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Bills may soon ban horse slaughter
Two major pieces of legislation banning horse slaughter are expected to be reintroduced.
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Bill would establish Ohio Agriculture Week
Citing the contributions of Ohio’s farmers to the economy and the state’s rich agricultural heritage, OFBF testified in favor of a bill that would designate the week of Thanksgiving as Ohio Agriculture Week.
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In some rural areas, large animal veterinarians are in short supply.
Bill would address veterinarian shortage
The U.S. House this month passed a bill that would help increase the number of veterinarians working in livestock and food animal practices and in key public health fields. The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging the Senate to follow suit.
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OFBF's Chris Henney testified in favor of the bill
Bill will allow ODA to administer part of NPDES program
Passed in the Senate Wednesday, a bill to help facilitate the transfer of the NPDES program for concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) and storm water associated with construction activity to ODA from Ohio EPA is now awaiting the governor’s signature.
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Bill proposing rules on Lake Erie water withdrawal passes Ohio House
House Bill (HB) 473, a bill proposing rules on how much water farms and factories in Ohio can draw from Lake Erie, passed the Ohio House of Representatives April 25 with a vote of 59-38.
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Gov. Strickland signs SB 131, joined by bill sponsors Sens. Cafaro (left) and Gillmor.
Bill directs state to use bio-products
Gov. Ted Strickland has signed Senate Bill 131, sponsored by Sens. Karen Gillmor, R-Tiffin, and Capri Cafaro, D-Hubbard, which will establish a bio-products preferred purchasing program, making Ohio the first state in the country with such a program in statute.
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Farmers and agricultural professionals discuss new tools and a new tone to help them connect with customers.
Beyond the Choir: Ohio agvocates work to reach out to nonfarmers
The AgChat Foundation’s recent Agvocacy 2.0 Conference in Nashville was anything but a traditional farmer and rancher gathering.
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Steve Berk
Berk named organization director
Steve Berk has been named organization director for Ohio Farm Bureau in Clinton, Fayette, Greene and Warren counties.
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Class members have learned from each other while touring local farms, research sites and meeting government officials.
Being an Ohio Farm Bureau member helps build a resilient food community
New series of articles looks at how being a Farm Bureau member helps build a resilient food community.
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An early Farm Bureau ad describes the power of bringing people together to solve problems.
Before there was ‘farm bureau,’ there was a will to work together
When Ohio Farm Bureau leaders could not yet provide a long list of legislative accomplishments, programs and services, they communicated a belief that inspired farmers to lead the organization to where it is today.
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Because I Care
What could you or your organization do with an extra $1,000? That's what's up for grabs in the “Because I Care” video contest, coordinated by OFBF’s Center for Food and Animal Issues.
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Be aware of the specifics of the Ag Districts law to avoid problems
Ag Districts can be a great way for farmers to receive legal protections for some farming activities, but property owners need to be aware that annexation can potentially cause problems.
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Barn fires can present unique obstacles for firefighters who often deal with residential or commerical structure fires.
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Balance of Power: Livestock Care Board checks and balances
Issue 2 was designed to give Ohio voters the confidence that animal care questions are being effectively addressed and to give farmers the assurance that any animal care policies in Ohio will be reasonable and based on comprehensive debate.
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Baker, Ervin to be honored by Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation
Dr. David Baker, Professor Emeritus in Environmental Studies at Heidelberg University, and Dr. Bernie Erven, Professor Emeritus in Agricultural Communications at Ohio State University, are honorees for the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation's 2010 Golf Invitational
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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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Award will recognize farm conservation
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 Conservation Farm Family Awards. The awards program through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources is co-sponsored by 'Ohio Farmer' magazine and the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.
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2012 CCA Winner Mike Dailey with the current and past CCA Board Chairman.
Award to recognize outstanding Certified Crop Advisers
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2013 Certified Crop Adviser of the Year award.
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Mary Byers
Author: Associations must change to stay relevant
Despite major changes in society, the way many associations operate hasn’t changed much, according to Mary Byers, an author and consultant who spoke at Ohio Farm Bureau’s annual meeting.
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Attorneys to explore farm issues at Extension conference
Legal issues in agriculture will be the focus of a one-day Ohio State University Extension conference on March 25.
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At the 'pinnacle'
During the 90th annual meeting, Ohio Farm Bureau was presented with American Farm Bureau’s new Pinnacle Award.
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At issue: farm bill, climate
OFBF's annual Trends and Issues Conference held in March focused on the farm bill and climate policy.
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At annual meeting, members to share ideas, set policy
During Ohio Farm Bureau’s annual meeting Nov. 28-30, more than 300 member delegates from around the state will discuss and debate county proposed changes to Farm Bureau policy. Once approved, these ideas will guide the organization on a number of issues in the coming year.
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Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Robert Boggs will chair the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board
At a glance: A brief look at how the Ohio Livestock Care Board will operate
A breakdown of what's included in the enabling legislation for the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board, as passed by the General Assembly.
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