Podcasts about Agronomy

Key Topics & Notes • Why experienced crop consultants rely heavily on chemical soil analysis for making management decisions • The limitations of relying solely on biological soil testing • Why soil structure and aggregation play a critical role in plant health • How soil physical properties influence water movement, aeration, and root development • The importance of walking fields and directly interacting with soil • Using smell, texture, and visual indicators to understand soil conditions • How agronomists diagnose soil problems using multiple indicators at once • Why soil management is similar to medical diagnosis — identifying root causes rather than symptoms • The role of experience and pattern recognition in interpreting soil tests • Bridging lab data with real-world field observations Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ever wonder how winter conditions impact pests in your fields? Let's dive in!On this week's podcast, Kelly Estes from the University of Illinois shares insights on how weather conditions influence pest survival and trapping methods. As we move into a new growing season, understanding pest behavior and utilizing effective management strategies will be crucial for successful corn production.Kernels of Knowledge:- Stay Informed: Regularly check trapping data and utilize pest prediction tools to stay ahead of pest threats in your fields.- Monitor Weather Effects: Be aware of how weather conditions can impact pest survival and behavior, adjusting management practices accordingly.- Participate in Trapping Programs: Engage with local pest trapping programs to contribute data and gain insights into pest populations in your area.For more in-depth pest management tips and tools, check out the resources below.Links discussed in this episode:Corn ipmPIPEIllinois Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) programWater and Atmospheric Resources Monitoring (WARM) ProgramWyffels Hybrids Corn Rootworm MonitoringBetween The Rows® - Monitoring CRW PopulationsWe want to hear from you. Have questions you want us to address on future episodes? Ideas for how we can make this better? Email us at agronomy@wyffels.com. Disclaimer: This podcast's discussion of one-year trial results is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any product or management style mentioned. Results shared are based on specific study conditions and may not be applicable to your situation. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any decisions based on this information.Wyffels Hybrids. Fiercely independent, and proud of it.►  Let's ConnectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyffelsHybridsX: https://www.x.com/WyffelsHybridsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyffelshybrids/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyffelshybrids

On this episode, we sit down with Kyle Worthy, Director of Agronomy and the leader behind the award-winning course conditions that help make the Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure possible. Kyle takes us inside the behind-the-scenes world of turf management—sharing what it really takes to deliver championship-level playing surfaces, how early tournament preparation begins, […]

Sentosa Golf Club is holding 3 tournaments within 8-weeks! How does the team keep the green and club tournament-ready throughout the entire season?

John Jones, Assistant Professor of Agronomy at the University of Illinois College of ACES recaps his presentation at the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council Investment Insight Conference. Highlighting conversations from last week's Commodity Classic, including Shianne Reynolds from Bushel Plus and Matt Jungmann with the Farm Progress Show. U-of-I Extension Horticulture Educator Ken Johnson talks garden clean-up in advance of the 2026 growing season.  

With the arrival of spring weather, Teagasc tillage specialists Ciaran Collins and Shay Phelan join the podcast to discuss the priority agronomy tasks for the coming weeks.Soils remain quite wet on many farms, and both Ciaran and Shay caution against rushing into fieldwork — whether that's spreading fertiliser or planting spring crops. A little patience now, they advise, could lead to better results later.The closing date for the Tillage Sustainability Support Payment is on Monday March 9th.  All farmers with tillage should apply.  For more information: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-agriculture-food-and-the-marine/services/tillage-sustainability-support-payment/   For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

In this episode, the team welcomes Pioneer Field Agronomist Scott Eversgerd. He's spent 23 years serving southern Illinois along the I-64 corridor—home to nearly half of Illinois' soft red winter wheat acres. Scott shares deep expertise on high-management wheat systems, including: Setting up strong fall establishment and even emergence Target seeding rates for high-yield wheat Spring nitrogen strategies, split applications, and managing lodging risk Sulfur and micronutrient considerations Fungicide timing for stripe rust, flag leaf protection, and head scab Harvest timing strategies to protect quality and maximize double-crop soybean opportunities What hybrid wheat could mean for the future of wheat production From growth stage timing (timing, timing, timing!) to practical scouting checkpoints, this episode is packed with actionable recommendations for growers looking to elevate wheat from a rotation crop to a high-performing profit center. For more episodes and agronomic resources, visit pioneer.com/podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Lynn Sollenberger from the University of Florida explains how grassland systems deliver critical ecosystem services while supporting sustainable livestock production. He discusses grass legume integration, soil protection, nutrient cycling, and resilience under grazing management. Dr. Sollenberger highlights how informed management can turn environmental challenges into opportunities for agriculture. Listen now on all major platforms!"Anything that we do to those grassland systems is going to have a large carryover effect on Earth and the human population."Meet the guest: Dr. Lynn Sollenberger is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Agronomy at the University of Florida, specializing in grassland ecology and plant-animal environment interactions. His work focuses on ecosystem services, sustainable forage systems, and the integration of legume-grass systems to improve agricultural resilience. With decades of research, teaching, and mentoring experience, Dr. Sollenberger has shaped the field of grassland science in the United States. Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:03) Introduction(06:22) Ecosystem services(10:36) Soil protection(13:08) Animals role(17:14) Legume importance(22:03) System resilience(29:43) Final three questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS

Eric Dinger, CEO of LandOption, sees a new type of agricultural expert coming to a farm near you.

