Podcasts about agronomist

The color green is associated with a clean, healthy environment. When we see a green space, we often think it's good, whether it is a beautiful forest or a neighborhood lawn. All plants provide for wildlife, right? Unfortunately, no. Some landscapes, in particular lawns, provide very little to no habitat. So, what can folks do to change their landscape? How can they rethink or replace their lawn to support wildlife?To explore this topic, we are joined by Emily May and Stephanie Frischie. Emily is part of our pesticide reduction team at Xerces. With a focus on pesticides in agriculture, Emily works with farmers, researchers, conservation professionals, and agencies across the U.S. to reduce pesticide risks to pollinators and other beneficial insects, support the adoption of ecologically sound pest management practices, and expand high-quality habitat in working lands. Stephanie Frischie is an Agronomist and Native Plant Materials Specialist at Xerces. Stephanie brings technical expertise on native plant materials, native plants, and plant-insect interactions to her work across conservation agronomy; plant ecology; ecological restoration; and native seed production, use, policy, research, and quality — all to improve the supply and growth of important plant species for restoration of insect habitat.---Photo: Emily MayThank you for listening! For more information go to xerces.org/bugbanter.

Special Interview Episode: Andrew McGuire - Extension Agronomist At Washington State University

Got a question or topic you're interested in? Send us a text!In this episode of Regional Update, we're joined by Will Woolcock, Branch Manager and Agronomist at Nutrien in Emerald, QLD.Will's territory extends about 200km north and south of Emerald, where he's seeing a lot more growers planting chickpeas this year, in response to the current fertiliser cost and supply issues. The region's current weed challenges are feather top rhodes grass, sweet summer grass and fleabane in the summer, with milk thistle and poppy causing issues in winter.Will gives advice on fallow and in-crop chemistry and cautions growers against an over-reliance on glyphosate and glufosinate. He'd recommend looking into strategic tillage and crop rotations!Learn more about WeedSmart and the Big 6 framework for proven weed management practices by visiting our website. Don't forget to follow us on our socials:Twitter/XBlueskyFacebookLinkedInInstagramKeen for a monthly update?  Subscribe here!Got a question or topic you are interested to hear about?  Send us an: weedsmart@uwa.edu.auQueue up our other WeedSmart podcasts & audio: #RegionalUpdates & #BeyondResistance podcasts for great stories from across the Australian growing regions.  #Paddocktalk fortnightly weed management news & updates for you.#drivesafe #farmsafe 

Lance Tarchione, Bayer Technical Agronomist, gives a crop update and shares some insight into Kansas agriculture on the WRAM Ag Hour.

An agronomist considers the risks faced by the increasing number of growers early seeding their crops, truckies welcome transport reforms by the State Government to tackle the growing fuel crisis, and the seafood industry quick to allay fears over reports of mass tuna deaths near Port Lincoln.

Welcome to the next episode of Grow the Future. Today, we explore the evolving landscape of crop nutrition and biologicals with a focus on maximizing plant potential through targeted biostimulant programs.Joining us to share her expertise is Natalie Wood, Yara's Agronomist and Product Manager for YaraVita and Biologicals for the UK and Ireland. Our discussion centers on the YaraAmplix range, with a deep dive into Flostrel—a high-performance biostimulant engineered to optimize reproductive development in key crops, including Oilseed Rape.Natalie provides a technical overview of the product's nutrient profile and application timings, supported by the latest performance data from recent trials. We also look ahead to the upcoming season, evaluating the roles of YaraAmplix Optitrac and Optivi, and discussing how growers can utilize the Tankmix feature within the YaraPlus app to ensure seamless product compatibility and field efficacy.

Host Big Dan Wilson is joined by Neal Horrom, COO and Troy Grime, Agronomist to discuss products and services that Mercer Landmark offer along with what producers need to get ready for planting season. 

Growmark COO Brad Drake talks about his speech on "lessons from a still-learning leader" at the McLean County Chamber of Commerce Ag Awareness Breakfast.Matt Geiger, Agronomist at Syngenta, talks about crop protection, inputs and low commodity prices from the Commodity Classic.John Zanker, Farmer's Keeper Financial LLC, joins the program to discuss continuous change as global events impact the markets.

Illinois Farm Bureau President Phillip discusses input costs, board business and preparing for spring planting.Madison Wozniak, Agronomist at FMC, discusses the prime conditions for spring planting from the 2026 Commodity Classic.RFD Radio Network Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports on Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley's alternate proposal for getting year round E15 in effect.Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at your forecast.

