Events

Counties across the state host numerous events for members and non members. You’ll find barbecue burn offs, canning classes, educational seminars for food, water, land and energy, farm tours and more.

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	February 2019
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
27	28 Agricultural Outlook Meeting 2019 Erie County Campaign Begins & Ciderhouse Tour Growing Membership in Cuyahoga County	29 Mahoning County Annual Membership Drive Kick-off Dinner & Membership Kick Off	30 Agricultural Outlook Meeting Agricultural Landowner Meeting Portage County Farm Bureau Membership Drive Kickoff	31 OABA Industry Conference Four County 2019 Membership Kickoff Holmes County Membership Kickoff	1 OABA Industry Conference 2019 YAP Winter Leadership Conference 2019 YAP Winter Leadership Conference 2 more...	2 2019 YAP Winter Leadership Conference 2019 YAP Winter Leadership Conference 2019 YAP Winter Leadership Conference
3	4 Membership Kickoff	5 Farm bill implications for dairy farmers Alpine Countries Tour Informational Meeting Clermont County Membership Kickoff 2 more...	6 "Ohio Proud" Farm Bureau Membership Kick-Off Bus Trip Huron Members Appreciation Winter Event	7 Columbiana County Membership Drive Kickoff Farm Bureau Benefits Fair & Energy Updates Alpine Countries Tour Informational Meeting 4 more...	8 Agriculture Forecast Lunch Farm Bureau Bowling Night	9 Brunch with a Farmer Highland County Membership Kickoff Buyers Club Euchre Tournament and Membership Kickoff 4 more...
10 Rescheduled Beef Breeding Informational Meeting	11 Richland kicks off a new year Feb. 11	12 2019 Ohio Pork Congress Brown County Membership Kickoff	13 2019 Ohio Pork Congress Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Training Agricultural Outlook Meeting	14 40th Annual Ohio Sustainable Food and Farm Conference Cottage food laws for Ohio producers 2nd Membership Work Night 2 more...	15 40th Annual Ohio Sustainable Food and Farm Conference	16 40th Annual Ohio Sustainable Food and Farm Conference Annual Member Appreciation Breakfast Pickaway County Policy Breakfast Meeting
17 Shelby County Kicking off 100 Years	18 Sign Up for Ag District Day Allen County Centennial Member Appreciation Night Fairfield & Hocking Membership Kickoff & Square Dance	19	20 Ag Day at the Capital Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Training Ohio Livestock Mortality Composting Certification Training	21 Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum Sign Up for Ag District Day Clermont County 5th Annual Girls Night Out	22 Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator Recertification Conference	23 3rd Annual Farm to Table Appreciation Breakfast Putnam County 2019 Member Appreciation Night Auglaize & Mercer kicking off celebration of 100 years 2 more...
24	25	26 Ohio AgrAbility Workshop: Building Independence Through Agriculture Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator Recertification Conference Tuesday Night Ag Series	27	28 Your Woodland Management Options and Legal Responsibilities Vine to Wine: Winery Tour & Social	1 Chocolate and Wine Trail	2 Chocolate and Wine Trail Farmers Share Breakfast - New Location! Trauma on the Farm

Upcoming Events

Ag Day at the Capital

When

February 20, 8am–3:30pm

Where

Sheraton at Capitol Square 75 E. State St., Columbus, Ohio 43215

What

At this annual event, Farm Bureau members meet with their Ohio legislators and attend various issue-based sessions on timely topics in agriculture. Gov. Mike DeWine will be addressing the group. Registration begins at 8 a.m., the program begins at 9 a.m. Lunch is provided. This...

Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Training

When

February 20, 12:30pm–3:30pm

Where

Henry Hostetler Farm 9876 Firestone Road, Homerville, Ohio

What

This course covers GAPs which help reduce the risk of on-farm produce contamination. Preregister by Feb. 14: $30. Details: go.osu.edu/ChQb

Ohio Livestock Mortality Composting Certification Training

When

February 20, 7pm–9pm

Where

OSU Extension Darke County 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville, OH 45331

What

Preregistration is required by Feb. 13. The fee is $10. Details: 937-548-5215, go.osu.edu/CnPJ.

Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum

When

February 21, 8am–9:30am

Where

Agricultural Incubator Foundation 13737 Middleton Pike (St. Rt. 582, Bowling Green, OH

What

The vice president of one of the leading livestock feed companies in Ohio will discuss the future of the industry including recent changes, regulations and growth trends. The event is hosted by the Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) at the Agricultural Incubator Foundation (AIF)....

Sign Up for Ag District Day

When

February 21, 10am–6pm

Where

Putnam County Courthouse Assembly Room 245 E. Main St., Ottawa,

What

What Join us on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 for help signing up for an Ag District! 10 a.m. – First Session 2 p.m. – Second Session 6 p.m. – Third Session **Important** If you plan to attend be sure to come prepared with the following...

Clermont County 5th Annual Girls Night Out

When

February 21, 6pm–9pm

Where

Baxla Tractor Sales 610 West Main St, Batavia, Ohio 45103

What

Clermont County Farm Bureau and Baxla Tractor Sales are teaming up to support CASA for CLERMONT Kids. This fundraising event promises to be a wonderful evening of locally sourced Farm to Table Foods, Beer and Wine, Educational Speakers, and Women-owned Off the Farm products for...

Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator Recertification Conference

When

February 22, 9am–4pm

Where

Kalahari Conference Center 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH 44870

What

This conference is intended for individuals who hold a current commercial pesticide license. Preregistration for conference only: $89 by Feb. 15. Preregistration for conference with lunch: $109 by Feb. 15. On-site registration for conference only: $100. No lunch available with on-site registration. Details: go.osu.edu/pestrecert.

3rd Annual Farm to Table Appreciation Breakfast

When

February 23, 8am–10am

Where

Felicity-Franklin High School 105 Market St. , Felicity, Ohio 45120

What

The Felicity FFA and Clermont County Farm Bureau present the 3rd Annual Farm to Table Appreciation Breakfast. All are welcome to join us on Saturday, Feb. 23 with breakfast beginning at 8 a.m. and programming beginning at 9 a.m. Show your support and learn about...

Spring Workshop: Gardening at Your Doorstep

When

February 23, 10am–2pm

Where

Williams on the Lake 787 Lafayette Road, Medina, OH 44256

What

Presentations on herbs, hostas, and keynote by author Debra Knapke called “Simplifying Your Garden Without Diminishing Joy!” Registration: $45 by Jan. 31; $55 after Jan. 31; includes continental breakfast, buffet lunch, and refreshments. Details: 330-725-4911, go.osu.edu/Ch29.