Terry McClure

Terry McClure is a farmer-leader who exemplifies excellence in both farming operations and selfless service for the advancement of agriculture. A former Ohio Farm Bureau president and member of the Nationwide Board of Directors, McClure is the fifth generation on McClure Farms where he started a grain hauling and purchasing business in 1978.

While beginning his leadership with the Paulding County Soil & Water Conservation District, he later became involved in association work after understanding more about farmers’ needs and has since held various leadership positions, including serving on the boards of the  Ohio Soybean Council, the Ohio Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau. He also was one of the leaders who founded Heartland AgDeavor, a non-profit that assists farmers in value-added investments. In 2004, he was elected to the Nationwide board and provided leadership in the company’s growth as a Fortune 100 Company.

McClure has demonstrated his commitment to Ohio agriculture through volunteering and community contributions. He has been a leader in promoting water quality by implementing conservation practices on his farm and supporting research to improve agriculture’s understanding of this issue. He possesses an exceptional talent for bridging the gap between the practical realities of the farm and the strategic vision of the boardroom. His collaborative approach has been instrumental in solving problems related to Ohio agriculture and his unwavering dedication has left a lasting impact on Ohio agriculture, benefiting the farming community for many generations to come.