2024 Ohio Farm Bureau Annual Report: Membership value by the numbers
Here are some of the public policy achievements and member programs that deliver value for you.
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Farm to Table
Meet Ohio farmers, try delicious recipes and discover how Farm Bureau members are working to keep our tables full and communities strong. Throughout the state, agriculture is a critical part of Ohio’s economy and touches our lives every day.
Did you know that one in every eight Ohioans is connected to farming or production in some way? Many of our members, especially our Young Agricultural Professionals, are part-time farmers, who can be found everywhere from classrooms and veterinary offices to state parks and food processing companies. Ohio Farm Bureau is constantly adapting to support the changing needs of agriculture across our state. In addition to traditional operations, agriculture in Ohio is diverse. Our members include niche farming, such as producers of hops and Ohio maple syrup, to agribusiness professionals in trucking, biofuels, farm lending and more.
As the landscape continues to evolve, it’s an exciting time to be involved in agriculture in Ohio. Farm Bureau is committed to supporting the next generation of farmers and helping our members succeed, just as we have been doing for the past hundred years.
We work together to help people, families and neighbors get things done to build stronger communities, protect farms and support local foods. Explore the ways that Ohio Farm Bureau is working from farm to table through our stories in Our Ohio, subscribe to the Our Ohio e-newsletter and discover what’s in season for your next trip to the farmers market.
Agriculture in Ohio
Farm and Food Profiles
Our grassroots organization is powered by people. Meet some of the members who make Ohio Farm Bureau great.
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Our Ohio’s seasonal recipes will help you make the most of Ohio-grown products.
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Our Ohio tells stories that build community around Ohio Farm Bureau’s mission, exploring how agriculture impacts the daily lives of all Ohioans.
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The plan we are on is great. It’s comparable to my previous job's plan, and we are a sole proprietor.
To grow a network and gain perspective and knowledge in the industry through personal and professional development has been invaluable. Every day I learn and grow.
The issue of property taxation remains as one of the biggest challenges our members face today. Ensuring agricultural property is valued for its agricultural potential and not development is critical to the continued success of Ohio agriculture.
Farm Bureau is what really got the word out. It’s been one of their goals to get this done.
I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.
Because we are younger farmers just starting out, Farm Bureau has a lot of good opportunities and resources to help us grow in the future.
Through the Select Partner program, we became educated in farm insurance and weren't just selling policies. It became more and more clear why farmers need an advocate like Ohio Farm Bureau.
Featured Articles
Detailed guides on key topics are free to Ohio Farm Bureau members
Ohio Farm Bureau offers several member exclusive publications and tools to help keep farmers and landowners up to date on trends and market intel, providing members with a competitive advantage.
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Volunteers have always been the backbone of Farm Bureau
Affectionately known as the Golden Girls, they were there, and sometimes still are, as the backbone of the organization – making cookies and making plans to keep “community” in the farming.
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National Ag in the Classroom Conference a ‘win’ for teacher
Ohio’s National Ag in the Classroom Conference Educator Scholarship is made possible through the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation Patterson Family Ag Literacy Fund.
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Access to policy expertise makes membership worth it
Ohio Farm Bureau experts can discuss everything from CAUV to pipeline leases to landowner fence line disputes.
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Camera can identify potentially hazardous hot spots
With an eye toward reducing the estimated 20,000 yearly agricultural fires in the United States, Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau Federation are offering members access to thermal imaging cameras.
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New foundation president excited to see progress of young leaders
Nathan Brown of Highland County is the new Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation board president.
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Watershed moments for water quality
A proactive approach to water quality in Ohio is getting results without burdensome regulations.
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Farmer mental health: Overcoming the stigma and offering support
Overcoming this stigma falls upon the shoulders of family, friends, loved ones and the broader community—and it begins with open and honest communication.
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A cautionary tale about starting a home bakery
Knowing about the resources available to her through her membership could have saved Heather Hawvermale time, heartache and money.
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