Lots going on as Farm Bureau hits 2011 running.
January 3rd - Regular Board meeting (Resolution committee meeting included)
January 5th - State Legislative meeting in Indianapolis
January 9-12 - American Farm Bureau Federation Convention - Atlanta, Georgia
January 15 - First Putnam County Legislative Update Session
Feb. 7 - Regular Board meeting
Feb. 22 - Business After Hours - Agriculture
Feb. 28 - Putnam County Farm Bureau Annual meeting ( Note date Change)
Friday, December 31, 2010
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Merry Christmas
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
This year as you sit down for a great Dinner remember to thank the Farmers who grew the food you are about to eat. Many hours of labor went into growing those potatoes, raising the meat, along with all the other food you are having. Remember too the Dairy Farmer who even in the cold and snow will venture out in the early morning to milk his cows so you can have fresh dairy products in your refridgerator. While you and your family are busy opening gifts and enjoying what Santa has brought, the Dairy Farmer's kids are still waiting for their dad to get the milking done so they to can enjoy Christmas. I do believe my kids would remember that time well.
Merry Christmas,
Steve Cash
PR Director, Putnam Co. Farm Bureau
This year as you sit down for a great Dinner remember to thank the Farmers who grew the food you are about to eat. Many hours of labor went into growing those potatoes, raising the meat, along with all the other food you are having. Remember too the Dairy Farmer who even in the cold and snow will venture out in the early morning to milk his cows so you can have fresh dairy products in your refridgerator. While you and your family are busy opening gifts and enjoying what Santa has brought, the Dairy Farmer's kids are still waiting for their dad to get the milking done so they to can enjoy Christmas. I do believe my kids would remember that time well.
Merry Christmas,
Steve Cash
PR Director, Putnam Co. Farm Bureau
Friday, December 17, 2010
HSUS on the "Naughty" List
HSUS Earns Spot On Charity “Naughty” List
Half of every donated dollar that the Humane Society of the U.S. (HSUS) collects is plowed back into continued fundraising and overhead, according to a 2010 “Watchdog Report” from Animal People News. Meanwhile, an analysis of HSUS tax filings conducted by the Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) concluded that HSUS shares less than 1% of the public’s contributions with America’s underfunded pet shelters. “The holidays are all about giving but HSUS seems more interested in taking, keeping and wasting,” says David Martosko, CCF director of research. “Homeless dogs and cats deserve better. Americans should support their local humane societies which are far more efficient with each precious dollar.” In addition to the Animal People News report, HSUS received a “D” rating in the American Institute of Philanthropy’s most recent quarterly “CharityWatch” guide. And Charity Navigator now gives HSUS one star (out of four) for organizational efficiency. Martosko adds, “Animal lovers need to know the difference between HSUS and real humane societies. The only way to be sure your donations will help homeless dogs and cats is to give to organizations in your own community.” -- CCF release
Half of every donated dollar that the Humane Society of the U.S. (HSUS) collects is plowed back into continued fundraising and overhead, according to a 2010 “Watchdog Report” from Animal People News. Meanwhile, an analysis of HSUS tax filings conducted by the Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) concluded that HSUS shares less than 1% of the public’s contributions with America’s underfunded pet shelters. “The holidays are all about giving but HSUS seems more interested in taking, keeping and wasting,” says David Martosko, CCF director of research. “Homeless dogs and cats deserve better. Americans should support their local humane societies which are far more efficient with each precious dollar.” In addition to the Animal People News report, HSUS received a “D” rating in the American Institute of Philanthropy’s most recent quarterly “CharityWatch” guide. And Charity Navigator now gives HSUS one star (out of four) for organizational efficiency. Martosko adds, “Animal lovers need to know the difference between HSUS and real humane societies. The only way to be sure your donations will help homeless dogs and cats is to give to organizations in your own community.” -- CCF release
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Feeding the World
This was written by a group of College students with a dedicated interest in the future of Agriculture.
Meat is defined as the muscle fiber of animals used for food. As agriculturists, it is our moral responsibility to ensure the proper CARE for our animals from birth to harvest. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2009 there were 2.1 million farms in America, each of which MUST abide by the same laws and regulations including those relating to animal welfare. The Humane Slaughter Act states that all animals must be rendered insensible to pain and suffering in a rapid and effective way before being hoisted and exsanguinated.
