Farmers voice concerns on child labor rules
While farmers recently welcomed news that the U.S. Department of Labor will reconsider rules regarding
youth working on farms, concerns about the proposal remain.
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Ohioans signed their names to express opposition to House climate legislation during a rally in Lima last month.
Farmers want changes as climate bill goes to Senate
Saying that it could reduce net farm income by more than $5 billion over the next 10 years, Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) President Brent Porteus recently told a panel of lawmakers that farmers were concerned about cap and trade legislation passed by the U.S. House.
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Farmers weigh questions about use of antibiotics
While antibiotic resistance is a natural biological phenomenon, some are questioning the impact that antibiotics used in livestock production might have on public health.
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Farmers win environmental, good neighbor awards
Six Ohio agricultural producers recently received the 2009 Environmental Stewardship Award from commodity organizations and the Ohio Livestock Coalition (OLC)
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Farmers work locally
County Farm Bureaus across the state regularly contribute to their local communities.
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Farmers, supporters rally for Issue 2 in Columbus
Broad support shown for Livestock Care
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Several changes made to National Leafy Greens Agreement after farmers speak up
Farmers: Food safety proposals must fit Ohio
More than 1½ years ago, Ohio produce growers gathered in Columbus to testify about a proposed National Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement aimed at improving food safety and quality. The voluntary program was not very popular with Ohio farmers.
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Farmers’ messages heard at Ag Day at the Capitol
A video recap of Ohio Farm Bureau's 2010 Ag Day at the Capitol.
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Chad Endsley provides an explanation why some farmers may see land rental rates increase.
Farmland rental rates increasing? Land stewardship may trump price.
Interest in renting farmland continues to be strong, as some farmers look for more land to try to take advantage of high crop values.
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Fayette County Farm Bureau presents $2,500 reward
Jon Hobbs of Clarksburg was presented with a reward check of $2,500 for information he provided to the Fayette County Sheriff’s office that led to the arrest of two individuals convicted of receiving stolen property taken from Fayette County Farm Bureau member James Hobbs of Bloomingburg.
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