Rural Broadband

Running a business, precision agriculture platforms, virtual learning opportunities, and telehealth all require reliable connectivity. Broadband development is crucial to the economic viability of Ohio communities. Now that broadband has received historic levels of funding, it is crucial that reliable broadband infrastructure is delivered throughout rural parts of Ohio.

The Ohio Agriculture and Rural Communities 2025 Action Plan

The plan provides a blueprint for policymakers and Ohio Farm Bureau members to bolster Ohio’s agriculture industry and our rural communities.

Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast: Accelerating Broadband Expansion in Ohio

On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, learn about an accelerator program helping communities tap into state funding and tap into more reliable internet. Plus, find out what goes into a good farm estate plan.

The 2024 Ohio Agriculture and Rural Communities Action Plan

Ohio Farm Bureau 2024 priority issues focus on business climate, regulatory environment, preserving Ohio’s farming heritage, healthy rural communities, and grassroots advocacy.

Calling all rural community members: Your input matters

Help the Northeast Counties Farm Bureaus by providing feedback to identify your needs so we can find solutions.

Bridging the digital divide and transforming rural connectivity

Amplex Internet works with farmers to install towers and signals on grain bins in northwest Ohio, significantly impacting connectivity in the region.

Northeast county Farm Bureaus receive broadband grants

BroadbandOhio awarded a total of $654,590 through the state’s Digital Inclusion Pilot Project Grant to help nine community-based, nonprofit organizations address barriers in digital access.

Broadband Infrstructure and Digital Inclusion Listening Sessions

You are invited to a listening session to share your perspective on high-speed internet access in your area.

Broadband listening tour to collect input, needs

Ohio Farm Bureau is encouraging members to share how rural broadband investment has impacted their homes and businesses, and where more work can be done to advance access to rural broadband.

Broadband projects cover 31 counties

BroadbandOhio estimates that around 230,000 residents will have improved broadband availability thanks to the 104 new expansion projects.

Company links more than fiber optics in rural Ohio

It takes time to both build community support and then to build out the fiber network itself, but Ohio Gig doesn’t go into a community looking for a monetary investment, but a credibility one.