Kernels with Ohio Corn & Wheat

Episode 126 - Data Center Debate

In this episode of Kernels, we take a closer look at data center development and the difficult questions it raises for Ohio farmers and rural communities. Jack Irvin of t

Kernels Episode 125 - 2026 Voter Guide Preview

The November election is just around the corner, and Ohio farmers have a lot at stake. From the Farm Bill and biofuels to fair trade and fertilizer costs, Ohio Corn & Whe

Episode 124 - Planning for the future of your farm

Having a plan for a farm's future is the most important decision a family can make. In this edition of Kernels, Tadd Nicholson and OSU Extension's Dave Marrison tackle th

Episode 123 - Harvest Weather Preview

Harvest will soon be getting underway across Ohio. What can we expect next when it comes to the weather, and what could the weather mean for disease pressure in the weeks

Episode 122 - The Future of Ethanol

The next big opportunity for ethanol can't be found on the road but on the open seas. OCW explores how maritime fuel could unlock tremendous growth in corn demand. And, F

Episode 121 - Rep. Mike Carey D.C. Policy Update

Ohio Corn & Wheat goes one-on-one with Rep. Mike Carey to get answers about important policy issues like E15, the farm bill, and if Congress needs to do more to regulate

Episode 120 - Fertilizer Investigation Special

Ohio Corn & Wheat is putting the focus on the farm, examining the ongoing issues that skyrocketing fertilizer prices are having on farm operations in Ohio and across the

Episode 119 - On the Road at Small Grains Field Day

Kernels is on the road from the Small Grains Field Day in South Charleston, Ohio. Tadd Nicholson sits down with Grant Gardner, Ph.D., from the University of Kentucky, to

Kernels Show 118 - The Vote for E15

The vote for E15 passed in the U.S. House of Representatives, but the road to year-round E15 still has a bumpy ride to the finish line. In this edition of Kernels, Tadd N

Kernels Show 117 - Fertilizer Cost Concerns

There's a lot of talk about fertilizer costs, and for good reason, but many farmers are wondering what next year will look like. In this edition of Kernels, Tadd Nichol

Kernels Extra - The Vote for E15

The long-awaited vote for E15 may finally take place on May 13, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Ahead of the vote, Ohio Corn & Wheat Executive Director Tadd Nicholson sat dow

Episode 116 - U.S. Trade Relations

Over the past year, trade has felt like a roller coaster ride from where we sit in Ohio. We've seen tariffs come and go, new deals announced, and some say that relationsh

Episode 115 - OCWGA on the ground in D.C.

In this special edition of Kernels, the OCWGA is on the ground in Washington, D.C., advocating for Ohio farmers on issues like E15, the Farm Bill, and the renewal of the

Episode 114 - Wheat tips you can take to the field

Wheat can be one of the most profitable crops in the rotation, but only if you make a few key decisions in the fall and a few more in the spring. Tadd Nicholson sits down

Episode 113 - Combatting Fertilizer Cost

Fertilizer isn't optional; you can't grow a crop without it. So when the price skyrockets, it can catch your attention. In this edition of Kernels, Tadd Nicholson goes in

Episode 112 - The Future of USMCA

Farmers know: reliable trade partners matter. Canada and Mexico are two of our best grain buyers, and that didn't happen by accident. It's because of a trade agreement si

Kernels Episode 112 - Ohio Property Tax Debate

In this edition of Kernels, Tadd Nicholson sits down with State Representative Dave Thomas to get answers about the debate surrounding property taxes in Ohio. Discover wh

Kernels Episode 111 - Meet NAWGs New CEO

Ohio Corn & Wheat goes in-depth with NAWG's new CEO Sam Kieffer. And members of the Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association discover a how new exclusive discount that could

Ep 110: Kernels 2025 Highlights

2025 was an exciting year on Kernels. In this episode, we walk through 3 of our favorite conversations.  We spoke with Director Brian Baldridge at Ohio Department of Ag

Ep 109: Understanding The Ohio Farm Bureau Health Plan

When you're planning this winter, health care costs should be just as important as your fertilizer or other input costs. With the farm economy in the state it's in and he