Early in the formation of Shelby County, agriculture has played a prominent role in its economic development. Farmers have toiled in the county fields for over two centuries. Robinson Joslin was born in February of 1953. Joslin was a local farmer who spent his life in agriculture. He began farming after graduating from The Ohio State University in 1975.
Rob Joslin was a major part of agriculture both nationally and internationally. This local farmer left an impact on Ohio agriculture. He adapted early to the new farm technologies, realizing the value of new practices and implementing them on his farm.
For more than 25 years, Joslin’s operation was dedicated to conservation tillage and 100% no-till. He held multiple leadership roles in the agricultural industry. Rob was president of the American Soybean Association as well as a member of the Ohio Corn Grower and Wheat Growers Associations. Joslin was on the Ohio Farm Bureau. He dedicated 20 years of service as a 4-H advisor, while also serving on various agricultural related advisory committees.
Rob was a lifetime member of the Shelby County OSU Alumni, Sidney Rotary Club as a Rotarian and Edison State Trustee. He was a member of the Sidney Moose, Elks, and VFW. He was a zoning officer for Clinton Township.
Throughout his life, Rob served in many capacities for the Shelby County community. His leadership in those roles is exemplary. Rob saw a wide range of possibilities for the agricultural society in Shelby County.