That's Agra Tastic Show

In this episode, Melinda Lee, Organization Director for the Central Ohio Farm Bureau of Union, Madison, Delaware and Franklin Counties provides a highly engaging overview of current happenings with the organization. Specific topics covered include: Membership, special events including "Ice Cream With A Farmer," "Member Appreciation Day @ The Columbus Clippers," "Benefit in The Barn," The Ohio Agriculture and Rural Communities Action Plan in 2024, The Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation, Support Avenues, Goals of Central Ohio Farm Bureau & more!

In this episode, Kara De Alvare, Marketing Director for the Holland, Michigan Farmers Market and Downtown Holland provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the reknown Holland Michigan Farmers Market.

Specific topics covered include: market history, The winter Farmers Market, The Spring & Summer Market Seasons, special market events, market participation methods including SNAP, market schedule, tips for customers, market diversity and special produce offerings, strategic market goals for the next few years and more!

In this episode, Jamie Hadji, Board Chair of The Ohio Farmers Market and member of multiple boards and related organization committees locally and nationally provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of The Ohio Farmers Market Network. Specific topics covered include: organization history, mission & core values/Membership types & benefits, 2024-26 Strategic Plan/ Annual Conference/scope of Ohio Farmers markets & their benefits & much more!

In this episode, Tara East, Executive Director of the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the Cheff Center.

Specific topics covered include: Mission/history/ horses /Instructor Training/Volunteers/scope of therapeutic horseback riding worldwide/ types of specialized programs provided and much more!

You'll want to catch this show!

In this episode, Tim Moffett, alias, "Tim The Dairy Farmer" presents a highly engaging and fun overview of the world of Ag Comedy and his over 22 years involvement.

Specific topics covered include: his Dairy Farm, start-up into Ag Comedy, biggest Wow moments, advice for aspiring Ag Comedians, some very special rewarding stories, scope of ag comedy and more!

You'll want to catch this fun episode!

In thi episode, a detailed and highly engaging update of the Award Winning Marysville Ohio FFA Chapter is provided by Chapter FFA Vice President Cooper Woodson and Student Advisor, Nathan Drumm.

Specific topics covered are reflection on past fall major activities including participation in the National Convention & Expo, Fall Career Development Experiences including Forestry, Parliamentary Procedure, Job Interview and a special "Greenhand Get Together, National FFA Week on Feb. 17-24, Spring Career Development Experiences including Dairy, Ag Sales, Spring Banquet, Member plans for summer & fall, community support of the Chapter & more!

This is an excellent primer on the outstanding year-round program of the Marysville, Ohio FFA Chapter!

In this episode, Fred Yoder, Ohio Ag Hall of Fame Famer and Co-Chair of The Solutions for the Land provides insightful and engaging information on several major United States Ag issues as a global perspective.

Specific topics covered include update on 2023 Farm Bill & its components, Farm Labor Issues, Climate change impacts, Land Acquistion by Foreign Governments of United States Farm Land,, International Ag Trade, Food Sustainability, Rising Farm Input Costs, a look at major factors for the next 3-5 years and the role of getting additional young people in farming.

This show will give you a great capsulized inside look at these critical ag issues that have major quality of life impacts.

In this episode, MolliLynn Petro, Rabbit Champion provides a highly engaging and informative overview of training rabbits and shares her numerous outstanding accomplishments both in this field and in other areas. (Cheerleading, Dance, Civil War Enactor, etc.)

Specific topic areas include start-up into rabbits, types of rabbits, rabbit stages, her other Ag adventures including being the 2022 Teen Miss Ag USA Queen, training of rabbits for hopping events, her future plans and much more!

You will want to catch this inspiring story!

In this episode, Reilly Wright, Director of Communications for The Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association and Jim Embry, Founder & Director of The Sustainable Communities Network and Conference Keynote Speaker provide a highly engaging preview of the upcoming OEFFA Conference scheduled for Feb. 15-17 at The Cherry Hill Hotel and Conference Center in Newark, Ohio.

Specific Topics covered include Farm to School Sessions, synopsis of the 60 other sessions, conference special events, registration, the Giant Expo, Jim's amazing story and his involvement in the conference. You''ll want to definitely catch this show!

This is a mini promotional piece all about "That's Agra-Tastic," which highlights the mission of the program , content and accessing shows.

