AgCredit Said It

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...

We're talking all about barndominiums in this episode! Host Matt Adams chats with Nicole Schwab with Schwab Builders and Matt Gray, a mortgage loan originator at AgCredit. They discuss how barndominiums have evolved, their popularity, and how they differ from traditional homes. They also talk about how to finance a barndominium and why it's important to work with both a lender and a builder who un...

Host Phil Young chats with Brent Sohngen, professor of environmental and resource economics at The Ohio State University, about carbon credits and climate change. Brent explains the basics of carbon credits, how they work, and their intersection with agriculture. He discusses the potential for farmers to make money from carbon credits in the future and the demand for offsets from companies committ...

Host Phil Young chats with AgCredit's Chief Credit Officer, Josh McBride. Josh explains the benefits of grain inventory loans and also discusses revolving lines of credit and the differences between the two. Additionally, they talk about the Ohio Ag-LINK Loan Program and its benefits for borrowers. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-65-three-types-loans-your-grain-operation-josh-mcb...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Matt Adams interviews Glen Arnold, a field specialist for manure nutrient management systems at The Ohio State University Extension. Glen discusses his background and how he got into his current position. He explains the importance of manure nutrient management in the agriculture industry and how it can maximize the use of resources. Glen also talks about...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead interviews Matt Rush, a professional speaker, cattle rancher, author, and artist from New Mexico. They discuss the importance of sharing farm stories and advocating for agriculture through simple connections and conversations with consumers, whether it's at the grocery store, in the community, or in the classroom. Matt also encourages farmers...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Phil Young interviews Roxanne Reed, a seasoned agritourism farmer and founder of Farm School on Wheels and Granit Training Group. Roxanne provides tips on how to avoid burnout on the farm and shares strategies to combat stress and improve quality of life on the farm. She also provides resources for farmers who may be experiencing burnout or stress. Show No...

Host Matt Adams interviews Neil Schuller from The Andersons about grain marketing. Neil discusses the importance of developing a grain marketing plan and offers advice on how to do so. Neil also provides a market outlook for the upcoming growing season, discussing factors such as supply and demand, weather conditions, and global market dynamics.  Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-6...

Host Phil Young interviews Stevan Novakovic, a senior economist at Farm Credit of Central Florida. Stevan discusses his background in agriculture and economics, as well as the unique challenges facing the agriculture industry. He highlights three key economic issues facing agriculture and strategies for farmers to navigate these challenges. He also discusses the role of technology and automation i...