For many in Ohio agriculture, 2024 has been a particularly challenging year. As harvest wraps up and the season of thankfulness draws near, 2024 has offered plenty for farmers to reflect on, learn from and pray about. Please do not overlook the power of prayer in a year such as this. On this week’s Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese talks with Pastor Chris Reed from The Tree Church in Lancaster about the role, benefits and power of prayer in the lives of Ohio farmers agriculturalists. Also featued ...
Nov 04, 2024•45 min•Ep. 371
This week’s podcast features Matt Reese talking with Anna Moeller, Ohio FFA President, Ryan Bowsher, State Vice President at Large, and Jayden Hicks, State Vice President At Large at last week’s National FFA Convention. Featured audio includes: FFA Star Farmer Landon Haney, 20203-24 National FFA officer Morgan Anderson, newly elected 2024-25 national officer Luke Jennings, and Emma Hummer and Noah Cantor from the Erwin Chapter in hurricane devastated Tennessee. In addition, we have an update wit...
Oct 28, 2024•42 min•Ep. 370
In Episode 369 we take a look at Ohio's rich agricultural history through the lense of some Century Farms. Matt Reese highlights some history from his family's farm in Hancock County. Matt also talks with Jeff McKanna and family in Putam County, and Geoff Mavis about his Century Farm, the conservation efforts and preservation efforts he has undertaken in Fayette County. We also hear an update from Luke Crumley with Ohio Corn & Wheat
Oct 20, 2024•39 min•Ep. 369
In Episode 368, Matt and Jeff Reese visit with Ryan Conklin and Johnny Cottingim with Wright and Moore Law Company about post-election and end-of-year planning considerations for Ohio farms. There is also featured audio including an update from Dale Minyo with Farm Credit Mid-America, a biodiesel update with Jordan Davidson and some highlights from the World Dairy Expo with Kevin Doeberiener and Lindsay Bowen from Wayne County, part of the team with what may be the first-ever sweep of Holstein c...
Oct 14, 2024•50 min•Ep. 368
On this week’s Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Dusty Sonnenberg and Matt Reese sit down with Luke Crumley of Ohio Corn & Wheat to discuss the impact of the upcoming election and the much-anticipated farm bill in a spirited and fun dicussion. Also in this episode, Dusty talks with Matt Tripp , business manager for John Deere, chatting the latest insights on John Deere technology from the opening of AgPro's new facility opening in Sandusky, while Matt catches up with Mike Estadt of OSU Extension to addre...
Oct 07, 2024•54 min
This week, Matt and Dusty talk with Kris Swartz from Wood County and Jeff Duling from Putnam County , current president of the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts . In addition, we have featured audio from Cati Riddell talking GrowNextGen , Brynn Bishop on the upcoming Night for Young professionals , Julie Myers with Luckey Farmers Cooperative talking about the 4Rs , and Eric Doll, president of the Ohio Forestry Association talking about the upcoming Paul Bunyan Show at the ...
Sep 30, 2024•46 min•Ep. 366
The 365th episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast covers all aspects of the extreme fire risk in agricultural fields this fall as an early harvest ramps up in drought-stricken fields around Ohio. The podcast features Dee Jepsen with the Ohio State University Agricultural Safety and Health Program and Josh Lewis, Volunteer Fire Service Coordinator with the Division of the of the State Fire Marshall . In addition, we hear from the Ohio Department of Agriculture with Director Brian Baldridge and Meghan ...
Sep 23, 2024•44 min•Ep. 365
Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg are back in the saddle for 364th episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, giving you the inside scoop for the 2024 Farm Science Review. Barry Ward and Bruce Clevenger of Ohio State Extension join us from setup day of the Review as the group discusses the must-see items of this year's event and the state of agriculture in 2024. The conversations continue as Dale Minyo talks with Tadd Nicholson of Ohio Corn & Wheat about the changing world of ethanol demand and its h...
Sep 16, 2024•49 min•Ep. 364
This week's Ohio Ag Net Podcast takes us to the heart of the 2024 drought in Morgan County, where Matt Reese sits down with local livestock producers Austin Wiseman, Gary Haines, and OSU Extension Field Specialist Garth Ruff to discuss the challenges facing the area's cattle and beef markets. In our featured audio, Dale Minyo provides a biodiesel update with Madi Corbi of the Ohio Soybean Council , and Dusty Sonnenberg has a legislative update from Brandon Kern with the Ohio Soybean Association ...
Sep 09, 2024•43 min•Ep. 363
In this special edition of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, Matt Reese leads us through various perspectives on the escalating drought of 2024, especially concern to southeast portions of the Buckeye state. Matt talks with Ross Black , a farmer in Pickaway County, which is among the driest parts of the state and the impacts on their growing season We then hear an update from Between the Rows Farmer Matt Spillman of Stark County discussing how they have fared in other parts of the state. The conversation...
