Membership

Connect. Learn. Advocate.

Whether you’re a full-time farmer, backyard grower, agribusiness professional, or simply someone who cares about local food and the future of farming, we invite you to become a member of the Summit County Farm Bureau.

As a local chapter of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, your membership connects you to advocacy, education, exclusive discounts, and a powerful community committed to supporting agriculture across Ohio.

Why Join the Summit County Farm Bureau?

Agriculture touches everyone—and your membership helps protect and grow the future of farming in Summit County and beyond. Join if:

  • You’re a farmer or landowner
  • You work in or with the food or farm industries
  • You value strong local food systems and rural communities
  • You want to support advocacy for Ohio agriculture
  • You’re interested in educational events, resources, and networking

Membership means more than benefits—it means being part of a united voice for Ohio farmers.

Member Benefits

Your membership includes both local and statewide benefits:

Advocacy & Policy

  • Voting rights in local and state Farm Bureau policy
  • Representation on key agricultural issues
  • Access to policy development and legislative updates

Business Services

  • Ag Intelligence Service reports and market insights
  • Health care and wellness plans
  • Legal and estate planning resources
  • Farm business services and leasing tools
  • Risk management, insurance discounts, and more

Education & Resources

  • Workshops, seminars, and events hosted locally and statewide
  • Access to experts on CAUV, water quality, energy, and land use
  • Landowner Toolkit
  • Subscription to Our Ohio magazine and Buckeye Farm e-News

Exclusive Discounts

  • Discounts on Nationwide insurance products
  • Savings on Case IH, John Deere, Grainger, and more
  • Fixed-rate energy savings program
  • Farm Bureau Bank services and credit card processing tools
  • StoneX agricultural risk management solutions

Membership Types & Dues

Standard Member – $120/year

Recommended for farmers, landowners, or anyone directly impacted by agriculture.

 

Young Member – $40/year

For individuals ages 18–24 who are students, young ag professionals, or starting their career in agriculture.

How to Join or Renew

You can join or renew your membership online or in person at a local event.

Online

Visit the Ohio Farm Bureau Membership Page →

Select Summit County as your local organization.

In Person

Join us at one of our events, such as the Annual Farmers’ Share Breakfast. Stop by the Summit County Farm Bureau table—we’re happy to help you sign up or renew.