A rollback of California's Proposition 12 animal confinement restrictions survive a House Ag Committee Farm Bill markup, RFD Radio Network Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports.Meet Lillian Helbig, from Okawville High School in Washington County, the senior is the Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month.A Rural Business Transitions webinar series begins this week a collaboration between University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs, Norm Walzer with the institute has more.Mark Henderson, Henderson Weather Hub, joins the program to discuss the March weather outlook.Drake Copeland, Agronomist at FMC Corporation, discusses how weather patterns could changing planting trends.Meteorologist Paul Otto takes a look at the forecast.

In the third episode of the Grow the Future podcast, Agronomist and Product Manager for Biologicals and YaraVita Natalie Wood takes a deep dive into foliar nutrition. She discusses how current establishment conditions—particularly the recent wet weather—have affected crop performance.Natalie also outlines Yara's foliar nutrition recommendations for cereals and oilseed rape, explains the compatibility of different foliar products, and highlights the Yara Tankmix service available through the YaraPlus app. The episode also touches on current soil temperature trends and offers practical advice for farmers moving into the season.For more information on YaraPlus, visit our websites today. UK- https://uk.yaraplus.comIre- https://ie.yaraplus.com

In this episode of the Red Dirt Agronomy Podcast, we're joined by 16-year-old Brayden Arnall, who recently won the National FFA Agriscience Award. This episode isn't just about a student project—it's a story of curiosity turned passion, and a father-son bet that led to a national title. Brayden walks us through his award-winning research on nitrogen stabilizers, tillage practices, and ammonia volatilization, breaking down complex science in an engaging and relatable way. Co-hosts Dr. Brian Arnall and Dave Deken, along with guest host Dr. Paul Weckler, offer commentary on the broader impact of youth agricultural programs like FFA and 4-H in Oklahoma and beyond.Listeners will hear about Brayden's methodology, the surprising results from his controlled barn experiments, and how these findings could influence farming practices. Plus, he gives a sneak peek into his next project on winter wheat growth and irrigation. Whether you're a researcher, educator, student, or just someone who appreciates the next generation of ag leaders, this episode is packed with inspiration, science, and Oklahoma charm.Top 10 Key TakeawaysBraden Arnall won the National FFA Agriscience Fair with a project on nitrogen stabilizers and tillage.His experiment showed that no-till plots had more ammonia volatilization losses than tilled ones.Anvol was the most effective nitrogen stabilizer in reducing nitrogen loss.Braden began his agriscience journey in middle school, building on skills from 4-H.His project used controlled PVC-tube environments and ammonia detection tools.He's now researching irrigation impacts on winter wheat and nitrogen use.Youth participation in agriscience is strong in Oklahoma, especially Stillwater.Braden's early exposure to research is guiding his career toward agronomy.The family's tradition of “5-minute science” helped Braden understand college-level concepts early.The episode emphasizes the value of mentorship and community in ag education.Major Discussion Timestamps00:00–00:02 – Episode setup: the “father-son bet,” Brayden's national win, and where to find info.00:01–00:02 – Plug: upcoming recording at the Central Oklahoma Cattle Conference (Feb. 13).00:02–00:04 – On location at KNID AgriFest (Enid); Oklahoma Wheat Commission booth + the cinnamon roll/bread scene.00:04–00:07 – Brian explains the “promise” and Brayden's path: early success, then winning nationals + spotlight presentation.00:07–00:10 – Dr. Paul Weckler joins; why Agriscience matters for STEM ag careers; what Agriscience competition is.00:10–00:11 – 4-H speaking background and why it gave Brayden confidence in FFA.00:11–00:16 – The research: nitrogen stabilizers, tilled vs no-till, ammonia volatilization + nitrate leachate; how the measurements were taken.00:16–00:18 – Age check (Brayden is 16) + “five-minute science” mentoring and learning the nitrogen cycle.00:18–00:21 – Agriscience momentum in Stillwater; youth research examples; workforce need in ag engineering/ag systems tech.00:21–00:25 – Brayden's new project: rainfed vs irrigated winter wheat response with stabilizers; real-world Oklahoma weather challenges.00:25–00:27 – Undergrad research opportunities + how early research can feed future grad students.00:27–00:29 – Media moment: Brayden featured on “Is This a Great State or What?”00:28–00:31 – What's next: chapter officer run, public speaking, possible land judging; speech topic See & Spray.00:30–00:32 – Dr. Weckler's perspective: computer vision roots and how today's tech builds on earlier work.00:30–00:32 – Staying active in both 4-H and FFA; what each teaches.00:32–00:33 – Wrap + thanks + where to connect. RedDirtAgronomy.com

When it comes to pests when growing your potatoes, or any other crop for that matter, they can be a nightmare. But Syngenta has a new product they think could be a real difference maker.

