Advocacy

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. Priority issues include work on property taxes, water quality, energy development, promoting good government and securing a proper business climate for agriculture to prosper.

Farm Bureau applauds House passage of farm bill

Thanks to the engagement of Farm Bureau members, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a new farm bill April 30. American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall asked the Senate to quickly take the next step.

Legal with Leah: Meteorites and Trespassing

A recent meteorite in northeast Ohio has sparked fascination and a few legal questions. Leah Curtis joins to discuss what this rare event means for landowners.

Bill would permit excused absences for 4-H, FFA activities

House Bill 125 will permit students to have a limited number of excused absences for 4-H and FFA events, ensuring they are not disciplined for attending.

Take a close look before transferring well ownership

Conferring with a knowledgeable attorney is beneficial and important to ensure you understand your rights and obligations that may result from this type of transaction.

Data centers, brownfield remediation top-of-mind for members

Farmland should be seen as a national resource is a view encapsulated in Farm Bureau’s recent policy supporting the creation of a national farmland preservation strategy.

Legal with Leah: Rails to Trails and Eminent Domain

Leah Curtis discusses Rails to Trails projects, potential impact on farmland when these conversions happen and Farm Bureau’s role in a North Carolina case.

Results: AFBF survey on fertilizer affordability

In response to current fertilizer market conditions, American Farm Bureau recently surveyed farmers regarding fertilizer availability and affordability for their…

Farm Bureau at the table

OFBF leadership participated in several key discussions with current and prospective lawmakers, bringing to light the real-world challenges Ohio farmers are facing.

What EPA’s new DEF guidance means for farmers

EPA released new guidance allowing diesel equipment manufacturers to move away from traditional DEF quality sensors and use alternative technologies, such as nitrous oxide sensors.

Ohio Farm Bureau applauds results of OACI’s 2026 Assessment Survey Report

The report provides a data-driven look at conservation practices across the Western Lake Erie Basin and emphasizes farmers are doing their part in water quality.