Sunday, Gov. Mike DeWine announced a ‘stay-at-home’ executive order, signed by Ohio Health Director Dr. Amy Acton, to the list of efforts to halt the spread of COVID-19 in Ohio. As he announced details of this new measure, he pointed…
Homeland Security deems agriculture as ‘critical infrastructure’
WASHINGTON – Today, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency released guidance to help state and local jurisdictions and the private sector identify and manage their essential workforce while responding to COVID-19. As the nation comes together to slow the spread…
Letter to governor emphasizes agriculture’s importance
On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, a coalition of Ohio agriculture groups, including Ohio Farm Bureau, sent a letter to Gov. Mike DeWine to highlight the importance of farmers and all of those along the food supply chain amid the state’s…
Congress passes coronavirus relief bill
On March 19, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, an economic stimulus plan aimed at addressing the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on Americans. The Act goes into effect April 2, 2020. Employers will…
Buckeye Farm eNews–Coronavirus updates from Ohio Farm Bureau
At this unprecedented time, Ohio Farm Bureau is and will continue to engage with administrative and legislative leaders to be your voice and dispense needed information. Ohio Farm Bureau is monitoring COVID-19 developments as they happen and will be updating…
Local officials cite importance of 2020 census
Matt Aultman knows all too well what federal dollars flowing into his community mean to the residents of Darke County. From his county commissioner’s seat in Greenville, he’s tasked with helping sustain and enhance the quality of life for his…
Amanda Kolitsos - March 17
#TakeOverTuesday: Emily Krikke, Richland County
On Takeover Tuesdays, an Ohio Farm Bureau member takes over the Ohio Farm Bureau Instagram for the day to share a day in their life. Check in throughout the day or follow us on Instagram, @OhioFarmBureau, to meet new Ohio farmers and ag…
Coronavirus measures at livestock auctions
Measures are being taken in Ohio and throughout the country to combat the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), and these measures will impact the state’s livestock auctions. Effective immediately and until further notice, livestock auction facilities are limiting spectators at…
Ohio Farm Bureau statement on DeWine’s orders to close restaurants amid coronavirus pandemic
“We are thankful for the leadership of Gov. DeWine during these uncertain times. The concerns around the rapid spread of COVID-19 have already had a major impact on our daily routines. Now, with the Governor’s difficult decision to close the…
Legal with Leah: Brown v. Artex
Oil and gas production is still a big business for Ohio. In fact, the state realized an increase in production in the latter part of 2019. But the oil and gas industry, and more specifically the lease agreements that are…