What are the biggest shifts in genetic gain and traits over the last few decades?  Glenn's Groupies can rejoice!  Glenn Longabaugh is back with Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  As you may know, Glenn is the resident Agronomist for Premier Companies and has been with us a number of times, and he's the best person around to be sharing the top three things we should be thinking about when we're selecting hybrids.Jeff, Sal, and Glenn will dig into the various changes that have taken place in the agriculture realm with regard to traits and genetic gain.  You'll also learn about how marker-assisted breeding (MAB) has been the primary driver behind many of the advancements that have taken place over the last couple of decades.  If you're curious how to navigate this next year when there's likely going to be a shortage in your preferred product, you are not going to want to miss this episode!  “It still amazes me… what these plant breeders have been able to put together, and even when we have not ideal weather, these things still yield.”

Considering the unpredictable nature of farm margins, what straightforward opportunities are available for farmers to earn extra income through carbon initiatives?Today, our experts shed light on this. Agrii's Amy Hardwick, Sustainability and Environmental Manager, Agrii's Neil Harper, Agronomist and Arable Technical Manager, and Alan Clifton-Holt, Farms Director at AA Clifton Ltd, who farms on Romney Marsh in Kent.If you would like to start exploring the initiatives available, click here to see what it could mean for your farm. 

Watch the video version here to follow what's on screen in Ben's presentation: https://youtu.be/oYV9gsMRqdIOn this episode:

Matias Guajardo Marchant who is a Portfolio Manager Farmland at Toesca Asset Management in Santiago. He is an Agronomist with a career fully dedicated to agriculture, firmly believing that this sector is one of the fundamental pillars of both the Chilean and global economy. He is a mentor with Startup Chile and has held a series of financial roles throughout his career. Our discussion dives into the nature of agriculture as an asset class and the potential to structure investments in high-value, sustainable agriculture for institutional investors. Matias describes the favorable political and economic backdrop to this strategy in Chile today where the economy is open and there are numerous trade agreements in effect.We discuss the wave of focus on sustainability and how this can enhance the return for investors as well as how the sustainability impacts are measured. Finally we reflect on some of the learnings that he has internalized over the course of his career - including, memorably, the notion that if you look after the small money, the big money will look after itself as well as the importance of patience, long term thinking, and strategic planning.This podcast is appearing as our penultimate episode in our special Latin American voices focus series.

Welcome to episode 296 of Growers Daily! We cover: finding our own agronomists, talking about planting into compost mulch and looking at leaves as individuals.   We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to this Thursday's edition of the Farmer Rapid Fire brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! Today on the show, your host for the day, Lyndsey Smith, talks with: Mark Burnham of Cobourg, Ont.; Fred Grieg of Reston, Man.; Jason James of Drumheller, Alta; Rob Stone of Davidson, Sask.; and, Agronomist with Pioneer Seeds... Read More

Welcome to this Thursday's edition of the Farmer Rapid Fire brought to you by Pioneer Seeds Canada! Today on the show, your host for the day, Lyndsey Smith, talks with: Mark Burnham of Cobourg, Ont.; Fred Grieg of Reston, Man.; Jason James of Drumheller, Alta; Rob Stone of Davidson, Sask.; and, Agronomist with Pioneer Seeds... Read More

In today's show Mark talks to Eric Bartels, Northwest Iowa Beck's Agronomist, as well as Taylor Johnson in part of a conversation during our Beck's Harvest Videos. And Dustin continues his conversation in the mines of Saskatoon with Allan Potash General Manager Les Frehlich.

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Koch from Speedrun Seeds. He's a professional agronomist who takes a completely different approach to plant breeding. Ben explains the reasoning behind his methods and breaks down how he selects traits to develop new varieties. We also dive into other topics such as Autopots, feeding autos, and living soil.Support the show

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Thinking of growing sorghum? Discover expert tips on top varieties, ideal planting times, and why this drought-resilient crop could be one of your most profitable moves yet.Agronomist and PhD researcher Hammond Motsi breaks down everything you need to know. From planting and regional suitability to pest control and market potential. He also explores how sorghum stacks up against maize in input costs and yield, and why it's gaining ground as a sustainable, climate-smart option for the future.

