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Ohio Farm Bureau offered conferences for Farm Bureau youth during the summer months.
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Ohio Farm Bureau offers programs for youths.
Ohio Farm Bureau 2010 Year in Review: Looking Back
2010 brought new challenges and new opportunities.
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This gentleman purchased a pygmy goat from Dry Run Acres Pygmy Goat Farm, featured in Butler County's diaries.
County Farm Bureau Round-up - Dec. 2010
A quick look at what’s happening in county Farm Bureaus throughout the state.
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Counties recognized for local programs
The exceptional work of county Farm Bureau volunteers was recognized during the County Achievement Awards program at OFBF’s annual meeting.
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Ruth McLaughlin was the first Farm Bureau volunteer to receive the Agricultural Communicator Award.
Four outstanding leaders in Ohio agriculture honored
Lois Boyer, Sen. George Voinovich, Wade Leaman and Ruth McLaughlin were recognized for their many years of service to agriculture.
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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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Adam and Aubrey Bolender
Bolenders, Weaver will represent Ohio in national competitions
Adam and Aubrey Bolender of Russelville have been recognized as the 2010 Outstanding Young Farmers. Jenifer Weaver of North Jackson was recognized as the recipient of the Excellence in Agriculture Award
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Medical Mutual of Ohio details new health care law
Representatives from Medical Mutual of Ohio provided farmers at Ohio Farm Bureau's annual meeting with an overview of a number of new provisions in the nation’s new health care law and an outlook on the politics surrounding it.
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Nationwide Insurance CEO Steve Rasmussen addressing farmers at OFBF's annual meeting.
Nationwide sees future in services for farmers
Nationwide Insurance was started to help farmers and it wants to continue to be in the marketplace to do just that, according to CEO Steve Rasmussen.
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OFBF Communications Specialist Dan Toland shares the impact of social media on agriculture.
Farmers feeding off impact of social media
Social media has benefited agriculture in many ways, according to Ohio Farm Bureau Communications Specialist Dan Toland.
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Outgoing Director of Agriculture Robert Boggs (l) was recognized for his work by OFBF President Brent Porteus.
Boggs: Livestock Care Board making progress, slowly
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board is moving slowly, but that’s because it is being thorough, Ohio Department of Agriculture Director (ODA) Robert Boggs told attendees at Ohio Farm Bureau’s annual meeting.
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Deficit, regional differences shaping farm bill talks
How much money will it cost and where will it come from? With heightened awareness about federal spending, those will be the two questions lawmakers will be asking about every proposal they consider, including the 2012 Farm Bill.
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Executive Vice President Jack Fisher encouraged farmers to address the questions that consumers have about agriculture.
Public’s attention has turned toward farmers
The opportunity to participate in the discussions that shape agriculture is the No. 1 benefit of membership in Ohio Farm Bureau, according to Executive Vice President Jack Fisher.
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John Kasich
Kasich lays out vision for agriculture
Ohio governor-elect John Kasich highlighted several of his priorities and introduced the next director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture during Ohio Farm Bureau’s annual meeting.
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Much of the discussion centered on the effort to balance the state budget in the face of a potential $8 billion deficit.
More than 300 farmers reach consensus on goals for 2011
After being elected in their counties to finalize Ohio Farm Bureau Federation’s (OFBF) policies, 343 family-farmers served as delegates to the group’s annual meeting.
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Velvet Ice Cream and Ohio Farm Bureau announce flavor contest winner
Alex Grooms, of Williamsburg, Ohio, is the winner of Velvet Ice Cream and Ohio Farm Bureau Federation's 2010 Create-a-Flavor contest with his creation, Honey Caramel Ice Cream.
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OFB Foundation scholarships available in 2011
Ohio students pursuing an agricultural-related degree are invited to apply for a set of $1,000 scholarships available through three program areas supported by the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation.
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Ohio Sheep and Goat Producers invited to 'District' programs
The Ohio Sheep Improvement Association (OSIA) and Ohio State University Extension invite Ohio sheep and goat producers to a set of “District” educational outreach programs throughout the state to learn more about different areas of sheep and goat production.
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Ohio Livestock Coalition accepting nominations for 'Neighbor of the Year' awards
Do you know someone who has positively developed or enhanced relationships between neighbors in Ohio’s farm communities? The Ohio Livestock Coalition (OLC), in partnership with the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, is now accepting nominations for the 2011 Neighbor of the Year awards.
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Strickland
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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American Farm Bureau President Bob Stallman congratulates Ohio Farm Bureau President Brent Porteus on stage Sunday
Awarded in Atlanta
Ohio Farm Bureau, contestants, county Farm Bureau recognized on opening day of American Farm Bureau's annual meeting.
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Check out what's happening with your county Farm Bureau
County Farm Bureau Roundup - January, 2011
Scholarships, hearty breakfasts, family fun, informational meetings on a wide variety of food and farm topics and even filling job openings make winter a busy season for Ohio's county Farm Bureaus. Here's the latest on what's happening in your neck of the woods.
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The winning recipe in the Velvet Ice Cream and Ohio Farm Bureau ice cream flavor contest featured honey as an ingredient
Ice cream flavor contest winner favors Ohio honey
Alex Grooms, a 13-year-old eighth-grader from Williamsburg is the winner of the Velvet Ice Cream and Ohio Farm Bureau Create-A-Flavor contest. His creation, Honey Caramel Ice Cream, is a mix of vanilla ice cream layered with sweet Ohio honey and caramel.
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One of a number of
Life is Better with Animals
Ohio Farm Bureau's Animals For Life Foundation is launching the “Life is Better with Animals” campaign to show importance of mutually beneficial human and animal interactions.
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Fire claims persist as homeowners take risks to stay warm
A review of Nationwide Insurance claims data reveals significant jumps in home fires started by alternative heating sources – such as fireplaces, wood burning stoves and space heaters.
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