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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The next round of funding is now available through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), as part of a five year, $17.5 million program funded by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The goal of the program is to reduce nutrients entering Ohio waterways to lessen harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie. Funding is available to assist farmers in installing conservation practices that benefit water quality in the Western Lake Erie Basin.
This year, Ohio livestock producers will receive priority funding. Nutrient management practices that allow for proper storage, timing and placement of nutrients will help livestock producers comply with Ohio’s nutrient management laws. Ohio livestock producers located in the Western Lake Erie Basin interested in applying for technical and financial assistance to implement these practices should contact their local USDA Service Center. The application deadline is Nov. 17, 2017.
The Tri‐State Western Lake Erie Basin Phosphorus Reduction Initiative is a partnership effort that includes public, private and nonprofit organizations and is led in Ohio by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. These partner organizations assist with promoting conservation opportunities and monitoring the impact of these practices implemented through the initiative.
For more information about conservation assistance available through the Tri‐State Western Lake Erie Basin Phosphorus Reduction Initiative, visit the Ohio USDA-NRCS website.
EQIP funding is available in other areas such as cropland, forestry, pasture operations, high tunnels, organic, and many more listed on the Ohio NRCS website under “EQIP Application Deadlines.”
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Ohio Farm Bureau Young Ag Professionals State Committee applications due May 1
Members ages 18-34 who are interested in developing their leadership skills and enhancing programming for their peers should apply.
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Ohio Farm Bureau testifies in support of early workforce development bill
Senate Bill 328 is legislation designed to strengthen career-connected learning and better prepare students for Ohio’s workforce needs.
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The Family Forest Carbon Program: Available for Ohio landowners with a signing bonus
With the Family Forest Carbon Program, you can have a successful farm and get paid to grow healthy forests.
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Ohio Farm Bureau calls on Congress for Farm Bill 2.0
Ohio Farm Bureau recently sent a letter to Congress calling for the swift passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (HR 7567).
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Ohio Farm Bureau testifies in support of House Bill 646
House Bill 646 would establish a Data Center Study Commission to examine the impact of rapid data center development across the state.
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Growing our Generation: Networking through Collegiate Farm Bureau
Collegiate Farm Bureau serves as a connection to current industry professionals and equips the next generation with the essential tools and resources needed to excel in their careers.
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2026 priorities discussed at Ohio Farm Bureau’s Ag Day at the Capital
Ohio Farm Bureau members met one-on-one with state legislators and staff to discuss policy priorities impacting Ohio’s farms and rural communities.
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Nationwide News: Unlock hidden farmland value with legacy nutrient deductions
Legacy nutrient deductions enable new farmland owners to claim deductions on the nutrients within the soil on which healthy crops depend.
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Ohio Farm Bureau sponsors grain rescue equipment for Grain Bin Safety Week
Farmers, agribusinesses and community members are encouraged to nominate their local fire departments for Nationwide’s Nominate Your Fire Department Contest through April 30.
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