A conversation with farmer Benedikt Bösel, farmer and regen agronomist Matteo Mazzola and Philippe Birker, co-founder of Climate Farmers. We need regenerative agronomists. Because let's face it — most farmers trust their agronomist, and the chances that their agronomist is trained in regen are pretty small. We're moving from the first group of super ambitious, entrepreneurial, and slightly rebellious farmers who have made the transition, to a larger group who want to transition but can take less risk and will need support. So, who do they call when they want to start their transition? Current agriculture schools for agronomists are still very much focused on extractive, highly input- driven agriculture. Farmers often want a checklist and a protocol to "go regen" — but it might be more about asking uncomfortable questions.So how do we go about changing that? This is three-part conversation today with:Philippe Birker, who is setting up the Regen Agronomist Training in Europe, a 6-months intensive training program designed to equip agronomists with practical and theoretical knowledge in regenerative agriculture, with the first pilot happening this year.Benedikt Bösel, farmer at Gut&Bösel, whose farm will serve as a training farm, while sharing his experience with getting help taking his first steps into regen.Matteo Mazzola, regenerative farmer at Iside, who also works with many others supporting their transition.More about this episode.==========================In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.==========================

Farmers and agronomists have a lot on their plate just to produce a profitable crop every year. So what happens when their buyers start requesting they also change practices to move in a more regenerative direction? Today we hear Emily, an agronomist for a large farm in Alberta, Canada, and Syngenta's Tara McCaughey, about the quest to grow a more regenerative potato.“ It's very different from what we're used to. We have somebody who comes here, sells us a product, we see the results. It's instant ROI. With a lot of these practices, it's gonna cost you extra time and people, but you don't necessarily get that right back, that harvest. This is more of a long game. So trying to justify that when you're convincing people to make a change. I think that's an additional barrier is that you might not see your yield increase year one. And that's just a different mindset shift from what we're used to in ag I think.” - Emily, Agronomist in Alberta, CanadaEmily is an agronomist for a very large farming operation in Alberta, Canada. She's been doing that for about five years and has an additional 15 years as agronomist, mostly working for a large french fry manufacturer. Emily recently traveled the world as a Nuffield Scholar studying regenerative agriculture practices in potato production systems.Tara has been with Syngenta for a number of years in various capacities, but currently she is the Head of Technology Solutions in Sustainable Ag Function. So her team ensures that technology, including chemistry, biological crop input products, as well as digital ag solution technologies are market-ready and supported once they're in the market with farmer customers.This Week on Soil Sense:Meet Emily, an agronomist in Alberta, and Tara McCaughey,  Head of Technology Solutions in Sustainable Ag at Syngenta Canada Discover what's working when it comes to implementing regenerative farming practices in potato cropping systemsConsider why building soil health is a long term investment instead of a product that can offer clear and instant return on investment (ROI)Listen to how agronomists like Emily work with other stakeholders to find prudent ways to implement changesThe  Soil Sense podcast is for those that believe building healthier soils is not just a prescription, but rather a pursuit. On this show, we unpack the way farmers collaborate to build healthier soils and adapt systems to work on their farm for both sustainability and profitability.Listen to the full season here: https://www.syngenta.com/agriculture/sustainable-agriculture/soil-health/soil-sense-podcast Thank you to Syngenta for sponsoring this season of the Soil Sense podcast. If you are interested in what soil health looks like in practice and on the farm, please subscribe and follow this show on your favorite podcast app, and leave us a rating and review while you're there!

In this episode, my friend Ryan Yurong shares some of his homesteading experience in Colorado while we reminisce about the past. I met Ryan when I lived in Yakima, WA and worked as an Agronomist for an Independent Crop Consultant Company. Ryan shares some helpful tips and some of his “absolutely do nots” when it comes to getting started. Homesteading is often a doing it and then learning it kind of experience, as Ryan discovered.Resources:How to Build 5-gal Bucket Nests Chicken TractorsEmail: ahomegrownfam@gmail.comInstagram: @ahomegrownfamSupport the show

Caitlin Frederick (Crosby County) and Brant Baugh (Lubbock County), County Extension Agents with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service recently sat down with Dr. Calvin Trostle, Agronomist to discuss growing Camelina and then transitioned to the potential of using prussic acid free sorghum. This was outstanding conversation about two new alternatives being looked at in the area and Dr. Trostle discussed adaptation, production challenges, potential advantages and fit, along with research efforts underway.  Sounds like some information worth watching.   Hope you enjoy the discussion.  Danny

Are tillage and soil carbon compatible? Agronomist andauthor Scott Gillespie shares insights from his new article Soil Carbon & Tillage: Eat Your Cake and Have it Too.” Also – lessons from polycrop systems, organic fertility strategies, and the surprising connection between cultural heritage and forgotten crop varieties.Transcript with links to everything mentioned in the episode:https://www.plantsdigsoil.com/podcast/soil-carbon-and-tillage Newsletter signup:  https://mailchi.mp/plantsdigsoil/newsletterhttps://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6944029544697802752YouTube: (Company): https://www.youtube.com/@scottcgillespie  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/scottcgillespie(Look below Spotify for other apps or just search “Plants Dig Soil” in your favourite app.)Practical Regeneration: Realistic Strategies for Climate Smart Agriculture https://www.plantsdigsoil.com/books  Consulting packages: https://www.plantsdigsoil.com/pricing/#consulting  Speaking, Teaching, & Workshop Design: https://www.plantsdigsoil.com/speaking  Funding service offerings: https://www.plantsdigsoil.com/pricing/#paperworkEmail: scott@plantsdigsoil.com Call/text/WhatsApp:403-654-3096   LinkedIn (Scott): https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottcgillespie/  LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/plants-dig-soil

