Business Details
Your Voice in Ohio Agriculture
We are Ohio Farm Bureau, a dedicated organization supporting agricultural communities across Ohio. Our mission focuses on advocacy, education, and community engagement to strengthen the agricultural sector. With a network of county Farm Bureaus, we provide resources and opportunities for farmers and rural residents. Our initiatives include policy advocacy for landowner rights, conservation efforts, and business climate improvements. We offer membership benefits such as health plans, insurance solutions, and professional development programs. Through events like farm-to-table dinners and youth agricultural programs, we foster community connections.Our leadership development initiatives, including AgriPOWER classes, empower farmers to become industry advocates. We collaborate with national Farm Bureau organizations while maintaining Ohio-specific priorities. Our commitment to transparency and member-driven policies ensures we address the unique needs of Ohio's agricultural community. By bridging traditional practices with modern innovations, we strive to secure a sustainable future for Ohio agriculture.
Services
Agricultural Advocacy
Membership Benefits
Health Plans
Community Programs
Leadership Development
Policy Education
Youth Engagement
Insurance Solutions
Energy Audits
Farm-to-Table Events
Highlights and features
- We advocate for critical agricultural policies at state and local levels
- Our membership offers exclusive health plans and insurance solutions
- We provide leadership development through AgriPOWER and youth programs
- County Farm Bureaus create localized community engagement opportunities
- We connect farmers with energy efficiency resources and cost-saving audits
What people say
Invaluable network
Resources to grow
Advocate for farmers
Energy savings
Leadership development
Services
Agricultural Advocacy
We champion agricultural interests through policy development and legislative engagement. Our team works on landowner rights, conservation initiatives, and business climate improvements. By representing Ohio farmers' voices, we influence decisions that impact agricultural operations and rural communities.
Membership Benefits
Our membership program offers exclusive resources including health plans, insurance solutions, and professional development opportunities. Members gain access to energy audits, educational webinars, and networking events that enhance agricultural business operations.
Leadership Development
Through AgriPOWER classes and Young Ag Professionals programs, we cultivate future agricultural leaders. Our initiatives combine expert instruction with hands-on learning experiences to develop advocacy skills and industry knowledge for Ohio's farming community.
Community Programs
We organize county-level events like farm-to-table dinners and youth agricultural workshops. These programs strengthen community ties while educating the public about modern farming practices and rural economic development.
Policy Education
Our educational initiatives explain complex agricultural policies and their impacts. Through informational webinars and policy briefings, we help members understand legislative developments affecting property taxation, energy costs, and agricultural land valuation.
People
Arica Hamilton
Organization Director
Serves Delaware, Franklin, Madison, and Union counties with expertise in agricultural organization development and member engagement.
Matt Aultman
County Farm Bureau Representative
Advocates for agricultural property valuation reforms while representing Darke County Farm Bureau interests.
Mary Smallsreed
County Farm Bureau Leader
Trumbull County representative focused on agricultural policy advocacy and community engagement initiatives.
Questions
What membership benefits does Ohio Farm Bureau offer?
We provide health plans, insurance solutions, energy audits, educational webinars, and leadership development programs for Ohio agricultural professionals.
How does Ohio Farm Bureau support agricultural policy?
We advocate for landowner rights, conservation initiatives, and fair property valuation policies through legislative engagement and policy development committees.
What youth programs are available?
Our Youth in Agriculture initiatives include leadership competitions, educational workshops, and grant programs connecting young people with agricultural careers.
How can farmers access energy cost savings?
Members receive free energy bill audits and access to educational resources helping reduce agricultural energy expenses through efficiency improvements.
What community events do you organize?
We host county farm bureau events including farm-to-table dinners, candidate forums, and agricultural education experiences across Ohio.
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