AgCredit Said It

In this episode of "Ag Credit Said It," the hosts gather to recap their favorite episodes from Season 4. The discussion begins with Matt highlighting Episode 74, which focused on navigating interest rates in agriculture with insights from Dan Ebert. The episode delved into historical trends in interest rates, particularly in the agricultural sector, and how they have evolved over the years. Phil t...

In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," the hosts delve into the implications of the recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill" (HR 1) and its significance for the agricultural sector. Steve Hamilton from Nationwide joins the discussion to provide insights into the bill's impact on farm finance, policy, and transition planning. The episode covers various aspects of the bill, including its tax provisi...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young engages in a conversation with David Marrison, a field specialist in farm management from Ohio State University, to discuss the critical topic of farm transition planning. David shares his extensive experience in farm management, having worked as a county extension educator since 1997 and as a field specialist since 2022. The discussion delves i...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, guest host Kendra Heffelfinger sits down with Alexis Burnham, Vice President of Operations at Burnham Orchards, a family-owned farm with over 210 years of history. Alexis shares her journey as part of the seventh generation managing the farm, discussing innovative strategies for increasing sales and engaging with customers. Discover how Burnham Orchards is inte...

In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," guest host Kendra Heffelfinger leads a discussion with members of the Young Beginning and Small Farmer advisory group from Ag Credit, including Zach Maag, Cora Willeke, and Brent Orians. The focus is on the importance of supporting young, beginning, and small farmers (YBS) as the next generation in the farming industry. The panel discusses various programs an...

In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," guest host Kendra Heffelfinger, Sales and Marketing Director, is joined by Brian Ricker, President and CEO of AgCredit. They discuss the association's performance in the first half of 2025, highlighting a 10% growth in total loans, surpassing $3.5 billion. Despite a slight dip in net income due to lower commodity prices, AgCredit maintains strong capital and...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young dives deep into the world of farm equipment technology with Andy Derup, Director of Precision Ag at Tru Land Equipment. Discover the latest advancements in precision agriculture, from auto track systems to AI-driven solutions, and learn how these innovations can maximize your return on investment. Andy shares his expertise on the challenges and...

In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," host Phil Young is live at the Emerge Conference 2025, where he interviews Barry Ward from Ohio State University and Bruce Clevenger from OSU Extension. Barry Ward discusses his work in farm management, focusing on crop economics, input costs, and the challenges farmers face with cash rents and tax strategies. He highlights the importance of being a low-cost...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young is joined by Leah Curtis from the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation to discuss the intricacies of farm trucking laws and regulations. Leah Curtis, serving as Associate General Counsel, provides insights into the legal aspects of farm trucking, including CDL exemptions, intrastate versus interstate travel, and the specifics of hauling farm products. Th...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead interviews Christy Seyfert, the President and CEO of Farm Credit Council. Christy shares her background in agriculture, her journey to Washington DC, and her role at the Farm Credit Council. The discussion covers how Farm Credit advocates for farmers in Washington, DC, and helps them navigate economic uncertainties, including interest rate fl...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, we are live from the Emerge Experience with special guest Ty Higgins from Ohio Farm Bureau. Join us as we delve into the critical issues facing farmers today, from financial stress and mental health to the latest in agricultural policy. Ty shares his expertise on the importance of unified messaging, the role of Farm Bureau in supporting Ohio's diverse agricultu...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Matt Adams sits down with the dynamic Jolene Brown at the 2025 Emerge experience for Ag Credit. Jolene, an Iowa farm girl turned professional speaker, shares her invaluable insights on farm finance, transition planning, and the importance of community in agriculture. From navigating the tough times of the 1980s farm crisis to offering practical advice on e...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead discusses the Ohio Ag Link program with Ohio's 49th Treasurer of State, Robert Sprague. The conversation focuses on the enhancements made to the Ag Link program to help farmers maximize their return on investment (ROI). Treasurer Sprague explains the program's history, its recent changes, and how it aims to support farmers facing financial ha...

Garth Ruff, Assistant Professor, Field Specialist Beef Cattle and Livestock Marketing at The Ohio State University, provides a livestock market outlook live from AgCredit's 3rd annual Emerge Experience.    ruff.72@osu.edu https://u.osu.edu/beefteam/

Live from AgCredit's 3rd annual Emerge Experience Conference, we sit down with Neil Schuller from The Anderson's for a grain market outlook. www.andersonsgrain.com   Show Notes: Episode 78: Grain Outlook with Neil Schuller | AgCredit

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 beyond just visual identity, encompassing mission, vision, strategy, goals, and customer experience. She emphasizes t...

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. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or just starting out, this episode provides...

Podcast Title - Ep. 75 Agriculture Policy in 2025: Key Updates with Jenny Mesirow In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young welcomes back Jenny Mesirow from the Farm Credit Council to provide an in-depth update on the Farm Bill and the latest happenings in Washington, D.C. Jenny shares her extensive experience and insights on the legislative process, the impact of new administration cha...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead dives deep into the ever-relevant topic of interest rates with Dan Ebert, Chief Operating Officer at AgCredit. Together, they explore the historical trends of interest rates, their impact on agricultural loans, and what farmers can expect in the future. Dan shares valuable insights on how interest rates have evolved over the past decades, the...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young discusses tax planning for the upcoming tax season with Alex Schomaeker from Schultz Huber & Associates. The conversation covers various tax-related topics pertinent to farmers and business owners, including changes in tax laws, depreciation deductions, capital gains, health savings accounts (HSAs), estate taxes, and common year-end tax planning...

In this episode of "AgCredit Said It," host Phil Young is joined by Jordan Huntsman, a commercial credit analyst with AgCredit, to discuss evaluating the financial health of farm operations at year-end. The conversation covers key financial indicators that farmers should focus on, such as net worth and working capital, and the importance of preparing a balance sheet annually. Jordan explains the c...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, we delve into the critical topic of mental health in farming. Host Phil Young is joined by Sarah Noggle, an OSU Extension Educator from Paulding County, to discuss the findings from the Ohio Agriculture Mental Health Alliance's recent survey. Together, they explore the root causes of stress on the farm, the impact of mental health on farming operations, and pra...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Matt Adams dives deep into the intricacies of farm finance with expert credit analyst Nathan Buzard. Discover what goes beyond the balance sheet in loan analysis, including the critical 5 Cs of credit: Character, Capital, Capacity, Collateral, and Conditions. Nathan shares invaluable insights on evaluating loan applications, the importance of detailed fina...

In this episode, your hosts share their favorite guests and topics from Season 3 of AgCredit Said It. Highlights include connecting to consumers to share your farm story, benefits of the LLC business structure, and benefits of working with a lending cooperative like AgCredit.   Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-69-best-agcredit-said-it-season-3   Connect with AgCredit on Facebook,...

In this episode, Aaron Stoller, an experienced ag lender with a deep-rooted background in agriculture, shares the key traits of successful farmers. From his beginnings on his family farm to his diverse experiences in western New York's ag industries, Aaron shares the valuable lessons he learned along the way, and dives into his thoughts on farm profitability and management. This episode will leave...