What does the latest research say about how Ohio farmers and their impact on Lake Erie? That and much more are part of this special in-depth conversation that follows up two years later from an initial talk between Ohio Field Leader Dusty Sonnenberg and Dr. Chris Winslow, director of the Ohio State University’s Stone Lab.
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Field Leader Dusty Sonnenberg visits Ralph Farms in Marion County to talk with fourth-generation farmer Mike Ralph. They discuss a prolonged planting season, crops in need of rain, managing the area’s heavy soils, and the importance of drainage improvements to the family’s corn and soybean operation.
Ralph also reflects on his service with the Ohio Soybean Council and the growth of the Airable Research Lab, which is helping create new uses and demand for Ohio soybeans.… Continue reading
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The Ohio Field Leader Roadshow heads to Van Wert County to visit Heffelfinger Farms, where Dusty Sonnenberg talks with Mike and Kevin Heffelfinger to learn about a farming operation with roots dating back to 1852. Now in its fifth generation, with a sixth generation preparing to carry on the tradition, the family discusses their corn, soybean and wheat operation, grain marketing, conservation practices, and how this spring’s challenging weather delayed planting by nearly a month.… Continue reading
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As part of the Ohio Field Leader Roadshow, Dusty Sonnenberg visits with Bret Margraf of Margraf Family Farms in Seneca County to talk about the farm’s evolving approach to soil health. From decades of no-till and cover crop adoption to integrating Red Poll cattle into the operation, Margraf shares how livestock grazing is helping improve soil function, extend forage opportunities, and add value back to the grain operation. The conversation also highlights innovative practices including interseeding forages into corn and experimenting with wheat-soybean polycropping systems.… Continue reading
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On this episode of the Ohio Field Leader Roadshow, Dusty Sonnenberg visits Flynn Livestock and Gordon Farms in Lorain County to talk with Adele and Eric Flynn about their diversified family operation.
The Flynn family traces their roots on the farm back to 1941 and today raises corn, soybeans, rye for cover crop seed, and hay, alongside a livestock enterprise that includes beef cattle and goats. The conversation highlights how a simple decision to plant rye for cover crops evolved into a growing seed business serving neighboring farms.
The discussion also touches on agricultural advocacy at the national level, including Adele’s experience meeting with policymakers in Washington, D.C., and sharing the story of U.S. soybean production on a global stage.
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In this episode of the Ohio Field Leader Roadshow, Dusty Sonnenberg talks with Dan Schwartz of Schwartz Farms about the work that has been done on their Trumbull County operation to raise food-grade soybeans valued in the Japanese market.
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Traveling to Clark County for the latest Ohio Field Leader Roadshow, Dusty Sonnenberg talks with the Harbage family about their diversified operation, including their recent brush with a barn fire and the resulting lessons from that situation.… Continue reading
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In this video, Ohio Field Leader’s Dusty Sonnenberg heads to Shelby County to visit Everett Farms where Joe Everett, no stranger to Ohio Ag Net, is staying plenty busy. Joe Everett is our guest as he talks their farming practices, family history, and renting relationships among more.… Continue reading
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Ohio Field Leader Dusty Sonnenberg heads to Morrow County for the latest Ohio Field Leader Roadshow. He joins Ray Van Horn to talk this year’s planting progress and the importance of commodity organizations and the work they do building relationships with foreign trade partners.… Continue reading
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Ohio Field Leader’s Dusty Sonnenberg takes the roadshow to the farm of Keith Dennis where his focused and strategic use of cover crops has helped transformed his land over the years. Hear his perspective and lessons learned in this video interview.
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A major investment in agricultural research is taking shape in southern Ohio. With $1 million dedicated to renovating and expanding Shawnee State University’s Advanced Manufacturing Center, Airable Research Lab is setting up a new hub aiming to unlock new market opportunities for soybean-based products.
At the recent event officially confirming the project, Barry McGraw, founder of Airable, joined Ohio farmers, industry leaders, and dignitaries to celebrate the expansion. Leaders from Shawnee State University and the Ohio Soybean Council share how this collaboration benefits students, researchers, and Ohio’s agricultural economy.… Continue reading
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Ohio Field Leader Dusty Sonnenberg heads to Henry County at the finish of soybean harvest in the cab with Todd Hesterman. The two visit about the conditions of the year, the long-term strategies Hesterman is putting in place, soil types, H2Ohio, and much more. Tune in!… Continue reading
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Ohio Field Leader Dusty Sonnenberg joins us from the rolling hills of Stark and Tuscarawas Counties from the cab of Matt Spillman as they discuss the unique farming challenges in his corner of the state.
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In this edition of the Ohio Field Leader Roadshow, Dusty Sonnenberg is on the road to Fairfield County to visit with John Hummel. The two discuss this year’s observations as harvest rolls along, including strategies for slug control in soybean after corn fields in the next year.
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Ohio Field Leader’s Dusty Sonnenberg takes the Roadshow to Clark County’s Armstrong Farms where he visits with Allen and Andrew Armstrong. They discuss the good looking crop on this year’s farm, as well as their per-bushel value approach to farm decision making, and even Allen’s extensive involvement advocating for the industry.
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Shady Lawn Farms is the site of this Ohio Field Leader Roadshow video as Dusty Sonnenberg visit with Jeff McKanna and Robert Gray about their operation. The farm grows corn, soybeans, and tomatoes, noting a good year so far with double-crop beans on the horizon.… Continue reading
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Ohio Field Leader’s Dusty Sonnenberg gets a behind-the-scenes look at the research going on at Ohio State University’s Stone Lab with Director Chris Winslow. They discuss the work being done by the Ohio Sea Grant to help inform farm practices and decisions through the H2Ohio program.
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Ohio Field Leader Dusty Sonnenberg takes the Roadshow to Wood County to the diversified grain and livestock operation at Eckel Farms. In this video, we hear from Nathan and Nolan Eckel about their operation, innovations, and changing farming practices as suburban sprawl nears their place of work.
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“There is no difference between a healthy environment and a healthy economy.” -Chris Winslow
In this one-of-a-kind Ohio Field Leader video, Dusty Sonnenberg heads to Stone Lab on Lake Erie to talk with Chris Winslow of The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences and the Ohio Sea Grant, serving as director of OSU Stone Lab. They discuss the research being done for water quality on the lake, and what they’re finding about the impacts farmer contribution to the watershed. How does the Ohio Sea Grant interact with H2Ohio? What has been learned? How does the research come back to inform practices on the farm? Perspectives to all of those questions and more in this Ohio Field Leader video.
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In this Ohio Field Leader video, Bill Beckman of the Ohio Department of Agriculture talks about the Voluntary Nutrient Management Plan – the cornerstone practice of the H2Ohio program. We also hear from farmer Kevin Thierry about his experience with the process and how he is utilizing the H2Ohio program on his operation.
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