Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

Gripp is a new Ohio Farm Bureau member benefit designed to help farmers better manage their equipment, maintenance and records. On this episode of the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, Tracey Wiedmeyer of Gripp joins to discuss how the technology works, the challenges it helps farmers address and how members can take advantage of this new benefit.

From changing temperatures to varying rainfall across the state, Ohio farmers have experienced a wide range of weather conditions throughout the 2026 growing season. Aaron Wilson, Ohio's state climatologist, joins the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast to discuss this year's weather patterns, how conditions are affecting harvest and what farmers can expect heading into winter.

From barn fires to severe weather, property damage can create costly challenges for farm families. Laramie Sandquist of Nationwide Agribusiness joins to discuss common property risks, practical steps farmers can take to prevent losses and new resources available to help protect their businesses.

Eldorado Scioto Downs will host the Breeders Crown finals Oct. 23-24, bringing some of the best in harness racing to Ohio. Director of Racing Jason Roth joins the podcast to talk about the event and what it means for Ohio’s harness racing industry.

Agritourism continues to give Ohio farm families new ways to diversify their businesses and connect with consumers. Leah Hetrick joins us to talk about the opportunities that come with opening a farm to the public, some of the important considerations for farm businesses and a new member-exclusive agritourism guide designed to help farmers navigate the process.