In this episode, 2023 Ohio Junior Miss Agriculture USA Kayla Mullet and 2023 Florida Teen Miss Agriculture USA Isabella Seng share their exciting stories and involvement in the Miss Agriculture USA organization. Specific topics covered include: Kayla's life on a hobby farm with miniature donkeys, goats, rabbits, chickens, cats, guineafowl and an Austrian Shepherd named "Payton," Isabella's passion and outstanding work with miniature horses and Shetland Ponies, Miniature Horse Competiton, The American Miniature Horse Association and her President role, Involvement of both ladies in the Miss Agriculture USA organization.

These are extremely interesting stories that you'll want to check out!

In this episode, Melinda Lee, Organization Director for The Central Ohio Farm Bureau provides a highly engaging overview on major happenings in 2023 and looks ahead to 2024.

Specific topics covered include: Membership, "Benefit in The Barn," other county farm bureau events, The 2023 Farm Bureau and advocacy efforts, 2024 Discussion Meet, Annual Ohio Farm Bureau Meeting on 12/7 & 12/8, Young Ag Professionals Winter Conference Preliminary goals for '24 and more.

This is an excellent primer that will provide you with a very detailed description of the work of The Central Ohio Farm Bureau!

In this episode, Dawn Combs, Owner of Soda Farm provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of the evolution of the Farm.

Specific topics covered include: Farm Mission & layout, Healthy Remedy creations, Bees, Apprenticeship, Membership, December special holiday events (including some free educational activities), Plans for the year ahead and beyond, healthy soda creation and more.

You'll want to catch this show!

In this episode, President and CEO of the National Turkey Federation, Joel Brandenberger provides a highly engaging and informative overview on interesting " turkey happenings."

Specific topics covered include Fun Facts about turkeys, consumer turkey production myths, tips for cooking that "perfect bird," The White House Turkey Tradition, top accomplishments of the last year, Advocacy efforts and the 2023 Farm Bill, Membership, and more!

This is an outstanding episode that you will want to catch!

In this episode, Morgan Anderson, the newly elected Eastern US Vice President of FFA shares her exciting life journey into FFA and her new role.

Specific Topics covered include her home background, events, high school FFA experiences, state officer, and now Eastern US Vice President (role, goals, special projects, and much more)

Ava Pratt, our show intern does a great job on covering these areas and conducting the interview. You'll definitely want to catch this show!

In this episode, Megan Taylor, Family & Consumer Sciences, 4-H Youth Development Educator with the Ohio State University Extension in Union County, Ohio provides a highly engaging overview of the 4-H and Family Consumer Science Programs in Union County. Specific topics covered include membership scope, The Cloverbud Program, Teen Leadership, SPIN, "Active Parenting," Food Preservation and Healthy Choices, Money management, community volunteer support, enrollment period, plans for '24 and more!

This is a great primer on these outstanding programs that you'll want to hear about.

In this episode, Bill Carpenter of Deer Run Created provides an engaging overview of custom woodworking. Specific topics covered include start-up, woodworking tools, types and differences of wood, creation of charcuterie boards and other products, craft trends, and advice for those interested.

Very pleased to announce our new show intern, Ava Pratt from The University of Findlay.

In this interview, Ava shares interesting things about her background and engagement into the field of Ag.

She is going to be an excellent addition to the show at the present time. Be sure to check out this interview!

In this episode, Kristy Myer, Communications Manager with the National FFA provides a highly engaging and informative preview of the upcoming 96th Annual Convention & Expo scheduled for Nov. 1-4th in Indianapolis.

Specific topics covered include convention schedule, General Sessions, Delegate Sessions, Teacher Sessions, Proficiency Awards, Chapter Gold Star Awards, Premier Chapter Recognition, American Star Awards, American Degrees, National Day of Service, Entertainment, Keynote General Session Speakers, The Giant Convention Expo, The Shopping Mall, Ways to Follow the Convention online, Volunteer Support and more!

You'll want to catch this excellent primer on the Convention.

In this episode, Jenny Rhoads, Public Relations Chairperson of The 116th Circleville Ohio "Greatest Free Show On Earth Pumpkin Show and Giant Pumpkin Grower, Dawn Wagner of Circleville provide a highly engaging preview of the upcoming show scheduled for Oct. 17-21st. Specific topics covered include Show history, Giant Pumpkins and the special growing contest, parades, musical entertainment, parades, crafts, pumpkin treats, tips for attendees, kids' activities, 5K Walk/Run, "Eyes of Freedom Lima Company Special Exhibit, daily schedule and much more!

This is a great primer on this outstanding event that you will want to catch!

