Agriculture grows world wonders
Here is my list of the top four most unique agricultural experiences in my life.
Read MoreAs part of our efforts to raise awareness of farm safety and equip firefighters and other emergency personnel with the proper tools and training to help save lives, Ashtabula County Farm Bureau partnered with the Mark Bruns Agency and Nationwide to launch our second Grain Bin Rescue Grant contest in Ashtabula County. Trumbull County Farm Bureau also held the contest in Trumbull County with Daprile Insurance Agency and Nationwide.
In August, Ashtabula County Farm Bureau announced the winners of the two-grain bin safety rescue sets and training on utilizing the equipment in a rescue situation. The training and equipment are valued at over $7,000.
This year’s recipients were Rome Fire and Windsor Fire. This training was for those emergency responders and included classroom and hands-on training by Nationwide.
Trumbull County Farm Bureau held its training at Heritage Hill Farms with the Ohio Fire Academy and The Ohio State University. In October, the Trumbull County Farm Bureau presented the Great Wall of Rescue Grain Bin Rescue equipment valued at $5,000 to Brookfield Fire Department. Watch WKBN’s video on the importance of this equipment.
Agriculture is a major industry in Ashtabula and Trumbull counties, and grain bins are an essential aspect of that. Here are some interesting facts from our partners at Nationwide Agribusiness regarding injuries and fatalities surrounding grain bins:
“Our county Farm Bureaus strongly believe in protecting the future of agriculture, and an essential part of that is ensuring that our farmers are protected,” said Mandy Orahood, Ohiuo Farm Bureau organization director serving Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, and Trumbull County Farm Bureaus. “In working with emergency personnel, Farm Bureau was made aware of the lack of rural and farm safety training that they receive. We have made it our goal to ensure that our emergency personnel have the tools, the knowledge, and the resources they need to protect our farming community.”
Learn more about Grain Bin Safety.
Here is my list of the top four most unique agricultural experiences in my life.
Read MoreA gardening Q & A related to planting date, fertilizer recommendations and other general gardening questions.
Read MoreThere is a lot of helpful information on the Trumbull County Auditor’s website to help you understand what is going on.
Read MoreThe presence of hundreds of farmers in downtown Columbus, filled with determination to advocate for their livelihoods and communities, served as a powerful reminder of the importance of our grassroots efforts.
Read MoreI thought it would be interesting to ask consumers with no daily agriculture experience four questions, and see what they really have questions and concerns with.
Read MoreThe Ag Day program May 10, 2024 is NOT open to the public. In order to volunteer, you MUST be registered. 300 volunteers are needed.
Read MoreUnderstand the rules, restrictions around open burning in Ohio.
Read MoreUtah’s diverse agricultural production contributes about $1.8 billion to the state’s economy every year.
Read MoreWhether it’s getting involved in local boards or sharing our voices on national platforms, we all have a role to play in safeguarding the future of agriculture.
Read MoreOur project was in agriculture literacy and made a huge impact on our local community, but even further abroad.
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