MSU Extension's new Rice Agronomist Will Eubank visited the Crop Doctors' Podcast studio in Stoneville to introduce himself Extension stakeholders.  Will shares his background, his passion for agriculture, what led him to specialize in rice production and the innovative research and outreach efforts he's bringing to the role. For more episodes from the Crop Doctors, visit our website at http://extension.msstate.edu/shows/mississippi-crop-situation #mscrops #MSUext  

In this episode, we are joined by a friend and repeat guest, Paul Crout. Paul is a leading pest control advisor, certified crop control advisor, and one of the foremost experts on wine grape nutrition, spray adjuvants, and more in the ag and viticulture realm. He currently works as a leading agronomist with Helena Agra Enterprises in California, and he has the honor of being the only guest we've had on the podcast three times! Adjuvants can be a dry topic, but we promise this discussion provides a lot of valuable take-home information. It's one of those episodes where you will want to take notes. Listen in and don't forget to download the Spray Adjuvants to Increase Pesticide Efficacy Grower Guide. In this episode, you will hear: What adjuvants are, when to use them, and which ones to use The two main categories of adjuvants - surfactants and special purpose When to use buffers and drift control agents The importance of knowing your water's pH before adding an adjuvant Differences between non-ionic surfactants and organosilicone surfactants Understanding the use of methylated seed oils for tank mixing and pesticide application Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click the ‘+ Follow' button in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review,” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second, and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Resources: Download Fritz's member-only Spray Adjuvants to Increase Pesticide Efficacy Grower Guide available to podcast listeners through August 2025. If you are starting a vineyard or thinking about starting a vineyard, apply to be on the podcast for Fritz's help planning your vineyard - https://www.vineyardundergroundpodcast.com/contact/ Come grow with Fritz through VirtualViticultureAcademy.com! Save $75 off your first year of membership with the code Underground at checkout.  Today's Guest: Paul Crout is a Pest Control Advisor and Certified Crop Advisor, and one of the foremost experts on wine grape nutrition and spray adjuvants. He currently works as an Agronomist with Helena Agri-Enterprises in California. Connect with Paul on LinkedIn and learn more about being Grape Wise with Helena. Episode Sponsor: Today's episode was brought to you by SensorInsight and by Vigneron Toy Store. Thank you to SensorInsight for sponsoring today's episode. SensorInsight is a leader in vineyard soil moisture and weather monitoring. SensorInsight designs state-of-the-art, remote satellite monitoring of soil moisture and weather, bringing actionable information for your vineyard operations straight to your phone, with real-time data so you can best decide when to turn on your irrigation, how long to run the system, and learn how the dynamics of soil moisture can change over a given season. Visit them today at https://sensorinsight.io. And don't forget to mention the code Underground to receive a discount on your SensorInsight solution. Thank you to Vigneron Toy Store for sponsoring today's episode. Vigneron Toy Store specializes in Harvesters, Sprayers, Frost Mitigation Equipment, Canopy Management Trimmers, and more. As grape growers themselves, they can expertly help you determine the best equipment for your specific vineyard needs. And, as a special offer for our podcast listeners, you can save 5% off in-stock machines by entering the promo code Underground on the contact form at vignerontoystore.com. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

Stine Technical Agronomist Bill Kessinger joins the show to discuss early-season crop management strategies for higher yields. If you have a question for our Stine experts, feel free to send it to us at AskTheSeedcast@stineseed.com.   Make sure you stay up to date on everything Stine by following us on all our social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StineSeed  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stineseedco/ X: https://twitter.com/StineSeed

Stine Technical Agronomist Bill Kessinger joins the show to discuss steps to take during the planting season to maximize yield. If you have a question for our Stine experts, feel free to send it to us at AskTheSeedcast@stineseed.com.   Make sure you stay up to date on everything Stine by following us on all our social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StineSeed  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stineseedco/ X: https://twitter.com/StineSeed

Earthworms. They may elicit memories of digging through the dirt, probably as a child, and picking them up to discover what they are. But what do they do other than slink around and bury themselves in the soil?To help us explore this fascinating invertebrate are Jennifer Hopwood and Stephanie Frischie. Regular listeners will remember Jennifer — she's been on Bug Banter before to talk about beetles and wasps. She is a Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist with Xerces, providing resources and training for pollinator and beneficial insect habitat management and restoration in a variety of landscapes. Stephanie is Xerces's Agronomist and Native Plant Materials Specialist. Stephanie works to improve the supply and growth of important plant species for the restoration of insect habitat. Additionally, and most pertinent to today's conversation, she leads the Xerces Soil Life project that focuses on soil invertebrate ecology and soil health.---Photo credit: S Shepherd Schizoform, CC 2.0Thank you for listening! For more information go to xerces.org/bugbanter.

