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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One of the sessions of the 2020 Virtual Farm Science Review was held by Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics, as their team focused on the Value Chains in Food and Agriculture. Our Ohio Weekly host Ty Higgins moderated that session as the panel talked about how corn, cattle, pork, milk and other sectors have adjusted to reduced ethanol production, lower prices and supply chain logistics due to COVID-19 and what the current financial situation looks like.
00:00 – Ben Brown, assistant professor of professional practice in Agricultural Risk Management, talks about how the ag economy has been impacted by COVID-19.
16:50 – Dr. Ian Sheldon, professor and Andersons Chair of Agricultural Marketing, Trade and Policy discusses the impact of the coronavirus on the global marketplace.
23:50 – Meet the 2020 National Miss Agriculture USA, Ava Lonneman, “To the Beat of Agriculture”.
32:20 – Sarah Black, Great Lakes Ag Labor Services interim general manager and director of business operations at Michigan Farm Bureau, shares details about Ohio Farm Bureau’s newest member benefit.
42:20 – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose explains the deadlines coming up for those wanting to be involved in the 2020 elections.
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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Energy program provides savings, peace of mind
One of the best decisions Shannon and Heather Utter made a few years ago was looking into a Farm Bureau member benefit that has ended up saving them thousands of dollars on their energy bills.
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Growing our Generation: Votes in Farm Bureau matter
Ryan Hiser has experienced first-hand the importance of having the opportunity to vote on issues that will affect his family operation and other farmers.
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Ohio Farm Bureau officers re-elected at 107th Annual Meeting
Bill Patterson, Cy Prettyman and Adele Flynn will continue to serve as officers for Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.
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Ohio Farm Bureau shapes 2026 policy at annual meeting
Delegates discussed many topics impacting agriculture including farmland preservation, local foods, and succession planning.
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Ohio Farm Bureau trustees elected at 107th Annual Meeting
Twenty-six farmers govern the state’s largest farm and food organization.
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Ohio Farm Bureau presents inaugural County Leader of Distinction Awards
The 2025 recipients are Fred Cooke (posthumous) of Richland County, Marvin Dietsch of Williams County, Steven Knollman of Hamilton County and Michele Miller (posthumous) of Ottawa County.
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$100,000 Growing Tomorrow Grant awarded to Clover Valley Farm
Nathan and Jill Parriman grow seasonal crops, including Christmas trees, pumpkins and cut flowers, providing U-cut experiences that invite customers to engage directly with agriculture.
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Ohio Farm Bureau honors 2025 Distinguished Service Award winners
The 2025 Distinguished Service Award recipients are Craig Adams, Mike Townsley, and Kellogg Farms, Kurt Farms and Stateler Family Farms.
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A seat at the table with President Trump
Ohio Farm Bureau Treasurer Adele Flynn participated in the meeting, representing Ohio farmers.
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