Improving healthcare access for rural farm families remains a priority for Ohio Farm Bureau. Trevor Kirkpatrick, director of health services, says the organization’s health plans are designed to meet the needs of each member. “We want to make sure that our rural communities have access to healthcare and this is another option,” he says. “Although…… Continue Reading
An ag policy specialist says he’s concerned about staff shortages within the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Ben Lilliston, director of rural strategies and climate change with the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy, says local offices, specifically, have seen a decline in employees. “Fewer staff means more difficulty for farmers to access programs and the…… Continue Reading