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Ohio's Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net are focused on bringing Ohio farmers the latest news in agriculture. Through our podcast, we deliver more conversational pieces, reaching more in-depth to the events and happenings in Ohio ag.
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Join Matt and Dusty as they spotlight innovative farming practices and stewardship across Ohio. Leon Klopfenstein of Paulding County shares his journey to earning the Ohio No-Till Council 2024 No-Till Farmer of the Year award, focusing on enhancing soil health in challenging conditions. Rob Davis of Reclaimed Tree Farm in Harrison County, the 2024 Ohio Tree Farm of the Year, discusses his sustainable forestry practices. Plus, Jessica D'Ambrosio of The Nature Conservancy explains cascading waterways and their role in conservation.
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Joel Penhorwood of Ohio Ag Net talk with Tadd Nicholson, Ohio Ag Council president and Ohio Corn and Wheat executive director. They first chat about farm nicknames throughout the years. They also talk about the Ohio Agriculture Council spring meeting where they bring people from all sectors of Ohio agriculture together. More in this week's podcast: Krista Swanson, National Corn Growers Assoication: Krista talks with Dale about corn production forecast in conjunction with Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Assoication. Terry Mescher, Ohio Department of Agriculture: Dusty talks with Terry about H2Ohio and the outlook for the project. Tadd Nicholson, Ohio Corn and Wheat: Tadd talks with Matt about the newly announced E15 waiver. Adam Heffron, Ohio State Fair and Expo Center: Adam who is the new executive director of the Ohio State Fair and Expo Center talks with Matt about the upcoming fair and plans for the future. Intro 0:00 Krista Swanson 5:34 Terry Mescher 20:05 Tadd Nicholson 27:47 Adam Heffron 29:04
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talks with Mark Purdy, COO of Aimpoint Research. They talk about research and collecting data to help support farmers and the agri-food sector. They talk about the effects of inflation, technology, wage inflation, and more. More in this week's podcast: Matt Reese, Ohio Country Jounral: Matt talks about the new AI versus old AI and what that means in agriculture today. Kent Edwards, Erie County Farmer: Matt talks with Kent about being the Ohio wheat contest yield winner. Intro 0:00 Matt Reese 3:44 Kent Edwards 8:38 Main Conversation, Mark Purdy 11:39
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal talks with Kyle Brown, Wyandot County swine farmer and Chris Weaver, Williams County dairy farmer about livestock outlook for 2024. They talk about market outlooks, disease pressure, and upcoming challenges within livestock, specifically in the dairy cow and swine industries. More in this week's podcast: Madi Layman, Ohio Soybean Council: Dale talks with Madi about biodiesel and market outlook. Shaun Weller, DVM, Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute: Matt talks with Dr. Weller about High Path Avian Influenza in Ohio dairy cattle. Intro 0:00 Madi Layman 2:19 Dr. Shaun Weller 13:03 Main Conversation, Kyle Brown and Chris Weaver 20:32
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talk with Devin Fuhrman, the chief agriculture and sponsor relations officer for Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Adam Sharp, executive vice president of Ohio Farm Bureau. They talk about agriculture trends in America and what that means moving forward as a nation. Trends they talk about are trade, land prices and uses, the United States being a net food importer, and more! More in this week's podcast: Melanie Strait-Bok, Farm Credit Mid-America senior vice president of agricultural lending in Ohio: Dale talks with Melanie about patronage week at Farm Credit Mid-America and how they give back to their customers Doug Martin, Paul Martin and Sons: Dale talks with Doug about farm equipment sales and what demands look like for the future such as more technology. Willie Murphy, Clinton County farmer: He talks with Matt about marketing beef from his farm into different industries. Intro 0:00 Melanie Strait-Bok 5:16 Doug Martin 12:56 Willie Murphy 21:20 Main Conversation, Devin Fuhrman and Adam Sharp 28:07
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Joel Penhorwood of Ohio Ag Net and Logan County Farm Bureau president talks with Ty Higgins, senior director of communications and Jack Irvin, vice president of public policy for Ohio Farm Bureau talk about the recent county presidents' Farm Bureau trip to Washington, D.C. They talked about what policy was on the forefront for their time in D.C. such as the Farm Bill and tax reform. More in this week's podcast: GrowNextGen: Dale talks with the folks at GrowNextGen about the program in their classroom. Adam Sharp, Ohio Farm Bureau executive vice president: Matt talks with Adam about the recent trip to Washington, D.C., and how Ohio Farm Bureau lobbies for Ohio farmers. Becca Waldo, Ashtabula County Farm Bureau president: She talked to Matt about the country farm bureau president trip to D.C., and the importance of sharing your voice to elected officials. Intro 0:00 GrowNextGen 10:29 Adam Sharp 25:29 Becca Waldo 29:34 Main Conversation, Ty Higgins and Jack Irvin 34:20