In this episode, The Marysville Ohio FFA Chapter is featured with President Libby Ramge, Treasurer Austin Bennett and Reporter Riley Karcher providing a highly engaging inside look at the Chapter during the fall months. Specific topics covered include: participation in the upcoming 96th Annual National Convention & Expo, Chapter state awards, "Top Ten in the nation Recognition," Member recruitment, Annual Citrus Project, various skill events like parliamentary procedure, Forestry, "Landscaping Olympics," and more.

This show is a great primer on the Marysville Ohio FFA Chapter current happenings.

In this episode, new Executive Director of the Farmers Market Coalition, Charisse McGill provides an outstanding and engaging overview of the work of The Farm Market Coalition and happenings of Farmers Markets. Specific Topics covered include mission, core values, advocacy efforts, membership, special farmers markets events including "National Farm Market Week, Capital Fly-in, future strategic plans, Coalition resources and much more!

This is an excellent primer on the Farmers Market Coalition and its year. Round efforts providing positive impacts in assisting the local farmers markets across the country in reaching new heights!

You will want to catch this effort!

In this highly engaging episode, 2023 National Elite Miss Agriculture Queen Brittany Ennis and 2023 National Miss Agriculture USA Queen Kayla Staffer share their stories and tell about their dynamic experiences in the Miss Agriculture USA Organization.

Their passion and commitment to agriculture, and to the organization come thru strongly during this show.

For more info on Miss Agriculture USA organization..MissAgUSA.org

In this episode, Scott Stump provides a highly engaging, informative and "behind the scenes" overview of major developments with the FFA organization.

Specific topics covered include Membership and inclusion, The 2022 Three Year Strategic Plan, A brief look at the 96th Annual Convention & Expo on Nov. 1-4th, The Work of The FFA Foundation, Alumni involvement, Ways to engage with local programs, and much more!

This is an excellent primer on the FFA that you will want to listen to!

In this episode, Hannah Sterns, Farmers Market Manager at Stowe Vermont provides a highly informative and engaging overview of the end of Summer and Fall market seasons at the Stowe market. Specific topics covered include: spotlight on diverse market vendors, tips for first time attendees, total market entertainment experience, market schedule, social media sites and more!

This is a great primer on the Stowe Vermont market that gives you essentials on this unique market.

In this episode, Joel Brandenberger, President and CEO of The National Turkey Federation provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the current outstanding work of The National Turkey Federation.

Specific topics covered include: Turkey consumption and production, turkey exporting, industry myths, major issues including Salmonella, farm labor, as well as the 2023 Farm Bill, organization membership, special promotions and events during the year across the country (July "National Grilling Month, June's "Turkey Lovers Month,") the Membership Sept Leadership Conference and Membership Turkey recipes, Animal care, The Annual White House Turkey program, organization social media and more!

This is a great, concise primer on The National Turkey Federation that you will want to catch on Spotify, Apple, Google and other platforms.

In this episode, FFA Washington Leadership Conference Facilitators Cass Valdez and Bel D'Acquisto provide an outstanding overview of the Premier 2023 FFA Washington Leadership Conference. Specific topics covered include: Conference background and history, mission, The 6 week program highlights, The Living To Serve Projects, program application process, and much more!

This is a great primer for info about this program that you will want to catch!

In this episode, Brett Tozer and daughters Madelyn and Joanna provide a detailed and engaging look at their Market Garden at the EOO Farm in Marysville, Ohio. Specific topics covered include: personal profiles, farm history, the growing process for root vegetables, herbs like basil and garlic, sweet corn, fall crops (pumpkins), advise for starting a family market garden and much more!

In this episode, Ann Weeks, Public Relations Chairperson provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of this summer's premier upcoming Miami Valley Steam Threshers Show scheduled for July 13-16 at Past Time Park in Plain City, Ohio. Specific Topics covered include: event history, a walk thru of the schedule, special events including "Family Fun Night," "The Grand parade," kids activities, Steam Exhibits, Model Tee Exhibit, Ohio Vintage Truck Collectors, General and special admission, "Dark Spark Show," Kiddie Tractor Pull, Truck and Track Pull, On-site camping and more!

In this episode, Virgil Strickler, General Manager of The Ohio Expo Center and The Ohio State Fair provides a highly engaging, fun-filled and wealth added preview of this summer's 168th Ohio State Fair scheduled for July 26-August 6th. Specific topics covered include: special fair participation activities, grandstand entertainment, free entertainment, youth activities including the "Sale of Champions," tips for attendees, ticket prices and discounts, fair food, fair daily hours, The Land and Living Exhibit, The Dairy Building and Butter Sculpture, The Natural Resource Park and much more!

