Farmer’s Guide to Trucking Regulations available to Ohio Farm Bureau members
The guide includes a farm driver checklist, overview of state and federal regulations and exemptions, CDL qualifications and more.
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Hard-to-detect leaks can be frightening to homeowners. It’s not just the loss of water or the jump in your water services bill that can be difficult to deal with — it’s also the corrosive effects of undetected moisture that can cause costly damage and may necessitate extensive repairs.
However, there are tools that can help detect invisible leaks, curbing water usage and lessening or preventing water damage. The same sensor-based technology used to protect the integrity of oil pipelines or heat-prone automotive machinery is now available to help defend your home against mold, mildew, rotted studs and beams and excessive water usage costs.
Leak-detection devices, commonly called water alarms, can be attached near pipes, fixtures or appliances that use water, and they sense when water has leaked out of those pipes or onto the floor. Many smart leak devices pair with an app on your smartphone to alert you when leaks are detected or they sound an audible alarm.
You can also choose a detector that not only responds to water but keeps track of temperature and humidity, alerting you to problems such as conditions that might promote mold growth or frozen pipes.
A whole-household system can detect leaks anywhere in your home, automatically shutting off water at the first sign of a leak. This system also allows you to use a smartphone to turn off the water from anywhere in fewer than five seconds.
Other options include:
In addition, there are kitchen and bathroom devices to help you control water usage. For example, some smart showers can time your shower length, lower the water flow when you step away to lather up and keep the shower water at your desired temperature.
When it comes to water in your home, small leaks can quickly develop into a big problem. To be ready for those worst-case scenarios, make sure you’re protected by a homeowners policy with coverage for water damage.
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The guide includes a farm driver checklist, overview of state and federal regulations and exemptions, CDL qualifications and more.
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The Small-Scale Food Business Guide covers federal and state regulations for selling food products such as raw meat, dairy, eggs, baked goods, cottage foods, fruits and vegetables, honey and more.
Read MoreODA will enroll 500,000 acres into the program for a two-week sign-up period, beginning April 22, 2024, through May 6, 2024. Contact local SWCD offices to apply.
Read MoreKatie Share of Columbus has been named ExploreAg and Youth Development Specialist for Ohio Farm Bureau.
Read MoreMary Klopfenstein of Delphos has been named Young Ag Professional and Ag Literacy Program Specialist for Ohio Farm Bureau.
Read MoreThe plan has been updated to give sole proprietors access to more rate stability and a smart solution that offers potential savings on health care.
Read MoreThe American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs to apply online by June 15 for the 2025 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge.
Read MoreAdele Flynn of Wellington has been elected treasurer of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and now holds the third highest elected office in Ohio’s largest and most influential farm organization.
Read MoreProducers are urged to work with their veterinarian to practice enhanced biosecurity measures and review and limit cattle movements within production systems.
Read MoreThe changing seasons bring with them the need to thoroughly inspect pole barns for any damages that may have occurred during the winter months.
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