Best FSR Energy Podcasts (2025)

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Finding Income Off the Farm 25:00

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3d ago25:00

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With the downturn in the farm economy, many farmers are looking for new opportunities for off-farm income. Agribusinesses such as Nationwide are seeking these individuals, who bring industry knowledge and experience gained from their work on the farm, to join their teams. On this episode of the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, we continue our series on ex…

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CAPABLE: The role of national unions in the Just Transition - Episode 4 14:47

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This is the fourth episode of a series focused on the findings of the Horizon Europe project CAPABLE (ClimAte Policy AcceptaBiLity Economic framework). The aim of this podcast series is to provide an overview of the CAPABLE project and draw attention to some particularly relevant findings. In this fourth episode, we explore how focusing on workers …

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Guiding Principles of a Succession Plan 15:04

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No two succession plans look the same, but there are some guiding principles that can be used to make them all successful. Find out what some of the priciples are and how they are being used by Wright and Moore on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.By Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

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#7 The Global South implications of EU ESG policy and how to make it more just with Mira Tiwari 32:29

15d ago32:29

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In this episode of the FSR Policy Briefcase (Season 2, Episode 7), hosts Leonardo Meeus and James Kneebone speak with Mira Tiwari from the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies about how the EU’s evolving approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) policies is impacting value chains in the Global South.Mira breaks down what “Global …

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The State of Ag Credit and an FSR Preview 20:23

18d ago20:23

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When it comes to the economics of agriculture, we talk a lot about market prices, input costs, land values and cash rent rates, but what is the state of Ag Credit, an organization that serve 18 counties in Northern Ohio? Find out on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, get a preview of this year's Farm Science Review.…

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CAPABLE: Citizens' preference on climate policies: insights from a large-scale survey - Episode 3 16:46

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This is the third episode of a series focused on the findings of the Horizon Europe project CAPABLE (ClimAte Policy AcceptaBiLity Economic framework). The aim of this podcast series is to provide an overview of the CAPABLE project and draw attention to some particularly relevant findings. In this third episode, we dive into a fascinating survey car…

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More Healthcare Options for Agribusinesses and Families 23:55

24d ago23:55

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If you are a farmer or small business in the agricultural sector, you need health coverage options that fit your unique needs and budget. That’s why the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation has taken action to help save on healthcare expenses. The Ohio Farm Bureau Health Benefits Plan can offer rate stability and potential savings for Ohio farmers and small…

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Ensuring Energy Flow and Insuring Livestock Operations 18:44

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The hot summer months can put a strain on our energy system, especially when everyone cranks their A/C for a little bit of relief from sweltering temps. This has been an active summer season for energy load control and a busy “peak alert” season. What are peak alerts, when do they happen and why do they matter? We visit with the CEO of Ohio's Elect…

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Preparing Farmers for Harvest and Beyond 17:34

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As the 2025 growing season winds down, farmers are paying attention to the markets, weather and policies in Ohio and Washington that will directly impact their farms and their families. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, hear what experts in all of those areas told farmers at a recent Ohio Soybean Hometown Tour stop.…

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A Big Beautiful Win for Family Farms and Teaching Future Advocates 21:37

2M ago21:37

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The burden of estate taxes on family farms has been eased by permanently increasing the federal exemption, allowing more farmers to pass their agricultural legacy on to future generations without facing significant tax liabilities. Learn more about the positive implications this has for farm families on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, at Ohio …

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2025 Ohio Farm Bureau Premier Farmer Field Day 8:03

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The second annual Wyandot County Premier Farmer Field Day, held in early August, featured planter demonstrations from local dealers, precision agriculture, local agribusinesses and details about valuable resources for farm families involved with Ohio Farm Bureau. Get a recap of this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast Special.…

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A Health Benefits Plan for AgriBusinesses 10:40

2M ago10:40

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There are over 600 agricultural businesses throughout the state seeing real benefits through The Ohio Farm Bureau Health Benefits Plan, which offers potential savings for Ohio farmers and small businesses with 1-50 employees. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast we welcome the top broker in the state for this particular plan to share why members are ex…

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Ep 9 | Decarbonising the non-ferrous metals industry with Adina Georgescu 20:08

