Landowner Resources - Ohio Farm Bureau

Legal with Leah: Landowner Liability

Policy Counsel Leah Curtis discusses Ohio trespassing laws and the liability that can fall on landowners when people enter their property.

Legal with Leah: Boundary Disputes

When property owners may have issues with trees or encroachment on their property, they often turn to Ohio Farm Bureau for information.

Legal with Leah: Zoning

Even though there can be zoning in rural areas of Ohio, there are limitations in the law when it comes to agriculture.

Legal with Leah: Open Burning Part 2

During the months of March, April, May, October and November, open burning in Ohio is prohibited during the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Legal with Leah: Open Burning Part 1

Depending on what is being burned and where, there will likely be restrictions from either the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency or possibly the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

Across the Table: Providing important landowner resources a critical membership benefit

The newly updated Landowner Toolkit was built to give our members the knowledge and tools necessary to manage their land responsibly and productively.

New rules for land lease termination

Under HB 397, notice must be given by Sept. 1 to terminate a farm lease, and the lease will terminate at the conclusion of harvest or Dec. 31, whichever comes first.

Legal with Leah: CAUV update, enrollment

Lorain County Farm Bureau recently had success getting some changes made to their CAUV designations, thanks to the help of Ohio Farm Bureau and members taking action.

Woodland Wednesday Series resources

The Woodland Wednesday workshop series was started in 2020 to address topics related to woodland health and wildlife management in northeast Ohio.

Farmland leases: What you need to know

Consult with your farm’s team of trusted advisers in drafting your next farm lease. That includes your lender, accountant, attorney and insurance provider.