Podcast
Old Line Farmer Radio
Welcome to Old Line Farmer Radio, a Maryland Farm Bureau production.
On this show we will discuss the latest happenings in Maryland agriculture, commodity prices across the state, and keep you apprised on important policy discussions that affect farmers' bottom lines.
Plus we’ll speak with the stakeholders, policymakers, and producers that make up Maryland’s farming community. You don’t want to miss this!
- Episodes
- 49
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 14 min
- On air since
- 2025
- Latest episode
- 1 week ago
Episodes
49 episodes, newest first
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13 min
Question 3: What Rural Marylanders Need to Know with Mike Ricci
Show notes
Mike Ricci is a Communications Professional and Professor of Public Policy at Georgetown University. He joins us to discuss the Question 3 ballot measure in Maryland, congressional redistricting, and what it could mean for rural Maryland.
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57 min
Governor Wes Moore & Dan Cox Discuss Farm Policy with Maryland Farm Bureau
Show notes
Maryland Farm Bureau has received an opportunity to speak in-depth about agricultural policy with both major party candidates for Governor in Maryland, Governor Wes Moore (D) and former Delegate Dan Cox (R).We speak with them on issues that are top of mind for many in the farming community, including land use, energy, environmental regulations, and more.Follow Maryland Farm Bureau on social media!Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureauInstagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureauX (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumdTikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at marylandfb.org
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12 min
Maryland Farm Bureau 111th Annual Convention Preview!
Show notes
Today, we are joined by Maryland Farm Bureau staff members to preview our 111th Annual Convention, including the policy discussions, educational programming, and the NextGen Summit for Young Farmers.
Register for our Convention, December 5th through the 8th, in Cambridge: http://members.marylandfb.org/mdfbevents
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13 min
First generation poultry farmers, Bret & Trish Bucci, on path to success, raising a family on the farm, and poultry on the Eastern Shore
Show notes
Bret & Trish Bucci are first generation poultry farmers from Wicomico County, Maryland. We speak with them about their path to success, what it's like raising a family on the farm, and the impact of the poultry industry on the Eastern Shore.
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20 min
Delegate Natalie Ziegler on her historic Maryland farm, the new Rural Caucus, and bipartisanship in Annapolis
Show notes
Natalie Ziegler is a grain farmer from Howard County and serves in the Maryland House of Delegates for District 9A. We speak with her about taking over her family's historic Maryland farm, serving as the co-chair of the newly formed House Rural Caucus, and working across the aisle in Annapolis.
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18 min
Talking Hogs with Maryland Pork Producers
Show notes
We are joined by the Maryland Pork Producers President Alex Fulton and Executive Coordinator Jennifer Gannon to discuss State of Maryland’s pork industry, wholesale versus retail markets, and livestock shows.
Learn more about Maryland Pork Producers at https://marylandpork.org/
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15 min
Recapping Maryland's 2026 Legislative Session with Tyler Hough
Show notes
We speak with Maryland Farm Bureau's Director of Government Relations, Tyler Hough, about the results of the 2026 Maryland Legislative Session, including ag education funding, hunting bills, and pesticide bans.
Join Tyler for an exclusive, members-only webinar on April 27th for a deeper dive into this year’s legislation. Don’t miss it: https://members.marylandfb.org/mdfbevents/details/2026-legislative-session-wrap-up-1708577
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6 min
NEWS: Lead Ammo Ban, Supporting Ag Education, Soybean World Record in Maryland
Show notes
We need your help in Annapolis, write in to your elected officials on our action alerts, including against a lead ammo ban and in support of ag education, at marylandfb.org/action-center.
Want your review featured on the show? Give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may feature it!
Follow us on social media!
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35 min
Delegate Kevin Anderson on farming on the lower shore, the legacy of Charles Otto, and why he's not running for reelection
Show notes
Kevin Anderson is a grain farmer from Somerset County and serves as the Maryland State Delegate for District 38A. We speak with him about proceedings in the Environment and Transportation Committee, how to testify in Annapolis, and memories of Delegate Charles Otto.
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21 min
Maryland FFA on Farm Bureau partnership, Ag Education, and Advocacy
Show notes
We are joined by Maryland FFA (Future Farmers of America) President Hailey Pleasents and Vice President Connor Clary to discuss their tenure in leadership, how Farm Bureau members can get involved, and some of their favorite memories.
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at marylandfb.org
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24 min
Senator Jason Gallion on farming while serving in office, solar energy siting, and bipartisanship
Show notes
Jason Gallion is a farmer from Harford County and serves as the Maryland State Senator for District 35. We speak with him about his background in agriculture and how it influences his work in Annapolis.