Aug 26, 2024•44 min•Ep. 362
Tune in for this jam-packed episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast that covers the past, present, and future of many unique sectors in Ohio agriculture, anywhere from a special equipment auction at Farm Science Review to the reason behind USDA’s surprising soybean numbers, and much more. Dusty Sonnenberg talks with Brad Moffit, ethanol specialist with Ohio Corn & Wheat, and Glenn Badenhop, President/CEO of American Freedom Energy LLC, about growing interest in Unleaded 88, or 15% ethanol, at the...
Aug 19, 2024•59 min•Ep. 361
This week’s Ohio Ag Net Podcast features Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg talking with Russ Rice from Fulton County and Matt Spillman from Stark County with a recap of the 2024 Ohio Crop Tour. Featured audio within this show includes an update of the brand new Henry County Event Center with Bailey Elchinger and Sara Shepard , as well as a look at technology and the 4Rs with Craig Houin from Sunrise Cooperative....
Aug 12, 2024•44 min•Ep. 360
The Ohio State Fair is officially wrapped up, and it was definitely one for the history books! In this episode, we recap more exciting times from the Ohio State Fair. Matt Reese and Dale Minyo of the Ohio Ag Net and Ohio's Country Journal are here to provide all of the updates with a star-studded cast of guests, from champion livestock exhibitors to the Director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Featured audio includes conversations with: Brian Baldridge , the Director of the Ohio Departmen...
Aug 05, 2024•44 min•Ep. 358
This week's episode is full of Ohio State Fair excitement! From interviews with champions to chats on this year's successful State Fair to conversations about the fairground's massive construction projects, this episode has it all. Join the team at one of the favorite events of the year and stay updated on its agricultural impact. Also featured in this episode is Dale speaking with Rudi Pitzer Perry of Farm Credit Mid-America about the benefits of farm diversification and the proper steps to tak...
Jul 29, 2024•45 min•Ep. 357
In this week’s podcast, join host Matt Reese of Ohio's County Journal and the Ohio Ag Net Podcast as he talks with Jenna Reese , executive director of the Ohio Forestry Association. She talks about recent updates for woodlands through CAUV, the importance of forestry management, chainsaw safety, and the upcoming Paul Bunyan Show in October. This week's featured audio includes: Dale Minyo gets the scoop on Farmers for Soil Health. Joel Penhorwood has an update with GrowNextGen Ag Biotech Academy....
Jul 22, 2024•39 min•Ep. 357
This week’s Ohio Ag Net podcast features the members of the Partners for Ohio Agriculture team that is gearing up for 2024 Dean’s Charity Steer Show on Tuesday, July 30 at the Ohio State Fair. The team includes the Jennings family from Clermont County, with exhibitor Kaylee Jennings showcasing her Chianina heifer, Becky. Dan Wagner , President and CEO of Farm Credit Mid-America , is the celebrity exhibitor handling Becky during the event under the tutelage of Jennings. Joining them is Matt Reese...
Jul 15, 2024•26 min•Ep. 356
Here at the Ohio Ag Net, we love to highlight all the amazing things going on in Ohio Agriculture. But sometimes, especially during this hot season, you just have to let off some steam and talk about the frustrating things. Nothing is left unsaid in this year's summer agriculture rant podcast. Hear from Ohio's Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net team members, alongside agriculture industry leaders, as they share their thoughts regarding everything from falling commodity prices to environmentalists' ...
Jul 08, 2024•32 min•Ep. 355
This week, join hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg as they speak with Brandon Kern of the Ohio Soybean Association about the ongoing challenges and potential implications on agriculture with the EPA's Endangered Species Act. More in this week's podcast: Dale interviews Gordan Russell, US Head of Grains & Oilseeds at Louis Dreyfus Company , at the LDC soybean crush facility groundbreaking. Dusty has a wrap on the Harmful Algal Bloom Forecast for Lake Erie. Matt talks with Roger High of the...
Jul 01, 2024•36 min•Ep. 354
In this week’s podcast, hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg delve into the progress (or lack thereof) of the 2024 Farm Bill as we move closer to the November election. Join them as they speak with Brandon Kern, Director of Public Policy and Issues Analysis for the Ohio Soybean Association, and Luke Crumley, Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association Director of Public Policy and Nutrient Management. Meanwhile, Dale Minyo visits Jennifer Hancock, a teacher whose classroom participated in the Chi...
Jun 24, 2024•19 min•Ep. 353
In this week's podcast, host Matt Reese speaks with Gina Orr from FreshORR Farms in Perry County, highlighting their journey selling farm products through Lancaster’s Keller Market House. Erin Harvey, the general manager of Keller Market House, joins to discuss the local food economy and its impact on the community. The episode features audio from Joel Penhorwood's interview with Wendy Osborn, Director of Market Development for Ohio Corn & Wheat, providing updates and reminders about Ohio’s ...