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What will it take to decarbonise Europe’s non-ferrous metals industry? Adina Georgescu (Eurometaux) joins us to talk about the sector’s progress, challenges ahead, and the policy tools needed for a competitive, low-carbon future. Recorded at the EUI Climate Week in May 2025, as part of the LIFE COASE project.…

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Sealing the Road to More Ohio Soybean Demand 11:59

2M ago11:59

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What do leather polish, elevator lubricant, roof protectant, chain saw oil, fire suppressant, tofu and biodiesel have in common? They can all be made using Ohio soybeans thanks to the research being done by the Ohio Soybean Council. Now, you can add asphalt sealant to that list. Find out how a new product is being used by local governments to make …

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Navigating Farm Data and Rural Roads Safely 23:48

2M ago23:48

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Modern agriculture is now powered by more than just machinery; it’s driven by data. And that data, collected through precision farming tools, has real value. Find out more about the use of data in today's agriculture from Ohio State's College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, results of a recen…

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Financially Mentoring Young Farmers 17:17

2M ago17:17

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Farm Credit Mid-America’s Growing Forward™ program for young, beginning and small farmers provides this important segment of customers with access to sound and constructive credit through individualized programs and products. Learn more about it on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, among a myriad of items included in the new state budget for Ohi…

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The Future of America's Food System 27:35

3M ago27:35

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As many Ohio farmers endure a third year of pressure on net farm income, a lack of market clarity, and increased commodity competition globally, what priority sustainability initiatives and programs should farmers have in their business plan? Find out coming up on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast.By Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

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#6 What's next for carbon markets? with Simone Borghesi 30:12

3M ago30:12

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#6 What's next for carbon markets? with Simone Borghesi by Florence School of RegulationBy Florence School of Regulation

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The State Budget and Ohio Agriculture 8:11

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After months of grassroots policy work by Ohio Farm Bureau members and countless trips to the Statehouse by the organization’s members and state staff, Ohio agriculture faired well in the 2025-2026 state budget. Find out what is in (and not in) the over 3,000 page, $60 billion budget that will have implications, both good and not-so-good, for farme…

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Keeping Soy Strong in Korea and Livestock Risk Management 25:21

3M ago25:21

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Ohio soybeans are a significant export to South Korea, particularly for food-grade and non-GMO varieties used in products like tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce. Ohio farmers and the Ohio Soybean Council actively engage with Korean buyers to promote and strengthen trade relationships. Hear about the highlights of a recent trade mission on this Ohio Far…

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CAPABLE: The ten commandments of effective climate policy – Episode 2 13:37

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This is the second episode of a series focused on the findings of the Horizon Europe project CAPABLE (ClimAte Policy AcceptaBiLity Economic framework). The aim of this podcast series is to provide an overview of the CAPABLE project and draw attention to some particularly relevant findings.In this second episode we host Jeroen van den Bergh, full pr…

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Pencilling Out Succession Plans and Off Farm Careers 27:54

3M ago27:54

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Does your succession plan pencil out financially? Building a bridge between an attourney and a lender is key to having a viable answer to that question. Learn more coming up. Plus, working off the farm has become somewhat common in Ohio agriculture. In fact, nearly half of Ohio producers spend the majority of their year working a job away from the …

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Keeping Agriculture Workers Safe 8:11

3M ago8:11

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June is National Safety Month, an ideal time for employers and workers in the agriculture industry to refocus on elevating safety measures. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, learn about a new program from Nationwide to help employers identify and close potential gaps in their worker safety plans.By Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

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#5 Don't call them trains! Tendering Railway Services with Juan Montero 33:00

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In this episode of the FSR Policy Briefcase (Season 2, Episode 5), hosts Leonardo Meeus and James Kneebone sit down with the Director of the FSR Transport area, Juan Montero. The group explore how and why contracts for railway services are tendered in the EU, which parts of the network are profitable, which require subsidies, and how various Member…

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Ep 8 | Environmental integrity in the Voluntary Carbon Market with Lorna Ritchie 7:03

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In this episode we speak to Lorna Ritchie, Director of Public Affairs for the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM). We discuss the work of ICVCM and how new developments, such as the operationalization of the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism, will affect the Voluntary Carbon Market. The interview was led by Lea Heinrich, Pro…

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Racing to County Fairs and a Federal Policy Update 25:03

