Agriculture trade and tariff resources
Ohio Farm Bureau has collected information and resources that will be updated as the trade and tariff situation continues to unfold.
Read MoreTechnology for solar energy has come a long way over the past 10 years and, as a result, solar development projects are increasing across Ohio at a rapid rate. But with this recent boom in solar comes questions and concerns for farmers and landowners. What should you be aware of when signing a lease, what role does the government play, how will new solar projects impact land use, real estate values and nearby communities? Ironically energy that uses light is becoming a heavy topic in Ohio and we will cover it all on this Our Ohio Weekly.
00:00 – Dale Arnold, director of energy policy with Ohio Farm Bureau and OFBF’s senior director of state and national policy, Brandon Kern, talk about the development of solar energy projects across the state and how the process of starting a project may be changing.
23:50 – Meet the newly elected Ohio Farm Bureau state trustee, Danielle Burch, “To the Beat of Agriculture”.
32:20 – Ohio Farm Bureau’s director of water quality and research, Jordan Hoewischer, talks about the Ohio Nutrient Management Record Keeper or ONMRK app and how it is helping farmers with nutrient applications.
42:20 – Belmont County Farm Bureau will be filling backpacks for local kids in need again this month. Board member Devin Cain has all of the details and how volunteers can get involved.
Ohio Farm Bureau has collected information and resources that will be updated as the trade and tariff situation continues to unfold.
Read MoreRyanna Tietje, a Henry County Farm Bureau member, knew from an early age that her dream was to return to the family farm after college.
Read MorePlans would be for Ohio farm families who do not have access to health insurance as an employee benefit or who are uninsured or underinsured due to high costs and limited options in the marketplace.
Read MoreThis boot camp taught me that the time to tell our stories—and stand up for our industry—is now.
Read MoreIn 2022, Ohio passed House Bill 397 to give farmers more security by standardizing farm lease terminations. The law helps, but only a comprehensive written lease ensures your rights when circumstances shift.
Read MoreThe proposed tax package makes permanent several provisions from the TCJA that were previously set to expire. It also expands upon these provisions to provide additional opportunities.
Read MoreHow do we reduce the risks to operators and family members who work with, and near PTO-driven equipment?
Read MoreAgriPOWER is a a leadership and advocacy development program of Ohio Farm Bureau, designed for farmers and agribusiness professionals.
Read MoreOhio Farm Bureau members have become increasingly concerned about foreign ownership in recent years, as any threat to Ohio farmland is one they take very seriously.
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