Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

Eldorado Scioto Downs will host the Breeders Crown finals Oct. 23-24, bringing some of the best in harness racing to Ohio. Director of Racing Jason Roth joins the podcast to talk about the event and what it means for Ohio’s harness racing industry.

Agritourism continues to give Ohio farm families new ways to diversify their businesses and connect with consumers. Leah Hetrick joins us to talk about the opportunities that come with opening a farm to the public, some of the important considerations for farm businesses and a new member-exclusive agritourism guide designed to help farmers navigate the process.

Research across the Great Lakes is helping educators better understand water quality, natural resources and the connection between land and water. Williams County Extension Educator Kayla Wyse joins the podcast to share her experience aboard a research vessel on Lake Superior and how she is bringing what she learned back to Ohio.

The future of a farm can look a lot different five, 10 or 30 years down the road. More family members may want to return to the business, the farm may need to grow or priorities outside of the farm may change. Ryan Conklin of Wright & Moore Law joins us to talk about how planning ahead can give farm families more options, from preparing for the next generation and future growth to succession and creating more balance in everyday life.

ATVs and UTVs are valuable tools on the farm and popular for recreation, but they also come with risks. Laramie Sandquist of Nationwide Agribusiness joins us to discuss common safety concerns, what parents should know about younger riders and Nationwide resources available to help farm families stay safe.

Election Day is approaching, and Ohio Farm Bureau is helping members learn more about the candidates and races on their ballot. Whittney Bowers, director of state policy and grassroots engagement, joins the podcast to discuss the 2026 Election Guide, the grassroots process behind Friend of Agriculture designations and how Ohio Farm Bureau engages in races across the state.

As a grassroots organization, policy development is at the heart of Ohio Farm Bureau’s advocacy efforts. On this episode, Leah Curtis, associate general counsel, joins to discuss how the process works, where things stand this year and how member ideas become priorities that guide the organization.

Succession planning takes a team, and it’s important that everyone is on the same page and working toward the farm’s unique needs. Wright & Moore Law joins the podcast to share takeaways from the recent Cultivating Connections Conference, why collaboration among trusted advisers matters and what farm families should be thinking about as they plan for the next generation

From conversations at the Ohio State Fair to meeting with lawmakers during August recess and preparing for the midterm election, this is a critical time to make Ohio agriculture’s voice heard. Brad Bales, senior director of state and national policy, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of grassroots advocacy, the impact of sharing your story and why staying engaged matters.

Whether you're a farmer, small business owner or simply looking for health coverage options, Ohio Farm Bureau Health Care Solutions offers programs designed with members in mind. Trevor Kirkpatrick, director of health services, Jill Clinger of the Jill Clinger Agency and Aiden Andrako of Andrako Insurance Consultants discuss available options through Ohio Farm Bureau and how they are helping Ohioans access quality, affordable health care.