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Ohio Farm Bureau applauds Gov. DeWine dyed diesel executive order

The executive order waives state penalties and suspends discretionary enforcement related to the use of dyed diesel on public highways through Dec. 31, 2026.

Ohio Farm Bureau, partners pack 10,000 meals to kick off Food and Farms Month

Ohio Farm Bureau joined leaders from across Ohio’s food and agriculture industry this week to pack 10,000 meals for central…

Ohio Farm Bureau supports expanded use of dyed diesel

The administration recently issued an executive order easing restrictions on the use of tax-exempt dyed diesel fuel for on-road agricultural transportation.

Ohio Farm Bureau statement on gas tax holiday

As fuel prices skyrocket across the state, lawmakers are preparing to return to the Statehouse to vote on the temporary suspension of Ohio’s gas tax.

Ohio Farm Bureau releases new agritourism guide

Ohio Farm Bureau has created a new guide to help members better understand the laws, regulations and risk considerations that come with opening their farms to the public.

Ohio Farm Bureau names 2026 policy development committee

Twenty leaders have been named to the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Policy Development Committee.

Prettyman chairs 2026 OFBF Policy Development Committee

Cy Prettyman of New Bloomington is serving as chairman of the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Policy Development Committee.

Patterson serving on 2026 OFBF Policy Development Committee

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

Flynn serving on 2026 OFBF Policy Development Committee

Adele Flynn of Wellington is serving on the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Policy Development Committee.

Bolte serving on 2026 OFBF Policy Development Committee

John Bolte of Tiffin is serving on the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Policy Development Committee.