Applications being accepted for three-week agriculture study tour in Germany
Farm Bureau members are invited to apply for a 21-day agricultural study tour through the McCloy Fellowship Program.
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Spend three weeks in Germany as part of an AFBF-sponsored agriculture study tour.
Apply to be one of Ohio Farm Bureau's State Fair Junior Fair Board Ambassadors
Ohio Farm Bureau believes in providing youth opportunities to grow. OFBF is accepting applications through March 17 for youth interested in serving as OFBF's ambassador to the board.The Ohio State Fair Junior Fair Board is made up of who represent youth from organizations across Ohio.
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April 19 News Briefs: Research Foundation proposed | Federal Estate Tax Reform
Research foundation bill proposed, Federal estate tax reform bills introduced
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Fun for the whole family at Ag Days in Fairfield County.
April 2012 County Farm Bureau Round-Up
Spring is heating up, and so are the opportunities, activities and events of Ohio's county Farm Bureaus. Scholarships, Oil & Gas Informational Meetings, Local Ag Days and more dot this month's County Farm Bureau Round-Up.
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Gallia County President Paul Shoemaker featured in this month's round-up.
April 2013 County Farm Bureau Round-up
As spring heats up, farmers are hitting the fields, and county Farm Bureaus are gearing up for warm weather events and activities. Check out what’s being offered throughout the state in the coming weeks.
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As China grows, so do food needs
With 1.4 billion people and a growing middle class, the impact China has on world agriculture is steadily increasing.
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American Farm Bureau graphic showing how countries around the world help farmers manage risk.
As Farm Bill mark ups draw near, AFBF details Farm Bill priorities
Yvonne Lesicko, OFBF senior director of legislative and regulatory affairs, discusses where Farm Bill progress stands.
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Farmers are considering if miscanthus grass could provide an economic boost to northeast Ohio.
Ashtabula County Farm Bureau helps community explore new economic opportunity
When an energy company began reaching out to farmers in northeast Ohio about growing grass for biofuels, it was a perfect opportunity for the Ashtabula County Farm Bureau to bring the community together.
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At a glance - Jan. 21, 2010
Ohio Farm Bureau Executive Vice President Jack Fisher has received accolades for his work at the helm of the state’s largest farm organization.
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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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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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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 the 'pinnacle'
During the 90th annual meeting, Ohio Farm Bureau was presented with American Farm Bureau’s new Pinnacle Award.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Barn fires can present unique obstacles for firefighters who often deal with residential or commerical structure fires.
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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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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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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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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