Welcome back! It was a pleasure to chat with Mark Hooker recently, who is the Director of Agronomy at Royal Auckland and The Grange GC. Mark gave some fantastic insight into his career, which includes positions all over the globe and how he ended up in his current position at RAGGC. Mark detailed the preparation for this weeks' ISPS Handa Japan Australasian Championship and listed some of his favourite holes across the 27 hole property.  

Corn rootworm management is a pressing concern for many growers, but the best strategy isn't the same for everybody. In this week's podcast episode, we explore effective management strategies based on recent research findings. With expert insights from Brent Tharp and Eric Wilson, gain a deeper understanding of how to optimize your corn production while mitigating rootworm damage.Effective management of corn rootworm requires a combination of proactive monitoring and research-backed treatment options. As we continue to explore and refine these strategies, growers can enhance their crop resilience and yield potential. For more insights, consider implementing the discussed practices and continuing to monitor your fields for rootworm activity. Links discussed in this episode:Wyffels Hybrids Corn Rootworm MonitoringOur Corn Products - Wyffels HybridsWyffels Hybrids Seed Corn Technology OptionsBetween The Rows® - Monitoring CRW PopulationsWe want to hear from you. Have questions you want us to address on future episodes? Ideas for how we can make this better? Email us at agronomy@wyffels.com. Wyffels Hybrids. Fiercely independent, and proud of it.►  Let's ConnectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyffelsHybridsX: https://www.x.com/WyffelsHybridsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyffelshybrids/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyffelshybrids

Dr. Paul Skinner discusses his career in viticulture and his time as a member of the Soil Science Society of America.   Contact us at podcast@sciencesocieties.org or on Twitter @FieldLabEarth if you have comments, questions, or suggestions for show topics, and if you want more content like this don't forget to subscribe. If you'd like to see old episodes or sign up for our newsletter, you can do so here: https://fieldlabearth.libsyn.com/.   If you would like to reach out to Paul, you can find him here: https://www.sequum.com/contact/ Resources Transcripts: https://www.rev.com/app/transcript/Njk5NzRjMTQ1ODkzNTI3MDhjMTA0YTg2ZXZHWFZsdlBldXFv/o/VEMwNDIzMzczNzAy  Sequum Wine: https://www.sequum.com/ Field, Lab, Earth is Copyrighted by the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America.

Send a textG'day and welcome to the A Place to Call Home Podcast.In this episode, I sit down with Ross Newman — pasture agronomist, problem solver, decision-making coach, and lifelong learner based in Rockhampton.Ross works with beef producers across Queensland helping them solve the problems consuming their pasture systems — and more importantly, coaching them to make smarter decisions in their business.From growing up on a potato farm that's been in the family since 1897… To stepping away to build skills and experience… To travelling internationally and working across pasture systems around the world… And ultimately finding his way back home.This is a conversation about grass, mindset, resilience, and clarity.It's about understanding that you can't produce beef without leaf.It's about challenging “this is how we've always done it.”And it's about building prosperity — not just financially, but in soil, systems, and self.In this episode, we chat about: Growing up on a mixed potato farm and the lessons from working alongside family  Realising the farm wasn't big enough for multiple families — and stepping away to grow Choosing experience over income in the early years of his career Why pastures are the foundation of profitable beef production The most common mistakes producers make in their grazing systems Why clarity of mind leads to better on-farm decisions The importance of continuous learning and investing in yourself Mental health, vulnerability, and having the right conversations in agriculture Using his family farm as an R&D block to challenge conventional thinking What “Pasture to Prosperity” really meansResources mentioned:

