Momentum Builds as Ohio’s Farmers and Ag Industry Leaders Coalesce Behind Vivek’s Campaign
COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) today endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy for Governor, marking another major boost in the campaign’s momentum among Ohio’s farmers and agricultural leaders.
“Vivek Ramaswamy shares the values that matter most to our beef family farmers and his policies align with OCA’s longstanding policy. He understands the challenges farmers face every day, and we’re proud to endorse him for governor,” said Mark Goecke, President of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association. “It’s clear Vivek understands the issues we care about, from the preservation of our Constitutional freedoms and private property rights to the need for controlled government spending and limited government intervention in business, and we’ll do everything we can to help propel him to victory in 2026.”
Since 1951, OCA has worked to promote Ohio’s beef cattle industry, which includes cow/calf, feeder, stocker, seedstock, and dairy producers. Today, OCA represents more than 2,000 beef family farms that raise the majority of the state’s 1.2 million head of cattle across all 88 counties.
“Just as agriculture anchors our economy, OCA’s more than 2,000 members anchor communities throughout rural Ohio, and I’m honored to have their endorsement,” said Vivek Ramaswamy. “These farmers—many from families who have spent generations building this state—reflect the very best of Ohio. I value their perspective and their many contributions to our economy, and I am eager to work with them to make sure Ohio cattlemen’s brightest days are still ahead.”
This latest endorsement further solidifies the powerful agricultural coalition forming behind Vivek’s campaign. In August, Ohio’s Corn and Wheat Growers made history by endorsing in a governor’s race for the first time in more than 30 years. Now, with today’s announcement, these endorsements together represent an unmatched show of unity from the producers who power Ohio’s farm economy.