By Andi Anderson
Ohio Farm Bureau members can now access a variety of expert guides and tools designed to help farmers and landowners navigate complex issues and stay ahead in a changing agricultural landscape. These free, member-exclusive resources provide reliable and practical information.
Ohio Landowner Toolkit
This 40-page guide includes insights from the legal team to help landowners manage property responsibilities. It covers a range of topics specific to rural property ownership in Ohio.
Energy and Utility Issues Resource Guide
This guide helps members understand energy development issues such as leases, easements, on-site power generation, and legal considerations. It is designed to assist with key decisions involving farm energy use.
Small-Scale Food Business Guide
Created by the legal team, this guide outlines regulations for selling food products such as meat, eggs, baked goods, and honey. It details registration, safety, inspection, labeling, and licensing requirements.
Farmer’s Guide to Trucking Regulations
This guide explains state and federal trucking rules that affect farmers. It includes information on CDL requirements, load regulations, inspections, hazardous materials, and a farm driver checklist.
Hiring and Retaining Employees Guide
Finding skilled workers can be a challenge. This step-by-step guide offers tips and templates to help farm employers attract, hire, and retain reliable employees in today’s competitive job market.
Adopting New Ag Technologies
This publication provides risk-minimizing tips for farmers investing in ag tech. It helps assess financial impact, technical readiness, liability, and data security before making major decisions.
With these detailed resources, Ohio Farm Bureau empowers members with knowledge and tools to make confident choices for their farms and businesses.
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