We’re spraying to get rid of Spongy Moth (formerly Gypsy Moth). Dan Kenny, Chief of the Division of Plant Health, joins us with more on what it takes to get rid of this pest.

Interest in horse racing is peaking after a thrilling Kentucky Derby. On this week’s Cultivating Convos we look at Ohio’s blossoming horse racing scene. The Ohio Department of Agriculture conducts all the drug testing for the sport in the state. Lab Director Soobeng Tan joins the hosts as does Tanya Boulmetis, Deputy Director of the Ohio State Racing Commission.

On this week’s Cultivating Convos, Ohio Department of Agriculture Director Dorothy Pelanda joins us to talk about her latest Dishing with Dorothy segment. Yummy pork tacos are on the menu for Cinco de Mayo. Ohio Pork Association Executive Vice President Cheryl Day chats with Director and explains why pork should be on your table tonight. DISCLAIMER: This podcast will make you hungry!

On this week’s Cultivating Convos, we unveil the plan behind a ‘Zero Waste Space’ pilot program – to encourage less in the landfills and teach about sustainability! Mike Minnix from Good Land Ohio and Dave Foulkes from Ohio EPA join the team to break down why this is a win-win for everyone involved.

This week on Cultivating Convos we take a deep dive into a program that keeps, well, growing! Ohio Victory Gardens is now in 42 counties. The seeds are getting ready to be rolled out across the state. Colette Gabriel, Laboratory Scientist in the Ohio Department of Agriculture Division of Plant Health, joins us to talk about the project and the basics of starting your own garden.

The Asian longhorned beetle can wreak havoc on Ohio's trees and natural resources. But some good news is on the way. Find out in this week's Cultivating Convos.

This week on Cultivating Convos, we talk with Christy Eckstein, Ohio Grape Industry Commission Executive Director, and Ashely McDonald, Ohio Proud Executive Director, about a fun opportunity coming up in April! Join us for a virtual wine tasting and charcuterie paring on April 14th. Email [email protected] for more information. 

This week on Cultivating Convos, we sit down with Dr. Leon, ODA Division of Meat Inspection Chief, and owners of Oiler Meats to talk about the Ohio Meat Processing Grant Program. Oiler Meats tells us how this grant will help them keep their family business booming by improving their equipment to serve more producers and reach more customers. 

This week on Cultivating Convos, we get all the details on the 2022 Ohio Beef Expo. Listen to find out what you can experience this weekend, March 17 through March 20 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus. Check out all that the enormous event has to offer at www.ohiobeefexpo.com/. 

Next week marks Ohio Ag Week, and we are excited to promote some exciting things happening in Ohio agriculture, including the return of the Ohio State Fair! Tune in to hear from the Assistant General Manager of the Ohio Expo Center and Ohio State Fair about fun, new attractions you can expect at this year's Ohio State Fair. Make sure to check out ODA's social media pages each day next week to celebrate Ohio Ag Week!