Summary Book a Strategy Call In this episode of Leadership on the Links, we sit down with two seasoned golf industry veterans — Bill Langley, retired General Manager & CEO of the Club at Quail Ridge, and Clark Jones, longtime Greens Chairman at The Country Club in Pepper Pike, Ohio and Gulfstream Golf Club — to explore what it truly takes to build a high-performing club from the inside out. Hosted by Tyler Bloom of Bloom Golf Partners, this conversation dives deep into the critical relationships that make or break a club's success: GM-superintendent dynamics, greens committee communication, member expectations, and the hiring practices shaping the next generation of golf course leaders. Whether you're a superintendent, club manager, Greens Chair, or aspiring industry professional, this episode is packed with hard-won wisdom you won't find in a textbook. What You'll Learn: The GM-Superintendent Relationship: Why mutual respect and open communication are the foundation of any successful club — and how to build that relationship even when leadership isn't proactive about it. The Role of the Head Golf Professional: How the golf pro acts as the "bank teller" of the club — hearing member feedback first — and why looping them into agronomic decisions is a game-changer. Greens Committee Best Practices: What makes a greens committee effective, how to involve diverse member voices (high and low handicappers, male and female), and why a mission statement can serve as your anchor when things get turbulent. Setting Realistic Member Expectations: How to communicate challenges outside the superintendent's control — like weather — and why having a communication infrastructure in place makes those tough conversations easier. Budgeting & Capital Projects: How GMs and Greens Chairs evaluate capital improvement requests, why a well-built business case matters, and how to frame a conversation around ROI rather than just agronomic necessity. Hiring for Cultural Fit: What hiring committees are really looking for beyond technical skills — leadership, emotional intelligence, attention to detail, and workplace culture. The Power of a Portfolio: Why a well-crafted interview portfolio can differentiate you from a sea of similar resumes, what to include (before/after photos, behavioral reports, SOP examples), and how to strategically deploy it throughout the process. Title Inflation in the Industry: A candid conversation about the rise of "Director of Agronomy" titles and what committees actually look for beyond the label. Book Recommendations: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara and Sea Stories by Admiral William McRaven — two reads that connect service, leadership, and attention to detail in ways that translate directly to club management. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & Introductions 02:00 – The GM-Superintendent relationship: lessons from 40 years in the club business 05:50 – How superintendents can proactively build relationships with their GM 07:30 – Greens committee communication and the "left hand / right hand" problem 10:00 – Creating a club mission statement to anchor tough conversations 13:00 – Managing member expectations and handling weather challenges 20:00 – The superintendent-golf pro relationship: why it may be the most important one at the club 28:00 – How greens committees effectively evaluate capital budgets and equipment requests 40:00 – What hiring committees really want: leadership, culture, and attention to detail 54:00 – Navigating Director of Agronomy vs. Superintendent title distinctions 01:03:00 – Interview portfolios: what works, what doesn't, and how to stand out 01:07:00 – Favorite leadership & hospitality book recommendations 01:09:00 – Closing thoughts and takeaways    

Farmlands’ Head of Agronomy talks about the benefits of re-grassing. Why, how and when.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheila Alves, a researcher in Teagasc, Oak Park and Cork-based Teagasc tillage advisor, Michael McCarthy, join this week's Tillage Edge to discuss what growers need to know about spring beans for the 2026 season. “With margins remaining competitive compared to other spring crops, beans are expected to be widely grown again this year,” Michael McCarthy explains.  The conversation focuses on key establishment decisions, including field selection, soil conditions, drilling timing, seed rates, and achieving optimal plant populations.  The guests also share practical advice on nutrition and weed control. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

This week on Turf Today, The guys chat with a friend of many in this industry, Mark Jordan. Mark spent 36 years at Westfield Country Club, serving as Superintendent, General Manager, and Director of Agronomy. A rare combination of leadership roles that speaks to the trust, respect, and vision he brought to the property. From championship-level course conditions to leading teams and mentoring future industry professionals, Mark's impact runs deep. A former President of the GCSAA, Mark shares powerful stories about leadership, mentorship, family life on the golf course and the lifelong friendships built through service and volunteering. Now retired from daily golf course operations, Mark continues to shape the game through his work with the Ohio Collegiate Golf Tour, investing in the next generation of players and industry leaders. This episode is about legacy, humility, and what it truly means to serve the game of golf. A conversation every turf professional, and anyone who loves the game, needs to hear. Please share the show with your friends and give the show five stars! 

Dr. Donald L. Smith is the Distinguished James McGill Professor in the Department of Plant Science at McGill University. He is also CEO of BioFuelNet Canada, Head of Biomass Canada, and Head of the McGill Network for Innovation on Biofuels and Bioproduct. Don's research examines relationships between plants and the microbes that live in association with them, particularly in the roots. He and his collaborators have discovered evidence of signaling between plants and microbes, including microbial signaling that causes plants to grow better. They also uncovered that plants respond much more strongly to signals in the presence of drought or cold stress. Now they are expanding their investigations to examine a wide range of plant-associated microbes to better understand the signals they send and how they may impact plant health and resilience. Outside of the lab, Don loves to unwind and recharge by going on walks and reading great novels. He is also an avid traveler who enjoys blending work with trips to new places whenever possible, turning conferences and collaborations into opportunities to explore the world. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Acadia University and his PhD from the University of Guelph. Afterwards, he worked as an Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Postdoctoral Fellow at Agriculture Canada before joining the faculty at McGill University in 1985. Over the course of his career, Don has received many awards and honors, including, the Clean50 award for contributions to sustainable development and clean capitalism in Canada and the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, in this case for significant contributions to intelligent agriculture . He is also a Fellow of the Canadian Society of Agronomy, and he served as a Member of the Canada-US think tank on climate change and agriculture in North Eastern North America. In our interview, Don shares more about his life and science.

How does the marketing department support agronomy? First-time guest, Lisa King, joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Lisa is in week three of her training as a marketing specialist for Premier Companies and works primarily with the agronomy division.Lisa will share about her background in marketing and what brought her to Premier Companies. Sal, Jeff, and Lisa will also dig into how the marketing department helps the agronomy department communicate with the growers and learn how the agriculture industry is able to tap into a variety of marketing campaigns to broaden their communication and strengthen relationships. “It doesn't matter what job you're in…  we're all in marketing in some capacity.”