Only 3 percent of U.S. farms are considered "corporate", but 90 percent of these corporate farms are family owned, according to the EPA. In order to produce a food supply for a world that is growing by 140 people per minute, we must continue to employ the most efficient and safe practices possible, according to the World Population Balance. Some of these livestock management practices might include, using feed sources such as corn that can be easily converted into nutrients and energy for the animal, putting dairy calves in their own, individual calf hutch in order to prevent disease transfer, or washing and disinfecting sow facilities frequently. In addition, many new low-stress animal handling techniques have been implemented on farms across America. These new techniques improve animal and human handler safety.
American agriculturists are constantly focusing on producing a safe, wholesome and quality product. Although regulations have become stricter over the last 50 years, agriculturists are still able to raise healthy livestock in a humane environment while continuing to feed a growing population. According to an Alabama cooperative extension system food scientist, "The American food supply is the safest in the world thanks to industry and government efforts."
According to U.S. regulations, all animal food products must be fresh and have proper labeling, including an expiration date. Meat is a nutrient dense food source, which means calorie per calorie it provides more important nutrients than many other foods. Meat also is a complete protein, having all the amino acids one's body needs. It contributes to normal brain development in children, promotes normal growth and development, prevents anemia, helps fight infection and heal wounds, helps keep the immune system healthy, helps prevent memory loss in elderly people and promotes concentration and learning abilities, according to Duane Fimreite and Richard Staack who authored "Physiologically Functional Foods: Where do Meats Fit In?" Furthermore, beef by-products enable us to use 99 percent of every animal. Some of these by-products include gum, pharmaceuticals, shaving cream, makeup, asphalt and paint, according to John Ross, who authored "When is a Cow More Than A Cow." In addition to meat, other livestock products are nutritionally beneficial to a healthy diet, one of these being dairy foods.
Milk is nutritionally unique, and is an excellent source of nine essential nutrients: calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, vitamins A, D and B12, and riboflavin and niacin and provides three of the five "nutrients of concern" that children do not get enough of. Dairy foods are by far the most significant source of calcium in the U.S. food supply. According to the Dairy Council Digest, numerous studies published in the past year add to accumulating evidence that dairy products reduce the risk of osteoporosis and hypertension, achieve and maintain a healthy body weight, and have a beneficial role in preventing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and the insulin resistance syndrome.
American's agriculture industry offers many benefits to our country. Unfortunately, there is the occasional bad apple that gives the wrong perception of agriculture to consumers. Just as in any other industry, these people do exist; however, this is why the majority of American agriculturists work day in and day out to promote excellent animal health and well-being.
As concerned farmers, ranchers, consumers and undergraduate students of the college of Agriculture and Biological Sciences at SDSU, we take pride in our way of life. Agriculturists have a common passion for feeding our world and feel that we have a moral responsibility to care for and protect our livestock. Although we come from a variety of agriculture backgrounds and interests including, beef production, dairy production, sheep production, swine production, grain production, range management, veterinary medicine, meat science and agriculture economics we all share a common passion for the industry. Agriculture is our livelihood and is a part of who we are. For this reason, it is in our best interest to properly care for every aspect of production agriculture. Most importantly, caring for the land and animals is the right thing to do, and we are proud of the sustainable legacy we are growing to support future generations.
For more information concerning safe food and where your animal products comes from visit www.fsis.usda.gov, www.midwestdairy.com, or visit one SDSU's livestock units found near campus.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lauren Barber, Meat Science
Sara Berg, Agriculture Education
Jennifer Bosch, Animal Science
Melissa Gradert, Agriculture Business
Jace Hollenbeck, Meat Science
Ann Kolthoff, Animal Science
Melissa Lax, Dairy Science
Mark Misar, Agronomy
Megan Mortellaro, Range Science
Rachel Patrick, Dairy Science
Dustin Theis, Agronomy
Tyler Urban, Animal Science
Meat is defined as the muscle fiber of animals used for food. As agriculturists, it is our moral responsibility to ensure the proper CARE for our animals from birth to harvest. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2009 there were 2.1 million farms in America, each of which MUST abide by the same laws and regulations including those relating to animal welfare. The Humane Slaughter Act states that all animals must be rendered insensible to pain and suffering in a rapid and effective way before being hoisted and exsanguinated.
