Geauga County - Ohio Farm Bureau

Preparing for emergencies saves time, money

Preparation may not be as exciting as purchasing new equipment, but when an emergency occurs, it can be one of the best investments you ever make.

Grange ties families with agriculture

The Grange was a place to meet with and get to know your neighbors in a safe, family-friendly atmosphere.

Patterson serving on 2026 OFBF Policy Development Committee

Bill Patterson of Chesterland is serving on the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Policy Development Committee.

Raising livestock can be family affair

While we may walk into those barns thinking we’re raising livestock for the county fair, somewhere along the way we’re raising kids, too.

Expanding into a new farm venture

Who knew that what started as having to come up with a prefix for my first homebred Jersey would grow into such a brand and new business ventures for me.

Summers on the farm transition into school

Not every child will grow up on a farm, but every child deserves some version of the freedom my grandparents’ farm gave me — the freedom to be curious, learn by doing and grow at their own pace.

Preserving your harvest

Canning and freezing are the most common ways to preserve garden vegetables, but it’s important to follow the correct steps to preserve quality and taste, and to promote food safety.

Group Membership Spotlight: G.A.R. Horizons LLC

The Northeast Counties Farm Bureau serving Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, and Trumbull Counties is excited to highlight one of our valued business members who plays an important role in supporting local agriculture and strengthening our rural communities.

Agricultural outreach grows community awareness

This past month has been filled with so many wonderful opportunities to share our love and passion for farming, and to give consumers a small glimpse into what it takes to raise and care for crops and animals.

Don’t forget to water your plants during the heat

As a general rule of thumb, an inch of rain each week during the summer is needed for most plants.