"Synthesis, function, and genetic variation of sorgoleone, the major biological nitrification inhibitor in sorghum" with Drs. Sakiko Okumoto, Bill Rooney, and Guntur Subbarao When we fertilize our crops, some of the nitrogen from that fertilizer gets converted into different forms through processes called nitrification and denitrification. When non-plant available forms of nitrogen exit the soil through water or as gas, it's a serious environmental problem. Thankfully, plants have some pretty nifty ways to prevent nitrification, such as biological nitrification inhibition or BNI, a process that manages the bacteria that cause nitrification. In this episode, Sakiko, Bill, and Guntur join me to discuss sorgoleone, a product of sorghum roots that plays a key role in the BNI process. Tune in to learn: ·         What sorgoleone is ·         How it helps ·         What challenges breeders face in increasing it ·         What challenges researchers face in moving this research out into farms If you would like more information about this topic, this episode's paper is available here: https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.70066 This paper is always freely available. Contact us at podcast@sciencesocieties.org or on Twitter @FieldLabEarth if you have comments, questions, or suggestions for show topics, and if you want more content like this don't forget to subscribe. If you'd like to see old episodes or sign up for our newsletter, you can do so here: https://fieldlabearth.libsyn.com/. If you would like to reach out to Sakiko, you can find her here: sakiko.okumoto@agnet.tamu.edu If you would like to reach out to Bill, you can find him here: william.rooney@ag.tamu.edu If you would like to reach out to Guntur, you can find him here: gunturs0148@jircas.go.jp   If you would like to reach out to Megan Baker from our Student Spotlight, you can find her here: megbaker1100@gmail.com Resources CEU Quiz: https://web.sciencesocieties.org/Learning-Center/Courses/Course-Detail?productid=%7bAB41759C-0E0D-F111-8406-0022480A5E44%7d  Transcripts: https://www.rev.com/app/transcript/Njk5NDlkNTQ3MGMxYTkxMWE5MmU5ODhhc2RIRkw0Vm9MSkJ5/o/VEMwMjQ2NTEyODQ4 AgriLife Today Article: https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2024/09/12/texas-am-agrilife-researchers-identify-novel-approach-to-minimize-nitrogen-loss-in-crops/  BNI consortium conference: JIRCAS organizes International BNI-consortium meetings in Tsukuba, Japan, every two years. The next BNI-consortium meeting will be in the first week of December 2026. Most BNI-researchers working with JIRCAS BNI-team are invited for this meeting along with researchers who wish to enter into this research and establish collaborative linkages with other members of this group. Field, Lab, Earth is Copyrighted by the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America.

Stewart Naugler is the Director of Agronomy at Loraloma in Texas. We talked about zoysiagrass as a golfing surface, playability, and maintenance requirements. We started by discussion my "Achieving the warm-season links" article, available here: https://www.asianturfgrass.com/publication/woods-2013-gca/Read more about all kinds of turfgrass topics at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/Find a suite of decision-making tools at https://www.paceturf.org/Get free ATC newsletters at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/newsletter/ Thailand GCSA Sustainable Turfgrass Management in Asia conference: https://stmia.asianturfgrass.com/Find out more about soil tests with ATC at https://www.asianturfgrass.com/project/soil-tests/

Working with the EU funded VALPRO Path project team, Michael Hennessy visits agricultural grain drying and storage specialists McArthur BDC in the UK.  Michael speaks with John McArthur about the company's work installing large-scale grain storage and drying systems, alongside their plans to process home-grown beans for inclusion in poultry rations.The discussion explores how small-scale trials, along with results from large commercial poultry units, show that beans can successfully compete with soya in feed rations. John also discusses how improved infrastructure and local processing could create new markets for UK-grown protein crops, reduce reliance on imported soya, and at the same time add value across the arable sector.For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

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EarthWorks has returned from a fantastic week in Orlando at the GCSAA Trade Show and Conference, and by every measure, it was a tremendous success. On Wednesday afternoon, we welcomed friends from across the industry to our booth for cocktails. The space was packed from start to finish, and venue staff told us the EarthWorks gathering was the largest event on the show floor.Throughout the week, we spent valuable time with our distributor partners aligning goals for the year ahead while also connecting with countless turfgrass managers to answer questions, exchange ideas, and simply catch up. Those conversations remain the highlight of the show for our team. Reconnecting with longtime colleagues, some relationships spanning decades, and hearing both professional successes and personal updates is always deeply rewarding.One noticeable trend this year was the number of new companies entering the “organic” space. To us, this signals that EarthWorks' nearly 40-year commitment to biological soil management continues to influence the industry in meaningful ways. We repeatedly heard from clients that EarthWorks has risen to the forefront of the carbon-based fertility movement, with more companies embracing a soil-first philosophy.As we shared stories from the week, the team also discussed opportunities to refine our approach for next year. And while there may be one notable exception, most of us are already looking forward to gathering again in New Orleans.Visit EarthWorks at: https://www.earthworksturf.com Podcasts: https://www.earthworksturf.com/earthworks-podcasts/ 2 Minute Turf Talks: https://www.earthworksturf.com/2-minute-turf-talks/

