Applications for Ohio Farm Bureau Health Plans now available
Members have three ways to apply: contacting a certified agent, calling 833-468-4280 or visiting ohiofarmbureauhealthplans.org.
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Ohio Farm Bureau is continuing to work proactively to ensure the state has both clean water and productive farming. Over the past 2½ years, OFBF has invested more than $2 million in its comprehensive Water Quality Action Plan. Farm Bureau staff and county volunteers have worked tirelessly to implement water quality programs in communities throughout Ohio with the help of dozens of partnering organizations.
OFBF’s leadership in improving the state’s water quality is being recognized not only in Ohio but nationally. Ohio Farm Bureau recently received American Farm Bureau’s prestigious New Horizon Award for its county water quality grants program.
Scientists, conservationists, farmers, reporters, university leaders, businesses, environmentalists and state and federal leaders have already visited the Blanchard River Demonstration Farms in the Western Lake Erie Basin. County Farm Bureaus have embraced the challenge of creating innovative programs that improve water quality in their communities and educate consumers about the importance of agriculture in their daily lives. Over the past two years, 27 county Farm Bureaus have partnered with 117 groups on 31 high-caliber programs. The total investment from OFBF and partnering groups is more than $880,000. That number will grow after the newest round of county water quality grants is awarded later this year.
With the state’s new fertilizer certification deadline fast approaching (Sept. 30), more than 12,000 farmers have completed their continuing education in fertilizer certification and have been certified by the state with OFBF helping promote the learning workshops.
Much more measurable progress in OFBF’s efforts to improve the state’s water has been made and is featured in the fourth OFBF Water Quality Status Report, which was issued in May, 2017.
The deadline is fast approaching to apply for a county Farm Bureau water quality grant. Ohio Farm Bureau has funding available for county Farm Bureau projects that improve water quality in their community. Deadline is April 14.
Caption: Chris Kurt has devoted 168 acres of his farm to be part of the demo farm project. Last August Kurt participated in the Hardin County Field Day where he was interviewed by media.
To grow a network and gain perspective and knowledge in the industry through personal and professional development has been invaluable. Every day I learn and grow.
The issue of property taxation remains as one of the biggest challenges our members face today. Ensuring agricultural property is valued for its agricultural potential and not development is critical to the continued success of Ohio agriculture.
Farm Bureau is what really got the word out. It’s been one of their goals to get this done.
I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.
Because we are younger farmers just starting out, Farm Bureau has a lot of good opportunities and resources to help us grow in the future.
Through the Select Partner program, we became educated in farm insurance and weren't just selling policies. It became more and more clear why farmers need an advocate like Ohio Farm Bureau.
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Ohio Farm Bureau Young Ag Professionals State Committee applications due May 1
Members ages 18-34 who are interested in developing their leadership skills and enhancing programming for their peers should apply.
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Ohio Farm Bureau testifies in support of early workforce development bill
Senate Bill 328 is legislation designed to strengthen career-connected learning and better prepare students for Ohio’s workforce needs.
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With the Family Forest Carbon Program, you can have a successful farm and get paid to grow healthy forests.
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Ohio Farm Bureau calls on Congress for Farm Bill 2.0
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Ohio Farm Bureau testifies in support of House Bill 646
House Bill 646 would establish a Data Center Study Commission to examine the impact of rapid data center development across the state.
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Collegiate Farm Bureau serves as a connection to current industry professionals and equips the next generation with the essential tools and resources needed to excel in their careers.
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2026 priorities discussed at Ohio Farm Bureau’s Ag Day at the Capital
Ohio Farm Bureau members met one-on-one with state legislators and staff to discuss policy priorities impacting Ohio’s farms and rural communities.
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Nationwide News: Unlock hidden farmland value with legacy nutrient deductions
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Ohio Farm Bureau sponsors grain rescue equipment for Grain Bin Safety Week
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