Ohio's Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net

Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net are part of Ag Net Communications, LLC. This organization aims to equip the farming community in Ohio with essential information to enhance their profitability while also ensuring a fun and engaging experience through various formats, including print, radio, and online media. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Ag Net Communications, LLC is owned by the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, which acquired Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net from the Johnson family in 2020. The company was originally established in 1972 by Ed Johnson, who was a pioneer in agricultural communication, starting with daily radio reports for the ABN Radio Network and a weekly television program called Agri Country.

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Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net welcome Allison Kinney as summer intern

1 day ago | ocj.com | Brianna Smith

Buckeye Briefs, Country Life, Top Headlines Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net are pleased to welcome Allison Kinney of Logan County as the 2025 summer intern. Kinney hails from the Indian Lake area and is currently a student at The Ohio State University, where she is majoring in agricultural communication with a minor in agronomy.
New study shows clean fuels industry contributes $42.4 billion to U.S. economy

4 days ago | ocj.com | Brianna Smith

A new study commissioned by Clean Fuels Alliance America shows the U.S. biomass-based diesel industry generated $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, supported 107,400 jobs and paid $6 billion in annual wages. The study, “Economic Impact of Biodiesel on the U.S. Economy 2024,” was conducted by GlobalData using actual 2024 data, including 5 billion gallons of domestic production.
Soybean oil and its benefits

4 days ago | ocj.com | Brianna Smith

By Dusty Sonnenberg, CCA, Field Leader, a project of the Ohio Soybean Council and Soybean Checkoff and the Soy Nutrition Institute Global staffIn recent years, soy oil from the soybean crushing process has gained economic value as the renewable fuels industry has grown. However, even before that growth, soybean oil presented tremendous benefits for livestock and humans alike.
A Full-Circle Moment

1 week ago | ocj.com | Brianna Smith

By Brianna SmithFirst, thank you for the kind notes of congratulations and well wishes as I begin my new role as editor of Ohio’s Country Journal. It is truly an honor to serve the agricultural community in this capacity and continue the legacy of this publication. I’ve already enjoyed my first few weeks immensely!At the heart of it all, I believe agriculture is about people, and that stories have the power to connect, inspire, and preserve the values we hold dear.
United States reaches a trade agreement with the UK

1 week ago | ocj.com | Brianna Smith

Breaking News, Market Analysis, Top Headlines By Brianna SmithOn May 8, President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new trade deal between the United States and the United Kingdom. According to the White House fact sheet, the deal will significantly expand U.S. market access into the U.K., creating a $5 billion opportunity for new exports for U.S. farmers, ranchers, and producers.
4-H Camp Conger Celebrates 100 Years

1 week ago | ocj.com | Brianna Smith

By Brianna SmithFor many, 4-H camp isn’t just a summer activity; it’s a place where childhood memories are made, friendships are formed, and life lessons are learned. For generations of Huron County youth, Camp Conger in North Fairfield, OH, has been the backdrop for countless unforgettable summer experiences. As Camp Conger nears its 100th anniversary in 2025, it’s a moment to reflect on the camp’s history and lasting impact on 4-H members.
How the export delivery process works

1 week ago | ocj.com | Jon Scheve

Market Analysis, Top Headlines By Jon ScheveI have received requests for an explanation of the corn futures delivery process. So, I contacted my good friend Joe Rich of O’Bryan Commodities to help me summarize this complex process. The delivery process is a big driver of the spreads between futures month contracts. It also determines how much carry is needed in the market or if supply is limited and warrants an inverse to pull the grain out of storage.
Boat inspections are highly recommended

1 week ago | ocj.com | Dan Armitage

By Dan ArmitageOne of the first things I do to start each boating season is to get a sanctioned safety inspection and the sticker awarded to boaters who pass. By displaying that sticker on my boat, I avoid being pulled over for random inspections for the balance of the boating season. I don’t have anything to hide; it’s just that doing so helps keep me from being interrupted while fishing, cruising, or relaxing.
Ohio Ag Weather and Forecast, May 6, 2025

1 week ago | ocj.com | Ryan Martin

May 5, 2025 — A damp start to the week in Ohio. We have had a large area of low pressure get cut off from the steering winds of the Jetstream. Because of that, we are dealing with a very slow moving low, tracking gradually eastward across Ohio and into PA to start the week…
Episode 56, Keith Dennis, Rolling Hills Co.

2 weeks ago | ocj.com | Dusty Sonnenberg |Soybean Check-off

Crops, Ohio Field Leader, Ohio Field Leader - Podcast, Top Headlines By Dusty Sonnenberg, CCA, Field Leader, a project of the Ohio Soybean Council and Soybean Check-offThere is more than the topography that is “rolling” at Rolling Fields Company in Perry County. When Keith Dennis and his wife Jane purchased the farm in 1976, this rolling farm ground had water rolling any time it received heavy rains, cutting deep gullies. Erosion was a huge concern.