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

New Wyffels Hybrids Agronomy Manager Mike Witt is a self-described "talker". While he enjoys getting behind the podcast microphone, he insists it isn't his natural habitat. With the planting season quickly approaching, he's excited to get out in the field and meet Wyffels growers all across western Iowa. In the latest episode of "Keeping It Independent", host Eric Wilson introduces Mike Witt - the newest member of the Wyffels Product and Agronomy team. With over two decades of experience in the agricultural industry, Mike brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to his new role. This episode dives into his background, his vision for agronomic service in western Iowa, and the exciting relationships he plans to forge. Links discussed in this episode:Our Corn Products - Wyffels HybridsRequest our Product Guide Wyffels Hybrids Trial ResultsWe want to hear from you. Have questions you want us to address on future episodes? Ideas for how we can make this better? Email us at agronomy@wyffels.com. Wyffels Hybrids. Fiercely independent, and proud of it.►  Let's ConnectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyffelsHybridsX: https://www.x.com/WyffelsHybridsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyffelshybrids/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyffelshybrids

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We're trying something a little bit different. In addition to our regular episodes with Abby, we'll be adding a monthly bonus episode with Jim Cudahy, the CEO of the Societies. In this first episode, Jim has a chat with the three Society presidents, discussing current challenges and opportunities for the Societies, including ways that members can get the most out of our programs, but guests will vary a lot from there! Please give a listen and let us know what you think. If there are specific guests or topics you want us to cover, let us know! Contact us at podcast@sciencesocieties.org or on Twitter @FieldLabEarth if you have comments, questions, or suggestions for show topics, and if you want more content like this don't forget to subscribe. If you'd like to see old episodes or sign up for our newsletter, you can do so here: https://fieldlabearth.libsyn.com/. If you would like to reach out to Jim, you can find him here: https://tinyurl.com/yeysfjw4 If you would like to reach out to Wade, you can find him here: https://tinyurl.com/864khur7 If you would like to reach out to Felix, you can find him here: https://tinyurl.com/39h2zy3a If you would like to reach out to Aaron, you can find him here: https://tinyurl.com/4yanbf7y   Resources Transcripts: https://www.rev.com/app/transcript/Njk3MjVkNWMzZWJkMTZmYTQzZTc5YTZmaXN3TVBMLWdkZlgz/o/VEMwOTU5NjUyMjUz Societies homepage: https://www.sciencesocieties.org/ American Society of Agronomy: https://www.agronomy.org/ Crop Science Society of America: https://www.crops.org/ Soil Science Society of America: https://www.soils.org/ Field, Lab, Earth is Copyrighted by the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America.

Book a Strategy Call: https://www.bloomgolfpartners.com/book-a-strategy-call Summary In this episode of Leadership on the Links, Tyler Bloom sits down with Kenton Brunson, Director of Agronomy at Mid Ocean Club, to explore why golf course superintendents are uniquely positioned to become elite club leaders. Kenton shares his unconventional career journey, from agronomy student to superintendent to earning his MBA and CCM, while challenging long-held assumptions about silos in club operations. The conversation dives deep into education versus experience, the real value of advanced degrees, and how continued learning helps superintendents earn credibility in the boardroom. Kenton explains how exposure to club management disciplines reshaped the way he leads people, collaborates with department heads, and measures performance across his team. Listeners also gain a behind-the-scenes look at Mid Ocean's progressive people-development systems, including skills matrices, performance scorecards, emotional intelligence tracking, and learning-and-development investment. Kenton emphasizes that leadership longevity isn't about doing everything yourself, it's about building systems, trusting people, and choosing the right leaders to learn from early in your career. This episode reinforces a powerful message: superintendents already manage the largest assets, budgets, and teams at the club, now it's time to fully step into that leadership potential.   What You'll Learn • Why superintendents are naturally positioned to become club executives • The real ROI of MBAs, CCMs, and continued education • How education helps superintendents earn trust in the boardroom • Why getting "out of your silo" makes you a better leader • How to use performance scorecards instead of opinions • Building staff development systems that improve retention • Why people development is a competitive advantage for clubs • How emotional intelligence impacts leadership effectiveness • Practical approaches to delegation and time management • Career advice for young superintendents planning long-term success Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and why superintendents are built to lead 01:50 – Kenton's early career path and agronomy background 03:40 – From superintendent to thinking like a club executive 05:45 – Education vs. experience: MBA and CCM insights 08:30 – Getting into the room: why education still matters 11:00 – What superintendents learn from club management programs 13:10 – Breaking silos and connecting with department heads 15:40 – Performance management and staff development systems 18:30 – Skills matrices, scorecards, and measuring success 22:10 – Emotional intelligence and leadership self-awareness 25:20 – Delegation, time management, and leadership mindset 29:40 – Governance, alignment, and defining success at the club 33:00 – Choosing leaders over logos early in your career 37:10 – Leadership advice to Kenton's younger self 38:30 – Final thoughts and where to connect   Links Mentioned Bloom Golf Partners Website: https://www.bloomgolfpartners.com Club Management Association of America (CMAA): https://www.cmaa.orgGCSAA: https://www.gcsaa.org  

