With corn and soybean crops advancing across Ohio, many growers are evaluating whether a fungicide application will help protect yield potential. It’s a decision that depends on several factors and agronomist Luke Schulte with Beck’s Hybrids weighs in with recent Practical Farm Research results.
Plus, for Ohio farmers who grow soybeans and other feedstocks for biodiesel, what does the expiration of the 40A blenders’ tax credit actually mean day-to-day, and what is being done to reinstate it? Find out on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat.
For this Ohio Ag Net Cab Cam, presented by Precision Agri Services, Ty Higgins harvests amber waves of grain in the first wheat Cab Cam of 2026. He finds out if Union County’s Justin Gravatt’s fields got bit by the late frost and checks on other area crops.… Continue reading
In Week #7 of Feeding Farmers, Ohio Ag Net’s Ty Higgins visits Turner Farms and Turn-er Green, LLC. Before lunch, Lee Turner was side dressing corn near the home farm and shared how the custom application business has grown, the challenges that the large planting window brings to custom applicators and what has changed, and what hasn’t changed on the farm since Ty was last there over 10 years ago.
What happens when farmers can learn from other farmers? Michael Watercutter introduces the new and upcoming OH Farm Program, a peer-to-peer network designed to connect farmers. Through shared experiences and practical knowledge, the program aims to support farmers as they explore and adopt regenerative agricultural practices. While fostering collaboration and building relationships across the farming community, OH Farm hopes to create opportunities for growth, learning, and more sustainable farming systems for the future.… Continue reading
June is National Dairy Month, and we’re celebrating with a look at a small dairy farm in Union County.
Mike and Maile Plotner are first-generation dairy farmers who are building their Brown Swiss herd while balancing off-farm careers, raising a young family, and steadily improving their operation at Union-Champ Dairy. Mike works at the Nestlé plant in Marysville, while Maile is finishing her pharmacy residency, but mornings and evenings are spent in the barn caring for the cows they hope will help carry on a family tradition.
Ohio Ag Net’s Joel Penhorwood has more about how the couple make it happen, plus a bit about their love for Allis-Chalmers, in this feature.
Farmers are no stranger to stress, but there have been major investments and improvements for resources to help them get through challenges they may be facing when it comes to their mental health. Find out about all of the options available and how the conversation around farm stress and mental health is changing on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat.
Plus, get an idea of what Mother Nature may have in store for farmers in Ohio as the growing season continues with an outlook from State Climatologist Dr. Aaron Wilson.
In Week #6 of Feeding Farmers, Ohio Ag Net’s Joel Penhorwood talks with father-and-daughter Larry and Elizabeth Leonhard of Leonhard Family Farm near Mt. Gilead in Morrow County. The Leonhards discuss their diversified family operation, which includes Holstein steers, replacement heifers, hay, corn, soybeans, and Elizabeth’s herd of registered Limousin, Lim-Flex, and Angus cattle. Elizabeth also shares how her work at a nearby dairy complements her responsibilities at home. Together, they explain how maintaining several enterprises on one farm is helping create opportunities for the next generation to remain involved in agriculture and pursue their dream of self-employment.
Thanks to Ag Revolution for presenting Feeding Farmers, along with our sponsors, Paradise Energy Solutions and Timpte.… Continue reading
At nearly 10,000 acres, The Wilds is unlike any traditional zoo. As part of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium family, this conservation center provides expansive landscapes where animals can live in natural social groups while supporting critical breeding and conservation efforts.
Hear from Dr. Joe Greathouse, Vice President and Director of The Wilds, and Danny Lough, Director of Conservation Education and Engagement, as they share how the organization cares for species including giraffes, rhinos, bison, cheetahs, African painted dogs, and many more—all while working to secure a future for endangered wildlife.
Ohio Corn and Wheat’s Emerging Leaders Program was created to identify, educate, and empower the next generation of agricultural leaders in Ohio’s corn and small grain industry. Nominations are being accepted now. Hear from past participants about what they learned about themselves and the industry by taking part in the program.
