Congressman Turner to host Ag Forum

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Congressman Mike Turner (R-OH 10th District) will be hosting an Ag Forum for those who would like to learn more about how federal regulations impact our local agricultural economy.

The topics this year will include discussion on water quality, nutrient management, and the labeling of genetically-modified organisms for human consumption.

This year’s forum will consist of a panel discussion with representatives from Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association, Ohio Soybean Council, and Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. The moderator for the panel discussion will be Jack Fisher, Executive Vice President for Ohio Farm Bureau. The keynote speaker will be David Daniels, Director of Ohio Department of Agriculture. There will also be a question and answer session, where the audience will be able to engage panelists and speakers.

The forum will be at Cedarville University in Cedarville in the Health Science Center building on Saturday, April 9. The forum will start at 9 a.m. and last until 11 a.m. The forum is open to the public and there is no charge for admission. This meeting will serve as a great opportunity to learn more about federal regulations impacting local agriculture. Congressman Turner has been recognized by Ohio Farm Bureau as a Friend of Agriculture and is widely acknowledged as an ardent supporter of the farming community.

To reserve your seat, please call Congressman Turner’s office at 937-225-2843.

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