Rep. David Taylor roundtable

Newly elected Congressman David Taylor sat down with farmers and agricultural leaders from Adams, Brown and Clermont counties Feb. 20, 2025, at the Brown County Fairgrounds. As a member of the House Committee on Agriculture, Taylor took the opportunity to hear directly from local producers about the challenges and opportunities facing the region’s agricultural industry.

This roundtable discussion brought together 34 community leaders, including representatives from OSU Extension, local Soil and Water Conservation District offices, the county auditor and treasurer offices, and Jack Irvin from Ohio Farm Bureau’s policy team. Discussions covered a range of topics, including the upcoming farm bill, the sustainability of family farms, and the need for greater transparency across multiple facets of government. Attendees also expressed interest in the positive expansion of ethanol and its impact on rural economies.

Taylor reaffirmed his commitment to supporting agriculture and ensuring farmers have the tools they need to thrive. We appreciate his time and willingness to engage with our local farming community and look forward to working together to strengthen Ohio agriculture.

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

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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
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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

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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

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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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