News Room

Farm Bureau is ready to help meet reporters’ needs. For interviews, background information, story ideas/sources or to be added to Ohio Farm Bureau’s news release distribution list, contact Ryan Matthews, director of communications and media relations, [email protected] or 614-246-8210.

Applications open for America 250-Ohio Agritourism Trail

Applications are being accepted through June 30 for agritourism businesses interested in being featured on the America 250-Ohio Agritourism Trail.

Applications open for AgriPOWER Class XVII

Ohio Farm Bureau is accepting applications for AgriPOWER Class XVII, its leadership and advocacy development program. Application deadline is Aug. 1, 2026.

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards $147,500 in scholarships

Annually, the foundation recognizes Ohio students for their academic effort, community engagement and career interests that link agriculture to community service, education or scientific research.

Ohio Farm Bureau appreciates pause for data center tax exemption

Gov. Mike DeWine’s recent decision to pause consideration of any new data center tax exemption requests, through the Ohio Tax Credit Authority, comes as the Ohio General Assembly’s Joint Data Center Study Committee looks at the growth of data centers in Ohio.

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation announces 2026 golf invitational details and honorees

Industry professionals, community members, and golf enthusiasts are invited to take part in the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation Golf Invitational June 22 at Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove City.

Ohio Farm Bureau encouraged by results of OACI’s Auglaize River Watershed Assessment Report

The report provides insight into measurable progress in conservation practices and Ohio farmers’ continued commitment to water quality.

OFBF applauds House passage of year-round E15

Ohio Farm Bureau applauds the passage of H.R. 1346, allowing the year-round sale of E15, also known as Unleaded 88 fuel.

Applications open for 2026 Growing Tomorrow Grant

The grant helps create opportunities for early-stage agricultural businesses to move forward by addressing financial and startup hurdles. Apply by July 31.

Ohio Farm Bureau partners with Life Line Screening to expand access to preventive health screenings

This new partnership provides members access to preventive cardiovascular and stroke risk screenings at a member-preferred rate.

Collegiate Farm Bureau launches at University of Findlay

Collegiate Farm Bureau creates opportunities for students to connect with Ohio’s agricultural industry, develop leadership skills and prepare for careers in food and agriculture.