The heritage of Nationwide Agribusiness

1926

Founding of the Farm Bureau Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

Nationwide was established by members of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation to provide affordable auto insurance to farmers who were often overlooked by traditional insurers.

1928

Expansion into other states

The company began to expand its services to farmers and rural communities outside of Ohio.

1934

Introduction of farmowner policies

These policies were specifically tailored to cover farm properties and equipment, addressing the unique risks associated with agricultural livelihoods.

1955

Launch of the Nationwide brand

The transition to Nationwide allowed for a stronger, more unified brand that continued to prioritize the needs of farmers and ranchers under the "Nationwide is on your side" commitment.

Circa 1960

Introduction of risk management service to ag cooperatives

These offerings helped agricultural cooperatives effectively identify, assess and mitigate risks.

1982

Establishment of Nationwide Agribusiness

Specialized services and products for the agricultural community cemented Nationwide’s role as a trusted partner in the farming industry. The same year, Nationwide acquired Farmland Mutual Insurance Company, based in Des Moines, IA. Farmland had been founded in 1909 by grain elevator cooperatives that needed insurance coverage for their wooden grain elevators.

2009

Introduction of Farm Certification program

Nationwide’s Farm Certification program equips insurance agents with specialized training on the unique, ever changing needs of farms and ranches. We’re the only farm insurance provider that trains and certifies our agents.

2011

Launch of Land As Your Legacy®

The Land As Your Legacy program was created to help preserve America’s family farms and ranches.

2014

Introduction of Grain Bin Safety Week

After a father and son lost their lives in a grain bin accident in 2013, Nationwide launched Grain Bin Safety Week to raise awareness and prevent similar tragedies. This annual initiative educates communities on grain bin dangers and promotes essential safety measures. Nationwide and partners have awarded 452 grain rescue tubes to first responders across 35 states — over $2 million in resources.

2018

Launch of the Golden Owl Award®

Honoring outstanding ag educators, the Golden Owl Award spans 15 states and continues to grow. To date, it has awarded over $600,000 to support teachers, students, school ag programs and participating state FFAs, advancing ag education.

2022

Formation of the AgTech Innovation Hub

Nationwide and The Ohio State University collaborated to form the AgTech Innovation Hub with the goal of developing new solutions that help the agricultural ecosystem better understand, manage and mitigate climate risk.

Today

Offering customizable solutions

From small farms to large commercial food processors, we offer a full range of affordable, customizable solutions to meet the insurance and financial needs of operations.

Tomorrow

Evolving alongside agriculture

We continue to focus on always adapting and evolving to ensure that our customers have what they need, when they need it. We're working hard to make sure we Protect Your Next^SM.