A bi-weekly show that celebrates agriculture in Ohio and across the country with a different spotlight area each month. Hosted by Veteran Ag broadcaster, Pete Emmons.
In this episode, Ohio Department of Agriculture Brian Baldrige and Chief Ride Inspector Ron Dean, of the Division of Amusement Ride Safety and Fairs provide a comprehensive overview of Ohio Fairs safety.Specific topics covered include overall scope of Ohio Fairs, major support avenues of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, inspection process steps of amusement rides, Medway activity inspection, training of the ride inspectors, consumer ride safety tips, long term goals of the Division, fair safety collaboration, year-round inspections, vendor resources, Division social media sites and much more!This an excellent “behind the scenes look” at the outstanding work of the Ohio Department of Agriculture and its Division of Amusement Ride Safety and Fairs!
In this episode, Kelsey Allan, Director of Operations at The Vancouver Washington Farmers Market provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the Spring and Early Summer Market Seasons. Specific topics covered include market community impact, diversity of market products, market vendor success stories, operation at both Vancouver markets (Downtown and East Vancouver), market special events, schedule, special community market outreach programs and much more!You will want to catch this show!
In this episode, Kara De Alvare, Holland MichiganMarketing Director and Hollard Farmers Market Manager provides a highlyengaging and informative overview of happenings at the Holland Farmers Marketthis spring and what the early summer season will bring.Specific topics covered include scope of spring/earlysummer produce items, new vendors, market special events & programs, specialmarket niche, vendor success stories, tips for market attendees, market scheduleand more!You will want to catch this show!
In this episode, Brenda Ernzen, Co-Manager of the Dewitt Iowa Farmers Market and Kim Swhwarzkopf, a market vendor and co-owner of "A Spotted Apron" provide a highly informative overview of the market, specific topics covered include Scope & Diversity of the market products, theme weeks, market special events, schedules, new vendors, vendor involvement and much more!
In this episode, Molly. A. Ball, CRPF, President of the National FFA Foundation and Chief Marketing Officer of the National FFA provides a highly engaging overview of the work of the foundation. Specific topics covered include Foundation history, the yearly operation of the foundation, National Give FFA day, FFA Alumni Groups, Impact success stories, action plan and much more!
In this episode, Kathy Custer, Manager of the Union County Ohio Farmers Market provides a highly informative overview of the market including: * Market History*Diversity of Vendors*Market Schedule*Special Events*Customer Market tips and much more!You'll want to catch this show to hear how successful farmers market continues to evolve.
In the episode, Mikayla O'Brien, 2025 National Mrs. Agvocate USA takes us on her exciting and engaging Ag journey. Beginning with her early introduction to Agriculture, involvement in 4-H, being the Queen of the Miss Agriculture USA organization and now her current title of 2025 Mrs. Agvocate USA, she describes her roles and impacts made.She also covers her integration of Ag into her teaching profession, involvement as a 4-H Advisor, serving as President of the Extension Council in her county, involvement in the Junior Fair segment of the Pennsylvania Farm Show, living on a dairy farm with her husband, future related goals and much more!You will want to catch this captivating episode!
In this episode, Annie Warmke - President of Blue Rock Station LLC and Warmke Farm LLC provides a highly detailed story of the work of the organization including the history, mission, creation of the food forest, goals, future strategic plans and more.
In this episode, officers of the Dade City Senior FFA Chapter, Jasmine Rodgers (President), Janesa Valdes (Secretary) and Faith Krouse (Reporter) provide a detailed and engaging of their FFA Chapter. Specific topics covered include chapter history, officer roles, membership, seasonal chapter events and service projects, summer plans and more.You'll want to catch this show to hear how an FFA chapter provides value-added services year-round for its members and the community-at-large.
In this episode, Kristina Villa and Ian Mc Sweeney, Co-executive Directors of the Farmers Land Trust provide a highly informative overview of the work of their organization. Specific topics covered include history, mission, scope of services provided, The "Farmland Commons Model," community-farm start-up collaboration steps, current goals, urban farms, Land Trusts and Cooperative differences, support avenues and much more.You'll want to catch this value-added show!
In this episode, Lauren Cain of Find Hope Farm shares the farm's story. A major focus involves interesting facts about goats, their dairy goat's operation, their goat soap process, goat grazing, community engagement with schools and much more...
In this episode, Byrn Bird of Bird Haven Farms, provides a highly engaging overview of the Farm. Special focus is on their outstanding Consumer Supportive Agriculture Operation.
