For livestock producers in drought-stricken areas of Ohio, measures used to keep animals healthy and productive have been in the works for some weeks.
Nearly 20% of Ohio is experiencing Extreme or Exceptional Drought conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. For livestock producers in those areas, measures used to keep animals healthy and productive have been in the works for some weeks and they are hoping government agencies are taking notice when it comes to disaster relief aid that will be necessary to maintain their operations.
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Twenty-Two Ohio Counties Declared a Primary Natural Disaster Area Due to Drought
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HB 683 would provide meaningful relief by investing $10 million in the counties that were most severely impacted by relentless hot and dry conditions this past summer.
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For livestock producers in drought-stricken areas of Ohio, measures used to keep animals healthy and productive have been in the works for some weeks.
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