The case for more homegrown fuel
Even though fuel prices remain high, the increased use of corn ethanol is helping temper those price increases. And it’s also benefiting the farmers who grow the corn.
Read MoreClinton County Farm Bureau has decided to sponsor 20 members this year to attend the YAP conference Jan. 29 and 30, 2021 — virtual. If you are interested, please call the Clinton County Office at 937-382-4407. Hurry — these spaces won’t last long!
Attendance at the Young Ag Professionals Leadership Experience is just one benefit of being an Ohio Farm Bureau member.
The theme of the conference this is “Cultivating progress in times of change” and to help deliver that theme are keynote speakers Rob Sharkey, host of the Shark Farmer Podcast, and inspirational speaker, Matt Rush. We look forward to seeing you online in January. Visit the event website for agenda, speaker and registration information.
You also will have the opportunity to network with conference supporters and Young Ag Professionals. You will not want to miss this event. Join fellow Young Ag Professionals from the comfort of your home! Early-bird registration ends Dec. 20.
Agriculture has many faces, just like young ag professionals. We are young adults, single and married, who share a passion for farming, rural living, and/or local foods. We’re full and part-time farmers, Extension agents, teachers, consumer educators, media reporters, livestock and equine enthusiasts, beekeepers, green industry employees, gardeners, foodies and more! We invite you to join us for leadership experience, building personal and professional skills, networking with agricultural leaders, and making a difference in our communities, Farm Bureau and agriculture. Join us for a time of personal and professional development, meeting other young professionals from around Ohio, fun, food and fellowship!
Even though fuel prices remain high, the increased use of corn ethanol is helping temper those price increases. And it’s also benefiting the farmers who grow the corn.
Read MoreThe 2022 Water Quality Status Report highlights how signature water quality initiatives have had major roles improving and protecting clean water, one of the state’s most valuable resources.
Read MoreBWC’s free safety consulting services link Ohio’s agriculture employers with safety and health professionals who will work to help reduce the risk of workplace injuries and illnesses.
Read MoreOhio Farm Bureau submitted public comments in a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission regarding a proposed rule that could severely impact family farms by requiring climate disclosures by public companies.
Read MoreStephan Shehy will represent the interests of Farm Bureau members with the Ohio General Assembly and throughout state government.
Read MoreKirsten Ameling will be engaging members at an individualized level by connecting the organization to the member based on their needs.
Read MoreOhio has seen a steady increase in the growth of beekeeping — particularly in backyard beekeeping.
Read MoreSo far, governors in eight Midwestern states have taken the action of notifying the EPA that they wish to switch to this fuel.
Read MoreA bill introduced by State Representatives Darrell Kick and Rodney Creech would create a more direct legal route for a landowner to receive compensation when property is taken by the government without compensation.
Read MoreSupport for a new state-of-the-art Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the Ohio Department of Agriculture is part of this funding.
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