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Listen to local Northern Country Coop agronomists and dealer reps talk through what's happening in ag today and what you should be thinking about.

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    • Apr 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Talking In The Round!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 48:12


    Talking all things Feed and energy, Chad welcomes a new guest and a returning "champion!?" Nexus Swine Feed Salesman Jim Yoch joins to discuss what's happening in the world of feed inside and outside of Nexus. Joining also is Matt Katcher, Energy Sales Specialist, to talk fuel.This roundtable talk is sure to have something for everyone.Follow Us! Search Nexus Cooperative on your social media platforms and make sure you like and subscribe to the Nexus Ag Update on YouTube as well!

    The Keys to Growing Better Crops.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 59:25


    Chad welcomes a new guest host. Nate Schwickerath, Nexus Fertilizer Procurement & Wholesale Manager joins the podcast along with Dan Mudgett from United Services Association. Together the trio discuss the leading fertilizers used today as well as the market outlook for the coming year.Follow Us! Search Nexus Cooperative on your social media platforms and make sure you like and subscribe to the Nexus Ag Update!

    We've Got Chemistry!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 62:21


    Chad welcomes guest co-host, and new Nexus Sales Agronomist, Colin Nasers. They chat with Corteva Agriscience Market Development Specialist Ron Geis about what went well in 2024 with nutrients, fungicides and weed control and how all that chemistry knowledge will benefit farmers in the coming year.

    Fantasy Crop Challenge 4 Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 48:07


    It all comes down the this! Who will take home the Fantasy Crop Challenge trophy this year?! Repeat? Returning Champion? NEW CHAMPION?! Listen while Chad and Brady sit down and analyze the final results with Nexus Agronomy Advisor Spencer and our expert pickers from WinField United!Follow Us! Search Nexus Cooperative on your social media platforms and make sure you like and subscribe to the Nexus Ag Update!

    Fantasy Crop Challenge 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 83:01


    FANTASY CROP CHALLENGE IS BACK! Can the Korn Kobbers make it out of the last place for the 4th consecutive year in a row? Chad, Spencer and Brady square up with the WinField United crew on their hot takes on corn and soybean varieties. Make sure you follow up on our video version on YouTube!Follow Us! Search Nexus Cooperative on your social media platforms and make sure you like and subscribe to the Nexus Ag Update!

    Plot Season and Summer Recap 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 41:20


    Chad and Brady walk through the trials of summer 2024 aka second spring. We also want to invite all of you to our Nexus Plot Days Events are below as listed:Rudd Plot - Monday, Sept 16th 3pm-5pmBurgers and Hotdogs Lunch Provided, door prizes availableFourWay Plot - Tuesday, Sept 17th 11am-1pmDrive-thru Burgers and Hotdogs Lunch Provided, door prizes availableMeltonville Plot - Tuesday, Sept 17th 5pm-7pmPorkchop Dinner Provided, door prizes availableAlden Plot - Wednesday, Sept 18th 5pm-7pmPorkchop Dinner Provided, door prizes availableSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST AND FOLLOW NEXUS ON SOCIAL MEDIA TO STAY UP TO DATE ON THE LATEST AG UPDATES!

    Insights with TruTerra's Joel Wipperfurth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 62:57


    Welcome to another episode of The Nexus Ag Update! In this episode, we welcome back our returning guest, Megan Solland Conservation Agronomist with Nexus. We're also thrilled to have Joel Wipperfurth from TruTerra. Joel will share his role at TruTerra and his extensive work history in the industry.We'll dive deep into the Carbon Intensity Score (CI), exploring what it is, why it's been a hot topic in 2024, and which industry is driving this conversation. Joel will explain how farmers can profit from their CI scores.Additionally, we'll touch on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and its connection to CI, the type of data needed, and the expected time frame for these initiatives. Joel and Megan will also give us a sneak peek into what's new for TruTerra in 2025, including their latest programs and other local initiatives.Don't miss our local events, where we'll highlight the upcoming Strip Till Day in Rose Creek, MN, on August 13th at 9 AM.Tune in for an informative and engaging episode!

    2024 Spring Recap and Future Outlook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 67:25


    Join us for a roundtable discussion on the 2024 growing season and future outlook, featuring Justin Krell with LG Seeds. Season Overview:A 50,000-foot view of the current season.Each participant discusses 1-2 positive and negative aspects.Insights on issues across the state and Midwest.Field Conditions:How are the fields looking?Fertility, weed, and disease discussions.Wet weather's impact on crops.Rootworm populations and SDS concerns.The importance of seed treatments.Weed Control:Strategies for managing weeds in a wet season.Reflection on successful PRE programs in 2024.Considerations for post-programs.Other Concerns:Compaction due to tire tracks.Effects on final stand and yield.Commodity prices in 2024 and implications for 2025.Looking Ahead:Addressing Tar Spot and White Mold.Timing of additional nitrogen application.Corn growth and nitrogen needs.Enhancements for soybean programs.Fungicide timing and product choices.Insecticides and foliar nutrients.Tune in to gain valuable insights from industry experts and stay informed about the latest developments in agriculture!

