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Our work
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.
Featured Articles
Broadband listening tour to collect input, needs
Ohio Farm Bureau is encouraging members to share how rural broadband investment has impacted their homes and businesses, and where more work can be done to advance access to rural broadband.
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Ohio Farm Bureau testifies in support of eminent domain reform
In addition to the testimony in support of HB 64, Ohio Farm Bureau is asking members to contact their state representative to voice their support for eminent domain reform.
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Meeting helps ease farmers’ concerns in East Palestine
Soil and water tests are being developed and conducted, site run-off monitoring is taking place, and livestock have shown no signs of illness or lingering effects from the aftermath of the derailment itself or the chemical burn-off that followed.
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County presidents take part in 2023 Washington, D.C trip
Ohio Farm Bureau’s farmer leaders will be in the nation’s capital March. 7-9, 2023 for the annual County Presidents Trip to Washington, D.C.
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EPA delays year-round E15 proposal
EPA would like to delay the sale of E15 year-round until summer 2024.
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Richland County members attend Ag Day at the Capital
Loren Hulit and Tim Johnson attended on behalf of Richland County Farm Bureau.
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Lorain County holds CAUV meeting with auditor’s office
Lorain County Farm Bureau has been working with the Lorain County auditor’s office for several years on CAUV issues.
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2023 Ohio Agriculture and Rural Communities Action Plan
The 2023 Ohio Agriculture and Rural Communities Action plan provides a blueprint for policymakers and Ohio Farm Bureau members to bolster Ohio’s agriculture industry and our rural communities.
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AFBF delegates pass Ohio Farm Bureau policies
The issues we brought to the table were substantive policy, based on experiences that we have had in Ohio. ~ Brandon Kern
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