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Bill Bateson

member, Ohio Soybean Council Board of Trustees

Bill knows a lot about: farming, soybeans, Hancock County

Bill Bateson of Hancock County produces soybeans, corn and wheat on 800 acres. In addition to being a grain farmer, he raises beef cattle, managing 30 cows in a cow to calf operation. Outside of agriculture, Bill is a member of Good Hope Church and coaches the junior high basketball team. He is a Hancock County Commissioner.

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