Jarrett Crowthers

Each year, the Ohio Farm Bureau employs 20 to 25 individuals as State Fair Ambassadors at the Land and Living Exhibit, located in the Donahey Ag & Hort Building. These individuals are from all across the state and come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Through this spotlight series, I hope to shine a light on some of our best and brightest that are beginning their journey as a young professional in agriculture. ~ Haley

Name: Jarrett Crowthers

Hometown: Trenton (Butler County)

High School / College: Graduate of Edgewood High School, going to The Ohio State University

Major: Agricultural business/Applied economics and a double major in political science

Favorite Commodity: Sheep

Favorite Fair Food: Pork nachos

What interested you about becoming an ambassador?: I was interested in becoming an ambassador for the opportunity to meet new people with similar passions of mine, to learn more about agriculture in Ohio, and to (of course…) AGVOCATE!

What is your background in agriculture?: I come from a family that does not farm, however many family friends have farms and I have been active at my county fair. However, my agricultural background comes from my involvement in the FFA. It completely changed my view on agriculture and opened my eyes to sides of the industry that I never knew of and taught me the importance of sharing our stories.

Why is it important engage with the public about agriculture?: In a society that is so detached from the agricultural industry, it is important to educate consumers about what common practices are used, and also the reasoning behind those practices. That will ultimately lead to a better relationship between agriculturists and consumers where we can work together to provide healthy, nutritious and delicious products to all people.

How does being an ambassador impact your future goals?: Being an ambassador will equip me with the tools and knowledge needed to advocate for agriculture in the future by being an agricultural lobbyist to help shape agricultural and food policy into policy that is beneficial for all people.

 

Labor has always been an issue, mainly because we are a seasonal operation. So that's a challenge finding somebody who only wants to work three months out of a year, sometimes up to six months.
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Mandy Way

Way Farms

Farm Labor Resources
I appreciate the benefit of having a strong voice in my corner. The extras that are included in membership are wonderful, but I'm a member because of the positive impact to my local and state agricultural communities.
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Ernie Welch

Van Wert County Farm Bureau

Strong communities
I see the value and need to be engaged in the community I live in, to be a part of the decision-making process and to volunteer with organizations that help make our community better.
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Matt Aultman

Darke County Farm Bureau

Leadership development
Farm Bureau involvement has taught me how to grow my professional and leadership experience outside of the workforce and how to do that in a community-centric way.
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Jaclyn De Candio

Clark County Farm Bureau

Young Ag Professionals program
With not growing up on a farm, I’d say I was a late bloomer to agriculture. I feel so fortunate that I found the agriculture industry. There are so many opportunities for growth.
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Jenna Gregorich

Coshocton County Farm Bureau

Growing our Generation
Knowing that horticulture is under the agriculture umbrella and having Farm Bureau supporting horticulture like it does the rest of ag is very important.
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Jared Hughes

Groovy Plants Ranch

Groovy Plants Ranch
If it wasn't for Farm Bureau, I personally, along with many others, would not have had the opportunity to meet with our representatives face to face in Washington.
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Austin Heil

Hardin County Farm Bureau

Washington, D.C. Leadership Experience
So many of the issues that OFBF and its members are advocating for are important to all Ohioans. I look at OFBF as an agricultural watchdog advocating for farmers and rural communities across Ohio.
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Mary Smallsreed

Trumbull County Farm Bureau

Advocacy
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