Jun 18, 2024•43 min•Ep. 352
In this episode, Matt Reese dives into the issue of water quality with Jordan Hoewischer, Director of Water Quality and Research for Ohio Farm Bureau. They discuss the 2024 algal bloom forecast, the importance of the 4Rs in farming, the latest Lake Erie lawsuit, and strides in water quality progress. Matt also chats with Paige Scott from Legacy Farmer Co-op about the practical applications of the 4Rs, and Fred Hayes from Portage County shares insights on the world’s cutest sheep breed. Meanwhile...
Jun 10, 2024•53 min•Ep. 351
In this episode, Matt and Dusty chat with Marlene Eick and Tadd Nicholson from Ohio Corn & Wheat about the buzz around Carbon Intensity Scoring. They break down what it means for the future of commodity corn production and its broader implications for the agricultural sector. Understand how this scoring can drive sustainability and profitability on your farm. Dale Minyo brings valuable insights from Farm Credit Mid America and his discussion with Brock Burcham on managing farm financial stre...
Jun 03, 2024•36 min•Ep. 350
In this week's Ohio Ag Net podcast, join hosts Matt Reese and Dusty Sonnenberg as they welcome Elizabeth Long and Larry Davis from Ag Resource Management . Dive into a thorough discussion on the current state of crop profitability, the impacts of interest rates, and the ins and outs of crop insurance among other vital topics. This episode also features valuable insights from Tadd Nicholson of Ohio Corn & Wheat , who provides an update on Carbon Intensity Scoring. Additionally, hear from Curt...
May 20, 2024•36 min
In this week’s episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, join Matt Reese and Joel Penhorwood as they engage in insightful discussions with key figures in agriculture and beyond. National FFA Officer Morgan Anderson from the Amanda-Clearcreek Chapter shares her experiences, alongside Cortney Copeland, a 2024 Ohio Ag Net student FFA reporter from the Jackson Center UVCC Chapter. Dive into the real estate world with Devin Dye, owner of Dye Real Estate and Land Co. , and catch up on the latest planting tr...
May 13, 2024•43 min
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio’s Country Journal and Joel Penhorwood of Ohio Ag Net talk with Aubree Topp of Botkins FFA and Alexis White of Fort Frye FFA who are serving as student reporters at the 96th State FFA Convention. They talk about their experience as student reporters and about their agricultural background. More in this week’s podcast: Tadd Nicholson, Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Association: Dusty talks with Tadd about sustainable aviation fuel ta...
May 06, 2024•44 min
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Dusty Sonnenberg of Ohio Ag Net talks with Max Vekich , commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission and Peter Friedmann , Agriculture Transportation Coalition executive director . They talk about the Transportation Go! Conference in Toledo and what each organization does. Also, they talked about the transportation of cargo in bodies of water and the importance it plays on the agricultural industry. More in this week’s podcast: GrowNextGen : Da...
Apr 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 346
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio’s Country Journal and Joel Penhorwood of Ohio Ag Net talk with Tadd Nicholson, Ohio Ag Council president and Ohio Corn and Wheat executive director. They first chat about farm nicknames throughout the years. They also talk about the Ohio Agriculture Council spring meeting where they bring people from all sectors of Ohio agriculture together. More in this week’s podcast: Krista Swanson, National Corn Growers Assoication: Krista t...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 345
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talks with Mark Purdy, COO of Aimpoint Research. They talk about research and collecting data to help support farmers and the agri-food sector. They talk about the effects of inflation, technology, wage inflation, and more. More in this week’s podcast: Matt Reese, Ohio Country Jounral: Matt talks about the new AI versus old AI and what that means in agriculture today. Kent Edwards, Erie County Farmer: Matt talks wit...
Apr 15, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 344
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio’s Country Journal talks with Kyle Brown, Wyandot County swine farmer and Chris Weaver, Williams County dairy farmer about livestock outlook for 2024. They talk about market outlooks, disease pressure, and upcoming challenges within livestock, specifically in the dairy cow and swine industries. More in this week’s podcast: Madi Layman, Ohio Soybean Council: Dale talks with Madi about biodiesel and market outlook. Shaun Weller, DV...
Apr 08, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 343
In this episode of the Ohio Ag Net Podcast, host Matt Reese of Ohio’s Country Journal and Dusty Sonnenburg of Ohio Ag Net talk with Devin Fuhrman, the chief agriculture and sponsor relations officer for Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Adam Sharp, executive vice president of Ohio Farm Bureau. They talk about agriculture trends in America and what that means moving forward as a nation. Trends they talk about are trade, land prices and uses, the United States being a net food importer, and ...
Apr 01, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 342