In this episode, Joe. L. Martin, FFA Program Specialist, Advocacy, Literacy & AG Base Experiences, Josie Jennings, Ohio FFA Vice President and member of the Global Impact Stem Academy FFA Chapter of Springfield and Jack Beyer, New York FFA President and member of the Lowville Academy and Central School FFA provide a highly engaging overview of the FFA International Leadership Seminar for state officers. Special focus is on their AG adventures in Spain and Portugal.
In this episode, Brian Baldrige, Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture provides a highly engaging interview covering a wide variety of topics including his personal profile, a capsulized overview of the High Impact Avian Influenza, The Ohio State Fair renovations project, Collaboration on water chemical run-off and dealing with Algae Blooms and other Goals and Actions.
In this episode, Loveyah Stewart, Co-manager of the Edgemont of the Solar Garden & AG photographer provides a highly engaging overview of her work.
In this episode, Kristina Villa & Ian McSweeney of the Farmers Land Trust provide a detailed overview of the mission and the work provided by "The Farmers Land Trust."
In this episode, Westin Lombard & Mary Jo Stanley of Solid Ground Farm share their farm operation community driven AG operations.
In this episode, Lauren Cain of Find Hope Farm provides a detailed description of the farm services provided with her goats including Dairy Products, Goat Yoga, Go to the Goats and much more.
In this episode, Gary Nabhan, AG Consultant provides an orientation of his career work in the field. He provides highlight message from his OEFFA keynote, "Farmers as Innovators"
In this episode, Tim Schacht discusses his farm operation with a special focus on his wheat production as well as participation a the conference.
In this episode Cody Creech, Associate Professor of Dryland Crops at the University of Nebraska shares AG research projects and also strategies being implemented to effectively deal with drought mitigation.
In this brief, Scott Stump President & CEO of the National FFA provides a preview of the October event.
In this episode, Leslee Oden CEO & President of the National Turkey Federation & Alex Davidson Senior Public Affairs Director provide a detailed and highly informative overview of the federations work and provide value added consumer tips.
In this episode, Jason Holleran, Program Administrator, Ohio Dept of AG - Food safety division provides a highly informative overview of the work of the division.
In this episode, Executive Director Valerie Graham and Board President Jeff Greig of the Ohio Christmas Tree Growers Association and owner of the Greig Christmas tree farm provide a highly informative overview of the work of the association & the overview of the Christmas tree industry. In addition, value added information is shared regarding the types, selection & care of Christmas trees for consumers.
In this episode Suzanne Crouch - Lt. Governer of Indiana provides brief comments on the importance of the FFA & the Convention and Ag in Indiana.
In this episode, Dewitt Central FFA Advisor - Amy Grantz and member officers share their FFA experiences at the National FFA Convention and their chapter happenings this fall thru December.
In this episode, Eric Raby, Senior Vice President, Americas provides a highly engaging overview of CLAAS with a special focus on their outstanding support of FFA.
In this episode Andrea Lutz provides a highly engaging and inside picture of the outstanding College of Ag undergraduate enrollment process and career opportunities.
An overview of Undergraduate Recruitment in the College of Food, Agricultural & Environmental Sciences.
In this episode, A capsulized overview of The Ohio State Ag Communication, Education & Leadership department is covered. Specific topics include tie in with FFA, department enrollment and key student opportunities and much more...
Catch the action of the National days of community service at the 97th Annual Convention & Expo.
In this episode Rebecca shares a value loaded overview of the FFA Awards and Recognition with spotlight on the 97th annual convention and expo.
In this episode Kristy Myer - FFA Communications Manager, provides a capsulized overview of the convention and expo held in Indianapolis on OCT 23rd - 26th.
This is a special promo as we prepare to bring you into the sights and sounds from the 97th Annual National FFA Convention & Expo from Indianapolis on Oct 23-26.
In this episode, officers of the Marysville Ohio Premier FFA Chapter (Maddi Warrix, Assistant Reporter/ Abby Thompson, Reporter and Brandon Fann, Treasurer provide a highly engaging and informative overview of the fall major action items of the Marysville Chapter including: Leadership camp, Participation in the upcoming National FFA Convention and Expo, The Food for America Project, The Fall Fruit sale drive, The Toddler Safety Play Area, Adult program, Picnic with the Pros, Membership in the chapter and other interesting areas! You'll want to catch this to get the real scope on this outstanding Chapter!
In this episode, FFA Program Specialist Ashli Weinrich provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of the outstanding, diverse FFA Career Exploration Programs including "The Next Gen Conferences, FFA Officers Leadership Seminars, SpeakAG Program, The Student Showcase stage at the National FFA Convention and Expo, and much more! You will want to catch this program which is an excellent primer on this special FFA opportunities.
