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The Ohio Ag Net Podcast crew heads back to southeast Ohio to talk with Morgan County cattle producers who joined us in September 2024 in the midst of an especially hard drought. Has land and more rebounded from that time? Join Dusty Sonnenberg as he talks with local livestock producers Austin Wiseman, Gary Haines, and OSU Extension Field Specialist Garth Ruff to discuss the past year. Later on, Ohio Ag Net's Dale Minyo catches up with Luke Crumley of Ohio Corn & Wheat about how they and their farmer leaders are staying busy in an ever-changing policy environment.

In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, we're on location in Ottawa County, where a packed barn at the Sheldon and Samantha Miller farm hosted a standout legislative meeting of the Ottawa County Farm Bureau. Ohio Ag Net's Dusty Sonnenberg moderates a thoughtful roundtable with farmers Sheldon Miller, Samantha Miller, Josh Behnke, and Jordan Moore as they dive into the personal and community-wide impacts of conservation programs, land use pressures, weather disasters, and the unintended consequences of federal incentives. Later, Adam Sharp of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation reflects on the importance of civil, local conversations in shaping statewide agricultural policy. Finally, Dale Minyo visits with Optimus Technologies CEO Colin Huwyler to learn how 100% soy biodiesel is hitting the road in real-world fleet operations, including some right here in Ohio.

Need motivation? Look no further. This special edition of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast takes you inside the 97th Ohio FFA State Convention with the help of our 2025 Student FFA Reporters. The episode opens with a roundtable featuring returning reporters Sydney Beiting of East Clinton FFA and Alexis White of Fort Frye FFA, alongside new team members Cole Bauman (Liberty Center FFA), Tara Kremer (New Bremen FFA), and Emily Lichtle (Crestview FFA). From there, hear in-depth interviews with the four recipients of the prestigious Ohio Star State FFA Degree awards: Delaney Jones, Ohio Star Farmer (Allen East FFA) Emma Brandenburg, Ohio Star in Agricultural Placement (Felicity-Franklin FFA) Callie Finnegan, Ohio Star in Agribusiness (Firelands FFA) Joanna Hamilton, Ohio Star in Agriscience (Felicity-Franklin FFA) The episode also features conversations with outgoing State FFA President Anna Moeller, newly elected State President Carter Boyd, keynote speaker Nicki Joiner, Versailles FFA members recognized for chapter and proficiency honors, and a final FFA convention reflection with farm broadcaster Dale Minyo.

In this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Joel Penhorwood sits down with Nick Sheets, founder of Henmick Farm & Brewery in Delaware. Nick shares the story of transforming his family's century-old farm into a thriving brewery and community destination. From the rustic charm of the 1860s barn to the commitment to locally sourced ingredients, Henmick offers a unique blend of agriculture and craft brewing. Nick discusses the vision behind Henmick, the importance of community, and the journey of reinvigorating a family legacy.​ Featured audio includes:  Cab Cam with David Phelps: Join David as he navigates the fields, offering insights into the challenges and rewards of modern farming.​ Cab Cam with Robert Gray: Robert provides a firsthand look at the intricacies of planting season, sharing experiences and techniques.​ Cab Cam with Adam and Alan Vonderhaar: In this episode, Adam and Alan discuss the dynamics of family farming and the evolving landscape of agriculture.

In this special edition of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, we take a heartfelt journey through the roots and growth of Ohio's premier farm broadcast network. Host Matt Reese is joined by former owner Bart Johnson, legendary broadcaster Dale Minyo, and team member Joel Penhorwood. Together, they unpack the legacy of Ed Johnson, the birth of Ohio Ag Net, the evolution of ag media through radio, print, and podcasts, and the stories—some serious, many humorous—that shaped nearly two decades of service to Ohio agriculture. Also in this episode, featured audio from around the state, beginning just after the 8-minute mark: A Between the Rows update with OCJ Editor Brianna Smith and Dale Miller of Wayne and Holmes County Jennie Schultice from Farm Credit Mid-America on the Stock the Trailer program Pettisville teacher Donna Meller discusses ag in the classroom with GrowNextGen Luke Crumley of Ohio Corn & Wheat shares insight on H2Ohio and water quality policy Main Podcast Conversation Resumes – 46:32 The crew reflects on the rise of podcasting, video integration, and what's next for connecting with Ohio farmers. Don't miss this behind-the-microphone look at the unique history of the Ohio Ag Net.  

