Beating the clock on planting, harvesting wheat, cutting hay, visiting county fairs, praying for rain, and getting a gully washer –this summer is full of twists and turns. Harvest season, here we come. Plan to take a break now and…
Community Councils
Councils are groups that meet regularly to develop camaraderie and community while discussing farm and family topics. The council program began in in 1936 and is unique to Ohio. Councils can access the council roster, meeting summary sheet and activity sheet forms online.
Callie Wells - Nov. 23, 2015
What are Community Councils?
Councils are groups that meet regularly to develop camaraderie and community while discussing farm and family topics. The council program began in in 1936 and is unique to Ohio. This story also includes links to council roster, meeting summary sheet and activity sheet forms.
Spring 2016 Community Council Discussion Packet
Spring is here. It’s that time of year when everyone around the farm is getting equipment ready to run, field work will soon be at fever pitch and the only seat many folks want to occupy is a tractor seat. When…
Winter Community Council Discussion Packet
Winter is here, and it is time to sit around the hot stove or fireplace for some lively discussion at several Farm Bureau Community Council meetings. Get information for your Council Meetings and download the full Discussion Packet.
Callie Wells - Nov. 23, 2015
Fall Community Council Discussion Packet
Fall is here, and winter is not far behind. As your family and friends complete harvest and get ready for the holiday season, take some time now to plan for lively discussion at several Farm Bureau Community Council meetings. This packet has…
Seth Teter - Feb. 27, 2013
A Social Network
The regular gathering of a few working class neighbors around their kitchen tables wasn’t intended to be a radical act.
Seth Teter - Feb. 27, 2013
A Community Advocate
Heritage connects Chris Rogers to his part of southern Ohio, where a culture had been cultivated in tobacco fields dispersed among hillside pastures.