Podcasts about cover crops

What makes Ag PhD Field Day one of the premier educational events in agriculture every year? In this What's Working in Ag segment, Darren Hefty joins Farm4Profit to preview everything coming to the 2026 Ag PhD Field Day, including brand-new equipment launches, recently approved herbicides, AI discussions, fertility management, and practical agronomic advice for the season ahead. The conversation covers why farmers from across the country attend the event, how innovation continues to reshape agriculture, and why networking with fellow producers can be just as valuable as the latest technology demonstrations. Darren also discusses current crop conditions, disease pressure, fungicide timing, drone applications, fertility economics, and offers practical advice for farmers dealing with flooded fields and prevented planting situations. Whether you're planning to attend Ag PhD Field Day or simply want to stay ahead of the latest developments in agriculture, this episode provides a preview of the technology, products, and management strategies shaping the future of farming. Topics include: Ag PhD Field Day 2026 New equipment introductions AI in agriculture Rapidacill and Convento herbicides Fertility management High fertilizer prices Fungicide timing Tar spot and southern rust Agricultural drones Cover crop strategies Field drainage improvements Learning from other farmers Crop scouting and crop protection Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New research suggests winter crops may offer California farmers an alternative to fallowing land while adapting to groundwater restrictions.

Join Nicolas and Riley as they sit down with Ruth McCabe, Conservation Manager at Heartland Cooperative. They dive into the realities of agricultural conservation, why certain practices work in other countries but struggle in Iowa, the balance of economics and environment, and why there's no single scapegoat for water quality. hokseynativeseeds.com (for all your native seed, backyard prairie, hunting mixes, CRP mixes, native pasture mixes, and more)   iowacovercrop.com (for all your cover crop mixes, waterway mixes, forage mixes, small grains, and more)   MckayInsAgency.com (for all your financial planning and insurance needs)

In this solo episode, Jean-Martin Fortier reveals the ultimate secret weapon for healthy soil and high-yield market gardening: cover crops and green manures. While beginner market gardens often focus strictly on profitable cash crops, long-term farm sustainability and profitability depend on embedding cover crop systems directly into seasonal crop rotations.Jean-Martin explains how standard cover crops eliminate erosion by protecting bare winter soils, while legume-rich green manures supercharge on-farm fertility by injecting nitrogen and building massive subsoil root networks. He breaks down his practical, low-machinery techniques for terminating cover crops on permanent beds and you'll discover how hitting the "golden ratio" of keeping one-third of your garden in cover crop at all times can drastically reduce external fertilizer inputs and unlock deep, long-term soil ecology.Timestamps [00:00] Intro and the importance of multiplying small, localized farms.[04:35] Why cover crops are the underutilized secret weapon of market gardening.[05:53] Two fundamental pillars for long-term farm success: Crop rotation and cover crop programs.[07:53] Protecting bare winter soils from leaching and weather degradation.[08:51] The difference between standard cover crops and legume-rich, nitrogen-fixing green manures.[11:18] How to schedule dynamic cover crop successions between your regular cash crops.[14:51] The "golden ratio": Keeping one-third of your garden in cover crops at all times.[17:43] Step-by-step technical guide to terminating cover crops using a flail mower.[19:09] Using a walk-behind rotary plow and silage tarps for rapid residue digestion.[26:09] Advanced strategies to supercharge growth: Pre-planting broadforking, seed inoculation, and tactical manure application.Dubois Agrinovation: Get 10% off by choosing the promo code ‘MasterClass – Jean-Martin Fortier' when you create an account. Some exceptions apply. Gloco: Biodiversity, without compromise.Ecocert: Working towards a sustainable world. Links/ResourcesStart Your Market Gardener Journey Here : https://themarketgardener.com/starthere/Market Gardener Institute:  https://themarketgardener.com Masterclass:  https://themarketgardener.com/courses/the-market-gardener-masterclass Newsletter:  https://themarketgardener.com/newsletterBlog:  https://themarketgardener.com/blog Books: https://themarketgardener.com/booksGrowers & Co: https://growers.coHeirloom: https://heirloom.ag/The Old Mill: https://www.espaceoldmill.com/en/Follow UsWebsite: http://themarketgardener.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/marketgardenerinstitute Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarketgardeners Guest Social Media LinksJM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanmartinfortierFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeanmartinfortier

