AgCredit Said It

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young is joined by Brent Orians, senior account officer at AgCredit, to discuss two key financial products for farmers: grain inventory loans and the Ag Link Loan program, as well as upcoming educational events hosted by AgCredit. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-117-tools-your-lender-0 Connect with AgCredit on Facebook, Twitter and Instag...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead interviews Lisa Shumaker, chief appraiser at AgCredit, to provide a comprehensive education on the agricultural appraisal process. The discussion covers the fundamentals of what an appraisal is—an opinion of value based on market data completed by licensed professionals—and details the three levels of licensure in Ohio: licensed residential,...

Join host Libby Wixted for a compelling conversation with Kirk Merritt, Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Association and Ohio Soybean Council, as he unpacks the critical issues shaping Ohio's soybean industry. With nearly 20 years of experience advocating for farmers, Kirk dives deep into the distinction between policy-driven advocacy and checkoff-funded research, explaining how these dual o...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Kendra Heffelfinger, Director of Sales and Marketing, sits down with Neil Schuller, Head of Grower Solutions with the Andersons, for a wide-ranging discussion on current agricultural market conditions, input costs, and marketing strategies for producers. The conversation follows up on a previous discussion held approximately a year prior, with Neil noting...

Interest rates have been on a wild ride, and for farmers, the stakes have never been higher. In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead sits down with Scott Parker, AgCredit's Vice President of Operations, for a deep and practical conversation about what today's interest rate environment means for agricultural borrowers. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-113-interest-rate-s...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young sits down with returning guest Bruce Clevenger, associate professor and field specialist with Ohio State Extension, to dig into one of the most overlooked profit drivers on the farm: record keeping. Bruce explains why the best numbers for planning your farm's future are your own, and how to use both "windshield" (forward-looking budgets) and "re...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead sits down with Rebecca Singer, president and CEO of CIFT, to explore how the Northwest Ohio Cooperative Kitchen (The NOCK) is turning recipes and ideas into viable food businesses across Ohio. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-111-inside-northwest-ohios-cooperative-kitchen-rebecca-singer Connect with AgCredit on Facebook, Twitter a...

This episode of AgCredit Said It focuses on value-added food businesses and how farmers and food entrepreneurs can safely and profitably bring products directly to consumers. Host Libby Wixtead interviews Emily Marrison, a Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) educator with Ohio State University Extension, who has 14 years of experience in Extension, including six years in agriculture and natural res...

Host Phil Young welcomes Scott Higgins, CEO of both the Ohio Dairy Producers Association (ODPA) and the American Dairy Association Mid-East, to discuss the current state, challenges, and future of Ohio's dairy industry. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-109-inside-ohios-dairy-industry-scott-higgins Connect with AgCredit on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share questions and topic ideas...

This episode of AgCredit Said It focuses on going "beyond the balance sheet" of farm finance to discuss how to get financially ready to buy a home and explore unique home lending options available through Ag Credit, hosted by Libby Wixted with guest Mandy Stacy, Director of Consumer Lending at AgCredit. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-108-getting-financially-ready-buy-home Connect wit...

In this new episode of AgCredit Said It, guest host David White is talking with Coty Ferguson, Director of Legislative Government Relations for AgFirst Farm Credit Bank. They dive into the status and importance of the Farm Bill and how it impacts farmers and the Farm Credit System. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-107-inside-farm-bill-coty-ferguson Connect with AgCredit on Facebook, Tw...

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Join us in this insightful episode of AgCredit Said It, recorded live from the Emerge Conference 2026, where we dive into the world of meat science and marketing with Lyda Garcia, an extension meat specialist from The Ohio State University. Discover the intricacies of meat processing, from understanding cuts and anatomy to innovative marketing strategies that can set you apart in the industry. Lyd...

Join host Phil Young on AgCredit Said It as he delves into the world of drone technology in agriculture with Ryan Kloeppel, a pioneer in custom drone spraying. Discover how Ryan's journey from college inspiration to a thriving business in Delphos, Ohio, is transforming farm operations. Learn about the equipment, challenges, and benefits of using drones for crop spraying and cover cropping. Whether...

Recently AgCredit co-hosted a Market Outlook meeting in Bowling Green and we had a chance to get some insights from the speakers. In this episode we get a market outlook from Neil Schuller of The Andersons, an update on land values from Howard Halderman of Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, and Scott Parker from AgCredit shares his insights on interest rates.   Show Notes: https://www.agcred...

  Show Notes: Ep. 101 Securing the Future Of Farming with the Ohio Farm Transition Network | AgCredit Learn more about the programs below at: farmoffice.osu.edu/farm-transition   Planning for the Future of Your Farm Workshops Webinars: March 2, 9, 16, and 23, 2026 from 6:00-8:00pm In-Person: February 9 & 16, Muskingum County (6:00-9:00pm) March 3 & 17, Washington County (6:00-9:00pm) March 18 & 26...

In this episode we are celebrating 100 episode of AgCredit Said It! The hosts look back on the evolution of the podcast, some highlights from past episodes and how it's impacted their lives. We also chat with AgCredit Board Chairman Dusty Sonnenberg and get his insights on the impact of the podcast. The episode ends with some special guest shout outs. Show Notes:  https://www.agcredit.net/news/ep-...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Kayla Laubacher is joined by Hannah Chaffee, a marketing intern at AgCredit, to discuss her experiences in agriculture and marketing. Hannah shares her journey of starting a goat breeding business, FC Show Goats, which began with two goats gifted to her on her fifth birthday. She talks about the challenges and rewards of managing a goat farm, including the...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead interviews Davey Neidhart, a sixth-generation farmer, about his journey in diversifying his farming operation by adding additional revenue streams. Davey shares his background, explaining how a family tragedy initially pushed him away from farming, leading him to pursue a degree in agricultural economics at Ohio State University. After workin...

In this episode of "Ag Credit Set It," host Phil Young dives deep into the intricacies of year-end financial preparation with special guest Nathan Buzard, a seasoned credit analyst at AgCredit. Discover why year-end financials are crucial for farmers and lenders alike, and learn how to effectively prepare your balance sheets, earning statements, and year-end questionnaires. Nathan shares expert in...

Join us on this episode of "AgCredit Said It" as guest host Kayla Laubacher takes us beyond the balance sheet into the world of beekeeping with Greg and Angela Laub of Laub Bee Honey. Discover how this dynamic duo started their honeybee journey, the challenges they face, and the sweet rewards of their labor. Learn about the intricacies of hive management, honey harvesting, and the importance of lo...

In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," host Libby Wixtead kicks off season five by focusing on the diversification of agricultural operations. The guest for this episode is Melinda Witten, President and CEO of the Ohio Agribusiness Association (OABA). Melinda shares her journey to becoming CEO, emphasizing her lifelong connection to agriculture and her previous experience with the Ohio Farm Bureau...

This week we're revisiting another popular episode from Season 4. Season 5 launches in November with new episodes! In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead welcomes back Stacie McCracken, owner of McCracken, an agricultural marketing agency based in Ohio. The discussion centers around the importance of branding and marketing for farm businesses. Stacie explains that branding goes be...

This week, we're revisiting one of the most downloaded episodes of Season 4. In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead sits down with Ryan Conklin, lead attorney at Wright and Moore law firm, to delve into the intricacies of dower rights and joint survivorship. Ryan shares his expert advice on how these legal concepts impact farm finance, succession planning, and property ownership....