Show season is upon us, and Roger High of the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association (and a noted livestock judge himself) joins several members of the Ohio Ag Net team for a unique discussion about the trends - both differences and similarities - between commercial and show livestock. Ohio Ag Net's Jeff Reese and Joel Penhorwood, each with unique experience in the show world from a feed and showing perspective, join OCJ's Matt Reese for this talk about the convergence between the world of market vs. show. How do judges walk the line between the two standards? It's a topic with many opinions, and we dive into a few of them in this episode. Tune in!

In this thought-provoking episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese is joined by Ty Higgins of Ohio Farm Bureau and Melanie Wilt of Shift•ology Communication and Clark County Commissioner. Together, they dive into the concept of echo chambers—what they are, how they affect us, and the implications for agriculture, media, and beyond. From a tragic community crisis in Springfield to Chihuahua anecdotes and family holiday debates, the trio explores how differing perspectives shape our understanding of the world. They also offer insights on how agriculture can better communicate across divides in an era dominated by curated information and social media algorithms. It's a challenging yet constructive conversation about the importance of stepping outside our comfort zones.

Do you know who Ohio's "corn model" is? According to Matt Reese in this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, that model is Tyler Drewes of Wood County, a corn producer and the president of the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association. Matt and Tyler catch up at the 2025 Celebration of Ohio Corn & Wheat on Feb. 4 to discuss crop genetics, grower adaptability, and year-round E-15. Featured audio includes: Matt talks with both the corn and wheat winners of the 2024 Yield Contest. In the Ohio corn yield contest, Kent Edwards of Erie County achieved the highest yield with 344.82 bushels per acre. Meanwhile, in the wheat contest, Aaron Stuckey of Fulton County topped the charts with 140.1286 bushels per acre. Matt asks both of them for their tricks of the trade, especially during the challenging 2024 growing season. Dale Minyo speaks with Mike Ralph of Marion County, a corn and soybean farmer who serves on the Ohio Soybean Council Board of Trustees. The two discuss reducing greenhouse gas emissions through biodiesel and renewable fuels, as well as the rise of soybean oil across the United States.

In this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese catches up with newly-elected Ohio Farmers Union President Bryn Bird. They talk cross-country moves, diverse vegetable production, and family farming. Bird also shares what the union is advocating on behalf of farmers for, including strengthening regional food systems and farms. Featured audio includes: Dale Minyo catches up with the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture Brian Baldridge at the Ohio Beef Expo. Joel Penhorwood meets with the President of the Ohio Auctioneers Association Darby Walton at the Ohio Beef Expo. Dale stops by the Farm Credit Mid-America office in Brown County to talk with Rudi Pitzer Perry during Patronage Week. 

The Commodity Classic brings together some of the biggest names in agriculture, and this episode takes you on a virtual tour of the trade show floor. Ohio Ag Net's Dusty Sonnenberg and Joe Everett catch up with industry leaders to hear the latest on everything from crop protection and seed innovation to ag lending and equipment advancements. Whether it's new technologies, financing options, or the latest in biologicals, this episode has something for everyone in ag. We kick off the podcast in an in-depth discussion with Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association's Tadd Nicholson Featured interviews include: Dale Ireland, Syngenta Gail Stratman, FMC Jared Cox, Meristem Pat Clay, Valent Tara Durbin, Farm Credit Tim Hennessy, Phyco Terra Todd Jeffries, Seed Genetics Direct Tony White, Bayer Kim Tutor, BASF David Brennan, Case IH Andrew Luzum, Corteva

The annual Commodity Classic is a big deal for agriculture, bringing together voices from across the industry to talk about what lies ahead. In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Farm Director Dusty Sonnenberg brings you insights from the recent Commodity Classic 2025, featuring updates from a wide range of key agricultural commodity organizations. From market trends and trade discussions to sustainability efforts and transportation challenges, this episode covers it all. Featured interviews in order of appearance: Jed Bower, National Corn Growers Association (NCGA)​ Tyler Drewes and Jared Cox, Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association (OCWGA)​ Caleb Ragland, American Soybean Association (ASA)​ Rusty Goebel, Ohio Soybean Association (OSA) Jerry Bambauer and Tom Fontana, Ohio Soybean Council (OSC) Tom Verry, Clean Fuels Alliance America​ Janna Fritz and Jim Sutter, U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC)​ Phillip Good and Brent Gatton, United Soybean Board (USB)​ Mike Steenhoek, Soy Transportation Coalition Planting season is just around the corner, so listen to this episode for a one-stop place to hear what issues farmers face that could impact your crops in the field.