Mitch Hunter joins the podcast today to discuss plant diversity, sustainability, and more. As the Associate Director of Forever Green Initiative and Adjunct Assistant Professor at The University of Minnesota, Mitch is interested in developing cropping systems that promote greater diversity, resilience, and sustainability. Mitch is a Minnesota native, and his work at U of M greatly centers around his expertise in the science of soil management and crop production. Using his deep knowledge of this topic, Mitch is on a mission to diversify agricultural landscapes with new crops – thus improving the environment and creating new economic opportunities for farmers and businesses alike … Click play to uncover: How Mitch is working with Forever Green Initiative to improve soil health and increase crop diversity. What cover crops are, and what can be done to improve them. The factors that drive farmers' selection of cover crops. The benefits of planting early, and the challenges that arise when trying to do so. To learn more about Mitch and his work, visit Forevergreen.umn.edu! Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Boost Your Brainpower with 15% OFF!  Fuel your mind with BrainSupreme Supplements and unlock your full potential. Get 15% OFF your order now using this exclusive link: brainsupreme.co/discount/findinggenius Hurry—your brain deserves the best!

He's our only podcast guest who has his own groupies!  For this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies, returning guest Glenn Longabaugh joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room.  Glenn, a master storyteller, is also the Agronomist for Premier Ag, and he's taking a few moments out of a very busy schedule to sit down with us.Glenn will share about his Premier Companies Grower Meetings that have been centered around Surviving or Thriving in ‘25 and changing the focus from volatile markets to ways to be successful.  The topics of his talks include seed choice and position, weed control, soil fertility, planting excellence, and in-season management of nutrition and fungicides.  Since we're a month away from planting season, Glenn will talk us through some of the preparations that should be made in light of the tough year we're still crawling out of.  “It's about accelerating the genetic gain.  It seems counterintuitive to spend that kind of money on seed, and yet, there's probably no other single input that's put more bushels towards our bottom line than what has seed…”

He's our only podcast guest who has his own groupies!  For this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies, returning guest Glenn Longabaugh joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room.  Glenn, a master storyteller, is also the Agronomist for Premier Ag, and he's taking a few moments out of a very busy schedule to sit down with us.Glenn will share about his Premier Companies Grower Meetings that have been centered around Surviving or Thriving in ‘25 and changing the focus from volatile markets to ways to be successful.  The topics of his talks include seed choice and position, weed control, soil fertility, planting excellence, and in-season management of nutrition and fungicides.  Since we're a month away from planting season, Glenn will talk us through some of the preparations that should be made in light of the tough year we're still crawling out of.  “It's about accelerating the genetic gain.  It seems counterintuitive to spend that kind of money on seed, and yet, there's probably no other single input that's put more bushels towards our bottom line than what has seed…”

Some folks think keeping a landscape healthy just means dumping more fertilizer and cranking up the sprinklers. But that's like throwing steak on the grill without seasoning—it's not gonna turn out the way you hoped. That's why at NALP's Elevate conference in Charlotte, NC, Jack Jostes caught up with Dr. Eric Brown, a PhD agronomist from Massey Services, to talk about what really makes plants thrive (hint: it's not just luck).Dr. Brown has spent years researching how to get big results with fewer inputs—which means less waste, healthier plants, and more money in your pocket. He shares the five key principles every landscaper should follow, from choosing the right plants for the right place to managing soil health, water, and pest control the right way. If you've ever struggled with dead spots, disease, or plants that just won't take, this episode will help you fix those problems at the root.Standing right there on the trade show floor, Dr. Brown breaks down how to bridge the gap between research and real-world landscaping so you can explain plant health to your customers without making their eyes glaze over. Whether you're running a landscaping business or just want to grow healthier plants, this episode is packed with easy-to-apply insights that'll make your landscapes look better and last longer.Want your landscapes to stay green and keep more green in your wallet? Tune in now for expert advice you won't hear anywhere else.

