Ohio Corn & Wheat celebrates House Bill 170 passage to strengthen rural communities

Ohio Corn & Wheat is celebrating Governor Mike DeWine’s signing of House Bill 170, legislation that creates a clear path forward for carbon capture and sequestration projects in Ohio while strengthening opportunities for corn farmers, ethanol producers, and rural communities.

Carbon capture allows ethanol plants and other facilities to capture carbon dioxide before it enters the atmosphere and store it safely underground. House Bill 170 gives Ohio clear rules for how those projects can move forward, while also keeping important protections in place for landowners.

The new law marks an important step forward for Ohio farmers and the state’s ethanol industry. Establishing a clear framework enables Ohio ethanol plants to compete more effectively, attract investment, and create more opportunities for corn produced on local farms. 

“House Bill 170 is a win for Ohio farmers and a win for rural Ohio,” said Eric Tipton, Fayette County farmer and president of the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association.… Continue reading