Pork, pork, and more pork on this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast! Getting updates from the recent Ohio Pork Congress, Matt Reese talks with Ohio Pork Council President Nathen Schroeder from Putman County and Josh Scramlin with the National Pork Producers Council for an entertaining and insightful discussion on all things impacting hog farmers. Additional interviews include: A conversation with Cheryl Day, executive vice president of the Ohio Pork Council Jim Albaugh, the OPC Pork Industry Excellence Award winner Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins' comments to press at the Commodity Classic

This week, the Ohio Ag Net Podcast brings you coverage from Ohio Farm Bureau's Ag Day at the Capital, where Matt Reese catches up with Ohio Farm Bureau Trustee Vince Untied of Muskingum County and Evan Callicoat, OFBF Director of State Policy. More insights from the event come from Whitney Bowers, OFBF Director of State Policy and Grassroots Engagement. Also featured, Dale Minyo talks with Erica Hitzhusen of GrowNextGen SECO and Kristen Ward of Farm Credit Mid-America on the importance of risk management. Plus, Joel Penhorwood hears from key voices at the signing of the new Airable Research Lab at Shawnee State University, a significant step in Ohio's agricultural innovation.

In this week's episode, hosts Matt Reese and Joe Everett sit down with Clint and Joe Nester of Nester Ag, LLC in Williams County to discuss how excess soil fertility can be depreciated for tax savings after purchasing farmland. Also in this episode: Joel Penhorwood catches up with Wendy Osborn of Ohio Corn & Wheat to recap the latest corn and wheat yield contest winners. Matt talks with Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge and Darke County Commissioner Matt Aultman about the devastating impact of high path avian influenza in western Ohio, including an update on the human case of bird flu in Mercer County. Jenna Reese shares insights from the Ohio Forestry Association.

This week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast features an update from the Ohio Cattlemen's Association with OCA President Mark Goecke of Allen County and Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Also featured is Alyssa Heldman, student coordinator for Night for Young Professionals, followed by Taylor Embry of AgHires with insights for job seekers in agriculture. Wrapping up the episode, Ani Katchova, Professor and Farm Income Enhancement Chair in the Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics at The Ohio State University, discusses the latest trends in farm income.

This week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast takes you inside the Ohio Agribusiness Association Conference, featuring conversations with OABA President & CEO Melinda Witten and Board Chair Grant Gates on key legislative wins and the impact of Trump-era tariffs. Dusty Sonnenberg catches up with Tadd Nicholson for an update on E15, while Matt Reese brings insights from the conference, talking ag weather with Aaron Wilson of OSU Extension, market trends with Michael Reginelli of Advance Trading, and risk management strategies with Luke Wells of Professional Ag Marketing.  

This week, the Ohio Ag Net Podcast takes a closer look at the Winchester Farm Exchange, a farm-to-table grocery store featuring products from over 50 local vendors. Hosts visit with Trish Preston, co-owner of Winchester Farm Exchange, and vendors Derek Schmitt of Schmitt Farms in Fairfield County and Sarah Ison of Flourish and Roam in Clermont County. Learn how they're bringing innovative ideas to connect farmers and consumers in the Canal Winchester region. Also featured in this episode: Brent Sohngen of OSU discussing the latest insights on energy. Susan Shultz of Logan County representing the American Sheep Industry. Taylor Embry from AgHires sharing career tips for young professionals in agriculture.

In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese reflects on the trials and triumphs of the 2024 growing season with insights from Nathan Brause of Crawford County and Glenn Lackey of Athens County at the Ohio No-Till Conference. Dale Minyo sits down with Luke Crumley of Ohio Corn & Wheat to discuss the organization's 2025 public policy priorities. Margaret Jodlowski of Ohio State sheds light on the evolving farm labor outlook, while Joel Penhorwood introduces us to the unique world of yak farming in Ohio through conversations with Blake Mathys of Covered Bridge Yaks and Greg Dike, president of the USYAKS Association.

