How an animal rights group invented a scandal and the media’s response
Claims made by Mercy for Animals at a recent press conference drew challenges from journalists.
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In the Mercy for Animals video, Bob Barker delivered the less than earth-shattering news that vegans don't like veal.
House passes livestock bill 98-0; Senate vote expected soon
The Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board came one step closer to getting its feet on the ground when the Ohio House unanimously passed legislation to establish the required guidelines for the voter-approved entity.
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House moves on Farm Bill
This week the House Agriculture Committee passed the 2012 Farm Bill by a vote of 35-11. At this time it is not known when or if the Farm Bill will be taken up by the entire House for consideration. Ohio Farm Bureau will continue to push for passage before the September expiration of the 2008 Farm Bill.
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Horse troubles growing
More than 90 percent of respondents to a recent nationwide survey believe the number of unwanted horses, as well as those neglected and abused, is increasing.
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Horse owners can take precautions to stop spread of EHV
Concerns about a strain of equine herpevirus (EHV-1), which can lead to abortion in mares, and respiratory and neurological problems as well as death, recently arose after several horses were diagnosed following a Utah event that potentially exposed hundreds of animals.
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A trail camera captures a herd of feral swine visiting a bait station on public land in southeastern Ohio.
Hog wild: Feral swine a growing problem in Ohio
The feral swine population is growing in Ohio and ending up in areas outside southeastern Ohio where the jumbo-sized creatures typically dwell.
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Representatives from OFBF, Bob Evans and other supporters join exhibitor Troy Elwer following the sale.
Hog purchase involved entire community
Bob Evans, Ohio Farm Bureau work together to support Ohio youth at the Ohio State Fair Sale of Champions
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History in the making
In celebration of its 90th anniversary, American Farm Bureau commissioned a history titled “Forward Farm Bureau.”
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Hirsch, Fisher look toward the future
During their speeches at the 93rd annual meeting, both leaders challenged members to think about the who, why and how of Ohio Farm Bureau’s operation.
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Highlights from 'The Food Dialogues' conversation Sept. 22
The U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance held an online forum, “The Food Dialogues,” a town hall-style discussion to address Americans’ questions about how their food is grown and raised and the long-term impact of the food they are eating—on their own health and the health of the planet.
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