Recent H-2A program impacts aim to steady farm labor costs, needs
A recent state budget fix and a federal rule reform to H-2A have resulted in some relief for farmers who use the guest worker program.
Read MoreAdvocacy at the county, state and national level to give members a voice and political influence on issues important to Ohio agriculture. Here are some examples.
Farm Bureau’s policy work led to the creation and reform of CAUV, elimination of estate taxes in Ohio, lower state and federal taxes, strong farm and crop insurance programs, defending animal agriculture and property rights and funding for the H2Ohio water quality initiative.
Farm Bureau’s staff experts to help members with questions about energy development, property rights, transportation rules and more.
Farm Bureau staff support youth involved in 4-H, FFA and our Young Agricultural Professionals program, as well as scholarships, ExploreAg camps and our Youth Pathways program, which helps young people find their place in Ohio’s agriculture community.
Farm Bureau’s networking opportunities provide access to lawmakers, community leaders, industry experts and each other.
Farm Bureau’s leadership development and growth opportunities through programs such as AgriPOWER, Young Ag Professionals and various events conferences all involve staff participation and leadership.
Farm Bureau’s extensive media platforms amplify our messages.
Business solutions from our partners at Nationwide, plus our Health Benefits Plan, Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Group Rating Program and a multitude of member benefits help members grow their bottom line.
A recent state budget fix and a federal rule reform to H-2A have resulted in some relief for farmers who use the guest worker program.
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Ohio Farm Bureau brought forth 10 policies to be voted upon by delegates at the American Farm Bureau Annual Convention in Anaheim earlier this week, and all 10 were approved as national policy.
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Ohio EPA has recently proposed allowing data centers to obtain ‘general’ National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits for their stormwater/wastewater discharges.
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Delegates discussed many topics impacting agriculture including farmland preservation, local foods, and succession planning.
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Ohio Farm Bureau Treasurer Adele Flynn participated in the meeting, representing Ohio farmers.
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HB 10 ensures transparency around how imitation meat is labeled, along with restoring needed flexibility around the application of crop protection tools.
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The budget includes funding for: H2Ohio, animal health and animal disease response, the College of Veterinary Medicine at Ohio State, and the Brownfield Remediation Program.
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The Pickaway County Farm Bureau Board of Trustees invites you to attend our Policy Development Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
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The Fairfield County Farm Bureau Board of Trustees invites you to attend our Policy Development Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
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Plans would be for Ohio farm families who do not have access to health insurance as an employee benefit or who are uninsured or underinsured due to high costs and limited options in the marketplace.
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