July/August 2023 Our Ohio - Ohio Farm Bureau

Across the Table: Farm labor resources

Ohio Farm Bureau is offering a new resource to our members, the “A Guide to Finding, Hiring and Retaining Farm Employees.”

Creamy Tomato Chicken Skillet

This dish would be perfect served with your favorite pasta.

Keto Pizza Crust

Chef’s Note: This is a unique keto pizza crust not using riced cauliflower.

Fancy Green Bean Casserole

Chef’s Note: Although I love the canned soup and frozen bean version, the use of fresh beans and fresh herbs really makes the dish more lively.

Tips for smart machinery replacement decisions

The right machinery replacement strategy can help ensure you’ve got what you need to continue to evolve your business well into the future.

Muck farming, labor present challenges

If Americans want their produce grown in the U.S., under this country’s food safety regulations, the guest worker program needs to be updated.

Ruff Farms’ family-first culture attracts employees

How employees are treated, and also the opportunity to have year-round employment through the farm and related businesses, are key to the Ruffs’ success in attracting and retaining skilled farm talent.

Sunrise Cooperative provides employees ag education

Employee ag education enables the cooperative to provide the best service and solutions for their member-owners, which is key to their continued success.

Employability class teaches students about hands-on careers

Students at Kings High School learn about different careers in a popular employability class at the Warren County school.

Labor intensive business 100-plus years strong in Butler County

Maintaining a knowledgeable and robust workforce is key to sustainability and any potential growth for Brown’s Family Farm Market in the future.