Policy & Politics

Ohio Farm Bureau Supports "End Ohio's Estate Tax Now" Campaign

Published Jul. 9, 2010

In recognition that eliminating the estate tax is consistent with the policy positions developed and approved by delegates at the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) Annual Meeting, the OFBF Board of Trustees has voted to support an initiative petition campaign underway to end Ohio’s estate tax on December 31, 2012.

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OFBF Endorses a YES Vote on Issue 1 - Third Frontier Renewal

Published Apr. 7, 2010

The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) has announced its support for State Issue 1on the May 4th ballot, which will renew Ohio’s highly successful Third Frontier program. OFBF’s Board of Trustees felt Third Frontier is a proven driver of economic development and represents responsible use...

OFBF Endorses a YES Vote on Issue 2 - Casino Location Change

Published Apr. 7, 2010

The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) Board of Trustees has voted to support passage of State Issue 2 on the May 4th ballot. Issue 2 would authorize a change in location for the Columbus casino, which was approved by Ohio voters last November.

Ohio Department of Agriculture Accepts Specialty Crop Grant Proposals

Published Mar. 16, 2010

The Ohio Department of Agriculture is now accepting proposals for the 2010 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which will provide funding for projects that will enhance the competitiveness of Ohio’s specialty crops. The department is seeking project proposals that will advance long-term...

New Livestock Care TOOL BOX E-Newsletter Debuts This Week

Published Mar. 16, 2010

Be watching your email for the new Livestock Care TOOLBOX, aimed at equipping you for the upcoming challenge to the Ohio Livestock Care Standards board. Each edition will include helpful information that you can use to turn back the out-of-state activists who want to undo what you accomplished...