Counties to hold legislative district meeting
State Senate Candidate and current State Rep. Susan Manchester, Rep. Tim Barhorst and Rep. Angie King have been invited as our legislative guests April 1.
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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.
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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.
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Featured Articles
County presidents advocate for Ohio agriculture during 2024 trip to Washington, D.C.
Ohio Farm Bureau’s farmer leaders plus members of the media and select Farm Bureau staff are at the nation’s capital March. 12-14, 2024 for the annual County Presidents Trip to Washington, D.C.
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Local Farm Bureau leaders visit Ohio capital
Empowering Ohio Agriculture: Insights from the Annual Ag Day at the Capital
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Ohio Farm Bureau offers CAUV background to Property Tax Committee
farmers are happy with the purpose and philosophy of the CAUV program, but all would prefer some more predictability in their values and more importantly, their tax bill.
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AFBF adopts Ohio Farm Bureau policies
Ohio’s suggested policies touched on artificial intelligence, use of UAVs, and renewable energy.
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AFBF recruiting for Partners in Advocacy Leadership Program
The program helps agricultural leaders ages 30-45 accelerate their engagement abilities and solidify their role as powerful advocates for agriculture. Apply by March 11, 2024.
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Policy set by Farm Bureau delegates at 105th annual meeting
Farmland preservation and development pressure were just a few of the important topics discussed by the delegates at Ohio Farm Bureau’s 105th annual meeting.
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Issue 2 FAQ
Issue 2 would authorize and regulate the cultivation, processing, sale, purchase, possession, home growth, and use of recreational marijuana by adults over the age of 21.
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Farm Bureau hosts estate planning, tax program Nov. 13
‘Future Minded Farmer with Adam Sharp’ will provide insights on upcoming changes to farm estate tax structures set to take effect in 2026.
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Ohio Farm Bureau opposes Issue 2
Issue 2 would authorize and regulate the cultivation, processing, sale, purchase, possession, home grow, and use of recreational marijuana by adults over the age of 21.
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