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talk with Tadd Nicholson, executive director of Ohio Corn & Wheat and Jed Bower, a farmer from Fayette County and past president of the Ohio Corn and Wheat about the Commodity Classic in Houston. They talk about the Corn Congress at Commodity Classic and the big tickets items such as ethanol, trade and the Farm Bill. More in this week's podcast: Hilary Poulson, Farm Credit Mid-America: Poulson is the Growing Forward specialist at FCMA and she talks with Dale about the program goal and outlook. Dr. Aaron Wilson, The Ohio State University: Wilson is the State Climatologist of Ohio and talks with Dale about a look at the weather. Steve Gerten, Award Winner: Matt talks with Gerten who was named the National Land Improvement Association Contractor of the Year. Intro 0:00 Hilary Poulson 3:29 Dr. Aaron Wilson 15:49 Steve Gerten 22:39 Main Conversation, Tadd Nicholson and Jed Bower 27:44
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talk with Joe Evertt, Shelby County Farm Bureau, Steve Wickersham, Marion County Farm Bureau, and Evan Callicoat, Director of State Policy for Ohio Farm Bureau about Ag Day at the Capital. They talk about why the event is important for Ohio Agriculture and what it means for Ohio Farm Bureau. More in this week's podcast: GrowNextGen: Teachers Erin Molden and Jennifer Foudray talks with Dale about the impact GrowNextGen has within their classrooms. Scott Higgins, American Dairy Association Mideast: Ohio Dairy Producers Association is holding their annual meeting soon, and Dale catches up with Scott to talk all things Ohio Dairy. Max Miller, Congressman: Dusty talks with Max about his recent award of being named the Guardian of Ohio Corn and Wheat Award. He also talks about being a champion for Ohio agriculture Additional Segment: Matt talks about not wishing away winter. Intro 0:00 GrowNextGen 2:39 Scott Higgins 21:46 Congressman Max Miller 26:38 Back to Main Conversation 37:51 Additional Segment with Matt 54:23
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talk with Larry Davis of Ag Resource Management. Larry talks about what to expect in the upcoming Farm Bill and how crop insurance will look this year. The crop insurance deadline is March 15. More in this week's podcast: Matt Bowers, Dye Real Estate: Matt discusses upcoming auctions and how the price of agricultural land is still high. Corey Farrens, Madison County Farmer: Corey talks with Dusty about the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association Corn Yield Contest as he was the overall corn yield winner. He talks about his growing practices and what led him to be the winner. Lincoln Winner, Darke County Farmer: Lincoln talked with Dusty as he was a regional winner in the Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association Corn Yield Contest. He is a junior at Versailles High School making him the youngest winner to date. Intro 0:00 Matt Bowers 7:56 Corey Farrens 16:18 Lincoln Winner 21:26 Main Conversation, Larry Davis 24:27
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talk with Alan Sundemeier, CAP Coordinator and OSU Extension. Alan discusses the Conservation Action Project (CAP) and an upcoming program. The project started more than 35 years ago and aims to support seven counties near the Maumee River with conservation practices to protect Lake Erie. More in this week's podcast: Matt Bambauer, Bambauer Fertilizer and Seed: Matt discusses grain storage and monitoring of it with the ever changing Ohio weather. Intro 0:00 Matt Bambauer 3:58 Main Conversation, Alan Sundemeier 10:25
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and Joel Penhorwood of Ohio Ag Net talk with Paul Lyons, Ohio Farm Bureau Vice President of Membership. They talked about the recent National Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah and the Young Ag Professional Conference in Columbus, Ohio. Paul shares about his experiences at the annual meeting and gives an overview of Ohio recognition. More in this week's podcast: Luke and Kayla Durbin and Joe Everett, YAP State Committee: They talk with Joel about the recent YAP Conference, their role on the State Committee, and their own agriculture background. Scott Fenwick, Clean Fuels America: Scott is the Technical Director for Clean Fuels America and talks with Dale about the biodiesel technology world. Brandon Kern, Ohio Soybean Council and Ohio Soybean Association: Brandon works as the Director of Public Affair and Issue Analysis and he talks with Dusty about US EPA and Endangered Species Act in relation to pesticide use. Intro 0:00 YAP Conference Highlights 8:47 Scott Fenwick 27:46 Brandon Kern 34:20 Main Conversation, Paul Lyons 38:07
It was a win some, lose some year for Ohio corn growers in 2025, but the outlook for 2026 is promising on many fronts. Find out why Eric Tipton, president of Ohio Corn and Wheat is optimistic on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast. Plus, the Ohio State Fair has announced some schedule changes. Get all the details as Joel Penhorwood visits with Alicia Shoults from the Ohio State Fair and Expo Center. Then, a first-of-its-kind conference is coming up next month. Learn how the AgriMinds Summit, March 24th and 25th in Marysville, is the first and only agriculture event focused solely on the person and not the operation. Founder Kacee Bohle shares more on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat.
