Brown County Farm Bureau hosts 2025 Policy Development Meeting
The meeting provided an opportunity for members, community leaders and local farmers to voice concerns and help shape policy recommendations.
Read MoreA memorable evening including trustee elections, policy discussions, scholarship and volunteer recognition!
Brown County Farm Bureau and Brown Soil and Water Conservation District held their annual meeting at the Venue on Lake Grant on Aug. 28t at 5:30 p.m. The evening started with elections for Soil and Water supervisor, followed by opening statements at 6:30 p.m. and a delicious catered meal.
Brown County board President Chris Rogers kicked off the business meeting with introductions of elected officials including Senator Johnson, Representative Bird, Representative Pizzulli, Commissioner Woodruff and many more! Vice President Ben Parker presented board trustees for election and 2024 annual meeting delegates. Public Policy Chair Brett Rogers took the podium to introduce proposed policies. All Farm Bureau voting members were instructed to vote. The evening continued with recognizing volunteers, scholarship recipients and a reflection on the year’s highlights.
Following the Farm Bureau portion of the evening, the microphone was handed over to the Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District. Among several recognitions, District Manager Chris Rogers was recognized for his tireless work over the last 30 years. He received commendations from the Ohio Senate, the Ohio House of Representatives and the Brown County Commissioners.
This joint effort between the Brown County Farm Bureau and the Soil and Water Conservation District highlights the vital role that collaboration plays in fostering a thriving and sustainable agricultural community, while also reinforcing the importance of responsible stewardship of land management and conservation practices for the benefit of future generations.
The meeting provided an opportunity for members, community leaders and local farmers to voice concerns and help shape policy recommendations.
Read MorePrincipal Taylor Cox praised him as a ‘humble champion of agriculture,’ emphasizing his tireless commitment to shaping future agricultural leaders.
Read MoreThis meeting fulfilled the training requirement for the Farm Bureau group rating program, helping employers better understand workers’ compensation coverage and safety practices.
Read MoreAs a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, Taylor took the opportunity to hear directly from local producers about the challenges and opportunities facing the region’s agricultural industry.
Read MoreThe Southern Ohio Ag Showcase kicked off its inaugural year, for what looks to be a yearly event for the agricultural community.
Read MoreOhio Farm Bureau Foundation recently added four new board members and elected officers of its 14-member board, which oversees the charitable, nonprofit organization.
Read MoreTheir efforts ensure that the voices of local farmers are heard on key issues impacting agriculture and rural communities.
Read MoreThe evening provided an opportunity to recognize the hard work and dedication of our volunteer board trustees, whose efforts are essential to the success of the Farm Bureau year-round.
Read MoreScholarship selection will be based on agricultural interests, scholastic achievement, financial need and Farm Bureau participation.
Read MoreKayla Jones of Newark and Heather Utter of Sardinia have been promoted to senior organization director for Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.
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