Legal with Leah: Sackett v. U.S. EPA
Ohio Farm Bureau filed a brief in this case, focused on correcting the myth that if the Clean Water Act doesn’t cover wetlands, then there would be no regulation or protection.
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Advocating for Ohio agriculture
Farm Bureau is at the forefront of the top issues impacting agriculture in Ohio. We are committed to keeping our farm and food communities strong and successful. Read more about some of the top issues producers are facing, and what we are doing about it.
As the Voice of Agriculture, Farm Bureau is a passionate advocate for good governmental policy and securing a healthy business climate for our members to prosper. One of the biggest benefits of Farm Bureau membership is having a say in issues that are impacting Ohio’s producers across the state.
Addressing issues impacting Ohio agriculture
Farm Bureau works together with farmers to address the top priority issues impacting Ohio’s agricultural community, and we keep our members informed through our podcasts and publications. The needs of agribusiness are continually evolving, and Farm Bureau is committed to preserving the future of farming for the next generation of food, fiber, and fuel producers.
Our membership is directly responsible for setting our policy agenda at the local, state and national level. Issues like CAUV reform, water quality and land management remain central to our legislative agenda and we are hard at work advocating for rural broadband access, improved access to meat processing facilities, and energy development. Here are some recent examples of our achievements for youth in agriculture and wildlife policy.
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Protecting Landowner Rights
Farm Bureau leads the effort to establish landowner protections, including eminent domain reform and streamlined judicial procedures to help preserve farmland
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Farm Bureau is the leading advocate for rural Ohio, working to ensure strong rural communities through smart investment, innovation and education.
Learn MorePromoting Responsible Conservation Practices
Farm Bureau supports policies that help improve water quality, sustainability and conservation of the vital resources our industry needs to remain strong in the future.
Learn MoreEnsuring a Competitive Business Environment
Farm Bureau is hard at work advocating for rural broadband access, competitive tax policies, and fighting against burdensome regulations.
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Through its policies it brings together people in the agricultural community and invests in building vibrant communities that support agriculture.
If it wasn't for Farm Bureau, I personally, along with many others, would not have had the opportunity to meet with our representatives face to face in Washington, D.C.
If you have issues with local planning or have legal questions, someone at the Farm Bureau has the answer for you, or they’ll connect you with someone who does.
As a member of Farm Bureau, I am glad that this organization takes action when necessary to protect and advance agriculture.
Farm Bureau is an incredible organization that has given me countless professional development opportunities in addition to advocating for all sizes and types of farmers.
We go to a lot of Farm Bureau events, and there’s a lot of camaraderie built because you’re meeting with people who have similar interests and goals.
Featured Articles
Field Day with Jordan Hoewischer: 3Bar Biologics
3Bar Biologics is a microbe delivery and manufacturing company that partners with microbe discovery and commercialization companies.
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Water quality gains flow through soil tests
Farmers in Ohio are increasing soil sampling and managing soil nutrients more closely, leading to a gradual decrease in high soil test phosphorus levels that can lead to water quality problems.
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Ag Day plants seeds for farming policies
On Feb. 16, 350 farmers traded in their barn boots for suits, and they walked the streets of downtown Columbus with one intention — AGvocating and telling their story.
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Legal with Leah – Proposition 12 Heads to Supreme Court
Ohio Farm Bureau Policy Counsel Leah Curtis discusses the ramifications Prop 12 has on American agriculture and what the next steps for the case will be.
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Clermont County Farm Bureau hosts 2022 Policy Development Meeting
Attendees were encouraged to address new issues they confront on a regular basis that need some light shed on them.
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Beginning farmer tax credit one step closer to law
HB 95 creates a tax credit to assist the next generation of farmers while helping the current generation transition their operations.
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Ohio Meat Processing Grant Program receives additional funding
Earlier this week, the Ohio Controlling Board approved $18 million to be allocated to the Ohio Meat Processing Grant Program.
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Brown County Farm Bureau hosts 2022 Policy Development Meeting
The purpose of this grassroots policy proposal process is to hear from our members and community leaders on issues Farm Bureau should address.
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Adams County Farm Bureau hosts 2022 Policy Development Meeting
The purpose of this grassroots policy proposal process is to hear from our members and community leaders on issues Farm Bureau should address.
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