What would you do if you got a direct message on Instagram, and it said, “Would you like to be on a Japanese TV show?” A. Delete it B. Ignore it C. Sure! I'd love to be on a Japanese TV show! Chances are most people would overwhelmingly choose A or B. Last February, OCJ columnist Shelly Detwiler read the first line of this exact message and her first thought was that it was a scam, but she ultimately chose C, which put on track for a once in a lifetime experience on the other side of the world from her home near Plain City. Shelly shares her global culinary adventure with Matt Reese on this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast. Also this week: Matt gets an update on the status of H5N1 in dairy cattle with Shaun Wellert, D.V.M. at Ohio ATI College of Food, Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at Wooster. Joel Penhorwood recaps the big USDA report day from January 10 with Doug Tenney of Leist Mercantile. Ian Sheldon, Ohio State University Professor and Andersons Chair of Agricultural Marketing, Trade and Policy has a look at international agricultural trade.

In the first Ohio Ag Net Podcast of 2025, DustySonnenberg takes a look back at the work done by the Ohio Soybean Council and Soybean Check-off in 2024.  Dusty visits with Steve Reinhard, an Ohio soybean farmer that just finished his term serving as Chairman of the United Soybean Board. Dustyand Steve discuss some of the important work of the USB, creating greater value for farmers with the dollars invested in the soybean check-off.   Dusty also takes a look out in the field and reviews the growing season and final harvest results with Dr. Larua Lindsey, OSU Extension Soybean and Small Grains Specialist. He then discusses plant stress and disease pressure with Dr. Horacio Lopez-Nicora, OSU Extension Soybean Pathologist and Nematologist.

Celebrate the season with this heartwarming and informative Christmas episode! Matt Reese chats with Kayleigh Keller of Keller Meats in Medina County about organizing a supply convoy to help those devastated by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, an inspiring story of generosity and resilience. Shelly Detwiler shares festive Christmas recipes to brighten your holiday table. Plus, hear a GrowNextGen update with Eric and Adele Flynn of Lorain County, who have hosted engaging virtual field trips. Dale Minyo catches up with Wendy Osborn from Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers for an update on ethanol. He also gets an exciting update from Farm Credit Mid-America's Rudi Pitzer Perry and Olivia Congrove as they discuss this year's record-breaking success of Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer, which collected more food for local foodbanks than ever before. Plus, we round it out by remembering the reason for the season as we hear a reading of the Christmas story from the Book of Luke. Join us to get inspired and educated in this final Ohio Ag Net Podcast of 2024.

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.

On this week's podcast, Matt Reese sits down with Dave Keener, farm manager at Timbuk Farms in Licking County, home of the Canaan Fir Tree Company. Keener shares insights into one of Ohio's unique farms that takes Christmas trees from seed all the way to retail. Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge discusses the Operation Evergreen Program, plus Mike Estadt with Pickaway County Extension provides a harvest recap from one of the areas hardest hit by the 2024 drought.

This week on the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese talks with Brian Baldridge, director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, about the critical issue of farmland preservation in Ohio and its impact on the future of agriculture. Do recent exceptions to farmland easements made with good intentions open up loopholes down the road? They explore the topic in depth. Featured audio includes: Dale Minyo's conversation with David Marrison of OSU Extension about key planning considerations for the year ahead.   Brock Burcham of Farm Credit Mid-America discussing strategies for preparing for 2025.   Joel Penhorwood catches up with Jeff Jostpille, a GrowNextGen teacher leader and science teacher at Fort Jennings High School, to talk about bringing agriculture into the classroom.   Matt also interviews Randy Evans of Three Valley Conservation Trust about conservation efforts in the region. Tune in for these stories and more on this week's podcast!

In this week's episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, hosts Matt and Dusty are joined by Dee Jepsen from Ohio State's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, and Ty Higgins of the Ohio Farm Bureau, to discuss the Ohio Agricultural Mental Health Alliance's first farm stress survey results. The conversation dives into the survey's insights and what they mean for Ohio farmers' mental health and resilience. Also in this episode: Dale talks with Shane Kellogg about the role of biodiesel and its benefits to Ohio agriculture. Matt chats with Devin Dye of Dye Real Estate and Land Co. for a look into farmland price trends and the market factors at play. Matt catches up with Garth Ruff from OSU Extension to cover alternative feed options for livestock this winter after the challenging growing season. Tune in for these stories and more in this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast!

