Kernels with Ohio Corn & Wheat

First things first, if you haven't already responded to the most recent message from the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association, take a moment to do so now! If you have responded, send it to at least 10 friends. There is a challenge to our advocates (that means you) that you don't want to miss! Click here to take action:  https://p2a.co/6MeXKWR Also on this episode, if you haven't heard of Corn Con...

In case you missed it, you need to fill out the call to action for Congress to pass a comprehensive Farm Bill. Click here to make your voice heard! https://p2a.co/6MeXKWR Luke Crumley is the Director of Public Policy and Sustainability at Ohio Corn & Wheat and Jessy Woodworth (Producer Jessy) is the Manager of Communications. Kernels is a production of Ohio Corn & Wheat and hosts conversations abo...

Ohio Corn & Wheat is involved in an initiative called Farmers for Soil Health. The coalition between corn, soybean, and pork producers aims to improve the profitability of soil-conserving practices through cover crops. Luke Crumley is working on this initiative and has some exciting news to share. Marlene Eick is the Director of Marketing and Communication at Ohio Corn & Wheat, and Luke Crumley is...

Happy Independence Day! This episode of Kernels is all about how corn and wheat show up on America's birthday. We have a few examples for you, but what are your favorite ways? Marlene Eick is the Director of Marketing and Communication at Ohio Corn & Wheat, and Luke Crumley is the Director of Public Policy and Sustainability. Kernels is a production of Ohio Corn & Wheat and hosts conversations abo...

If you live in the Lake Erie watershed, you have no doubt heard about H2Ohio. On this episode of Kernels, you will meet Clark Hutson, a Program Coordinator for the Western Lake Erie Basin with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. He gives the rundown on the history of water quality issues in Ohio, what has been done to improve water quality, and why he is working on now. As a special treat fo...

Across the world travel is increasing and Asian countries are getting back into food service. This episode talks about how American meat is seen around the world and why the Ohio Corn Checkoff contributes to the work of the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Marlene Eick is the Director of Marketing and Communication at Ohio Corn & Wheat, and Wendy Osborn is the Director of Market Development. Kernels i...

This episode of Kernels is about laying the groundwork for one of the most fundamental pieces of legislation to the American farm family: the Farm Bill. This topic rears its head every 5 years (and sometimes longer) to provide a backbone of federal agricultural and nutrition funding. Representing a growing population of young farm owners is Zoe Kent, a Crawford County grower who officially purchas...

Luke Crumley, Director of Public Policy and Sustainability, and Jessy Woodworth, Manager of Communications/Producer, are droping in to give you a speedy and exciting update on House Bills 648 (which works on MAP/FMD funding) and 1608 (which would allow for year-round sales of E15).  Visit https://ohiocornandwheat.org/ocw-updates/ to read about policy developments as they happen, and listen back to...

In a hybrid of a Tadd Talk and a Checkoff Check In, Tadd Nicholson joins this episode of Kernels to talk about some projects the Ohio Small Grains Checkoff Board is investing in. He and Marlene discuss the different roles of national organizations in the wheat world and how those groups directly benefit Ohio growers. Tadd Nicholson is the Executive Director at Ohio Corn & Wheat and Marlene Eick is...

The Supreme Court of the United States has recently made a move to narrow the definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS). Listen to Luke Crumley, Director of Public Policy and Sustainability give a brief explanation here.  For a more detailed explanation visit these websites: NCGA: https://www.ncga.com/stay-informed/media/in-the-news/article/2023/05/ncga-applauds-supreme-court-wotus-decisio...

One of the highest priorities for Ohio Corn & Wheat is the promotion of ethanol in liquid fuels. This comes with a laundry list of challenges. Consumers don't know what ethanol is and how it works, retailers have legislative hurdles to get through to offer the product, growers may not fully grasp what their product is being made into, electric vehicles are becoming more and more of a hot topic, an...

