2024 Clermont scholarship winner

On Aug. 1, 2024, members of the Clermont County Farm Bureau gathered at the Grant Career Center in Bethel for their annual meeting. The event kicked off with a delicious dinner from Mayslick Dinner Bell Restaurant. The meeting, led by President Joe Glassmeyer III, included highlights such as volunteer recognition, trustee elections, and updates on Farm Bureau initiatives. The night also honored members who contributed to the organization and recognized scholarship winners, including the first recipients of the Don Andrews Memorial Scholarship.

A highlight of the evening was a presentation by Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge. Director Baldridge offered an overview of ODA’s priorities, including the H2Ohio water quality initiative, and farmland preservation efforts. He shared updates on state fairgrounds improvements and emphasized the importance of investing in agricultural youth. Reflecting on his career journey, Baldridge shared an inspiring message about resilience and finding opportunities in setbacks, encouraging attendees to continue advocating for agriculture.

The evening concluded with members voting on local and state policies, electing trustees, and finalizing plans for future events. Updates on the upcoming Farm Tour were also shared, highlighting opportunities for member engagement. With meaningful discussions, the annual meeting exhibits Farm Bureau’s ongoing commitment to agriculture and its members.

Ohio Farm Bureau Health Benefits Plan
The plan we are on is great. It’s comparable to my previous job's plan, and we are a sole proprietor.
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Kevin Holy

Geauga County Farm Bureau

Ohio Farm Bureau Health Benefits Plan
Farm Bureau connections
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.
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Ryanna Tietje

Henry County Farm Bureau

Farm Bureau connections
Giving farmers a voice
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.
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Matt Aultman

Darke County Farm Bureau

Giving farmers a voice
10-year campaign for safer roads
Farm Bureau is what really got the word out. It’s been one of their goals to get this done.
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Bill and Charlotte Wachtman

Henry County

10-year campaign for safer roads
Bringing the farm back to life
I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.
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Gretchan Francis

Trumbull County Farm Bureau

Bringing the farm back to life
Farm Bureau involvement
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.
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Hannah Kiser

Sandusky County Farm Bureau

Farm Bureau involvement
Select Partner Program
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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Chad Ruhl

Farm manager, CSI Insurance

Select Partner Program
Advocacy
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

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