For many in Ohio agriculture, 2024 has been a particularly challenging year. As harvest wraps up and the season of thankfulness draws near, 2024 has offered plenty for farmers to reflect on, learn from and pray about. Please do not overlook the power of prayer in a year such as this. On this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese talks with Pastor Chris Reed from The Tree Church in Lancaster about the role, benefits and power of prayer in the lives of Ohio farmers agriculturalists. Also featued in this podcast, we hear a series of beautiful farm-focused prayers from clergy from around Ohio. They include: Pastor Gregg Foxx, New Hope Church, Rawson; Pastor Dave Dooley, Napoleon Church of the Nazarene, Napoleon; an anonomous Catholic priest and pastor of a rural parish in southern Ohio; Pastor Kimberly Reese, College First Church of God, Findlay; and Pastor Wayne Downing, Goshen Friends Church, Zanesfield.

This week's podcast features Matt Reese talking with Anna Moeller, Ohio FFA President, Ryan Bowsher, State Vice President at Large, and Jayden Hicks, State Vice President At Large at last week's National FFA Convention. Featured audio includes: FFA Star Farmer Landon Haney, 20203-24 National FFA officer Morgan Anderson, newly elected 2024-25 national officer Luke Jennings, and Emma Hummer and Noah Cantor from the Erwin Chapter in hurricane devastated Tennessee. In addition, we have an update with Dale Minyo and science teacher Tom Dyer with GrowNextGen and the Ohio Soybean Council.

In Episode 369 we take a look at Ohio's rich agricultural history through the lense of some Century Farms. Matt Reese highlights some history from his family's farm in Hancock County. Matt also talks with Jeff McKanna and family in Putam County, and Geoff Mavis about his Century Farm, the conservation efforts and preservation efforts he has undertaken in Fayette County. We also hear an update from Luke Crumley with Ohio Corn & Wheat

In Episode 368, Matt and Jeff Reese visit with Ryan Conklin and Johnny Cottingim with Wright and Moore Law Company about post-election and end-of-year planning considerations for Ohio farms. There is also featured audio including an update from Dale Minyo with Farm Credit Mid-America, a biodiesel update with Jordan Davidson and some highlights from the World Dairy Expo with Kevin Doeberiener and Lindsay Bowen from Wayne County, part of the team with what may be the first-ever sweep of Holstein champions at the event.  All this and more in the Ohio Ag Net Podcast.

On this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Dusty Sonnenberg and Matt Reese sit down with Luke Crumley of Ohio Corn & Wheat to discuss the impact of the upcoming election and the much-anticipated farm bill in a spirited and fun dicussion. Also in this episode, Dusty talks with Matt Tripp, business manager for John Deere, chatting the latest insights on John Deere technology from the opening of AgPro's new facility opening in Sandusky, while Matt catches up with Mike Estadt of OSU Extension to address the concerns of sprouting soybeans during harvest. Joe Everett wraps things up with a conversation with Dee Jepsen of OSU Extension, focusing on harvest safety tips, especially when children are present. All of this and more in this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast.

This week, Matt and Dusty talk with Kris Swartz from Wood County and Jeff Duling from Putnam County, current president of the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts. In addition, we have featured audio from Cati Riddell talking GrowNextGen, Brynn Bishop on the upcoming Night for Young professionals, Julie Myers with Luckey Farmers Cooperative talking about the 4Rs, and Eric Doll, president of the Ohio Forestry Association talking about the upcoming Paul Bunyan Show at the Guernsey County Fairgrounds. Tune in for the wide ranging and informative discussion in this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast!

The 365th episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast covers all aspects of the extreme fire risk in agricultural fields this fall as an early harvest ramps up in drought-stricken fields around Ohio. The podcast features Dee Jepsen with the Ohio State University Agricultural Safety and Health Program and Josh Lewis, Volunteer Fire Service Coordinator with the Division of the of the State Fire Marshall. In addition, we hear from the Ohio Department of Agriculture with Director Brian Baldridge and Meghan Harshbarger, John Patterson, State Executive Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency in Ohio, and Anna Hall Stroud with Paul Hall & Associates Insurance. Dusty jumps on with Scott Haerr and Wendy Osborn with Ohio Corn & Wheat talking about early harvest and trade.

Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg are back in the saddle for 364th episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, giving you the inside scoop for the 2024 Farm Science Review. Barry Ward and Bruce Clevenger of Ohio State Extension join us from setup day of the Review as the group discusses the must-see items of this year's event and the state of agriculture in 2024. The conversations continue as Dale Minyo talks with Tadd Nicholson of Ohio Corn & Wheat about the changing world of ethanol demand and its huge impact, as well as potential, now and down the road. We then hear from Dusty as he talks with Putnam County Farmer Jeff Duling about a new effort underway in northwest Ohio to bring hay relief to those farmers in need in drought-stricken southern Ohio. Want to get involved? Tune in to learn more. Joel Penhorwood joins us from the tractor cab for a pair of Cab Cams. The first is with Nate Douridas, farm manager at the Molly Caren Ag Center (home of the Farm Science Review) as they were harvesting corn. Not only do we find out how the corn is yielding the field, but what to see at the farm show. The next Cab Cam takes us to southeast Logan County for a chat with farmer Doug Henry of Henry Farms while chopping corn silage, thinking about the benefits of being a diversified operation in the current commodity markets. All that and much more in this week's packed episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast!

