It may seem like nearly everything can be insured, so knowing whether you have too much insurance—or not enough—can be difficult. Jeff Wuoriov of MSN Money suggests simplifying this process by thinking about insuring just two things: your life and…
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OFBF Spotlight: Ty Higgins
Ty Higgins joined Ohio Farm Bureau as its director of media relations in January, after spending several years as a farm broadcaster with Ohio Ag Net. Higgins grew up in agriculture, spending much of his time on his grandparents’ farms…
The Lake Erie Bill of Rights Ballot Initiative
Ohio State University Extension Agricultural and Resource Law Program has compiled a publication that explains the proposed Lake Erie Bill of Rights, which is shared on the program’s Ag Law Blog. This new “In the Weeds” in-depth resource answers questions…
2019 State, National Priority Issues
Each year, Ohio Farm Bureau’s grassroots policy development process surfaces those issues that have a significant impact on production agriculture, our food system and our communities. These priorities are where Farm Bureau will focus efforts for the continued strength and…
Supporting agriculture, local communities
Twice a year, Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards grants to organizations that support and promote Ohio agriculture as well as local communities. The Action & Awareness grants focus on four core areas: economic development, education, environment and the human-animal bond….
Rules regarding open burning
January and February are two months when farmers and rural residents may need to dispose of tree trimmings, brush, weeds or other agricultural waste through open burning. The Ohio EPA allows for burning of these types of wastes on farms,…
Nature Conservancy, Farm Bureau work together
Farmers are the original environmentalists — taking care of the land that not only takes care of them and their families, but also helps feed the entire world. Sometimes there is a strained relationship between environmental groups and the agricultural…
Hope for Ohio events take place throughout state
Inspiring youth in a way that also gives them the tools to influence their peers is one of the driving forces behind Ohio Farm Bureau’s Hope for Ohio initiative. Hope for Ohio is a Farm Bureau project in partnership with…
Golden Owl Honorees
During December 2018 and January 2019 , 10 agricultural educators are being named as Golden Owl Award finalists in surprise ceremonies throughout the state.
Discover the Alpine Countries with Ohio Farm Bureau
Hosted by Collette Tours, one of the oldest and most respected 4-star tour operators in the United States, Ohio Farm Bureau presents the “Discover the Alpine Countries” trip departing Sept. 12, 2019. Download the promotional flyer. Have an amazing trip…