Advocacy 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.
Ohio Farm Bureau recently published an op-ed in The Columbus Dispatch highlighting the importance of protecting private property rights as discussions continue around expanding eminent domain powers in Ohio.
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Brad Bales, senior director of state and national policy for Ohio Farm Bureau, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of grassroots advocacy, the impact of sharing your story and why staying engaged matters.
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Introduced by Rep. Sarah Fowler Arthur (R-Ashtabula) and Rep. David Thomas (R-Jefferson), the bill would add trees cultivated for maple syrup production to Ohio’s statutory definition of agriculture.
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Ohio Farm Bureau shared members’ concerns about the rapid growth of data centers across the state and the long-term impacts on agriculture and rural communities.
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Ohio Farm Bureau applauds the passage of H.R. 1346, allowing the year-round sale of E15, also known as Unleaded 88 fuel.
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Congress is considering standalone legislation to allow the permanent, year-round sale of E15. Members can use the action center to contact their member of Congress.
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