    Nexus Grain Insights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 43:13


    Brady and Chad dive into the world of grain. Let's get started!Episode Overview:Meet Mark Meierotto:We introduce Mark Meierotto, sharing insights into his job history and his pivotal role within Nexus.Explore Mark's contributions to the grain division and how he goes beyond the basics.Inside Nexus:Discover the teams of merchandizers at Nexus and their critical role in the business.Uncover Nexus's impressive business capacity, including rail locations and feed mills.Learn about other offerings, such as farm direct delivery to ethanol plants.Future Projects:Get a sneak peek into upcoming Nexus Grain expansion.Challenges and Roadblocks:Address the speed of information and its impact on decision-making.Opportunities Ahead:A new Grain Markets update podcast, keeping listeners informed.Sharing current market recommendations for corn and soybeans.Tune in to The Nexus Ag Update for insights, interviews, and advice. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or just curious about the ag industry, this podcast has something for everyone!

    Nexus Energy Insights

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 56:56


    Hosts Brady and Chad sit down with industry experts Lee Parker and Matt Katcher from the Nexus Energy Team. They dive into the world of refined fuels and propane markets, exploring key topics that impact consumers, businesses, and the energy sector as a whole.Episode Highlights:Nexus Energy Division:Lee and Matt introduce Nexus's energy division, discussing the team behind it and the comprehensive suite of products and services they offer.Propane Origins and Challenges:Ever wondered where propane comes from? Lee sheds light on its sources and why it can be challenging to obtain in Iowa at times.Nexus's strategic positioning ensures better access to propane during supply disruptions.Energy Landscape:Matt and Lee discuss current trends, global challenges, and consumer preferences in the energy sector.Renewable fuels and environmental considerations take center stage, especially during election years.Nexus's Unique Approach:Lee explains what sets Nexus Energy apart from other suppliers, emphasizing their customer-centric focus.Matt and Lee also address roadblocks and opportunities for the future.Market Recommendations:The team provides insights into refined fuels and propane markets, offering practical advice for consumers and businesses.Tune in to Nexus Energy Insights for a discussion that demystifies energy markets and highlights Nexus Energy's innovative solutions!

    Nexus Round Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 53:40


    Nexus Agronomists have a conversation with the two leaders of Nexus Cooperative. The discussion jumps into their perspectives, current status, and the exciting path that Nexus is charting for the future.Tune in to the podcast to discover how Nexus Cooperative is cultivating a greener, more resilient future for agriculture and beyond!

    Seed Treatment Innovations and Soil Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 55:46


    The Nexus agronomy team sits down with Syngenta Seedcare Rep, Perry Weigle. Together, they dive into the world of seed treatment innovation, exploring techniques to enhance seed quality and protect against diseases and pathogens.Don't miss out! Follow Nexus Cooperative on our social media channels for more agronomic insights and subscribe to our podcast on YouTube. Let's cultivate knowledge together!

    Carbon Markets Today and Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2024 41:38


    Chad and Brady sit down with Nexus Conservation Agronomist Megan Solland and Matt Kruger with TruTerra. In today's episode we talk about the significance of carbon markets, their current relevance, and upcoming conservation and carbon market programs.Subscribe to the podcast at https://www.nexus.coop/podcast for more insightful discussions!

    Outlook on 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 70:30


    Spring 2024 Challenges: Learn about the difficulties and opportunities that farmers and agribusinesses will encounter in the upcoming 2024 season, such as weather, pests, markets, and regulations. Social Media and Website: Connect with Nexus Coop on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube to get the latest news, updates, and tips on all things agriculture. Visit our website at http://nexus.coop to find out more about our offerings and locations.

    2023 Recap and Pre Season 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 63:17


    Brady and Chad sit down with Syngenta's Tim Dahl. We'll discuss a couple topics like:Year End WrapGood/Bad of 2023Weed Control for 2024Disease Control for 2024Insect Control for 2024Follow us on our social media and our new website coming soon...www.nexus.coop

    Part 3 Finale: Fantasy Crop Challenge 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 58:10


    Final episode of our season and 2023 year. the long awaited Fantasy Crop Challenge Part 3 FINALE! Joined by the crew from WinField United.Follow our happenings at www.ncountrycoop.com

    Fantasy Crop Challenge III

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 84:36


    Teams have been assembled again to take on the fantasy crop challenge. Entering a stress year and spotty rain showers, it is really anyone's game! Spencer, Chad and Brady take on the challenge to assemble the best varieties. Commentators brought to by Winfield United's own Andy Dickes and Adam Murray.Follow our happenings on www.ncountrycoop.com

    Spring Plans 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 80:14


    Chad and Brady sit down with the OTHER Steinkamp.  we go through early planting, spring prep and more! 

