bob Evans Restaurant honoring Lea Kimley and her family on their achievement: exhibiting the Grand Champion Barrow at the 2012 Ohio State Fair.
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Local action protects area farmers from road restriction
Harrison County Farm Bureau took immediate action when a village council talked about enforcing the weight limit on a road used by chicken producers.
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Lobbying via video
Guernsey County Farm Bureau uses electronic communication to meet with legislators.
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Members of OFBF Advisory Teams will meet to discuss issues and make policy recommendations.
Livestock, climate issues to be discussed at OFBF conference
Ohio Farm Bureau’s annual Trends and Issues conference will feature presenters on animal agriculture and consumer issues, climate change and an update on livestock care and the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board.
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Livestock meeting is April 6
The Ohio Livestock Coalition is holding its annual meeting and industry symposium on April 6 at Der Dutchman in Plain City.
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Livestock lessons
Charlie Arnot, CEO of the Center for Food Integrity, discusses animal agriculture issues with OFBF organization directors during a training meeting held last month in Columbus.
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Livestock issues discussed on Town Hall Ohio
Modern livestock agriculture and its adversaries are highlighted on this week’s episode of Town Hall Ohio.
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Livestock farmers prepare to reach out to community
As the livestock industry faces increasing criticism, farmers are working to share their stories with consumers.
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Livestock display travels to Delaware County
Delaware County Farm Bureau took notice when an animal activist group displayed anti-animal agriculture information in the Delaware Library. In an effort to help educate the public about the positives of animal agriculture, the board formed a committee to put together its own display for the library.
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Livestock coalition meeting looks at animal care issues
Representatives of the American Humane Association, which is supporting the efforts of the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board, recently addressed a record crowd of more than 200 individuals at the Ohio Livestock Coalition annual meeting.
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Pickaway County farmer Mike Videkovich asked members of the Board to consider all aspects of animal care issues.
Livestock care board wraps up listening sessions
After holding six public listening sessions throughout the state, the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board is ready to talk specifics.
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OFBF members joined state officials and Gov. Strickland as he signed the implementing legislation for the Board.
Livestock care board to start work
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board is expected to begin meeting in the coming weeks as almost all members have been appointed.
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Livestock Care Board to be focus of Town Hall Ohio
Progress toward establishing the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board will be discussed this week on Town Hall Ohio. Additionally, efforts by out-of-state animal rights activists to take over the Care Board's duties will be explained.
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Livestock Care Board looks toward group housing for veal
During a recent meeting, the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board agreed to set targets for its standards on veal calf housing.
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