Buzzworthy Business
Do you enjoy fruits, vegetables, and nuts, along with a variety of options at your grocery store? If so, you can thank a special kind of pollinator, the honeybee, for diversifying America’s dinner plates. Honeybees are essential to maintaining food...
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Episode 77 - Building a Strong Farm Brand with Stacie McCracken
In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Libby Wixtead welcomes back Stacie McCracken, owner of McCracken, an agricultural marketing agency based in Ohio. The discussion centers around the importance of branding and marketing for farm businesses. Stacie explains that branding goes beyond just visual identity, encompassing mission, vision, strategy, goals and customer experience.View Details -
Episode 109: Inside Ohio's Dairy Industry with Scott Higgins
As we celebrate the start of National Ice Cream Month, host Phil Young sits down with Scott Higgins, CEO of the Ohio Dairy Producers Association. Together, they discuss the state of dairy production in Ohio, key industry trends and the vital role dairy farmers play in feeding communities and supporting the agricultural economy.View Details -
Benefits of Using a Local Lender
Securing financing is one of the most essential tasks when you begin your home-buying journey. Searching online you will find numerous lenders, and that can get overwhelming. If you are looking for personalized support and service that caters to your individual needs, selecting a local lender is the direction you need to head. Here are four reasons why you should work with a local lender.View Details -
Episode 81- Navigating Transitions and Building Community with Jolene Brown
In this episode of AgCredit Said It, host Matt Adams sits down with the dynamic Jolene Brown at the 2025 Emerge experience for Ag Credit. Jolene, an Iowa farm girl turned professional speaker, shares her invaluable insights on farm finance, transition planning and the importance of community in agriculture.View Details -
Episode 91 - Unpacking the One Big Beautiful Bill with Steve Hamilton
Libby here today and we will be digging into policy that was passed earlier this summer, which was the one big beautiful bill. Today I'm lucky to have Steve Hamilton with me from Nationwide to walk us through why this bill is important to you. Welcome Steve.View Details -
Tips for Successful Grant Writing
The process of applying for a grant can seem overwhelming. You likely have many questions you need answers to before beginning the application process.View Details
Upcoming Events
Throughout the year and across the country, your local Farm Credit association hosts in-person and virtual events designed to help you start, manage and grow your farming operation. Browse through the AgBizInfo events to find the right event for you!
2026 Midwest Regional Dairy Challenge
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This program consists of one national and four regional events attended by college students with a strong interest in the dairy industry. They compete by creating a farm management plan for a dairy...