This week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast takes us to the heart of the 2024 drought in Morgan County, where Matt Reese sits down with local livestock producers Austin Wiseman, Gary Haines, and OSU Extension Field Specialist Garth Ruff to discuss the challenges facing the area's cattle and beef markets. In our featured audio, Dale Minyo provides a biodiesel update with Madi Corbi of the Ohio Soybean Council, and Dusty Sonnenberg has a legislative update from Brandon Kern with the Ohio Soybean Association. Don't miss Matt's Between the Rows update with Union County farmer Jeff Rea, brought to you by Seed Genetics Direct. Tune in for these stories and more in this week's episode.

In this special edition of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese leads us through various perspectives on the escalating drought of 2024, especially concern to southeast portions of the Buckeye state. Matt talks with Ross Black, a farmer in Pickaway County, which is among the driest parts of the state and the impacts on their growing season We then hear an update from Between the Rows Farmer Matt Spillman of Stark County discussing how they have fared in other parts of the state. The conversation continues with Aaron Wilson, an atmospheric scientist at The Ohio State University with Ohio State University Extension concerning the magnitude of Ohio's drought of 2024 Dale Minyo jumps in with Daniel Call, general manager of Seed Consultants, talking about the agronomic impacts they have been seeing across southern Ohio. Tune in for all of these great conversations and more in this special edition of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast!

Tune in for this jam-packed episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast that covers the past, present, and future of many unique sectors in Ohio agriculture, anywhere from a special equipment auction at Farm Science Review to the reason behind USDA's surprising soybean numbers, and much more. Dusty Sonnenberg talks with Brad Moffit, ethanol specialist with Ohio Corn & Wheat, and Glenn Badenhop, President/CEO of American Freedom Energy LLC, about growing interest in Unleaded 88, or 15% ethanol, at the pump. Dale Minyo talks with GrowNextGen Ambassador Makayla Spoerr about their work in educating consumers. Matt Reese talks with auctioneers Darby Walton and Sam Baer with Walton Realty & Auction Co about an exciting equipment auction coming to Farm Science Review this fall. We also tune in for Dale's conversation with Tadd Nicholson of Ohio Corn & Wheat about the Farm Financial Management and Policy Institute. Joel Penhorwood hears from Ben Brown of the University of Missouri following his talk at the Southwest Ohio Corn Growers Field Day with a look at the current ag economy and the outlook for commodity prices ahead. All of those in-depth conversations are in store in this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast!

This week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast features Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg talking with Russ Rice from Fulton County and Matt Spillman from Stark County with a recap of the 2024 Ohio Crop Tour. Featured audio within this show includes an update of the brand new Henry County Event Center with Bailey Elchinger and Sara Shepard, as well as a look at technology and the 4Rs with Craig Houin from Sunrise Cooperative.

The Ohio State Fair is officially wrapped up, and it was definitely one for the history books! In this episode, we recap more exciting times from the Ohio State Fair. Matt Reese and Dale Minyo of the Ohio Ag Net and Ohio's Country Journal are here to provide all of the updates with a star-studded cast of guests, from champion livestock exhibitors to the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Featured audio includes conversations with: Brian Baldridge, the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture Betty Wingerter, who helps in the Poultry Barn at the Ohio State Fair and Allison Kinney, a long-time poultry exhibitor from Logan County The Ohio State Fair Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Pen of Meat Chickens exhibitors, Alec Genter and Ava Hester The Ohio State Fair Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Market Turkey exhibitors, Isabel Newman and Alex Kinney The Ohio State Fair Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Market Barrow exhibitors, Kylie Locke and Kole Bishop The Ohio State Fair Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Market Beef exhibitors, Annistyn Oszust and Essie McGuire Kelly Morgan, Director of the OH-PIGS Show Circuit Sam Roberts with United Producers

