Town Hall Ohio

Nov. 4 you will have the chance to cast your ballot for many state offices, including that of State Treasurer. Democrat - Rep. Connie Pillich, Republican - Treasurer, Josh Mandel, discuss various issues and explain why they are the best candidate for Treasurer. Length 39:20

We are only 4 months away from election day. On November 4th, we will chose a Governor, Treasurer, Secretary of State and Attorney General. We plan to chat with all statewide office candidates and we start today with candidates for Secretary of State. Guest: Jon Husted and Nina Turner. Length:39:20

Each year Farm Bureau host a Discussion Meet contest to help develop the next generation of leaders by testing their subject knowledge, problem solving abilities and communication skills.Three of this years finalist are in studio to share their insight into agriculture and society. Length 39:20

When you mark your ballot for a judicial candidate, how much do you know about them? Is this the best means of selecting judges? Ohio's Chief Justice, Maureen O'Connor, thinks there's a better way. Hear what she has to say. Guest: Justice O'Connor, Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF Length 39:20

Ohio has a bounty of natural resources and a bounty of home-grown foods. However, food production is having an impact on our water resources. The news the past few summers have stories on algae blooms. What role does agriculture play and what's being done to make things better? Length 39:20

Wilmington College's annual Food Symposium was held recently, and this year titled – Beyond Nutrition – Rethinking Our Relationship with Food. The keynote speaker was alternative farming guru Joel Salatin. Also a panel of local food leaders gave their thoughts on food and farming. Length: 39:20

According to Time magazine, White Castle Sliders has a major influence on America's food culture. It's time to talk food safety, business issues and farming practices. Guest Jamie Richardson, VP. White Caste, Jack Fisher, Ex. VP, OFBF Length 39:20

What does the law say about your land projects that impact someone else’s drainage, or about when theirs affects you? OFBF director of ag law and Joe Cornely discuss reasonable use” standards, petition ditch law and other drainage topics.

The city of Cleveland is home to a multitude of significant business and industries, the arts, professional sports teams and other big city features. It is also home to one of the nations largest contiguous urban farms. Ohio City Farm is the center of what many call a local food hub. Length 39:20

Some 60 percent of our energy comes from oil and natural gas. The industry that delivers that to us is diverse, accounting for about 8 percent of the total economy and nearly 9 million jobs and $85 million. Guest Rayoloa Doughter, American Petroleum Institute, Adam Sharp,OFBF. Length: 39:20

Clips from Supermarket Guru show.

Clips from Supermarket Guru show.

Clips from Supermarket Guru show.

Most of us are proud of our state, and we like it when others get the chance to see the things that makes Ohio a great place to live and work. But it's more than pride, it can also be a huge economic boost. Guest: Mary Cusick, Ohio Tourism office, Pat Petzel, Ohio Farm Bureau. Length: 39:20

To give farmers a chance to spend time on the big picture, OFBF hosts its annual Trend and Issues Conference. This year's speakers talk about high tech, social license for agriculture and the future of Ohio State University. Guests: Matt Bechdol, GeoSilos; Terry Fleck, CFI; Jack Fisher, OFBF.

Economic development is not only in urban areas. USDA Rural Development works on development in rural America. Guests: USDA Deputy Under Secretary Doug O'Brien, Ohio's Director of USDA Rural Development Tony Logan and OFBF's Yvonne Lesicko. Length 39:20

What's the next big thing in the grocery store? New foods? New experiences? The place we go to buy food and what we find there is undergoing dramatic change. It's time to get a grip on our groceries. Guest: Phil Lempert, The Supermarket Guru. Length 39:20

One factor most closely linked to our quality of life is our health. But how do we maintain it, and is it our job or our doctors job? What determines it; genetics, environment, or behavior? We talk healthcare with Dr. Steven Gabbe, OSU Medical Center, and Jack Fisher, Exec. VP, OFBF. Length: 39:20

Given the fact it hasn't stopped snowing since last November, we're not too anxious to think about next November but we need to. It's an election year and we have a panel of political reporters to give us a look ahead. Guest: Karen Kasler, Ohio Public Radio/TV, Jim Heath, WBNS, Marc Kovac, Dix News.

As listeners of the show you probably have an understanding of how the county Farm Bureaus are linked to Ohio Farm Bureau. Well, our state organization is linked to the American Farm Bureau Federation. AFBF Executive VP, Julie Anna Potts, and OFBF President, Steve Hirsch are our guest. Length 39:20