What do Oreos, Chips Ahoy, Ritz crackers, Goldfish crackers, bakery cookies, and pretzels, have in common? That's right, they're all made with Soft Red Winter Wheat. Aka, the kind of wheat that we grow here in Ohio. Sit down with co-hosts Marlene and Wendy, and Producer Jessy for a tasting panel of some of their favorite SRW products. The title of this episode is credited to Wyatt Osborn. Marlene...

Have you ever wondered how the State of Ohio budgets its money? Of course you have. This kitchen table conversation is as informative as it is entertaining. Listen in to learn about how the state budgeting process works, why the state has to have a balanced book, and what Ohio Corn & Wheat is doing to make sure growers are remembered. Marlene Eick is the Director of Marketing and Communication at...

As a shortage of phosphorus is gripping southwestern Ohio, many growers are left with no other option than purchasing a higher priced product than what they ordered.  Host Marlene Eick and Tadd Nicholson, Ohio Corn & Wheat Executive Director, sit down for a "Tadd Talk" about the developing issue.  Kernels is a production of Ohio Corn & Wheat and hosts conversations about the corn and wheat industr...

Lucky episode 013 is all about how we keep sane during one of the most stressful times of year - planting. As tractors are firing up all over the Buckeye state, we want to remind you that we have your back and so does your community. Hosts Luke and Marlene go through farmer-submitted answers to the questions how you keep going during planting, what's your best advice for staying positive, and how...

This episode of Kernels has hosts Marlene and Luke going over the Next Generation Fuels Act, what it does for American corn growers, and the value it can provide. The bill was just reintroduced in both the House and the Senate in Washington, DC, and will help ensure markets for farmers while providing a less expensive, higher octane fuel for consumers. Just like you, we are getting antsy for plant...

Do you have power-washing induced nightmares? Do you have questions about how Ohio agriculture plays into the world stage? Did you fall asleep in high school economics class and need a refresher? This is the episode for you. A special guest co-host of this week's episode, Wendy Osborn, joins us to talk about the international impact of Ohio corn (in all forms). She explains why global trade is imp...

What do Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association Board Members actually do when they fly out to Washington, DC? Is it just schmoozing with lawmakers and looking at monuments? Not even close. Growers study issues, prepare for fast-paced and informational meetings, and gain the trust of legislators, embassy representatives, and companies. They meet with several people a day, and are often running from...

On this episode of Kernels with Ohio Corn & Wheat, Marlene interviews Paul Bertels with Farmgate Insights about the current state of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), what growers need to know, and where the industry is going in the next few decades. As a special surprise, Kernels has a new (and temporary) co-host while Luke is out of the office, Producer Jessy! In her inaugural segment, Table and...

This episode comes to you from the dense forest of meetings and sessions known as Commodity Classic in Orlando, Florida. Hosts Luke and Marlene sit down with growers Ben Klick and Craig Downing to talk about what Commodity Classic is and why we go. Also in this episode we hear about new microbial seed technology from Pivot Bio from the trade show floor. Luke slips in his required dad joke, Marlene...

Question for our listeners: How many hats do you own? Luke and Marlene try something different this episode of Kernels. Instead of the normal segments, and after last week's heavy topic, they're keeping things light (relatively). What are the top things Luke has learned about working in agriculture over the last 5 years? What are the top things Marlene wishes the general public understood about th...

This episode of Kernels is dedicated to understanding what the shuck is going on with the Mexico biotech corn ban and what it means to Ohio corn growers. Hosts Marlene Eick and Luke Crumley give a birds-eye view on corn marketing and why growers should be very concerned about the recent decree, and then are joined by Angus Kelly from the National Corn Growers Association who explains what you can...

Disclaimer: Terrible jokes are in this recording. Episode 5 of Kernels is all about the policy work being done for year-round E15 (Unleaded 88) and why growers should care. Hosts Marlene Eick and Luke Crumley share the behind-the-scenes challenges to selling the higher ethanol blend gasoline year-round and how the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association is working to fix the disconnect. Also on this...