Only 3 percent of U.S. farms are considered "corporate", but 90 percent of these corporate farms are family owned, according to the EPA. In order to produce a food supply for a world that is growing by 140 people per minute, we must continue to employ the most efficient and safe practices possible, according to the World Population Balance. Some of these livestock management practices might include, using feed sources such as corn that can be easily converted into nutrients and energy for the animal, putting dairy calves in their own, individual calf hutch in order to prevent disease transfer, or washing and disinfecting sow facilities frequently. In addition, many new low-stress animal handling techniques have been implemented on farms across America. These new techniques improve animal and human handler safety.
American agriculturists are constantly focusing on producing a safe, wholesome and quality product. Although regulations have become stricter over the last 50 years, agriculturists are still able to raise healthy livestock in a humane environment while continuing to feed a growing population. According to an Alabama cooperative extension system food scientist, "The American food supply is the safest in the world thanks to industry and government efforts."
According to U.S. regulations, all animal food products must be fresh and have proper labeling, including an expiration date. Meat is a nutrient dense food source, which means calorie per calorie it provides more important nutrients than many other foods. Meat also is a complete protein, having all the amino acids one's body needs. It contributes to normal brain development in children, promotes normal growth and development, prevents anemia, helps fight infection and heal wounds, helps keep the immune system healthy, helps prevent memory loss in elderly people and promotes concentration and learning abilities, according to Duane Fimreite and Richard Staack who authored "Physiologically Functional Foods: Where do Meats Fit In?" Furthermore, beef by-products enable us to use 99 percent of every animal. Some of these by-products include gum, pharmaceuticals, shaving cream, makeup, asphalt and paint, according to John Ross, who authored "When is a Cow More Than A Cow." In addition to meat, other livestock products are nutritionally beneficial to a healthy diet, one of these being dairy foods.
Milk is nutritionally unique, and is an excellent source of nine essential nutrients: calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, vitamins A, D and B12, and riboflavin and niacin and provides three of the five "nutrients of concern" that children do not get enough of. Dairy foods are by far the most significant source of calcium in the U.S. food supply. According to the Dairy Council Digest, numerous studies published in the past year add to accumulating evidence that dairy products reduce the risk of osteoporosis and hypertension, achieve and maintain a healthy body weight, and have a beneficial role in preventing cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and the insulin resistance syndrome.
American's agriculture industry offers many benefits to our country. Unfortunately, there is the occasional bad apple that gives the wrong perception of agriculture to consumers. Just as in any other industry, these people do exist; however, this is why the majority of American agriculturists work day in and day out to promote excellent animal health and well-being.
As concerned farmers, ranchers, consumers and undergraduate students of the college of Agriculture and Biological Sciences at SDSU, we take pride in our way of life. Agriculturists have a common passion for feeding our world and feel that we have a moral responsibility to care for and protect our livestock. Although we come from a variety of agriculture backgrounds and interests including, beef production, dairy production, sheep production, swine production, grain production, range management, veterinary medicine, meat science and agriculture economics we all share a common passion for the industry. Agriculture is our livelihood and is a part of who we are. For this reason, it is in our best interest to properly care for every aspect of production agriculture. Most importantly, caring for the land and animals is the right thing to do, and we are proud of the sustainable legacy we are growing to support future generations.
For more information concerning safe food and where your animal products comes from visit www.fsis.usda.gov, www.midwestdairy.com, or visit one SDSU's livestock units found near campus.
Respectfully Submitted,
Lauren Barber, Meat Science
Sara Berg, Agriculture Education
Jennifer Bosch, Animal Science
Melissa Gradert, Agriculture Business
Jace Hollenbeck, Meat Science
Ann Kolthoff, Animal Science
Melissa Lax, Dairy Science
Mark Misar, Agronomy
Megan Mortellaro, Range Science
Rachel Patrick, Dairy Science
Dustin Theis, Agronomy
Tyler Urban, Animal Science
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Quilt Club assists Putnam Co. Farm Bureau
The "One Stitch At A Time" Putnam County Purdue Extension Homemakers Quilt Club recently developed a quilt block for the Indiana Farm Bureau Inc. quilt to be auctioned off at the last session of the December Annual Meeting. Each of Indiana's 92 counties was asked to contribute a block to be added to the quilt. The quilt block represents agriculture in the county and has the county name on the block. Pictured from left to right are -- First row, Bonnie Bryan and Julie Burns; Second row, Jean Beilby, Beth Evans, Clair Winings, Dorlis Deaton, Sharon Black.