Welcome to this special episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast – the Farmers Weekly Question Time Event at the 2026 Association of Independent Crop Consultants Conference. Recorded in front of a live audience on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, farmers and other conference delegates quiz industry leaders on topical agricultural issues. Our panel is: Baroness Minette Batters, author of the Farming Profitability Review Andrew Blazey, AICC chairman and partner at Prime Agriculture Jenny Brunton, senior European policy advisor at the British Agriculture Bureau, Brussels Yorkshire farmer Paul Temple, of the Global Farmer Network. Oli Fletcher, is a Leicestershire farmer, historian and Farming Explained YouTuber Farmers Weekly Question Time is hosted by Farmers Weekly Podcast editor Johann Tasker. To attend or sponsor future Farmers Weekly Question Time events, visit fwi.co.uk/questiontime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the headwinds facing organic and regenerative farmers is the fact that all of the latest genetics are optimized for conventional systems.

Seed corn package diversity is more than relative maturity. Hybrids build yield in a variety a ways - ear length, ear girth, kernel weight. It's important to know how each product gets to the finish line and what package can work best on your acres.On today's podcast, the Wyffels agronomy managers discuss our yield component trials. Wyffels has conducted research to better understand how individual hybrids express their yield components. Hybrids are planted at low and high populations to determine how hybrid yield components change, or "flex", in response to stress. Ears are collected to determine how the girth, length, and kernel weight are affected by stress. Differences are converted to a percentage to show how each yield component influences total ear flex by product. You can fine-tune management to protect genetic yield potential by knowing how hybrids respond to stress.Links discussed in this episode:Our Corn Products - Wyffels HybridsRequest our Product Guide with Yield Component Information.Between the Rows® - Fungicide Use on Wyffels HybridsWyffels Hybrids Trial ResultsWe want to hear from you. Have questions you want us to address on future episodes? Ideas for how we can make this better? Email us at agronomy@wyffels.com. Wyffels Hybrids. Fiercely independent, and proud of it.►  Let's ConnectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WyffelsHybridsX: https://www.x.com/WyffelsHybridsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyffelshybrids/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyffelshybrids

Episode 502 takes you straight to the Oklahoma Wheat Commission booth at the AgriFest in Enid—where the smell of fresh bread and cinnamon rolls is basically a tractor beam for farmers. Dave Deken and Dr. Brian Arnall sit down with Kay County wheat producer Tom Cannon, now a new Oklahoma Wheat Commission board member, to pull back the curtain on what “checkoff dollars” actually do. Tom shares the producer-side view of how funds support wheat research (better varieties, better quality, better management), expand export demand (he notes about half of Oklahoma wheat is headed overseas), and build ag literacy through hands-on education.The conversation hits home on why wheat still matters in modern rotations—especially after drought and wind reminded everyone what bare ground can do. From no-till residue and moisture protection to the “wheat + cotton” tag-team, Tom makes the case that wheat is the foundational crop that holds systems (and small towns) together. And just for fun: you'll also hear about the “drone posse” concept—proof that Oklahoma agriculture is equal parts tradition, grit, and innovation.Top 10 takeawaysOklahoma winter wheat is a cornerstone crop economically and agronomically—and it still moves the needle statewide.Checkoff dollars are meant to act like a “marketing + research engine” for producers who are busy producing.Export market development is a major lever because a huge share of wheat demand is outside the local elevator.Producer education about checkoffs matters—refund requests signal a communication gap (Tom estimates ~6–8% refunded).Wheat's residue is “soil armor” in Oklahoma—helping reduce erosion, slow evaporation, and improve water capture.No-till isn't a set-it-and-forget-it system; it rewards deeper management—and wheat often anchors that system.Wheat and cotton can complement each other well in rotation, especially when you manage residue and planting windows.Research isn't just yield—quality traits (protein management, fiber work) protect demand and create new value opportunities.Wheat success ripples through rural economies: equipment, parts, groceries, schools—everyone feels good crop years.Leadership in ag often starts the same way: somebody asks you to step up… and you decide to say yes.Timestamped Rundown00:00–00:01 — Dave opens Episode 502; Oklahoma wheat scale and value context; tees up the topic.00:01–01:52 — Intro of Brian Arnall Ph.D.; episode recorded at the Oklahoma Wheat Commission booth at KNID AgriFest (Jan. 10, 2026).02:05–04:07 — On-location banter: the bread/cinnamon roll operation, on-site oven, “follow your nose” traffic pattern.04:10–05:23 — Call-back to Tom's earlier appearance (mental health); stigma fading; “it's okay to talk.”05:47–07:52 — Tom's path to the Wheat Commission board; why producer feedback matters; “their money” must be used wisely.07:52–11:59 — What the Commission does: promote wheat locally + worldwide; support OSU research; board debate + shared intent.12:01–13:35 — Export emphasis; Tom notes ~50% of production exported; “what would markets be without it?”13:35–16:52 — Research examples: nitrogen timing/protein, quality improvements, fiber-enriched wheat; surprise: refund requests (Tom estimates ~6–8%).17:07–17:55 — Why checkoffs exist: producers aren't “marketing departments,” commissions fill that role.18:00–21:25 — Wheat acres + rotations; drought lessons; wheat residue and soil protection; no-till adoption in Kay County.21:25–24:45 — Cotton + wheat synergy; residue realities; why wheat after cotton works; harvest/header/residue discussion.24:46–26:29 — Logistics: drill “following the picker,” gin/trucking systems to clear fields fast for planting.26:29–28:49 — “Drone posse” business model; co-op fleet idea; custom work potential (moving north during fungicide season).28:53–30:06 — Public-facing work: baking events, wheat quality promotion, school coloring books/education.30:06–33:47 — Wheat's ripple effect on rural towns (dealerships, stores, services); extra cents per bushel matters locally; OSU's role.34:17–35:58 — Upcoming advocacy: Wheat Day at the Capitol, Ag Day, DC visits; educating policymakers about food production.36:00–36:51 — Wrap-up and where to connect with the show. RedDirtAgronomy.com