This week's episode is full of Ohio State Fair excitement! From interviews with champions to chats on this year's successful State Fair to conversations about the fairground's massive construction projects, this episode has it all. Join the team at one of the favorite events of the year and stay updated on its agricultural impact. Also featured in this episode is Dale speaking with Rudi Pitzer Perry of Farm Credit Mid-America about the benefits of farm diversification and the proper steps to take towards developing your farm. Featured audio includes conversations with: Carole Pontious and Doug Bayliss with the Ohio State Fair Boer Goat Department Rudi Pitzer Perry of Farm Credit Mid-America The Ohio State Fair Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Market Wether Goat exhibitors, Maya McCoy and Braxton Method The Ohio State Fair Sheep Department Co-Directors Pat Myers and Jim Brandt, with Roger High of the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association The Ohio State Fair Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Market Lamb exhibitors, Ava Shroyer and Marshall Miller

In this week's podcast, join host Matt Reese of Ohio's County Journal and the Ohio Ag Net Podcast as he talks with Jenna Reese, executive director of the Ohio Forestry Association. She talks about recent updates for woodlands through CAUV, the importance of forestry management, chainsaw safety, and the upcoming Paul Bunyan Show in October. This week's featured audio includes: Dale Minyo gets the scoop on Farmers for Soil Health. Joel Penhorwood has an update with GrowNextGen Ag Biotech Academy.

This week's Ohio Ag Net podcast features the members of the Partners for Ohio Agriculture team that is gearing up for 2024 Dean's Charity Steer Show on Tuesday, July 30 at the Ohio State Fair. The team includes the Jennings family from Clermont County, with exhibitor Kaylee Jennings showcasing her Chianina heifer, Becky. Dan Wagner, President and CEO of Farm Credit Mid-America, is the celebrity exhibitor handling Becky during the event under the tutelage of Jennings. Joining them is Matt Reese of Ohio's Country Journal and the Ohio Ag Net Podcast. Get the inside scoop of preparations as the team has hopes of bringing home some of the top awards at the event, and, more importantly, maximizing the funds raised for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio. Donate to support RMHC through Partners for Ohio Agriculture at: //igfn.us/vf/2024SteerShow/team/PartnersforOHAgriculture. This week's featured audio includes: Matt talking to Katy Boots with Nutrien Ag Solutions about the 4Rs of nutrient management Dale Minyo speaking with Charlie Booker with Agri Spray Drones concerning FAA compliance rules for drone spray applications.

Here at the Ohio Ag Net, we love to highlight all the amazing things going on in Ohio Agriculture. But sometimes, especially during this hot season, you just have to let off some steam and talk about the frustrating things. Nothing is left unsaid in this year's summer agriculture rant podcast. Hear from Ohio's Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net team members, alongside agriculture industry leaders, as they share their thoughts regarding everything from falling commodity prices to environmentalists' perception of agriculture.  Included in this week's podcast: Hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg chat with Luke Crumley, Director of Public Policy and Nutrient Management for Ohio Corn & Wheat, about his summer ag frustrations.  Dale gets a biodiesel update from Scott Fenwick of the Clean Fuels Alliance. Matt interviews farmer and industry leader Ray Von Horn about the 2024 wheat harvest. Joe Everett, farmer and team member, shares his thoughts on falling commodity prices. Ty Higgins of the Ohio Farm Bureau airs out his frustrations with repetitive attacks on agriculture by anti-agriculture activists.

This week, join hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg as they speak with Brandon Kern of the Ohio Soybean Association about the ongoing challenges and potential implications on agriculture with the EPA's Endangered Species Act.  More in this week's podcast: Dale interviews Gordan Russell, US Head of Grains & Oilseeds at Louis Dreyfus Company, at the LDC soybean crush facility groundbreaking. Dusty has a wrap on the Harmful Algal Bloom Forecast for Lake Erie. Matt talks with Roger High of the Ohio Farm Bureau about new policies for Ohio's livestock exhibitors. Dale speaks with Abby Durheim from the Nebraska Farm Bureau. 

In this week's podcast, hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg delve into the progress (or lack thereof) of the 2024 Farm Bill as we move closer to the November election. Join them as they speak with Brandon Kern, Director of Public Policy and Issues Analysis for the Ohio Soybean Association, and Luke Crumley, Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association Director of Public Policy and Nutrient Management.  Meanwhile, Dale Minyo visits Jennifer Hancock, a teacher whose classroom participated in the ChickQuest Program from GrowNextGen. This educational initiative provides unique, hands-on learning opportunities to students of all backgrounds.

