Drugs were considered a big city problem when I was growing up. My rural town was a safe haven where families could raise kids away from narcotics and drug-related crime. Today, rural America has higher rates of alcohol abuse, tobacco…
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Unplanted fields only yield confusion for Ohio farmers
It is true that a big chunk of the Midwest has struggled to get the 2019 corn and soybean crops planted in a timely fashion, but none more so than northwest Ohio. As the calendar passed by the final planting…
Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Cuyahoga County
Every day, 115 Americans die from an opioid overdose. As a proud member of the Ohio Opioid Education Alliance, the Ohio Farm Bureau is committed to preventing the misuse and abuse of opioids. Guest speakers from MetroHealth Project DAWN and…
Farmers give back in Miami County
Miami County Farmers give back to their community by donating bushels of corn, wheat and soybeans at the Troy elevator to local organizations.
Safety meeting at Buckeye Central High School a success
The Crawford County Farm Bureau hosted a regional safety meeting Sat., March 16, at Buckeye Central High School in New Washington. Over 70 farmers and ag professionals attended. Kendra Hudson with Burkhart Farm Center presented information on tractor safety, the…
Amy Beth Graves - April 5
Lorain County couple establish memorial scholarship through OFB Foundation
The scholarship which supports the agriculture community is a fitting tribute to Joe Kelly, who was a Lorain County Farm Bureau member and had dreams of starting his own farm.
Amy Beth Graves - March 26
Empowering communities through county Farm Bureaus
“Our county Farm Bureaus are the heart of our organization. Our members know what their communities need and help make good things happen.” ~ Adam Sharp Steve Brunner always has safety on his mind whether it’s in his capacity as…
Marion County Farmers CARE Breakfast
The annual Marion County Farm Bureau Farmers CARE Breakfast is set for Sat., March 23, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Tri-Rivers Career Center located at 2222 Marion-Mt. Gilead Road, Marion. Last year, 750 people from the community enjoyed a…
Crawford County seeking Ag Hall of Fame nominees
The purpose of the Crawford County Agricultural Hall of Fame is to recognize outstanding contributions to agriculture by an individual in Crawford County by presenting annual awards. RECIPIENTS OF THE AWARDS may be within either of the following categories: Farmer…
Apply NOW for Richland County Farm Bureau Scholarships
Richland County Farm Bureau is pleased to announce it will award two $500 scholarships for the school year 2019-2020.