In this episode, questions are raised over agriculture's Net Zero ambition after the NFU makes two climate change experts redundant. With cereal margins under pressure, can independent agronomists help make arable farming profitable again? Farm leader Tom Bradshaw faces a leadership challenge from NFU deputy president David Exwood: we preview next month's union elections. And we examine the prospects for the farmland market in 2026. A reminder that the deadline to enter the Women in Agriculture Awards is 30 January 2026. Join the Women in Agriculture Network by downloading the StayPost app for iOS or Android. This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom. Edited and produced by Johann Tasker. Contact or follow Johann: linkedin.com/in/johanntasker/ Contact or follow Louise: linkedin.com/in/louise-impey-95470b20b/ Contact or follow Hugh: linkedin.com/in/hugh-broom-9b11906a/ For Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow linkedin.com/company/farmers-weekly To contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our new episode, the incomparable John Reilly joins us to talk about data collection, social media, his secrets for maintaining smooth and true greens, and much more!

"The critical period of cover crop management: A framework for maximizing biomass potential and minimizing volunteers with buckwheat" with Dr. Andrew McKenzie-Gopsill Buckwheat can be a powerful driver of ecosystem services in potato rotations grown in Canada, but with its long-lived seeds and ability to make a whole lot of them in a short time, it can also pose a serious volunteer problem. In this episode, Andrew joins me to discuss how creating a framework to reduce volunteers can help keep this helpful plant from turning into a fearsome weed. Tune in to learn: ·         How potato farming is done in Canada ·         What ecosystem services buckwheat provides ·         What qualities can turn buckwheat from a helpful crop to a difficult to control weed ·         How combining tools from weed management can help keep buckwheat under control If you would like more information about this topic, this episode's paper is available here: https://doi.org/10.1002/agj2.70097 This paper is always freely available. Contact us at podcast@sciencesocieties.org or on Twitter @FieldLabEarth if you have comments, questions, or suggestions for show topics, and if you want more content like this don't forget to subscribe. If you'd like to see old episodes or sign up for our newsletter, you can do so here: https://fieldlabearth.libsyn.com/. If you would like to reach out to Andrew, you can find him here: andrew.mckenzie-gopsill@agr.gc.ca Resources CEU Quiz: https://web.sciencesocieties.org/Learning-Center/Courses/Course-Detail?productid=%7bAEC405A7-85F1-F011-8407-6045BD006BB3%7d  Transcripts: https://www.rev.com/app/captions/Njk2OTMwMDM0NzRlNjAzMGE4ZTBiM2JlUGhMWW10UnF3c0h2/o/Q1AwODE3NDYyMDk1  Atlantic Grains Council: https://atlanticgrainscouncil.ca/ PEI Potato Board: https://peipotatoagronomy.com/ Canadian Weed Science Society, of which Andrew will be president as of Nov 6th 2025. https://weedscience.ca/ Agri-Food and Agriculture Canada: https://agriculture.canada.ca/en New Brunswick Potato Board: https://www.potatoesnb.com/ Field, Lab, Earth is Copyrighted by the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America.

Soil core sampling is the most widely used and reliable form of soil testing, but is it the most accurate for all types of measurements?

In this episode of Ag Tech Talk by AgriBusiness Global (ABG), Jim Zimmer, Operating Partner at Granite Creek Capital and Co-Founder of Moraine Farmland Partners, discusses how farmland valuation is changing in the era of advanced agronomy and precision technology.

On this episode of The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith and guests Dale Cowan of AGRIS Co-op and Rob Miller of BASF Canada discuss the smartest spend: what does an extra dollar of N return? How can we make sure the money spent on crop protection does what it should? Are there obvious places to stretch... Read More

With the amount of data and detailed information we can glean from a farm with technology, the job of an agronomist is becoming more and more complicated.

With tools to better measure biology, agronomy is evolving beyond just focusing on chemistry.

