Local safety training enhances agricultural workers’ well-being
The comprehensive training Feb. 16 covered general agricultural safety, employee health, and mental health well-being
Read MoreThe Clermont County Farm Bureau hosted its 2022 policy development meeting April 7 at the 4-H Hall in Ag Center Complex on the Clermont County Fairgrounds in Owensville. Attendees were encouraged to address new issues they confront on a regular basis that need some light shed on them.
The Clermont County Farm Bureau hosted its 2022 policy development meeting April 7 at the 4-H Hall in Ag Center Complex on the Clermont County Fairgrounds in Owensville. The purpose of this grassroots policy proposal process is to hear from our members and community leaders on issues Farm Bureau should address. Attendees are encouraged to address new issues they confront on a regular basis that need some light shed on them. These issues can pertain to the organization on the local, state and national levels.
For those who aren’t familiar with grassroots or Farm Bureau’s policy development process, it all starts right here in our communities. Our county Farm Bureau hosts this meeting with local officials, leaders and farmers. From all of this input, the local policy development committee reviews current policy and adds new policies based on member and community input. Do you have a suggestion? Please email your suggestion to [email protected] for the committee to review. Each of the proposed policies are voted on at our county annual meeting in the fall.
From there, the county proposals are submitted to Ohio Farm Bureau. A state policy development committee of policy staff, Farm Bureau members, state trustees and field staff is created through nominations from the county Farm Bureaus. Prior year’s topics included broadband, forestry, meat inspection, state and county emergency coordination, agricultural conservation, climate change and sustainable farming.
Through sharing and explaining, research and compromise, the committees come up with strong policy recommendations for Farm Bureau member delegates to discuss and vote on in December at the state annual meeting. National policies adopted at the annual meeting will then be escalated to the American Farm Bureau, where members throughout the nation will vote and set national policy.
Participants on Thursday included local representation from the Clermont County Farm Bureau board, Clermont County Auditor, Clermont County Sherriff’s office, local Nationwide insurance agents, OSU Extension and the Clermont County Soil & Water Conservation District.
The comprehensive training Feb. 16 covered general agricultural safety, employee health, and mental health well-being
Read MoreUp to three $750 scholarships may be awarded to 2024 Clermont County, Ohio high school graduates. Apply by April 30.
Read MoreThis collaborative approach is designed to draft personalized transition plans for farms, ensuring the seamless transfer of both business and familial responsibilities.
Read MoreWe engaged in a variety of hands-on workshops and savored new culinary experiences.
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Read MoreDirk and his family currently own and operate a Grade A goat dairy with a herd of ADGA and AGS registered Nigerian Dwarf and MDGA registered Mini Nubians.
Read MoreThe Clermont County Farm Bureau’s involvement at the Junior Fair showcased their commitment to the community, youth development, and the celebration of shared values during county fairs.
Read MoreThe July 17 event aimed to equip local farmers with insights into transporting equipment and commodities while adhering to both state and federal regulations.
Read MoreThis joint initiative aimed to equip attendees with the tools and understanding required to address mental health concerns within the community.
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