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Cooper farms COO to speak at ag breakfast |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Tuesday, 04 June 2013 09:04 |
"Sustainable business practices in Northwest Ohio" focuses on the Oakwood, Ohio-based Cooper Farms which has reached an impressive milestone of 75 years running strong. They are a leading food supplier through a variety of turkey, ham and chicken products sold across North America, however their innovation and state-of-the-art locations serve as another reminder that they are truly one of Northwest Ohio's better kept secrets.
Gary Cooper, chief operating officer, Cooper Farms, will present at the monthly Northwest Ohio Ag-Business Breakfast Forum on June 20. Networking starts at 8 a.m., and the forum begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Agricultural Incubator Foundation, located on Ohio 582, just west of Ohio 25.
At Cooper's four Ohio divisions, innovation and sustainable practices run rampant including their efforts in the Ohio Livestock Coalition, wind turbines, and serving as good environmental stewards with an advanced pork operation unlike most around the country.
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BG FFA wraps up another school year |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Tuesday, 04 June 2013 09:01 |
The Bowling Green FFA kept busy during the last two months of school with activities to wrap up another successful year for the BG FFA membership.
BG FFA had a delegation attend the District 1 FFA officer training and banquet hosted by Otsego FFA at Nazareth Hall. There are 29 FFA chapters which comprise District 1. Newly elected officers received training on their individual office responsibilities from students at Ohio State University.
This is a great leadership opportunity for the officers as well as providing for collaboration among FFA chapters. Following the officer training, members attended the banquet where district contest winners, top officers, and state degrees were recognized. More than 100 different awards were presented to the 250 FFA members in attendance.
The FFA Annual Spring Breakfast was held May 15. FFA officers arrived at 5:45am to start cooking for the 7:00am arrival of administrators, faculty, and staff. The past and newly installed officers served up pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, fruit, bagels, and drinks. This appreciation breakfast was enjoyed by all! In all, 60 pounds of sausage, 60 pounds of pancake mix, 30 pounds of fruit and 12 dozen eggs were served.
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'Good Earth Guide' connects consumers with local farmers |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Tuesday, 04 June 2013 09:03 |
COLUMBUS - Ohio summers are a time to enjoy the bounty of fresh garden vegetables, ripe off the vine berries, farm fresh eggs, and orchard harvests bursting with juicy flavor. The Good Earth Guide to Organic and Ecological Farms, Gardens, and Related Businesses produced by the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association can help bring these tastes of summer to any kitchen.
The Good Earth Guide includes information on 412 farms and businesses, including 180 certified organic farms and businesses and 94 community supported agriculture (CSA) programs.
"Since the first Good Earth Guide in 1990, it's grown from a list of a dozen or so to more than 400 farms and businesses, reflecting the tremendous growth in locally-sourced and sustainably-produced foods, fibers, products, and services," said OEFFA Program Director Renee Hunt.
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Success at state convention for Bowling Green's FFA chapter |
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Written by Sentinel-Tribune Staff
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Tuesday, 04 June 2013 09:01 |
The Bowling Green FFA Chapter was once again named a "Gold Emblem Chapter" at the 85th Ohio FFA Convention. This award recognizes the top 30 percent of FFA Chapters out of 325 chapters in the state.
The chapter also was recognized as a Top 10 Chapter in Chapter Development. The chapter members submit an application and put together a presentation about the chapter's activities to be included in this elite group. BG was also recognized on stage for their charitable donations to The Children's Miracle Network and CROP/Church World Services. Three BG FFA officers were recognized among the state's best during one of the convention sessions. Amanda Barndt, Natalie Carpenter, and Ben Wilhelm were recognized with gold medals for their outstanding books and record keeping skills. The 15-member delegation from Bowling Green also heard from motivational speakers and attended the career show during the convention. There also was time for fun Thursday night when members went out to eat and participated in go-carting, laser tag, and miniature golf.
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