Ashley Storby joins the podcast to talk about minimalistic Christmas decorations, vocabulary words that we've never heard of, and how new field decision tools can help optimize your operation.    Ashley Storby - Agronomy Innovations Manager with Corteva AgriScience Sam Paulson - Product Sales Specialist Manager Chris Horob - Precision Support Manager Sam Jensen - Precision Support Specialist

Each year at this time, we bring the EarthWorks agronomy team together to reflect on the past year and to thank everyone who has supported us over the last 37 years. This year, we were joined by our friend and chemist, Lawrence Mayhew, one of our favorite and most popular guests.As a team, we discussed the trends we are seeing across the industry, particularly in agronomic technology. By studying current research and the work being done within regenerative agriculture communities, it is exciting to see that Biological Soil Management is not only here to stay, but thriving within the sports turf world. The lawn care industry also came up, with many LCOs making the shift to carbon-based fertility and experiencing both agronomic and financial benefits.Golf course construction continues to trend upward, and each of us has stories of turf managers who have seen significant success using the EarthWorks amendment package. Many of those stories have been shared through the EarthWorks Podcast. This team truly is a family, and that connection is clear in the conversations and interactions among coworkers and friends on the podcast.We wish everyone a very happy holiday season, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. Most of all, we want to sincerely thank you for helping make the past 37 years so incredibly successful. Thank you.Visit EarthWorks at: https://www.earthworksturf.com Podcasts: https://www.earthworksturf.com/earthworks-podcasts/ 2 Minute Turf Talks: https://www.earthworksturf.com/2-minute-turf-talks/

On this episode of The Agronomists, host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Peter "Bah Humbug" Johnson of RealAg and Mike "Ho Ho Ho" Palmier of MNP Ag Intellect to review the 2025 growing season and discuss top agronomic issues, challenges and wins or surprises from spring, summer, and fall! This episode of The Agronomists is... Read More

"Within-family genomic selection in strawberry: optimization of marker density, trial design, and training set composition" with Dr. Joshua Sleper If plant breeding were a poker game, you'd have to play a lot of hands to beat the house. Quantitative genetics hopes to give players an advantage by recognizing patterns that can point to future success. In strawberry, a genetically complex and labor-intensive plant, this is particularly important. This episode, Joshua join me to discuss his work using quantitative genetics to help give strawberry breeders a hand. Tune in to learn: ·        How some plants have "sticky cards" in their genetics ·        What challenges strawberry breeders face ·        How many clones are really enough ·        What lies on the horizon for strawberry breeding If you would like more information about this topic, this episode's paper is available here: https://doi.org/10.1002/tpg2.20550 This paper is always freely available. Contact us at podcast@sciencesocieties.org or on Twitter @FieldLabEarth if you have comments, questions, or suggestions for show topics, and if you want more content like this don't forget to subscribe. If you'd like to see old episodes or sign up for our newsletter, you can do so here: https://fieldlabearth.libsyn.com/. If you would like to reach out to Joshua, you can find him here: j.sleper@ufl.edu Resources CEU Quiz: https://web.sciencesocieties.org/Learning-Center/Courses/Course-Detail?productid=%7b9908BAD4-89DB-F011-8544-000D3A3685DF%7d  Transcripts: Coming soon Rex Bernardo's Essentials of Plant Breeding: https://www.abebooks.com/9780972072427/Essentials-Plant-Breeding-Rex-Bernardo-097207242X/plp   A Quarter Century of Genomewide Prediction - Dr. Rex Bernardo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K45M4N9mJBM&t=8s Field, Lab, Earth is Copyrighted by the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America.

It is rare these days to see someone stay in a job for more than 26 years, and even rarer to find a person who pours themselves into their work as if it were their own company. This month, we have been celebrating someone who has done all of that and so much more.More than 26 years ago, Lisa Kiefer walked into our office for an interview as an office support person. At the end of 2025, she will be retiring as the company's Vice President. Over the years, many people in the EarthWorks extended family have spoken with Lisa on the phone or had the pleasure of working with her through one of her many responsibilities.As the owner and president of the company, I can honestly and humbly say that if Lisa had not walked into our office that spring afternoon, we may not be here today. She has been instrumental in our growth and direction. She kept the company moving forward while the rest of us were able to get out into the field and help turf managers discover the real value of Biological Soil Management.Many companies have someone like Lisa, but very few have someone who truly lives and breathes the work and carries such a deep passion for the mission we all embraced. She has been juggling balls and, more recently, elephants for her entire time with us. Unfortunately, elephants are not easy to juggle, so she has decided it is time to focus on her family, her six grandchildren, and life on the farm.To say we will miss her is an understatement. Expressing how grateful we are for her warm spirit, contagious laugh, and incredible work ethic comes effortlessly. We sat down in the same spot where we first met Lisa to record this podcast, sharing a few laughs, reminiscing often, remembering old friends, and even shedding a few tears.This is not goodbye by any means, but simply a change in the relationship Lisa has had for so long with the team and with all our friends at EarthWorks.Visit EarthWorks at: https://www.earthworksturf.com Podcasts: https://www.earthworksturf.com/earthworks-podcasts/ 2 Minute Turf Talks: https://www.earthworksturf.com/2-minute-turf-talks/