As Ohio prepares for the upcoming gubernatorial race, Ohio Farm Bureau is committed to helping our members stay informed on candidates and their platforms on Ohio agriculture and rural communities.

On this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Dr. Amy Acton to discuss her potential priorities for Ohio, including agriculture, economic development, workforce development and the realities facing farm families.

This episode was recorded on 06/26/2026.

What happens when farmers are put in the driver's seat of research? On this episode, Ohio farmers Evan Beery and Mark Hoorman join Ohio State University researcher Doug Jackson-Smith to discuss From the Ground Up, a farmer-led project exploring how conservation practices perform under real-world conditions.

How much will a Fourth of July cookout cost this year? American Farm Bureau economist Dr. Faith Parum joins to break down the 2026 Fourth of July Market Basket Survey, discuss Ohio-specific results and explain what's driving food prices from the farm to the grocery store.

Easements can have long-term impacts on a property and often raises questions about compensation, taxes and landowner's rights. On this episode, Ryan Conklin of Wright & Moore Law continues our conversations on land transactions, discussing these types of deals and what landowners should know before making a decision.

For many Ohioans, navigating life's challenges depends on having access to the right support. On this episode, we're joined by the Ohio Access to Justice Foundation and Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio to discuss the role Legal Aid plays in serving communities and connecting Ohioans with critical legal resources.

As the county fair season gets underway, we chat with Frank Fraas, executive director for Ohio Harness Horsemen's Association, to discuss Ohio's fair racing season, the growth of harness racing and recent efforts to connect young people with the industry.

When the Make America Healthy Again Commission released its initial report, it raised real concerns across agriculture and what the proposed policies could mean for America’s food system. A year later, the conversation looks much different and farmers now have a seat at the table. On this episode, Kari Barbic of American Farm Bureau joins to discuss the MAHA timeline, how farmers stepped in and what comes next in the MAHA conversation.

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and while farmers are known for their resilience and ability to overcome challenges, there is still a stigma around mental health in many rural communities. Guests from the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation and the Agricultural Navigator Program join the podcast to discuss the challenges facing farm families, the importance of support systems and the resources available across rural Ohio.

As Nationwide celebrates 100 years, we sit down with CEO Kirt Walker to talk about the company’s century-long history, its partnership with Ohio Farm Bureau and how the organization continues to evolve while staying grounded in the people and communities it serves.

As Nationwide celebrates 100 years, we sit down with CEO Kirt Walker to talk about the company’s century-long history, its partnership with Ohio Farm Bureau and how the organization continues to evolve while staying grounded in the people and communities it serves.