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The 2025 County Fair season is almost underway and that means livestock shows, deep fried food and plenty of harness racing action. Get an update on what to expect at the county fair tracks this year from the Ohio Harness Horsemen's Association. Plus, there are quite a few items that Ohio Farm Bureau is keeping an eye on when it comes to policies b…

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Ohio State's eFields and BWC Summer Farm Safety 33:20

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Digital agriculture is transforming farm management thanks to the work of Ohio State’s College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences’ on-farm research program, eFields. Learn how on this Ohio Farm Bureau Pocast. Plus, summer brings dangerous working conditions for farmers. Get some very helpful tips from Ohio's Bureau's of Workers' Compe…

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Unleashing Ohio Energy 15:17

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Unleashing American energy has been part of President Trump’s first 100 days in office and Ohio’s Electric Cooperative representatives were on hand last month as the President signed some executive orders to solidify those efforts. Hear from their CEO Craig Grooms about what these changes mean for the state's electric grid on this Ohio Farm Bureau …

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#4 Modernising European transport networks with Elodie Petrozziello 19:43

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In this episode of the FSR Policy Briefcase (Season 2, Episode 4), hosts Leonardo Meeus and James Kneebone sit down with FSR Research Associate Elodie Petrozziello to explore how European transport networks are evolving and why urban nodes are key to their successful modernisation. Drawing from Elodie's recent Policy Brief, the discussion covers th…

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Getting the Farm Weather-Ready and a State Policy Update 18:29

4M ago18:29

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In a recent survey conducted by Nationwide, it was revealed that a staggering 65% of farmers do not have a plan to manage or mitigate risks, including severe weather. Learn about the growing complexities of farming risks, as well as how to assess your farm's storm preparedness on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, there is a lot happening on the …

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The Future of Food Manufacturing and Building a Veterinary Workforce 39:12

5M ago39:12

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The food and beverage industry is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements, workforce challenges, changing consumer preferences and new regulatory requirements. What challenges and opportunities do these shifts pose for Ohio farmers? We find out on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast from Rebecca Singer, president and CEO of CIFT. Plus, Ohi…

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When to Transition Assets to the Next Generation 15:49

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The transfer of assets is often talked about when it comes to creating a succession plan, but the trasfer of knowledge is equally as important. Get experts tips on successful succession plans and the timing for moving assets to the next generation from Wright and Moore on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, we talk a lot about CAUV as a farmland p…

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Research for a Changing Food System 30:21

5M ago30:21

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s recent decision to ban Red No. 3 may leave some food manufacturers searching for safer alternatives. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, learn about groundbreaking research from The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) offers a promising solution. Plus, if you …

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#3 The case for CCUS in EU industrial decarbonisation with Christopher Jones 56:11

5M ago56:11

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#3 The case for CCUS in EU industrial decarbonisation with Christopher Jones by Florence School of RegulationBy Florence School of Regulation

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Creating Ag Interest in the Classroom 17:19

6M ago17:19

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Growing Ohio’s next generation of leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs is the purpose of GrowNextGen, a program sponsored by the Ohio Soybean Council. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, find out all about the program that provides free, STEM resources for Ohio teachers to engage and educate their students through the science of agriculture. Plus, …

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#2 TEN-E vs Draghi - Do we need a new framework for EU energy networks? with Catharina Sikow-Magny 37:38

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The 'FSR Policy Briefcase' Season 2 episode 2 covers "TEN-E", the EU policy for planning and building cross-border energy networks, in light of the Draghi reports recommendations. In particular, it explores the TEN-E's past achievements, its current role, and potential areas for improvement. For this episode, hosts Leonardo Meeus and Emma Menegatti…

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CAPABLE: How acceptability will shape the future of climate policy - Episode 1 7:12

6M ago7:12

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This is the first episode of a series focused on the findings of the Horizon Europe project CAPABLE (ClimAte Policy AcceptaBiLity Economic framework). The aim of this podcast series is to provide an overview of the CAPABLE project and draw attention to some particularly relevant findings. In this first episode, we want to give a general overview of…

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Farm Finance Trends with Ag Credit 9:01

6M ago9:01

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Without a doubt, lower commodity prices have impacted trends in farm finances. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, get an update on challenges borrowers are facing in 2025 from experts at Ag Credit and find out how the current state of agriculture is affecting the organization.By Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