    How To Do More With Less: Nutrient Use Efficiency

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 62:23


    Chad and Brady sit down with the crew at Verdesian Life Sciences, Kurt Seevers, Scott Ahrenholtz, and Kevin Bodensteiner. We go through the importance of nutrient use efficiency, cardon and nitrogen fixation, biologicals, and product line up along with some new products in the pipeline. 

    Pattern Ag

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 54:21


    Chad and Brady interview  Rachel, our rep with Pattern Ag. Check out what Pattern Ag is along with how to can learn more about your soil and soil health. Optimize placement of the inputs you need, and save costs on the inputs you don't. Predictive Ag Report: https://www.pattern.ag/predictive-ag-reportNCC Website:  https://ncountrycoop.com/

    Recap of 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 51:02


    Chad and Brady do a recap of the 2022 season and what to look for as we start 2023.  Check out our website! http://www.ncountrycoop.com

    Fantasy Crop Challenge PART 2 FINAL

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 49:37


    Chad, Brady and Spencer get back together to fight for the trophy! Listen for a chance to win a prize, joined by WinField United crew for the expert opinions and color commentary. 

    Fantasy Crop Challenge PART 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 70:09


    Spencer, Brady and Chad line up and go head to head on picking hybrids for this year's fantasy crop challenge. Special guest moderator Adam Murray. Find all of our plot results on our website. https://ncountrycoop.com/agronomy/

    Spring and Summer Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2022 48:59


    Chad and Brady talk with Mic Skaar (LG Rep) on how the spring went along with catching up on current growing conditions and what to look forward to in the upcoming months to harvest.

    Pre-Season Planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 61:40


    Chad and Brady discuss some of the things you want to cross off your list as or before planting season rolls on.

    Protect Your Investment

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 73:09


    Chad and Brady sit down with the guys from AgXplore and talk on a handful of things including protecting your investment on fertilizer and other technologies that can be helpful in a volatile market like we see today.

    Agronomy Quiz Bowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 39:54


    QUIZ BOWL NUMBER 1!NCC agronomists takes on the jeopardy style game that is the quiz bowl! Check out our various social media sites for pictures of the champion belt!

    Tar Spot

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 43:32


    Our BASF Rep Ryan Evans sits down with us and talks about tar spot in the area along with some preventative measures that we can take to control it.

    Corteva Update Spring 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 52:21


    WELCOME TO SEASON 2!We sit down with one of our local Corteva Reps to talk, new products, current product situation and possible ideas going forward into a highly volatile market.

    Spring Crop Protection Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 53:59


    Brady and Chad sit down with agronomy guru Tyler Steinkamp(yes, they're distantly related) and talk through spring chemical options with tight constraints on supply of products and programs to consider as we plan for a successful spring 2022!

    NCC Carbon Programs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 37:42


    Brady and Chad sit down with Matt from TruTerra and NCC's Conservation Agronomist Megan Solland and we talk on the carbon programs offered here at Northern Country! We also go through the differences from past programs and programs now along with how to qualify for the programs.

    Fantasy Crop Challenge Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 53:05


    Chad, Spencer and Brady sit down the Winfield Crew and wrap up the finale on the fantasy crop challenge. A TROPHY was claimed!

    End of Harvest Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 36:20


    Chad and Brady sit down and talk about the end of harvest and what we've seen throughout the season along with some tips on what to cross off your calendar before the end of the year. Finally an introduction of a new member of the team.

    TruTerra and Carbon Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 51:23


    Chad and Brady sit down with Matt Kruger with TruTerra to talk carbon markets, carbon programs and more.

    September 2021 Grain Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 21:38


    Brady, Shawn and Cheyenne go through topics like harvest progress, NCC's grain updates, market programs, and the market outlook.

    Hybrid Fantasy Football Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 54:30


    Chad, Brady, Spencer and our support crew from WinField United do a corn and soybean fantasy football style draft, matching head to head our top corn and soybean varieties along with color commentary from our crew.

    Answer Acre Plot Preview + Season Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 50:42


    Chad and Brady talk about the Answer Acre Plot Days dates and what entails along with a season end review on the growing season.

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