New podcast series focuses on Ohio’s legacy phosphorus
The Field Day podcast series will include guests from the USDA Agricultural Research Service, Ohio Department of Agriculture, The Ohio State University and the University of Illinois.
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As people age, they may need a caregiver. While that role can be fulfilling, it also can be exhausting and sometimes isolating. Anyone who cares for another likely has experienced the stress and possibly the feelings of helplessness that can come with taking care of an ailing person. Those feelings may be enhanced due to the concerns of older citizens during the COVID-19 crisis. Managing caregiver burnout, rural health strategies for using tele-medicine, helpful gadgets and technology and local resources for caregivers all are discussed this week on Our Ohio Weekly.
00:00 – Laura Cherry Akgerman, disability services coordinator, OSU Extension talks about the newly formed Caregiver Support Network.
23:50 – The story of Amberly Snyder “To the Beat of Agriculture.” Snyder is a rodeo cowgirl who’s paralyzing car accident didn’t stop her from riding again.
32:20 – Find out how to get involved in Ohio Farm Bureau’s AgriPOWER Program
42:20 – How might the coronavirus pandemic affect how all Americans are accounted for? Census leaders from Ohio and Washington, D.C. give an update.
The Field Day podcast series will include guests from the USDA Agricultural Research Service, Ohio Department of Agriculture, The Ohio State University and the University of Illinois.
Read MoreFarm Bureau Health Plans would give access to affordable, personalized health care plans for Ohio farm families.
Read MoreThe foundation recognizes Ohio students for their academic effort, community engagement and career interests that link agriculture to community service, education or scientific research.
Read MoreRyanna Tietje, a Henry County Farm Bureau member, knew from an early age that her dream was to return to the family farm after college.
Read MorePlans would be for Ohio farm families who do not have access to health insurance as an employee benefit or who are uninsured or underinsured due to high costs and limited options in the marketplace.
Read MoreThis boot camp taught me that the time to tell our stories—and stand up for our industry—is now.
Read MoreIn 2022, Ohio passed House Bill 397 to give farmers more security by standardizing farm lease terminations. The law helps, but only a comprehensive written lease ensures your rights when circumstances shift.
Read MoreThe proposed tax package makes permanent several provisions from the TCJA that were previously set to expire. It also expands upon these provisions to provide additional opportunities.
Read MoreHow do we reduce the risks to operators and family members who work with, and near PTO-driven equipment?
Read MoreAgriPOWER is a a leadership and advocacy development program of Ohio Farm Bureau, designed for farmers and agribusiness professionals.
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