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In this episode, we talk to Sergeant Barry Thompson and Anthony Lester, who both have backgrounds with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. They answer questions about various topics related to safely operating farming equipment on the road, weight laws, oversize permits, hauling fuel and fertilizer, and much more.  Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-34-farming-equipment-road-common-quest...

Get ready for an informative podcast episode with Kayla Laubacher, AgCredit's Marketing Coordinator, where she shares her background in marketing, family farming, and agritourism. You'll hear about how Kayla and her family market their pumpkin business online, and her expert advice on navigating social media. From what to post and how often to post, to the importance of having a website and an ema...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, we discuss the importance of having a good credit score and the benefits it can bring with Matt Gray, a residential loan officer at AgCredit. We talk about credit score ranges, factors that affect your credit score, how to establish credit, and overall, managing and understanding your credit score to help you achieve financial well-being.  Show Notes: https://w...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, we welcome AgCredit CEO and president, Brian Ricker back to the show to discuss the Farm Credit System, cooperatives, patronage, and much more. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-31-what-cooperative-brian-ricker Connect with AgCredit on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Share questions and topic ideas with us: Email podcast@agcredit.net  

This episode is all about buying land at an auction. Hosts Matt Adams and Phil Young talk with Kelly Guthrie, one of AgCredit's commercial credit analysts, to give advice on the first steps to take when buying land at an auction, the paperwork you'll need to prepare, and things to avoid before, during and after purchase. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-30-dos-and-donts-preparing-...

Social media influencer, Zoe Kent joins the podcast to talk about how she grew her social media following by sharing her day-to-day life as a grain farmer, how she's transitioned into running her family's eighth-generation farm at a young age, and the ups and downs that come with farming AND posting online.  Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-29-creating-community-through-social-med...

Soil fertility is critical for crop plant development and influences crop yield. As we get closer to planting season, we welcome Don Daniels, Senior Vice President of Feed, Grain, Sales and Marketing at Centerra Co-op, to the AgCredit Said It Podcast to discuss what soil fertility is and why it's important for growers. We also get insight into vomitoxin in corn, an outlook on input costs and suppl...

For many farms, the number one risk of transferring the farm to the next generation is long-term care costs. Not only are farmers getting older, but they're living longer, and that has a big impact on planning and paying for care. Attorney and research specialist Robert Moore joins us on this podcast episode to help us understand what long-term care is and the strategies available for protecting f...

This week on AgCredit Said It, our hosts talk with economist and farmer Barry Ward about cash rent arrangements, how to mitigate risks, and cost projections for 2023.  Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-26-cash-rents-tips-strategies-mitigating-risk-barry-ward Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 18: 5 Tips for Building a Brand for Your Farm with Stacie McCracken 2023 Outlook Web...

From business owner to weatherman, mechanic, and even grain marketer, today's grain farmer wears many hats. But no matter what hat is on for the day, profitability is always at the top of the goal list. In this podcast episode, Kirk Roetgerman, a grain division manager at Mercer Landmark, helps break down the basics of grain marketing, the different types of grain contracts, and a few of the many...

Are you a real Christmas tree or a fake Christmas tree family? In this episode, our hosts talk to Jeff Reese of Kaleidoscope Farm, a family-owned Christmas tree farm located in northwest Ohio. We change the pace from the traditional farming topics we usually cover to an episode all about agritourism in the spirit of Christmas. We get to learn how this Christmas tree business started out as an offs...

Farming costs can add up quickly. Fortunately, agricultural loans help farmers get the financing they need to start, expand or maintain their farming operations. In this episode, our hosts get answers to frequently asked questions about credit from two of AgCredit's pros in the industry, Holly Gates and Josh McBride. Together, they have over 45 years of experience in farm loans and bring unique ex...

We all have to pay taxes, but as a farmer, taxes can be particularly complicated. Especially when you're new to farming or just starting out. If you're wanting to learn more about the things you should know about taxes as a producer, this episode is for you! Our hosts chat with a certified public accountant, Jon Stoller, who's also an expert in taxes related to agriculture, to answer specifics on...

