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On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast Special, we cover many aspects of the drought that the majority of Ohio is dealing with, including the programs and assistance available to farmers being impacted by the extremely dry conditions, what the short and long term weather forecasts look like, tips on preventing field fires during harvest season and why keeping your mental wellness top-of-mind is so important during these historically challenging times. Guests: Dr. John Patterson, Director of Ohio Farm Service Agency Dr. Aaron Wilson, State Climatologist for Ohio Derek Hommer, Risk Management Consultant and Agronomy Specialist with Nationwide Agribusiness Brice Acton, Ross County grain farmer

Do you know what your Carbon Intensity Score is? Do you know what Carbon Intensity is in the first place? Find out why you should and how knowing your Carbon Intensity Score could be a vital part of your farm's success on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

Grain inventory loans are financial products designed specifically for agribusinesses. They enable farmers to leverage their inventory as collateral for a loan, providing an alternative source of working capital. Find out more about grain inventory loans, as well as how the AgLink program is helping farmers find cheaper money and get an outlook for interest rates heading into the harvest season with Ag Credit on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, learn about a new resource for Ohio Farm Bureau members that will guide them through everything energy related here in the Buckeye State.

This year's corn and soybean harvest season is just weeks away and just as important to making sure your equipment is ready for the task of long days of grueling work of bringing in the crop, is getting yourself ready for a safe and healthy harvest. Get some tips to keep yourself protected this fall from the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation and find out how they can assist you during the harvest and beyond. Plus, find out everything we have planned for this year's Farm Science Review in Ohio Farm Bureau's building at the corner of Beef and Friday, including experts from the new AgTech Innovation Hub at Ohio State on this 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 Podcast. Plus, in recent years, more farmers and agribusiness owners are forming Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). Learn the benefits and possible downsides of an LLC from an expert from Nationwide.

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 study from Ohio State has some answers and they will share those results on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

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 will cover the highlights of the magazine on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

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 on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, farm transitions and succession planning are two important issues for agriculture and the viability of the future of Ohio’s #1 industry. New research was just conducted on the topic by Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Find out what the preliminary data tells us.

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 take Ohio agriculture leaders to the next level, is fast approaching. Find out what's involved and how to apply on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.

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 important for their organization on many different levels.

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 Bureau Podcast.

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 community and others like it. Find out how you can take part on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, learn about the 988 Lifeline and how it is helping Ohioans from all walks of life overcome crisis situations.

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. Find out more about the program on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, if you show livestock, some rules have been updated to help add clarity and simplicity for livestock exhibitions. Ohio Farm Bureau's Director of Livestock Policy, Roger High has all the details.

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 Risk Mobile Retail Food Establishment” license and how farmers will benefit from it.

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 Nationwide to spread awareness about ATV and UTV safety. Plus, find out about Ohio State Extension's new Food Business Central online course for those looking to sell their goods to local consumers.

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 Certification Program. Learn about the programs success and what the next 10 years may bring for the water quality initiative.

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 recent years. The Census of Agriculture revealed that farms using local and regional markets to sell their goods have more than doubled between 2017 and 2022. The latest Our Ohio magazine has great stories about direct marketers and resources to help them succeed. Find out more about the newest issue of Our Ohio and the new Small-Scale Food Business Guide created for Ohio Farm Bureau members.