🌾 Ohio wheat farmers battle market pressures and Mother Nature. Around 50 farmers and international scholars gathered at Ohio State University's annual Small Grains Field Day seeking expert guidance on wheat cultivation challenges. Farmers face multiple obstacles including fungal diseases, weather changes, rising fertilizer costs, and export uncertainties—all while trying to maintain profitability. Ohio's wheat, the state's third-largest grain crop, remains crucial with 75% processed locally despite global market volatility. Local farmers like Owen Niese are working to expand international markets while agricultural organizations lobby for supportive farm policies amid shrinking farmland and increasing production costs.
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🍽️ Food pantry sounds alarm as SNAP cuts threaten hungry Ohioans. Senate Republicans passed a budget bill that could slash SNAP benefits by $300 billion, potentially reducing or eliminating assistance for one in four recipients. Broad Street Presbyterian Food Pantry, which already serves 1,200 families monthly, fears they won't be able to meet increased demand if the cuts pass. Director Kathy Kelly-Long notes their pantry has already seen a 22% increase in households served since 2023 as pandemic-era supports ended. She worries states won't have the resources to fill the gap if federal funding is cut.
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💼 Atomic Credit Union invites local businesses to network next Wednesday. The Circleville branch will host July's "Business After Hours" event from 4:30-6:30pm, organized by the Pickaway County Chamber of Commerce. Local businesspeople can enjoy conversations, food, and refreshments while building meaningful relationships at no cost. Regional Manager John Lambert highlights that many companies don't fully understand chamber membership benefits, such as potential worker compensation insurance savings through safety meetings. Registration is available on the chamber's website for both this networking opportunity and their separate July 8th Safety Council meeting.
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