Since we are nearing the end of 2024, this episode is a light-hearted conversation between four viticulture friends. As some of you may know, I started my career in viticulture in 1999. Three of my friends also began their grape growing journey that same year: Erin Amaral, Paul Crout, and Randy Heinzen. In this episode, I'm joined by Erin, Paul, and Randy for a conversation about our experiences in the vineyard industry over the past 25 years. Listen in to this fun episode as we talk about how the industry has grown and changed and share our favorite stories over the last two and a half decades. In this episode, you will hear: What the viticulture industry used to be like back in 1999 What has changed in the past 25 years Technological advancements and research improvements What we can expect for the future of viticulture Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click the ‘+ Follow' button in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second, and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Resources: Register for Fritz's FREE virtual live learning event, Breaking Bad Pruning Habits on January 8th at 5 pm CST: https://www.virtualviticultureacademy.com/breakingbad. If you have questions about today's episode or ideas for future episodes, go to VineyardUndergroundPodcast.com and click the Ask Fritz button.  Today's Guests: Erin Amaral is a vineyard manager for Pacific Coast Farming in San Luis Obispo, California and a licensed Pest Control Advisor. Connect with Erin at Pacific Coast Farming or via email at erin@pacificcoastfarming.com.  Paul Crout is a Pest Control Advisor and Certified Crop Advisor, and one of the foremost experts on wine grape nutrition and spray adjuvants. He currently works as an Agronomist with Helena Agri-Enterprises in California. Connect with Paul on LinkedIn or via email at winepca@gmail.com.  Randy Heinzen is a global vineyard management expert who has worked with some of the world's most sought-after vineyards. He is the owner and president of Vineyard Professional Services (VPS) in Paso Robles, CA. VPS currently manages over 4,000 acres across three counties along CA's Central Coast. Connect with Randy at Vineyard Professional Services.com or via email at rheinzen@vineyardpro.com. Episode Sponsor: Thank you to our friends over at SensorInsight for sponsoring today's episode. SensorInsight is a leader in vineyard soil moisture and weather monitoring.  SensorInsight designs state-of-the-art, remote satellite monitoring of soil moisture and weather, bringing actionable information for your vineyard operations straight to your phone, with real-time data so you can best decide when to turn on your irrigation, how long to run the system, and learn how the dynamics of soil moisture can change over a given season. Visit them today at https://sensorinsight.io. And don't forget to mention the code Underground to receive a discount on your SensorInsight solution. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.

Dr. Justin Calhoun visited with Jason and Tom during the MSU Row Crop Short Course in Starkville.  MSU Extension Director Dr. Angus Catchot introduced Dr. Calhoun during Row Crop Short Course.  Dr. Calhoun will return to Mississippi where he went to school after a few years as an agronomist with the University of Missouri in the bootheel at Portageville.  Listen to this episode and discover more on our website: http://extension.msstate.edu/shows/mississippi-crop-situation

In the Weeds Series 14 Episode 6: MSU Extension Field Crops Educators Monica Jean and Madelyn Celovsky sits down with Ashley Schulz, Luckey Farmers Inc. Agronomist, and Andrew Gladden, Luckey Farmers Inc. Director of IT, to discuss Luckey Farmers approach to addressing environment and agronomic need of farmers in the Western Lake Earie Basin through the use of technology. 

Should biological biostimulants be used to replace mineral nutrition and pesticides?  Premier's Prince of Corn, Glenn Longabaugh, is back!  Glenn joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies and is a fan favorite as the Agronomist at Premier Companies.On today's episode, we'll dive into current events in agronomy including changes that may occur in agriculture due to the presidential change and why Glenn sees some parallels to what was experienced in the past.  Glenn will share his thoughts regarding what inputs you should prioritize first and what is most important to do to the crop to increase the yield and make a grower a better steward of the environment and crop.  We'll learn more about what biological biostimulants are, what they do, and why they have become the wild west of agriculture.  “I can't think of anything that is harder on the environment, really, than organic farming.”

Should biological biostimulants be used to replace mineral nutrition and pesticides?  Premier's Prince of Corn, Glenn Longabaugh, is back!  Glenn joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies and is a fan favorite as the Agronomist at Premier Companies.On today's episode, we'll dive into current events in agronomy including changes that may occur in agriculture due to the presidential change and why Glenn sees some parallels to what was experienced in the past.  Glenn will share his thoughts regarding what inputs you should prioritize first and what is most important to do to the crop to increase the yield and make a grower a better steward of the environment and crop.  We'll learn more about what biological biostimulants are, what they do, and why they have become the wild west of agriculture.  “I can't think of anything that is harder on the environment, really, than organic farming.”

