2026 Growing Tomorrow Grant is sponsored by Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Applications open for 2026 Growing Tomorrow Grant - Ohio Farm Bureau Applications open for 2026 Growing Tomorrow Grant Applications are open for the 2026 Growing Tomorrow Grant, a program offering up to $100,000 to support innovative agricultural business ideas and projects led by Ohio’s next generation of farmers and entrepreneurs.

Created through the vision and generosity of former Ohio Farm Bureau Trustee Mike Boyert, and his wife, Patti, the grant helps create opportunities for early-stage agricultural businesses to move forward by addressing financial and startup hurdles.

Available to any Ohio Farm Bureau young farmer or entrepreneur member, the funding is available for efforts focused on agricultural education, environmental stewardship, rural economic opportunities and solutions that strengthen local communities.

“Ohio Farm Bureau and our foundation have long been focused on creating opportunities for our young agricultural professionals, and as agriculture faces a long list of challenges, the grant helps these young leaders use their skills to address these challenges and generate a deeper understanding of farming to our consumers and communities,” said Kelly Burns, Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation executive director.

Applications are open through July 31, and finalists will be invited to present their business plans to a panel of judges in September. All recipients of the Growing Tomorrow Grant will be announced Dec. 11 at the 108th OFBF Annual Meeting.

Applications and eligibility requirements can be found at ofbf. org/growing-tomorrow-grant/ . The grant is made possible by the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation and its generous supporters such as Nationwide Foundation, Farm Credit Mid-America and numerous other individual donors.

Ohio Farm Bureau’s mission is working together for Ohio farmers to advance agriculture and strengthen our communities. Learn more at ohiofarmbureau. org.

This is a news release for use by journalists. Questions should be directed to Ryan Matthews, 614-246-8210 or [email protected] . To grow a network and gain perspective and knowledge in the industry through personal and professional development has been invaluable.

Every day I learn and grow. The issue of property taxation remains as one of the biggest challenges our members face today. Ensuring agricultural property is valued for its agricultural potential and not development is critical to the continued success of Ohio agriculture.

10-year campaign for safer roads Farm Bureau is what really got the word out. It’s been one of their goals to get this done. Bill and Charlotte Wachtman 10-year campaign for safer roads Bringing the farm back to life I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.

Trumbull County Farm Bureau Bringing the farm back to life Because we are younger farmers just starting out, Farm Bureau has a lot of good opportunities and resources to help us grow in the future. Sandusky County Farm Bureau Through the Select Partner program, we became educated in farm insurance and weren't just selling policies. It became more and more clear why farmers need an advocate like Ohio Farm Bureau.

Farm manager, CSI Insurance So many of the issues that OFBF and its members are advocating for are important to all Ohioans. I look at OFBF as an agricultural watchdog advocating for farmers and rural communities across Ohio.

Trumbull County Farm Bureau Growing Tomorrow Grant News Room Young Ag Professionals Ohio Farm Bureau launches partnership with Gripp Ohio Farm Bureau members receive exclusive access and discounted rates to digital tools specifically designed to maximize day-to-day productivity, simplify equipment maintenance and enhance asset protection.

Applications open for America 250-Ohio Agritourism Trail Applications are being accepted through June 30 for agritourism businesses interested in being featured on the America 250-Ohio Agritourism Trail. Applications open for AgriPOWER Class XVII Ohio Farm Bureau is accepting applications for AgriPOWER Class XVII, its leadership and advocacy development program. Application deadline is Aug.

1, 2026. Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards $147,500 in scholarships Annually, the foundation recognizes Ohio students for their academic effort, community engagement and career interests that link agriculture to community service, education or scientific research.

Ohio Farm Bureau appreciates pause for data center tax exemption Gov. Mike DeWine’s recent decision to pause consideration of any new data center tax exemption requests, through the Ohio Tax Credit Authority, comes as the Ohio General Assembly’s Joint Data Center Study Committee looks at the growth of data centers in Ohio.

Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation announces 2026 golf invitational details and honorees Industry professionals, community members, and golf enthusiasts are invited to take part in the 2026 Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation Golf Invitational June 22 at Pinnacle Golf Club in Grove City.

Ohio Farm Bureau encouraged by results of OACI’s Auglaize River Watershed Assessment Report The report provides insight into measurable progress in conservation practices and Ohio farmers’ continued commitment to water quality. OFBF applauds House passage of year-round E15 Ohio Farm Bureau applauds the passage of H. R.

1346, allowing the year-round sale of E15, also known as Unleaded 88 fuel. Applications open for 2026 Growing Tomorrow Grant The grant helps create opportunities for early-stage agricultural businesses to move forward by addressing financial and startup hurdles. Apply by July 31.

Ohio Farm Bureau partners with Life Line Screening to expand access to preventive health screenings This new partnership provides members access to preventive cardiovascular and stroke risk screenings at a member-preferred rate.