In this week's podcast, host Matt Reese speaks with Gina Orr from FreshORR Farms in Perry County, highlighting their journey selling farm products through Lancaster's Keller Market House. Erin Harvey, the general manager of Keller Market House, joins to discuss the local food economy and its impact on the community. The episode features audio from Joel Penhorwood's interview with Wendy Osborn, Director of Market Development for Ohio Corn & Wheat, providing updates and reminders about Ohio's wheat crop and the wheat market. Joel also speaks with Jerry and Reggie Regula of JNR Farms about a recent soybean train derailment on their property, offering insights into the challenges faced by local farmers.

In this episode, Matt Reese dives into the issue of water quality with Jordan Hoewischer, Director of Water Quality and Research for Ohio Farm Bureau. They discuss the 2024 algal bloom forecast, the importance of the 4Rs in farming, the latest Lake Erie lawsuit, and strides in water quality progress. Matt also chats with Paige Scott from Legacy Farmer Co-op about the practical applications of the 4Rs, and Fred Hayes from Portage County shares insights on the world's cutest sheep breed. Meanwhile, Dale Minyo celebrates June Dairy Month in a conversation with Scott Higgins, highlighting an update of dairy farming in Ohio.

In this episode, Matt and Dusty chat with Marlene Eick and Tadd Nicholson from Ohio Corn & Wheat about the buzz around Carbon Intensity Scoring. They break down what it means for the future of commodity corn production and its broader implications for the agricultural sector. Understand how this scoring can drive sustainability and profitability on your farm. Dale Minyo brings valuable insights from Farm Credit Mid America and his discussion with Brock Burcham on managing farm financial stress. Learn about practical strategies to maintain financial health and stability amid economic challenges. We also feature audio from GrownNextGen at COSI, discussing their efforts to train the next generation of scientists in agriculture. Discover how innovative educational programs are shaping the future of the industry.

  In this week's Ohio Ag Net podcast, join hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg as they welcome Elizabeth Long and Larry Davis from Ag Resource Management. Dive into a thorough discussion on the current state of crop profitability, the impacts of interest rates, and the ins and outs of crop insurance among other vital topics. This episode also features valuable insights from Tadd Nicholson of Ohio Corn & Wheat, who provides an update on Carbon Intensity Scoring. Additionally, hear from Curtis Gram of Freedom Fish Farms, sharing the latest developments in his sector. Name Start Intro and opening discussion 0:00.000 Tadd Nicholson of Ohio Corn and Wheat 4:32.697 Curtis Gram of Freedom Fish Farms 15:29.729 Elizabeth Long and Larry Davis of ARM 22:26.882

In this week's episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, join Matt Reese and Joel Penhorwood as they engage in insightful discussions with key figures in agriculture and beyond. National FFA Officer Morgan Anderson from the Amanda-Clearcreek Chapter shares her experiences, alongside Cortney Copeland, a 2024 Ohio Ag Net student FFA reporter from the Jackson Center UVCC Chapter. Dive into the real estate world with Devin Dye, owner of Dye Real Estate and Land Co., and catch up on the latest planting trends with Matt Spillman, a farmer featured in our Between the Rows series, sponsored by Seed Genetics Direct. Plus, don't miss a timely update from Angela Krile on the groundbreaking event at the Ohio State Fair and Expo Center. Stay tuned for those in-depth discussions in this week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast! Opening with Morgan Anderson and Cortney Copeland 0:00.000 Devin Dye, Dye Real Estate and Land Co. 4:09.626 Between the Rows thanks to Seed Genetics Direct 13:54.184 Angela Krile on State Fair Groundbreaking 18:10.103 Back to Morgan Anderson and Cortney Copeland 21:32.880

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 Aubree Topp of Botkins FFA and Alexis White of Fort Frye FFA who are serving as student reporters at the 96th State FFA Convention. They talk about their experience as student reporters and about their agricultural background.   More in this week's podcast:    Tadd Nicholson, Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association: Dusty talks with Tadd about sustainable aviation fuel tax credits.   Tom Fontana, Ohio Soybean Council: Dusty visits with Tom talking about an update on biodiesel.  Farm Credit Mid - America: Dale talks with the folks at Farm Credit Mid - America about the Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer county fair event.    Time Stamp:  Intro 0:00 Tadd Nicholson 3:44 Tom Fontana 8:11 Farm Credit Mid - America 16:28 Main Conversation, Aubree Topp and Alexis White 23:54