The need for a more robust broadband network in rural parts of Ohio has been magnified with the COVID-19 crisis, forcing many to do at home what they would normally do in an office or a classroom. That was the…
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Beginning farmer legislation making some progress
Proposed tax credit legislation moving through the Statehouse hopes to establish the next generation of farmers while helping the current generation transition their operations. When the Senate’s SB 159 and the House’s HB 183 were introduced in 2019, they were…
Our Ohio Weekly – The challenges of being a caregiver
On this episode of Our Ohio Weekly: As people age, they may need a caregiver. While that role can be fulfilling, it also can be exhausting and sometimes isolating. Anyone who cares for another likely has experienced the stress and…
Our Ohio Weekly – COVID-19’s impact on Ohio’s food system
On this episode of Our Ohio Weekly: How is Ohio’s food system holding up amid the coronavirus pandemic? Find out in this Our Ohio Weekly as host Ty Higgins visits with representatives from sectors along the food chain. Hear from…
H2Ohio deadline for accepting applications moved to March 31
The deadline for farmers to submit applications for the H2Ohio program is moving back to the original date of March 31, 2020. Gov. Mike DeWine strongly believes in the H2Ohio water quality initiative and farmers have shown overwhelming interest to…
Our Ohio Weekly – Ohio Farm Bureau County Presidents’ Trip to D.C.
On this episode of Our Ohio Weekly: As usual with the annual Ohio Farm Bureau County Presidents’ Trip to Washington D.C., there was not a lack of things to talk about when it comes to issues impacting agriculture and rural…
Coronavirus measures at livestock auctions
Measures are being taken in Ohio and throughout the country to combat the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), and these measures will impact the state’s livestock auctions. Effective immediately and until further notice, livestock auction facilities are limiting spectators at…
Our Ohio Weekly – H2Ohio has Ohio farmers’ attention
On this episode of Our Ohio Weekly: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Dorothy Pelanda announced earlier this year that $30 million in H2Ohio funding will be available for Ohio farmers in more than a dozen…
Ohio Farm Bureau statement on DeWine’s orders to close restaurants amid coronavirus pandemic
“We are thankful for the leadership of Gov. DeWine during these uncertain times. The concerns around the rapid spread of COVID-19 have already had a major impact on our daily routines. Now, with the Governor’s difficult decision to close the…
County Presidents’ 2020 Washington, D.C. Trip
Ohio Farm Bureau’s farmer leaders, members of the media and select Farm Bureau staff are in Washington, D.C. March 10-12, 2020 for the 74th annual County Presidents’ Trip. Wednesday, March 11 Wednesday morning, Ohio Farm Bureau county presidents were joined…