What is the TRAX program, and how can that help growers?  Your hosts, Jeff and Sal, are joined in the podcast room by Joe Zimmerman and Glenn Longabaugh for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Joe is the TRAX Agronomy Lead, and Glenn is a frequent guest and the Agronomist for Premier Companies.On today's episode, you'll learn more about Glenn and Joe's background, education, and career history.  You'll learn about the soil sampling process, the nutrients that are tested, and how the results are analyzed.  They'll also share how the system knows where each sample came from, how that informs the nutrient applications, and how the CropLink platform can provide data from current and previous years to help growers maximize their yield.  When it comes to utilizing TRAX and Croplink to make sure growers are planting and fertilizing in the appropriate amounts and locations, perhaps Glenn says it best.  “If Joe had more hair, they'd call him Goldilocks.  They don't put on too much, they don't put on too little, it's just right.”    

A kernel is a kernel is a kernel…  right?  Returning but still special guest Glenn Longabaugh joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Glenn is the Agronomist for Premier Companies, and in addition to being a wealth of knowledge and large words, he's a fan favorite!Glenn will share some of the surprises growers in the Midwest saw with the late-planted corn and how kernel depth and weight have been impacted by the growing conditions.  He'll also share his thoughts on whether growers should plant soybeans before or after corn and what that will mean for overall management.  Sal, Jeff, and Glenn will talk through some of the reasons why there has been such a dramatic variability in yield across the area and the damage charcoal rot can do to a soybean field.  “If you have fields that are disappointing and all you hear from the neighbors is, ‘Oh, this is the best crop I ever had,' trust me, it is not just you!”  

Have you ever heard a podcast recorded from a combine?  Today you will!  Returning and special guest Glenn Longabaugh joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama from the field.  Glenn is a fan favorite and the Agronomist for Premier Companies. In addition to discussing highly important topics like their favorite ice cream, Glenn, Sal, and Jeff will dive into a variety of topics associated with the harvest season.  Glenn will share how he handled drainage issues on a field he farms but doesn't own and the end results of the adjustments he made.  You'll also learn about Glenn's thoughts regarding preparing a field with cover crops and various ways to improve your land.  “To me, it's all about making the best acres better.”

How should you time your nutritional and fungicide applications?  To shed insight on that topic on this episode of the High Ground powered by Premier Companies, Glenn Longabaugh joins Sal Sama, VP of Agronomy Sales and Marketing and Jeff Jarrett, VP of New Business Ventures and Fertilizer for Premier Ag.  Unless you're brand new to the podcast, you already know and love Glenn, who is the Agronomist for Premier Companies.  Glenn will share his thoughts about the current state of our crops and why certain soilborne pathogens including brown stem rot and red crown rot can't be influenced much by fungicides and how they can cause significant yield loss.  You'll also hear about the ideal application and timing of fungicides and nutritionals on soybeans and how Premier account reps can help growers figure out the correct timing for their fields.  “If we can do what's best for the crop, it'll almost always make the grower more money.”

You see insects and say, “Let's go bomb ‘em,” right?  Well, maybe.  Everyone's favorite guest, Glenn Longabaugh, joins hosts Ryan Priest and Sal Sama for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Glenn is the Agronomist for Premier Companies, and he's here to talk about all things involving pest management.You'll learn about why the presence of certain insects means you should hold off on treatment and why the threshold for integrated pest management has changed since the 1980s.  Are you wondering what makes the many varieties of aphids so difficult to manage?  Glenn's got the scoop.  He'll also share why hoverflies are actually beneficial and why the correct timeline on the integrated pest management program is not only beneficial to the wallet but beneficial to the environment as well.  Ryan, Glenn, and Sal also dig into what we should be doing with our late season soybeans to enhance or protect yield.  Buckle up for another information-packed episode of The High Ground!

In this episode, John speaks with his friend and colleague, David Miller, Director of Applied Agronomyat Advancing Eco Agriculture. Together, they discuss the essential knowledge and skills required to excel as an agronomist, especially within the regenerative agriculture space. David shares insights from his 15-year journey in agronomy, emphasizing the importance of big-picture thinking and a deep understanding of both plant physiology and soil biology. He talks about the balance between maintaining a high-level overview of agricultural systems while calling upon detailed, crop-specific knowledge in his work. This conversation highlights the need for agronomists to understand the timing of various applications relative to the specific growth stages of plants. David provides examples from pecan and cotton farming, illustrating how precision nutrient management and timing can significantly impact crop yield and health. Additional Resources To learn more about AEA, please visit: https://advancingecoag.com/ To learn more about AEA's approach to agronomy, please watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dShMf8VmrM About John KempfJohn Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it.​ Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture.  AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Learn more about AEA's regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com