João Valente, owner of Monte Silveira, took over his family farm in central-eastern Portugal that was running on tobacco, broccoli, and melons with sixty-five people employed year-round, the rotation designed entirely around subsidies. When the tobacco subsidy disappeared at the end of the 1990s, he found himself with a question: what does this land actually want to be? That question led him to organic agriculture conferences in Portugal, to a magazine showing no-till, to a German seed company that flew him to New Zealand and Australia to see holistic planned grazing in action, and eventually to the first Climate Farmers Congress in a castle in Germany, back in 2021, where he helped write the manifesto, brought ham, wine, and olive oil, and met much of the regenerative agriculture network he's been working with ever since. Today, Monte Silveira manages around 700 hectares of Montado and irrigated annual crops, runs five species of animals, carries sixteen active research projects, has three full-time scientists on staff, and has been no-till since the year 2000.One plus one, in companion cropping, is not two. It might be three, four, or five: two or three species in the same field, each supporting the others, the vetch fixing nitrogen for the wheat, the wheat stem holding up the climbing vetch, and if one fails the other covers it. João has been doing this long enough now that the yield comparisons with neighbouring monoculture fields aren't theoretical. And after decades of absorbing the risk alone, he's at a point where he can start handing the knowledge on, to neighbouring farmers who are curious but can't afford to fail, to the Portuguese government, which recently invited Monte Silveira to one of only three private companies at the table for the country's seven-year environmental strategy document, and to consumers through brands, built on cereals and legumes priced to compete with conventional supermarket products, not just to sell to those who can already afford the premium.In this episode, recorded under the shade of an old farm building during a May heat wave in the Portugal, too hot by then to keep walking the Montado, we get into how a tobacco subsidy became the turning point of a farming life, why João thinks the two groups most drawn to regenerative research are newly graduated scientists and recently retired professors (and almost nobody in between), what it takes to bring the most important conventional almond consultant in Portugal from sceptic to practitioner in under a year, why he would mandate no-till for all dry-land cereal producers in Portugal if he had the legislative pen, what he'd do with a billion euros, and why, given a magic wand, he'd change human ego before he'd change a single farming practice.More about this episode.Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/ Thank you to our Field Builders Circle for supporting us. Learn more hereSupport the show=======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.

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Catfish in Kansas Cover Crop Options for Livestock How the Dairy Industry has Evolved   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Catfish in Kansas: The show starts with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with Joe Gerken and Drew Ricketts as they discuss the various types of catfish in Kansas. Fins, Fur and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu   00:12:05 – Cover Crop Options for Livestock: K-State's Sandy Johnson, Augustine Obour and John Holman continue the show as they chat about cover crop options for producers and how the forage can be used for livestock. Cover Crops Grown Post-Wheat for Forage   00:23:05 – How the Dairy Industry has Evolved: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show as he looks at how the dairy industry has evolved from localized, labor-intensive family homesteads with a single dairy cow into a high-tech, data-driven sector.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Welcome to episode 441 of Growers Daily! We cover: today we're going to breakdown beet production for the fall and take a question about growing cover crops for compost fodder.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Ben is joined by Sophie Gregory and Tom Gregory, Dorset farmers alongside Alex Pearson from DLF Seeds to discuss cover crops and the trials that Tom and Sophie are undertaking on their farm.  This episode was sponsored by DLF Seeds. #AD 

Cover crops can reduce erosion, improve soil health, recycle nutrients, and help suppress weeds, but achieving those benefits depends on one critical factor: biomass. While growers often focus on selecting the right species or cover crop mix, Washington State University extension agronomist Andrew McGuire, who is also senior extension fellow at WSU's Center for Sustaining... Read More

In the part two of this series of the No-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Bio-till Cover Crops, we continue the No-Till Ted Talk with Iowa no-tiller James Hepp and Modern Ag Alliance Executive Director Elizabeth Burns-Thompson to share their thoughts on where agriculture is headed.

Welcome to episode 432 of Growers Daily! We cover: we are talking about the value of constraints, why we don't use a greens bubbler on our farm, and what to do when the cover crop mulch just ain't mulching enough. We are a Non-Profit! 

