Issues

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. The policy book for 2021 was determined by delegates to the annual meeting. American Farm Bureau’s 2021 polices are available to download.

Ty Higgins - Today

Ohio Farm Bureau supports ending supplemental unemployment aid

Ohio will be ending the supplemental unemployment aid from the federal government June 26,

Ohio Farm Bureau Staff - May 11

Ohio Farm Bureau among major business associations to publish legislative objectives

The legislative priorities are aimed at improving and enhancing Ohio’s business and job climate and increasing opportunities for Ohio families.

Eileen Eisenhauer - May 10

Richland Policy Development Breakfast June 23

Richland County Farm Bureau asks for input on the issues and policies you think need attention in our community,

Ohio Farm Bureau Staff - May 4

Ohio Farm Bureau Action Alert – Capital Gains and Stepped-Up Basis

Members are encouraged to write to their members of Congress, urging their support for the continued use of stepped-up basis.

Lynn Snyder - April 30

Legal with Leah: Stepped-up basis, capital gains tax

Ty Higgins discusses the implications of these changes in the tax code with Ohio Farm Bureau Policy Counsel Leah Curtis.

Gail Keck - April 29

International trade markets bring local prosperity

The economic impact of international trade extends far beyond the farms producing the crops.

Adam Sharp - April 27

Across the table: Bridging the rural, urban divide

The Ohio Agriculture and Rural Communities Action Plan puts Farm Bureau’s priority issues front and center, brings people together, and creates opportunities for agriculture.