Patterson serving on 2026 OFBF Policy Development Committee
Bill Patterson of Chesterland is serving on the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Policy Development Committee.
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Trumbull County Farm Bureau would like to honor our 2024 scholarship recipients.
Milenka Moody is the daughter of Terry and Richard Moody and the recipient of a $1,000 scholarship. She is a 2023 graduate of Jefferson High School and is currently attending the University of Findlay, with a double major in animal science and pre-veterinary medicine and a minor in chemistry. Milenka is currently a member of multiple organizations on campus such as the Pre-Vet Club, Block and Bridle, and Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter. After graduation, she plans to continue her education to earn a doctorate in veterinary medicine to work in large animal medicine to provide affordable and timely care to the community.
Zachary Meyer is the son of Barbara and William Meyer and is receiving a $500 scholarship. He is a 2019 LaBrae High School graduate and is planning to attend The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Zachary has been involved in multiple community food distribution services such as Findlay City Mission and has participated in the planning committee for the Food Animal Medicine Student Symposium. He has worked as a veterinary assistant for Countryside Veterinary Service from 2020-2024 and at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in 2023. Zachary plans on working as a veterinarian in large animal medicine to assist and collaborate with farmers to maximize their farm’s capabilities.
Carlie Easterday is the daughter of Emily Shoenberger and Jeremie Easterday and the recipient of a $250 scholarship. She is a 2024 graduate of Trumbull Career and Technical Center and plans to attend Kent State University, majoring in sports medicine. Carlie volunteers with the Champion Youth Basketball program, NTHS assisting teachers creates donations, and crochets hand towels for the elderly on her own. Carlie intends to complete her education at Kent State University and continue her education to become a medical doctor practicing orthopedic surgery.
My first recommendation in your journey is to start out with a local farming friend or mentor along with joining an organization like Ohio Farm Bureau.
We’re just so thankful for the Farm Bureau and the foundation for helping put this together. And of course, the Boyert family for the vision they had with this grant. It’s jumping us forward 10 years. It’s unbelievable.
I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.
It wasn’t until I joined the Wilmington College Collegiate Farm Bureau that I truly saw how my passion could translate into leadership, advocacy and a career.
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.
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.
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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