Putnam County Farm Bureau Inc., would like to thank this new club for its contribution towards the state wide quilt block. The "One Stitch At A Time" Purdue Extension Quilt club is a new club. If anyone would be interested in joining the group, or finding out more information about the quilt club, please contact Bonnie Bryan at765.739.6101 or the Purdue Extension Putnam County office at 765.653.8411.
Monday, December 6, 2010
State FB Convention
State Farm Bureau Convention will be held this friday and saturday in the Indianapolis Convention Center. Go to www.infarmbureau.org website to veiw the program.
Lactose Intolerance people still need milk!!!!!
Change perception of lactose-free milk.
Identify opportunities to increase lactose-free milk consumption, encourage use and grow the lactose-free category.
Address myths and misperceptions of lactose-free milk related to its nutritional value and taste and show that lactose-free milk is “real milk”.
Many individuals with real or perceived lactose intolerance avoid dairy and thus fail to take in adequate amounts of calcium, vitamin D and other essential nutrients, according to a National Institutes of Health consensus report. This avoidance may predispose them to decreased accrual of bone mass and subject them to increased risk of osteoporosis and other adverse health outcomes. In most cases, individuals do not need to eliminate dairy consumption. “There is a huge opportunity to change attitudes and strategies and make sure people who are lactose intolerant are aware of dairy-first solutions,” says Jim Layne, vice president of Dairy Management Inc.’s, strategic initiatives team. “ Moovision.com is a light-hearted approach that gives people a platform to talk about a very personal condition. We want to engage them, retain them and give them the chance to reach out to other people.”
Identify opportunities to increase lactose-free milk consumption, encourage use and grow the lactose-free category.
Address myths and misperceptions of lactose-free milk related to its nutritional value and taste and show that lactose-free milk is “real milk”.
Many individuals with real or perceived lactose intolerance avoid dairy and thus fail to take in adequate amounts of calcium, vitamin D and other essential nutrients, according to a National Institutes of Health consensus report. This avoidance may predispose them to decreased accrual of bone mass and subject them to increased risk of osteoporosis and other adverse health outcomes. In most cases, individuals do not need to eliminate dairy consumption. “There is a huge opportunity to change attitudes and strategies and make sure people who are lactose intolerant are aware of dairy-first solutions,” says Jim Layne, vice president of Dairy Management Inc.’s, strategic initiatives team. “ Moovision.com is a light-hearted approach that gives people a platform to talk about a very personal condition. We want to engage them, retain them and give them the chance to reach out to other people.”
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Monsanto Fund impacting rural communities.
Indiana Farmers Can Make an Impact in their Community in More Ways than One. Have you ever wanted to be the local hero in your community? Would you like to show everyone how much your town means to you? The Monsanto Fund wants to help you make an impact in Rural America. Indiana farmers in 83 counties have the opportunity to win $2,500 for their favorite nonprofit organization. The donations are available through the Monsanto Fund’s America’s Farmers Grow Communities SM program.The program’s first two pilots provided nearly $1.2 million to farmers in 10 states with $2,500 donations going to a farmer’s favorite nonprofit. The second pilot alone benefited 298 organizations, with 35 percent of the awards going to agriculture youth groups; 24 percent directed toward community organizations such as food banks; and 15 percent donated to various educational programs. With the success of the first two pilots, the program has expanded and now expects to contribute more than $3 million in more than 1,200 counties across 38 states. You might be asking, “What can $2,500 do for my community?” According to previous winners, the answer is,“Plenty!” Click on the link below for a closer look into the many ways $2,500 can help your community. http://www.monsanto.com/americasfarmers/Pages/grow-communities.aspx The America’s Farmers Grow Communities program benefits nonprofit community groups such as youth organizations, schools and other civic groups important to America’s farmers. Farmers can apply online at http://www.growcommunities.com/, or they can call 1.877.267.3332 to apply by phone. Farmers, age 21 and over, who are actively engaged in farming a minimum of 250 acres of corn, soybeans and/or cotton, or 40 acres of open field vegetables, or at least 10 acres of tomatoes, peppers and/or cucumbers grown in protected culture are eligible. Farmers can enter now through Dec. 31, 2010. The program is open to all qualifying farmers, and no purchase is necessary in order to enter or win. The Monsanto Fund will randomly draw one winner from each of the participating counties, and announce winning farmers and recipient organizations by February 2011.
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