Follow Maryland Farm Bureau on social media!
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TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at marylandfb.org
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10 min
NEWS: Ag Policy Priorities in Annapolis, Year Round E15, Rural Caucus
Show notes
Today we discuss Maryland Farm Bureau's policy priorities in Annapolis for 2026, potential federal action on ethanol blended gas, the House of Delegates new Rural Caucus, and more.
Want your review featured on the show? Give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may feature it!
Follow us on social media!
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• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at marylandfb.org
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19 min
Garrett Deltuva on the MPRP, Fighting for his Family's Farm, and Country Music
Season 2, Episode 11
Show notes
Garrett Deltuva is a country music artist originally from Manchester, Maryland. We speak with him about his family's cow/calf operation, the impact of Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project on their farm, and his journey in Nashville to pursue country music.
Follow Maryland Farm Bureau on social media!
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• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at marylandfb.org
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56 min
Old Line Farmer Radio LIVE from Maryland Farm Bureau Convention Bonus
Show notes
In our first ever live episode of Old Line Farmer Radio, we have some fun with Maryland Department of Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks, Maryland Farm Bureau President Jamie Raley, and Maryland Farm Bureau Executive Director Parker Welch.
Catch our announcer, Hollis Zimmerman, on WIOO weekdays 6 to 10 AM: https://wioo.com/
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13 min
The Importance of Farm Transition Planning and the Cost of Waiting with David Rectenwald
Season 2, Episode 9
Show notes
This week, we speak with David Rectenwald from Vinores Financial Services on farm transition planning, the cost of waiting, and Nationwide's Land as Your Legacy program.
More from Vinores Financial Services: vinoresfinancial.com
Nationwide's Land as you Legacy program: https://www.nationwide.com/financial-professionals/topics/business-growth-protection-transfer/land-as-your-legacy/
Want your review featured on the show? Give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may feature it!
Follow us on social media!
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• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com
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5 min
NEWS: 1,400 acres of farmland preserved, Md. Farm Bureau Convention, year round E-15 sales
Season 2, Episode 8
Show notes
It's the last day to register for Maryland Farm Bureau's 110th Annual Convention in Cambridge, don't wait and register now! https://members.marylandfb.org/mdfbevents/Details/mdfb-annual-convention-and-meeting-of-delegates-1446566
Want your review featured on the show? Give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may feature it!
Follow us on social media!
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• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com
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15 min
Kathy Wojcik: Maryland's 2025 Ag Teacher of the Year
Season 2, Episode 8
Show notes
Kathy Wojcik is an agricultural teacher from Howard County and the winner of the 2025 "Golden Owl" from Nationwide, Maryland Farm Bureau, and Maryland FFA. We speak with her about bringing agriculture to students, agricultural success stories, and her recent recognition.
Register for Maryland Farm Bureau's Annual Convention in December: members.marylandfb.org/mdfbevents
Follow Maryland Farm Bureau on social media!
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TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com
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7 min
NEWS: Md. Farm Bureau files motion to dismiss MPRP, China soybean agreement, Updates on Convention
Season 2, Episode 7
Show notes
Today, we cover our motion to dismiss the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project, China's new agreement to import American soybeans, and an update about our Convention in December.
Register for our 110th Annual Convention: https://mdfarmbureau.com/convention-3/
Read American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall's latest column on the government shutdown: https://www.fb.org/the-zipline/government-shutdown-puts-u-s-farms-at-risk
Want your review featured on the show? Give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may feature it!
Follow us on social media!
• Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau
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• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com
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14 min
Luke Borchelt on Maryland Country Music, Touring with Shaboozey, Ocean City
Season 2, Episode 6
Show notes
Luke Borchelt is a rising country music star from Maryland. We speak with him about his journey in music, opening up for Shaboozey, and his new hit song, "Ocean City."
Follow Luke on social media:
• instagram.com/lukeborchelt
• tiktok.com/@lukeborchelt
• facebook.com/Airbud410Register for Maryland Farm Bureau's Annual Convention in December: https://members.marylandfb.org/mdfbevents
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• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com
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7 min
NEWS: Streamlined hauling permits for farmers, Government shutdown and the FARM SAFE Act
Season 2, Episode 5
Show notes
Today, we cover Maryland's new streamlined hauling permits for farmers, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney's FARM SAFE Act, and HPAI concerns.
Register for our 110th Annual Convention: https://mdfarmbureau.com/convention-3/
Read American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall's latest column on the government shutdown: https://www.fb.org/the-zipline/government-shutdown-puts-u-s-farms-at-risk
Want your review featured on the show? Give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and we may feature it!
Follow us on social media!
• Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau
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• X (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumd
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com
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