Local Member Benefit

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.

Growing our Generation: Networking through Collegiate Farm Bureau

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.

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.

Nationwide News: Unlock hidden farmland value with legacy nutrient deductions

Legacy nutrient deductions enable new farmland owners to claim deductions on the nutrients within the soil on which healthy crops depend.

Ohio Farm Bureau sponsors grain rescue equipment for Grain Bin Safety Week

Farmers, agribusinesses and community members are encouraged to nominate their local fire departments for Nationwide’s Nominate Your Fire Department Contest through April 30.

Ohio Farm Bureau supports legislation encouraging ag career awareness for urban youth

Introduced by Sen. Paula Hicks-Hudson, SB 120 would establish the Urban Farmer Youth Initiative Pilot Program.

The farm hazards we don’t see

Gases, vapors, and fumes can all create risk. How can we measure and protect ourselves from them?

Young Ag Professionals State Committee names new leadership and members

The Ohio Farm Bureau’s Young Agricultural Professionals State Committee has named its 2026 leadership and the individuals who will be serving on the state committee for 2026-2028.

Apply now for 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation scholarships

The Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation has multiple scholarships available to Ohio students from rural, suburban and urban communities who are pursuing degrees with a connection to the agricultural industry.

Build Smart. Deduct More.

With 100% bonus depreciation now permanent, farmers can deduct the full cost of a new agricultural building in the year it’s placed in service.

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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.

Ryanna Tietje

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.

Matt Aultman

Farm Bureau is what really got the word out. It’s been one of their goals to get this done.

Bill and Charlotte Wachtman

I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.

Gretchan Francis

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.

Hannah Kiser

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.

Chad Ruhl

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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