On this episode of The Agronomists, your host Lyndsey Smith is joined by Reuben Stone of Valley Bio and Jim McComb of The Farmer's Edge Agri-Coaching to talk about establishing cover crops — largely by drone, but also other options, the role of covers and the opportunity of double cropping applying by drone provides. The... Read More

Welcome to episode 431 of Growers Daily! We cover: we are talking unconventional cover crops and the sport of growing brussels sprouts. Is that how sports work? We'll find out! We are a Non-Profit! 

I know, it feels like we just planted the vegetable garden moments ago. But a close look around as summer really takes hold quickly reminds us that our work is never done. Some crop or other is reaching the end... Read More ›

I know, it feels like we just planted the vegetable garden moments ago. But a close look around as summer really takes hold quickly reminds us that our work is never done. Some crop or other is reaching the end... Read More ›

I know, it feels like we just planted the vegetable garden moments ago. But a close look around as summer really takes hold quickly reminds us that our work is never done. Some crop or other is reaching the end... Read More ›

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Shawn Feikema, co-owner and operator at Feikema Farms and Circle F Farms in Luverne, Minnesota, shares how a diversified family farm connects cattle feeding, manure management, crop rotation, and cover crops. He discusses farm transition, precision manure application, small grains, soil erosion control, and goal-driven cover crop decisions. Learn how integrated systems support long-term farm resilience. Listen now on all major platforms!"Progress often comes from repeated failures, rapid learning, and the willingness to test new ideas despite uncertainty and changing agricultural conditions."Meet the guest: Shawn Feikema is co-owner and operator of Feikema Farms Inc. and Circle F Farms in Luverne, Minnesota. As part of a third-generation farming operation, he manages diversified crop production, livestock integration, precision agriculture, manure utilization, cover crops, and conservation-focused systems. Shawn is passionate about improving productivity and soil health through practical innovation and long-term farm sustainability. Learn from Shawn Feikema on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:24) Introduction(03:24) Farm transition(08:02) Feedlot integration(09:19) Manure fertility(14:53) Crop rotation(21:52) Cover crop goals(25:10) Final questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Loam Bio

How can collaboration between farmers and researchers drive real change on the ground? In this LEAF Digs Deeper session, we explore how co-designed research is helping to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical farming decisions.We're joined by:- Nick Down – Farm Manager at Yattendon Estate and Head of Sustainability at Velcourt Ltd.- Dr Alice Mauchline – Associate Professor of Agricultural Ecology and Education at the University of Reading.Together, they discuss the power of farmer-led innovation and why involving farmers from the very beginning is key to creating research that is relevant, practical, and impactful.In this session, we cover:- Why farmers are best placed to identify real-world challenges and shape research priorities.- The importance of co-designed research for practical, on-farm application.- How collaboration between farmers, researchers, and stakeholders leads to shared learning and fresh perspectives.- The balance between scientific rigor and real-world farm constraints.We also introduce a new ADOPT-funded project involving LEAF, Demonstration Farmers, and an Innovation Centre. This initiative explores how cover crop data can be used to optimise nutrient management and reduce reliance on synthetic nitrogen - while maintaining crop performance.If you're interested in sustainable farming, applied research, and innovative approaches to agriculture, this session is not to be missed.Support the show

In this episode, soil specialist and consultant Dr. Jim Hoorman of Hoorman Soil discusses how increasing above-soil biomass plays a role in nutrient cycling.   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Hey Neighbor! Thinking about planting summer cover crops? Let's break down the key benefits, tradeoffs, and how to choose the right option for your garden. Cover crops can help reduce erosion, build soil organic matter, improve fertility, suppress weeds, and even attract pollinators. But they also require water and proper management, especially during hot summer months.We cover when to plant (typically June–July), when to terminate, and highlight several popular options like Sunn Hemp, Iron Clay Peas, Buckwheat, and more. Each one bringing its own strengths depending on your goals.Whether you're looking to improve soil health or prep for your next crop, this guide will help you get started with summer cover crops.Summer Cover Crops - https://growhoss.com/collections/cover-cropsFLOWER PLUGS - https://growhoss.com/collections/flower-plantsHave you joined the Hoss Gardening Club? – the EASY way to garden! A Monthly subscription box delivered right to you with everything you need! Get Dirty! Join the club here: https://shorturl.at/S4bDuWEBSITE - https://growhoss.com/EMAIL NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP - https://bit.ly/3CXsBAlJOIN OUR ROW BY ROW COMMUNITY:https://www.facebook.com/groups/rowbyrowFOLLOW US:Facebook - https://facebook.com/hosstools​Instagram - https://instagram.com/growhossTikTok- https://tiktok.com/@gardeningwithhossPinterest- https:/pinterest.com/growhoss#hosstools​#vegetablegarden​#hoss#getdirty#hosstoolsseeds#growyourownfood#growhoss#howtostartseeds#gardening

