Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

There are a lot of exciting things happening right here in Ohio as far as finding demand of soybeans is concerned, but finding customers for Ohio grown soybeans across the globe is always a focus for the Ohio Soybean Council. Some farm visits by trade teams here in the Buckeye State emphasizes the importance of the efforts of selling soybeans on a global scale. Learn more on this Ohio Farm Bureau...

The Ohio Farm Bureau Health Benefits Plan was created to help the agricultural sector and related businesses address the high cost of medical care and promote a healthier Ohio. Hear from one business who uses the plan and is seeing better results for his employees and his bottom-line. Plus, how much farmland has Ohio lost to development and what does that mean to the future of the industry? A new...

The Current Agricultural Use Value program, better know as CAUV, was established in 1973 after Ohio Farm Bureau campaigned for a constitutional amendment to have farmland taxed for its agricultural value, rather than its fair market value. The July/August 2024 issue of Ohio Farm Bureau's Our Ohio magazine takes a deeper dive into a program that impacts nearly all members across the state and we wi...

When separations are granted through the legal system, it typically means the end of a marriage. But sometimes those unfortunate circumstances happen between siblings who don't want to work together any longer. Making legal plans before a new farm partnership of any kind starts is the topic of discussion with Wright and Moore for this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

Agricultural educators across the country devote countless hours, and often their own resources, to positively impact the lives of their students. Nationwide, along with Ohio Farm Bureau and Ohio FFA recognizes the state’s Ag Educator of the Year with the coveted Golden Owl Award trophy and, along with it, $5,000 in funding to help bring new opportunities to their programs. Meet this year's winner...

There is a lab right here is Ohio that is equipped to research and develop new products that utilize soy-based feedstocks to solve real world challenges. Find out all about the Airable Research Lab in Delaware, along with how and why it provides research of soy-based materials that are in the early stages of development. Plus, the deadline to sign up for the next AgriPOWER class, that helps to tak...

The Ohio State Fair is coming up in just a few weeks. When you get there you will notice quite a few changes this year as the fairgrounds will have some new looks this year, as well as new leadership. Meet the new executive director of the Ohio Expo Center and State Fair and learn how the major renovations are going on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

Although agriculture is different from state to state, many of the same challenges farmers face across the country hit close to home here in the Buckeye State. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, executives from Delaware, Maryland and Pennsylvania Farm Bureaus share what their members are being challenged with on the policy front and why their bond with America's #1 farm insurer, Nationwide, is impo...

The Ohio Agriculture Conservation Initiative (OACI) rolled out the findings of its 2023 Assessment Survey Report on practices being used by farmers in the Sandusky watershed to manage water and nutrients. The assessment results show ample conservation efforts, as well as areas for improvement and continued farmer education and resourcing by OACI. Find out more about the report on this Ohio Farm Bu...

According to a recent survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation, 61% of farmers and farm workers responded that they were experiencing more mental health challenges than they were from one year ago. There’s not a moment to waste on your farm. That’s exactly why the Ohio Agriculture Mental Health Alliance, which includes Ohio Farm Bureau, is asking you to take a confidential survey to help your...

New research conducted by Nationwide shows that both consumers and commercial drivers feel roads are more dangerous today than just a year ago. To help drivers in the agriculture, food and fuel sectors, Nationwide has launched a new driver safety campaign – Drive the 5 – to remind drivers and their employers of five critical principles that every driver should adopt before getting behind the wheel...

A recent study found that 40% of all counties in the United States have less than one lawyer per 1,000 residents. Why is that a problem and what is being done to give rural Ohioans more legal representation? Find out on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast from experts at Wright and Moore.

The 2024 County Fair season is almost underway and that means livestock shows, deep fried food and plenty of harness racing action. Get an update on what to expect at the county fair tracks this year from the Ohio Harness Horsemen's Association on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, A new license is available for farmers to use in their direct marketing businesses. Find out more about the “Low Ri...

All-Terrain Vehicles and Utility Task Vehicles are versatile workhorses on today’s farms and they’re more popular than ever for rural recreation. They’re also extremely powerful and potentially dangerous, especially for young and inexperienced riders who are unaware of safe riding practices. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, learn about the new Let's Champion Rider Safety initiative from Nationwid...

The Ohio Farm Bureau Health Benefits Plan has been updated to give sole proprietors access to more rate stability and a smart solution that offers potential savings on health care. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, hear from a northwest Ohio farmer as he shares how the Health Benefits Plan has been impactful to him as a sole proprietor. Plus, 2024 marks 10 years of the 4R Nutrient Stewardship Cert...

A new EPA rule that would further impact the reliability and affordability of electricity to Ohioans was recently released. Find out what the new rule demands and what next steps could be to change its detrimental course from the CEO of Ohio's Electric Cooperatives on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, Direct-to-consumer marketing has become a greater source of income for many of our members in...

With an estimated 20,000 agricultural fires each year, the need for fire safety awareness and planning has never been greater. Nationwide is helping its agriculture customers take a proactive approach to fire defense through a new partnership. Get the details on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, slips, trips and falls make up the majority of all general industry accidents in the United States....

Its a podcast about podcasting! Whether you are a guest on a podcast or just so happen to host one, that media platform is growing rapidly. At a recent Target Training held in Columbus by American Farm Bureau, participants got some podcasting insights from an Ohio agriculture expert on the topic. Ohio Farm Bureau Organization Director and Stock Talk Podcast host, Trevor Kirkpatrick shares what wor...

Get prepared for more of the severe weather Ohio may see as things heat up with tips from the state climatologist, Ohio State's Dr. Aaron Wilson on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, every day, in a thousand quiet moments, in gestures big & small, our members volunteer their time, their money, and their bountiful harvest, to care for those in need in every corner of the country. Learn how volunt...

The Ohio Beef Council has unveiled their new Culinary Studio to show consumers how to prepare meals that include beef. Get a glimpse of the kitchen and learn about some of the guests they will be inviting on the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, Farm Credit Mid-America and Rural 1st are excited to announce the return of the Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer contest, designed to help junior fairs r...

By this point in the season, Ohio has been through at least 3 fake springs, but things look to be warming up and the grass is greening up. What should you be thinking about even before you get on a mower? Get some safety tips from the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, Ag Credit has just divvied out their patronage for 2024. Since its inception, the progra...

According to the latest Census of Agriculture, Ohio lost 300,000 acres of farmland between 2017 and 2022. How can we harness the economic and energy development Ohio is realizing, while still maintaining the state's agrarian heritage and its #1 industry. As we find out from Andrew Wecker of Wright and Moore on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, the issue brings with it many challenges and opportunitie...

Without a doubt, we live in a global society. So, it’s important to visit other parts of the world to see how agriculture looks there and how we can work together successfully moving forward. The Ohio Soybean Council recently took one of their “See for Yourself” tours to South America. Hear from one of the participants on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, succession planning is becoming more im...

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many in agriculture diversified into new ventures to keep the lights on. But it doesn’t take a world-changing event to create new opportunities through agricultural expansion or diversification. We discuss what to think about when it comes to diversifying your farm with Nationwide. Plus, under the Corporate Transparency Act, some new paperwork requirements are going...

How well do you know your farm? Sure, you could probably drive your fields blindfolded and you could name without a doubt the cow that will always come in the parlor last; but what about your farm as a business? Learn about Ohio State's Ohio Farm Business Analysis Program and how it can help you and your farm find efficiencies for long-term success. Plus, Farm Credit Mid-America customer owners wi...