In this episode, Kelsey Allan, Director of Operations and Avery, Farm Market Manager of the Vancouver Farmers Market Association provide a highly engaging and detailed overview of both the Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market and the East Vancouver Farmers Market. Specific topics covered include: market history, scope and diversity of the markets, innovative market programs, market seasons schedules, tips for market customers, future plans of the market association, and much more! This is an excellent primer to these outstanding markets that you'll want to catch!
In this episode, Connie Smith, Board member, gives a highly engaging and informative overview of the upcoming Fairfield County Ohio Fair on Oct. 6-12 in Lancaster, Ohio. Specific topics covered include: *fair schedule *grandstand events * Junior Fair *history *Midway *Fair Food * major fair attractions *attendee tips * parking & gate This is a great fair primer that you'll want to catch!
In this episode, Jeremy Parsons, Chief Executive Officer & Fair Manager of the Iowa State Fair gives a special inside overview of the year-round operation of this premier organization facility enhancements, strategic plan & a snapshot of some of the 200 events held each year and much more!
In this episode Riley Wright, Communications Director provides an highly informative overview of the outstanding 46th Annual Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association Conference & Expo "Boldly Engage" scheduled for Feb 13 - Feb 15 in Newark, Ohio at the Cherry Valley Conference Center.
In this episode Eden Myers, President & Olivia Liming, Vice President of the chapter provide a highly engaging overview of their outstanding organization.
In this episode, Gretel Norgeot, Manager of the Orleans Cape Cod Farmers Market provides a highly engaging overview of the market and the farmers market scene on the Cape. Specific topics covered include: scope of farmers markets product diversity the fall market scene market special events the winter market market future plans "Common Ground" The Eastham Turnip Festival Market location & hours, and more! This is a great primer on the Orleans Cape Cod Farmers Market and the diversity of the market scene on the Cape!
In this episode, Susan Kearns, National Elite Ms. Agriculture USA Queen shares her inspiring journey. Specific topics covered include: early youth years, involvement in 4-H, her teaching career and student organizations involvement in leadership roles, winning the national crown, her first 3 months actions in her position, plans for the remainder of her crown year and beyond. Also, major focus on the benefits of becoming involved with The Miss Ag USA Organization are covered.
In this episode, Melinda Lee Organizational Director of the Central Ohio Farm Bureau of Union, Madison, Delaware and Franklin counties & Mary Klopfenstein, Young Ag professionals and Ag Literacy Program Specialist with the Ohio Farm Bureau provide highly informative and value-added information on major happenings within their programs.
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In this episode, Kara de Alvare, City of Holland Michigan Marketing Director and Marketing Director for The Holland Michigan Farmers Market provides a highly engaging overview of the fall market scene in Holland. Specific topics covered include: Fall produce offerings and non-seasonal products, special events include the popular Summer Enrichment Program Series, The Holland Fall Fest, a preview of the market scene in Nov. and early December and advice to visitors.
In this episode, Darlene Wolnik, Senior Project Manager of The Farmers Market Coalition provides a highly engaging overview of the current work of the Farmers Market Coalition. Special focus is on collaborative research efforts including work with The University of Wisconsin-Madison and USDA, Research of Emory University, and The World Farmers Market Coalition. Also addressed are the strategic plan for the next 3-5 years, and more.
In this episode, Scott Stump, CEO of FFA and The FFA Foundation provides a highly engaging and value-added overview of current happenings in FFA and the FFA Foundation. Specific topics covered include: FFA Record membership growth, Major Goal Areas of the FFA Strategic Plan, The 97th Annual Convention & Expo on Oct 23-26th and the current work focus areas of The important FFA Foundation. This is a must primer on FFA that you will want to catch!
In this episode, Dr. Karla Hauersperger, Lead Physician at Nationwide Childrens Marysville Ohio Close to Home Center, Kent Weakley, Site Director at Marysville and Dublin Ohio Nationwide Childrens Close to Home Centers and Wayne Dellinger, CCA, Extension Education, Agriculture and Natural Resources for the Union County Ohio State University Extension provide a highly engaging and informative overview of youth farm injuries, interventions and positive, proactive measures that parents/guardians on the farm can implement, This is an excellent primer that you will want to catch!
In this episode, Payton Carter, Program Specialists, Program & Events Division of FFA provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of the 2024 Summer FFA Washington, D.C. Conference. Specific topics covered include program history, scope of involvement, highlights of the weekly schedule, The Living To Serve Plans, program mission and core values, program development, the 2025 Conference and much more! This is an excellent primer of this outstanding conference!
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