This is A "Must Listen to" episode Primer on the Ohio State Fair that will give you a great overview.

In this episode, Mindy Williamson, Marketing Director, provides a highly engaging, fun and value-added inside overview of this summer's outstanding fair scheduled from August 10-20th.

Specific topics include: fair history, fair hours, featured grandstand entertainment, free entertainment, special participation activities, "Thrill Zone" and amusement rides, unique fair food, ticketing and discounts, best fair social media sites, tips for first year guests, kids activities, exhibits and much more!

This is "A Must Listen to" episode that shares a wealth of practical and interesting info on The Iowa State Fair. Enjoy!

In this episode, Andrea Akers, Associate Director of Operations for Foodwise of San Francisco and Lulu Meyer, Director of Operations provide an outstanding overview of the work of Foodwise in operating The World Renown Ferry Plaza Farmers Market and The Mission Community Farmers Market. Specific topics covered include: Organization Re-Brand, Markets Equity Program, 30th Year Anniversary Celebration of Ferry Plaza Farmers market, 3rd Annual Juneteenth on the Waterfront Event, Market "Pop-ups on the Plaza Series, Markets schedules, Seasonality, Customer Market Tips, Market Vendors, Overview of The Mission Community Market, and more!

This show is loaded with great info on these markets and is a must listen to episode!

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In this episode, Ashley Thompson of The Thompson Family Farm of Marysville, Ohio along with son Case and daughter Abby take us inside their farm operation. Specific topics covered include: farm history, their sheep operation, fun facts about sheep, a year cycle of raising sheep, growing hay, Case's new Enterprise of growing vegetables, Abby's Wildflower business and her Sunflower Garden, interesting things about sunflowers and other wildflowers.

This show will give you an excellent look at the daily operations of a small family farm. (160 acres)

In this episode, VIP Teresa Martens takes us inside the progressive, evolving Dewitt Iowa Farmers Market which just began its spring season on 5/18.

Specific topics covered include: market vendors variety, market success, community collaboration, special events and the total market experience,, the market seasons, market WOWS, new market manager and more!

This is a great primer that provides you with key details about this farmers market. You'll want to check it out!

In this episode, Madison Bliss, our show intern provides a detailed overview of her experiences as an Ag communications Intern with That's Agra-Tastic. Specific topics covered include: internship skills, advise for those interested in becoming an ag communications intern, rewards and more.

This is brief primer is a good intro for those intersted in any type of ag communications internship.

In this episode, Market manager Hannah Stearns provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the progressive Stowe Vermont Farmers Market which opens for the season on May 14th. Specific topics covered include market history, market collaboration, types of vendors, market schedule, special events, market assistance program, the market season offerings and much more!

You will want to catch this show!

In this episode, Judy & Russ Dam of Ohio's Best Dam Alpaca Farm provide a highly engaging and detailed overview of raising alpacas. Specific topics covered include: interesting facts about Alpacas, physical characteristics, types, the use of their Fiber, products, scope of the industry, feed, health, lifespan, challenges, Alpaca communication, tips for folks interested in raising Alpacas, product marketing, and much more!

This is a great primer that you will want to listen to!

In this episode, Kathy Custer, Manager of The Union County Ohio Farmers Market provides a highly detailed and inside preview of the upcoming Union County Ohio Farmers Market which commences on May 20th and runs thru the first week of October. Specific topics covered include: market season offerings, new vendors, market special events including "Flash to the Past Farm and Work Trucks" exhibit, National Farmers Market week, Summer season market, fall market ,

Customer market support programs including SNAP, Wick, childrens activities and much more!

You'll want to listen to this show to get primed on what to expect at this market!

In this episode, Dr. Andrea Arbuckle and 2023 Kansas Junior Miss Agriculture USA Emma Arbuckle provide an in depth and highly engaging overview of their individual life profiles and participation in the Miss Agriculture USA organization. Specific topics covered include: history of their Grenola, Kansas Farm, farm operation, educational backgrounds, community activities including involvement in 4-H and FFA, meaningful participation in the Miss Agriculture USA Program, ag messaging platforms, and much more!

Be sure to check this show out!

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In this episode, Joe Bliss of The Bliss Family Farm provides a highly engaging overview of the Bliss Farm. Specific topics include the following: farm history, farm transition from Dairy, Beef Heifers, their extensive Honey Bee Operation and much more!