Then, one tool that’s getting more attention these days is Livestock Risk Protection insurance. A Livestock Product Specialist with Farm Credit Mid-America discusses how producers are thinking about managing risk in an environment of strong prices and ongoing volatility on this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat.
The Strengthening Economic and Energy Development (SEED) Act is gaining attention in Washington and across rural America as lawmakers, fuel retailers and agriculture groups look for ways to stabilize fuel prices while strengthening demand for U.S.-grown biofuels. Gary Hoogeveen, executive vice president of Pilot Company weighs in on how this bill could impact farmers, diesel prices and biodiesel demand.… Continue reading
The winner of Week #5 of Ohio Ag Net’s Feeding Farmers was Hull Farms in Seneca Co. They farm row crops, hay, straw and have a drone business. Ryan and Cale manage the farm after Ryan’s dad passed away from cancer a few years ago. Both love farming and have Ryan’s wife, April, to keep things straight. Thanks to Ag Revolution for presenting Feeding Farmers, along with our sponsors, Paradise Energy Solutions and Timpte.… Continue reading
In this agronomic video update from Beck’s, Field Agronomist Mike Hannewald turns our eyes to in-season weed control. For those making a second pass, he stresses to avoid spraying Liberty herbicide on corn and explains why. Those tips and much more are in this timely video.
Ohio agriculture will take center stage at this year’s Ohio State Fair with the new Imagine AG exhibit, designed to help fairgoers better understand where their food comes from and the many industries connected to farming. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, Ohio Farm Bureau’s Marlene Eick talks about the vision behind the new building, the interactive experiences inside, and the message organizers hope visitors take home from this year’s fair.
Plus, selling land is much different than selling a traditional home, requiring the right marketing strategy, the right buyers, and an approach tailored to that specific property. Kevin Miller with Oak Ridge Realty and Auction Company shares what landowners should know before putting their property on the market.
Owning a racehorse may sound out of reach, but a growing number of people are getting involved through fractional ownership programs.
In this interview, Jessica Schroeder with the United States Trotting Association and HorsePlay Racing Stable discusses how fractional ownership allows individuals to purchase a small share of a Standardbred racehorse and experience the excitement of ownership without the cost of buying a horse outright.
Whether you’re a longtime follower of harness racing or simply curious about the industry, Schroeder offers insight into an accessible entry point for those interested in becoming part of the sport.… Continue reading
While planting soybeans, Ohio Ag Net’s Dusty Sonnenberg made an unexpected discovery: a swarm of honey bees clustered on the stem of a former cover crop.
In this video, Dusty is joined by beekeeper Brad Hibbard, who explains why bees swarm, how he got started in beekeeping and the unique equipment he uses to safely collect and relocate swarms. Brad shares how a simple interest in improving pollination on his produce farm grew into managing dozens of hives and responding to swarm calls across the region.… Continue reading
Finding enough skilled workers remains one of the biggest challenges facing equipment manufacturers, dealers, and businesses across agriculture and construction. But rather than simply talking about the problem, many companies are taking action to build the workforce of tomorrow. Julie Davis, senior vice president of people strategy with the Association of Equipment Manufacturing, tells the Ohio Ag Net’s Ty Higgins what her organization is telling members about maintaining a solid workforce for the long term.… Continue reading
The dairy industry continues to evolve as consumers rediscover the value, nutrition, and versatility of milk and dairy products. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, learn about some recent wins for dairy farmers, from strong retail and food service sales to new conversations surrounding school milk and dairy’s role in healthy diets from the American Dairy Association Mideast.
Plus, 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.
After being rained out for a few weeks, Ted Logan was finally able to get some corn planted in rye that was a bit taller than he was hoping. In this Cab Cam, learn why Logan “plants green” and how some of the fields he is planting now will end up in this season’s e-Fields data as Ohio Ag Net’s Ty Higgins joins him for a few rounds.… Continue reading
State Climatologist of Ohio Aaron Wilson joins Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net to explain what El Niño is, how it develops and what it could mean for Ohio’s weather patterns this summer and into winter.
Wilson discusses the potential for drier conditions in the Ohio Valley, why El Niño may have a stronger impact later in the year, and what farmers should keep in mind as they navigate another growing season.
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