Ohio Dairy Producers Association

The Ohio Dairy Producers Association is a united group of dairy producers who share a genuine concern for the future of Ohio’s dairy industry.

As a grassroots legislative, research, and producer education organization, ODPA represents dairy farmers from across the state, regardless of farm size, breed or production strategy, marketing preference, or political affiliation.

Advocating for Dairy Producers

ODPA speaks with a unified voice to support or oppose proposed legislation and policy that might affect the dairy industry. ODPA also monitors regulatory activity and tracks important issues. When necessary, ODPA members are activated to further support ODPA's position.

Serving our Membership

ODPA offers its members producer education opportunities and access to Ohio dairy news and issue updates. Membership also provides an opportunity to participate in a Group Workers Compensation program.

Protect the future of Ohio's dairy industry.

"In today's changing industry, it is critical, now more than ever, for dairy producers to speak with one clear voice on issues that affect their future."

Tom Fleming, ODPA chair

and dairy producer from Allen County

Moving the Industry Forward

To strengthen Ohio's dairy industry, ODPA works closely with the Ohio Dept. of Ag, other government agencies, and The Ohio State University on topics like on-farm issues, environmental policies, and product innovation.

ODPA also works in tandem with the dairy promotion checkoff program to protect the image of dairy producers by providing consumers and the market chain with facts about animal care, environmental stewardship, on-farm practices and food safety.

ODPA is a member of the Ohio Dairy Industry Forum, the Ohio Livestock Coalition and the Ohio Agricultural Council, as well as an associate member of the National Milk Producers Federation.