Be sure to check this out!

In this episode, Executive Director Ben Feldman provides a highly detailed informative overview of the work of the Farmers Market Coalition across the country.

Specific topics include: organization history, mission, service provisions, challenges facing farmers markets, implications of the 2023 Farm Bill and Farmers markets, The organization 5 Year Strat plan, National Farm Market Week, Partnership with the USDA marketing dept. on establishing farm markets at land grant universities, organization membership and its strategies of offering value-added support ,market inclusiveness and Development of An Anti Racism Tool Kit for markets, Professionalism of markets, working with Farm Market Managers and Operators, and more.

This show will provide a clear picture of the outstanding work of the Farmers Market Coalition across the country. Be sure to check it out!

In this episode, Kristy Myer, Communication Manager, Marketing & Communication Services FFA and Melanie Bernds, Vice President-Public Relations Director at RaboAgriFinance provide an utra detailed and engaging overview of the field of Ag Communications in the non-profit and corporate sectors.  Specific topics covered include: College Prep, Ag Communications critical skills, important interpersonal skills, special advice to individuals considering the field, future trends in ag communication and more!

This is a "must listen" episode that really gives clear, practical advice and is loaded with value-added recommendations!

In this episode, Tim Schact of the Ohio Till Farmstead provides a highly engaging overview of his farm operation. Specific topics covered include:  farm history, evolution into organic farming, Popcorn operation, market operation, resources, crops and more!

You'll want to hear the story of this innovative new farm operation!

In this episode, Dr Dave Smith, Owner/Operator of Fresh Water Farms of Urbana, Ohio provides a highly engaging and informative overview of The Fresh Water Farms and the state of the industry in Ohio. Specific topics covered include:  farm history, layout, raising of fish species including Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch and many more types, The popular Fish & Shrimp  Festival,  Retail operation,  scope of Aquaculture in Ohio, The mission and work of the Ohio Aquaculture association, the future of the industry and much more.

You'll want to hear this episode and discover the innovation of the largest  fresh water farm in Ohio!

In this episode, Tabitha Rogers, 2022 National Elite Ms. Agriculture, Macie Rogers, 2022 National Runner-up Junior Miss Agriculture and Brooke Anna, 2022Pennsylvania Runner Up Petite Miss Agriculture share their highly engaging stories and the impact of the outstanding Miss Agriculture USA Program on their lives.

Be sure to catch this!

For additional info on this program, you can also check out their website..www.missagricultureusa.org

In this episode, Union County Ohio Fair Manager and Secretary of the Union County Agricultural Society provides a detailed and highly engaging  overview of the continuing evolution of the Union County Fairgrounds.  Specific topics covered include:  history, review of 2022 activity, major events for '23, organizational goals, community partnerships, community event facility and much more!

Be sure to check this out!

In this episode, Mike Schnell, Fair Manager of The Union County Ohio Fair and Secretary of The Union County Ag Society provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the continuing evolution of  the  progressive Union County Fair and its grounds into more of a total Year-round hub of ag and educational activity.

Specific topics covered include: Fair history, evolution of fairs in the United States,  a detailed review of the last year of the Union County Fairgrounds events, 

2023 plans and special events,  organizational goals beyond '23, community partnerships and much more!

You'll want to catch this overview!

In this episode, Brian and Connie Skinner of Hardscrabble Farms of Delaware  County, Ohio  provide a detailed  and engaging overview of winter on their farm.

Specific topics  covered  include:  Jan, Feb. and March major farm projects, winter professional development, priority planning goals, equipment inventory, seed ordering, community ag messaging, special winter moments, goals for '23 and more!  

This show provides a great capsulized look at winter farm operations.

In this episode, The upcoming Feb. 16-18th  44th Annual Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Conference & Expo is spotlighted with special guest, Reilly Wright, Communications Director.  Specific topics covered include:  conference history, conference location, conference schedule, Farm and Land  School,  Heartland Farm Link  Mixer . The Expo, Book Resource Area, Kids mini conference, special keynotes   registration, organization social media.

This is an excellent preview that provides essential info on this outstanding event which is one of the top Sustainable and Organic Ag Conferences in the country.

You'll want to explore!

In this episode, Market Manager Hannah Stearns provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of the 2022 Burlington Vermont Farmers Market.

Topics covered include the spring, summer, fall and winter markets, market planning cycles,  consumer market tips, recommendations for start-ups, resources and more.

This show provides a fun and engaging capsulized look at farmers markets and has an added focus on winter ones.