October is National Pork Month and we're celebrating with a special episode dedicated to contract finishing partnerships. In this episode, we chat with Phil Hord, director of sow production and research and innovation at Hord Family Farms, who walks us through the process of becoming a contract grower and the benefits and challenges that come along with it.  Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/ne...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, Zippy Duvall, President of the American Farm Bureau Federation shares his background in agriculture, from growing up on a dairy farm to the career path that led him to American Farm Bureau where he plays an important role in advocating for and promoting American agriculture. Along with sharing some of the top issues facing agriculture right now, President Duval...

AgCredit Said It Season 2 is starting Monday, October 3rd!  All of your favorite hosts are back with an exciting lineup of guests and topics. New episodes air every first and third Monday of the month.  Follow us on Instagram , Facebook or Twitter for updates on new releases and even more tips and resources.  If you're enjoying the podcast, consider rating and reviewing the show!

The AgCredit Said It podcast hosts get together to recap their top moments from Season 1. From their favorite episodes and guests, to the bloopers and behind-the-scenes you didn't know about, Matt, Phil, Libby, and Brenna dish out their most memorable hosting moments and what it's really like to host a podcast.  Season 2 of AgCredit Said It is in the works! Do you have topic ideas or guest suggest...

As the founder and owner of an agricultural communications and marketing agency, Stacie McCracken, of McCracken Consulting shares tips for building a brand and how taking a strategic and tactical approach to marketing will set your farm operation up for success and apart from the competition. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-18-5-tips-building-brand-your-farm-stacie-mccracken Conn...

Navigating the ins and outs of the appraisal process might be a bit daunting, but that's where Jennifer Wilson-Oechsle comes in. Jen is a licensed appraiser, and in this episode of AgCredit Said It, she answers important fundamental questions about what exactly appraisals are, when an appraisal is needed, how best to prepare for an appraisal, and more. Show notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/epi...

If you're thinking about taking that next step into the home buying process, you most likely have questions. But before you get too deep into the process, you need to listen to this episode! Matt Gray, a mortgage loan originator at AgCredit answers the top list of questions he gets about the home loan process. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, from the difference between an inspection and...

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, we sit down with Dee Jepsen, an ag safety and health specialist at The Ohio State University. Full of knowledge and expertise, Dee shares a multitude of tangible farm safety tips and resources for farmers. Resources mentioned in this episode: Ohio Farm Safety Resources ​​ https://agsafety.osu.edu/resources Tractor & Machinery Certification Program for 14 and 15...

Agriculture is one of the fastest-growing and evolving industries. Keeping up with the ever-evolving technology and best management practices, is The Ohio State University. In this episode of AgCredit Said It, our hosts get a first-hand look at a new series of educational and research-focused buildings being constructed on campus. If you like being in the know and want insight into the latest happ...

Live from the Ohio Beef Expo in Columbus, Ohio, our hosts chat with a few special guests in the cattle industry, including Elizabeth Harsh and Tom Karr of the Ohio Cattlemen's Association, Dan Wells of the Ohio Angus Association, and Levi Richards of Kalmbach Feeds. From the ins and outs of these organizations to the ups and downs cattle producers are facing, we chat all things beef in this episod...

Succession planning for farm families - It's a process that can be complicated, emotional and just plain hard to start a conversation about. That's where Eric Brown comes in. Eric is a financial advisor with Legacy Capital Advisors, LLC and has been providing farmers and their families with practical, common-sense strategies to help them transition and preserve their legacies. In this episode of A...

In celebration of Women's History Month, we flip the script and interview our two female podcast hosts Brenna and Libby about their earliest memories of being involved in agriculture, the most influential people in their lives growing up, and the challenges they have overcome as women working and living in the ag industry.  Show Notes:   https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-11-not-your-grandmothe...