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Tariffs and Ag Trade 10:06

6M ago10:06

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Trade is a hot topic with a lot of uncertainty. Trade policy decisions being made in Washington will impact partners around the globe and U.S. farmers directly. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, learn about a Market Intel report from American Farm Bureau that explores different topics related to agricultural trade, including the potential impacts o…

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From the U.S. Congress to Safety Congress 14:28

6M ago14:28

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From the farm bill to tariffs and farmland preservation to taxes, there wasn't a lack of topics for county Farm Bureau Presidents from across Ohio to talk about on this year's trip to the Nation's Capital. Get a full recap of their trek to D.C. on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, the 2025 Ohio Safety Congress & Expo runs April 16-18 at the Grea…

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Advice for Off Farm Careers and Retirement 19:13

7M ago19:13

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With the downturn in the farm economy, many farmers are looking for new opportunities for off-farm income. Agribusinesses such as Nationwide are seeking these types of individuals, who bring industry knowledge and experience gained from their work on the farm, to add to their teams. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, we kick off a series that will e…

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2025 Priority Issues And Possible Tax Law Changes 28:57

7M ago28:57

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With a nearly 30% decline in net farm income over the past 2 years, the agriculture sector continues to face a volatile economy. Add to that the stresses of an outdated farm bill, trade disputes and the questionable outlook for estate tax laws and the uncertainties abound for farmers. Meanwhile, development pressures from many different sources thr…

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Finding New Soy Markets and an Ohio Pork Update 27:16

7M ago27:16

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More than 50% of Ohio’s soybean crop is exported each year, making soybeans Ohio’s largest agricultural export. Finding more places to send Ohio-grown soybeans is one of the missions of the Ohio Soybean Council and some Ohio soy representatives just returned from a trip to a country that could offer a great opportunity for soybean farmers – Ghana. …

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Creating More Health Care Options For Farmers 11:23

7M ago11:23

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Agriculture is a labor-intensive and stressful environment and Ohio Farm Bureau is working on a solution to close the gap in the healthcare coverage and overall well-being of Ohio Farm Bureau members who go without coverage due to the lack of affordable options. Ohio Farm Bureau is seeking a way to offer members access to a more affordable healthca…

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The Ohio Produce Growers and Marketers Association 13:46

7M ago13:46

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From apples to peaches and asparagus zucchini, Ohio offers quite a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown across the state. Meet some grower leaders from the Ohio Produce Growers and Marketers Association on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast to get an industry update.By Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

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#1 Making Capacity Markets Work with Emma Menegatti 33:13

7M ago33:13

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Making Capacity Markets Work for Energy Security and Market EfficiencyIn the first episode of the FSR Policy Briefcase - Season 2, hosts Leonardo Meeus and James Kneebone are joined by Emma Menegatti (FSR) to explore how capacity markets in the European electricity sector can be streamlined for better security of supply and market efficiency. Build…

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Leading The Way At OABA 16:28

7M ago16:28

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There is new leadership at the Ohio Agribusiness Association. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, get to know the new President and CEO, Melinda Witten, as she discusses her vision for the organization and some of the goals she looks to achieve in 2025 and beyond.By Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast

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Soy's Mad Scientist and an AFBF Recap 27:53

8M ago27:53

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When we think about uses for soybeans, many point to livestock feed, biofuels or even tofu. Truth is, the list is quite extensive and is getting even longer thanks to the work being done in a Delaware, Ohio lab. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, learn about the latest experiments being conducted at the Airable Lab, with the support of the Ohio Soyb…

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Estate Tax And Farm Income Outlooks 14:36

8M ago14:36

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Farmers face unpredictable challenges from changing weather to fluctuating markets. Expiring tax laws may add to their uncertainty later this year. In fact, if the tax cuts expire, farmers will face more than a $9-billion tax increase between income taxes and estate taxes. On this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, we visit with experts from Wright and Moor…

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Major Farm Bureau Wins To Wrap Up 2024 17:52

8M ago17:52

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There were some major policy wins for agriculture at the Federal and state levels as 2024 came to a close. Find out how Farm Bureau members helped to push through a farm bill extension and disaster assistance on this Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast. Plus, more Ohio fire departments will be receiving life saving equipment for grain entrapments from Nationw…