Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

Gripp is a new Ohio Farm Bureau member benefit designed to help farmers better manage their equipment, maintenance and records. On this episode of the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, Tracey Wiedmeyer of Gripp joins to discuss how the technology works, the challenges it helps farmers address and how members can take advantage of this new benefit.

From changing temperatures to varying rainfall across the state, Ohio farmers have experienced a wide range of weather conditions throughout the 2026 growing season. Aaron Wilson, Ohio's state climatologist, joins the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast to discuss this year's weather patterns, how conditions are affecting harvest and what farmers can expect heading into winter.

From barn fires to severe weather, property damage can create costly challenges for farm families. Laramie Sandquist of Nationwide Agribusiness joins to discuss common property risks, practical steps farmers can take to prevent losses and new resources available to help protect their businesses.

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.