It is a busy time of year for Ohio's largest farm organization. Between Ohio Farm Bureau's annual meeting, the American Farm Bureau convention and Young Agriculture Professionals Winter Leadership Experience, OFBF's new director of media relations has hit the ground running. Get an update from Ryan Matthews on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast. Plus, finding new uses and markets for U.S. soybeans is top of mind for the United Soybean Board. Here about some of USB's latest work from their director, Carla Schultz. Then, the Ohio Soybean Council is preparing for another Night for Young Professionals event, this time in Wooster, to share the agricultural opportunities available to students and prepare them for their next step of their careers. Hear from one of the students helping to put the agenda together on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat.
Research is a major component of Ohio's soybean checkoff program. The results not only find new uses for home-grown soybeans, but they also help farmers mitigate pests, disease and other factors that could rob yield. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, meet the new Director of Research with the Ohio Soybean Council, Taylor Dill and learn about how her path through OSU Extension prepared her for this new role. Plus, Farm to Power's Sam Roberts joins us to talk about how his organization is helping farmers navigate the noise around property rights, farmland preservation and Ohio's energy needs. Then, Wayne County Extension's John Yost visits with Dusty Sonnenberg about upcoming sheep programing to get farmers prepared for 2026.
From the Farm Bill to trade, labor and year-round E15, there is a lot of policy work being done on behalf of farmers across the country. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, we hear from American Farm Bureau President, Zippy Duvall, about the policy to-do list for 2026. Then, Scott Higgins with the Ohio Dairy Producers Association talks with Joel Penhorwood about getting whole milk back in schools and what that means along the supply chain from the farmers to the kids. And Dusty Sonnenberg catches up with OSU's Garth Ruff about the upcoming Winter Beef Meetings and the topics that will be shared to get producers ready for a successful 2026.
As we head into a new year, risk management planning is critical for every operation, and now is the time to have those crucial conversations with crop insurance providers. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, Ty Higgins and Farm Credit Mid-America Insurance Officer, Lindsey Schwinn discuss the important questions you should be asking to ensure you have the information you need to make informed decisions customized to your operation's needs, and explore the tools offered by Farm Credit Mid-America. Then, there were a number of positive policies passed in 2025 that will benefit corn and wheat farmers, but the challenges remaining within agriculture means that there is even more work to do in 2026. Ohio Corn and Wheat's Luke Crumley gives a full policy update.
Leasing portions of your land can be very beneficial, but signing that contract is not something you should take lightly. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, Ohio Farm Bureau's Director of Energy Development, Dale Arnold, visits with Dusty Sonnenberg about the dos and don'ts through the process of signing a lease. Plus, if you haven't been at the corner of Lane Avenue and Kenny Road in a while, you might not recognize that part of Ohio State's campus, as major transformations have been happening at Waterman. Ty Higgins talks with OSU's College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Dean, Cathann Kress, about the "Bring the Cows Home…and So Much More" campaign designed to keep the positive momentum going.
Beck's Practical Farm Research results from 2025 are in! Upcoming PFR Insight meetings will focus on the latest research and insights to help farmers make informed decisions that can maximize yields and improve profitability on their farms. Find out more on the latest Ohio Ag Net Podcast. Plus, macroeconomics, which focus on aggregate changes in the economy such as growth rates, unemployment, inflation, and national income impact the farm's bottom line. Get an update of the current economic picture with Nationwide.
Biofuels have always sat at the intersection of agriculture, energy, and innovation. For our farmers, they represent not just a market opportunity, but a stabilizing force, adding value to crops like corn and soybeans, creating new demand streams, and supporting rural economies with local processing, transportation, and jobs. They help keep dollars circulating close to home. A recent event in northwest Ohio explored the future of biofuels. The Ohio Farm Bureau sponsored Biofuels Summit featured researchers, retailers and policy makers and you will hear from some of them this week, including Dr. Gabe Lade with Ohio State, Jeff Erb from the Ohio Energy and Convenience Association and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. They are all on the way here on the Ohio Ag Net Podcast.
In this week's Ohio Ag Net podcast, we recap the incredible career of Dale Minyo. Dale will be retiring at the end of the year, and he shares some of his memorable moments with Ty Higgins, including an interview at a county fair that will forever be etched in his mind. Ty also talks with Dr. Leah Dorman to get the details on the newly created Protect OHIO initiative, which will deliver meaningful, measurable impact across our state by educating more veterinarians with a specific focus on enrolling more students from Ohio's rural communities, mentoring large animal and rural veterinarians, and expanding risk assessment and surveillance programs to protect Ohio's agricultural economy. Then, Joel Penhorwood visits with Dr. Margaret Jodlowski, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics at Ohio State's College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences to get her outlook for farm labor in 2026 and beyond that was shared at Ohio State's recent Ag Policy Outlook Conference.
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