In this episode, we welcome Alex Boekelheide from Northville, South Dakota, a fifth-generation farmer passionate about stewardship, continuous improvement, and preparing his operation for future generations. Alex shares the story of his family farm, the responsibility that comes with carrying on a legacy, and the lessons he's learned working alongside his father while transitioning leadership responsibilities to the next generation. The conversation dives into: Growing up on a fifth-generation farm Leadership lessons learned from family and mentors Why succession planning should start earlier than most farms think The value of advisory teams and outside expertise Building a resilient operation through crop diversity Incorporating oats and cover crops into a corn-soybean rotation Soil stewardship and conservation-focused farming Drainage tile, salinity management, and improving productivity Farm marketing strategies and working with trusted advisors Technology adoption and equipment decisions The importance of transparency when preparing the next generation to farm Alex also shares how Farm4Profit episodes featuring Onshore Advisors and BOA Safra inspired him to explore opportunities that ultimately generated substantial value for his operation through R&D tax credits and fertilizer tax programs. He walks through his experience, the process, and why surrounding yourself with knowledgeable experts can help uncover opportunities many farmers overlook. Most importantly, this episode is a reminder that successful farms aren't built by knowing everything—they're built by continuously learning, asking questions, and surrounding yourself with great people. Whether you're focused on succession planning, conservation, profitability, or simply becoming a better operator, this conversation is packed with practical insights and real-world experiences from a farmer who is intentionally building for the next generation. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An article out Tuesday morning shows a detailed timeline of the law enforcement response to last summer's attacks on Minnesota lawmakers and the nearly two-day-long manhunt that followed. We'll talk to a Minnesota Star Tribune reporter who wrote the story. We'll go to Newark, New Jersey and talk to a reporter who's covering protests outside Delaney Hall, the immigration detention center that resemble scenes in Minnesota over the winter.Fridley Public Schools' superintendent has been outspoken about the impacts of the surge of federal agents on students. We'll talk to her on the first day of summer. We'll learn about something called Sandbox Classroom, where St. Paul high school seniors can learn how to operate heavy equipment.Our Minnesota Music Minute was “I Can't Fix Your Life” by Mid Dream, and our Song of the Day was “Cover Crop” by Ironstill.

https://agxplore.com/assessment/ How do top growers consistently push yield boundaries while still focusing on return on investment? In this special Farm4Profit episode recorded from the AgX booth at Commodity Classic, Tanner and Corey sit down with AgX Sales Agronomist Billy Carter and three progressive farmers who are proving what's possible in modern agriculture. Minnesota farmer Ron Pagel shares how he surpassed the 300-bushel corn mark by combining advanced fertility programs, drone applications, fungicide timing, and a commitment to trying new ideas. Wisconsin farmer Dave Justman discusses balancing farming, retail agronomy, and the pursuit of higher-yielding soybeans while helping customers implement proven agronomic practices. Kentucky farmer and Kentucky Soybean Association President Jonathan Reynolds explains how conservation practices, cover crops, no-till management, and long-term soil health improvements have created a foundation for both yield and profitability. Throughout the conversation, Billy Carter breaks down the agronomic principles behind AgX's high-yield programs, including seed treatments, fertility management, fungicide strategies, plant growth regulation, hybrid selection, and the importance of focusing on details many growers overlook. Topics include: Breaking the 300-bushel corn barrier Building profitable high-yield systems Contest plots versus whole-farm ROI Cover crops and soil health as yield drivers Fragipan soils and improving water infiltration Nitrogen efficiency and fertility management Hybrid and variety selection strategies Drone applications and late-season management High-yield soybean challenges and opportunities The role of mindset, observation, and continuous learning Whether you're chasing yield contest results or simply looking to improve efficiency and profitability across your operation, this episode delivers practical lessons from growers who are constantly pushing the limits of what's possible in the field. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a Cover Crops 101 special on The AG Show - and we've got a couple of proper experts on hand to help.Clive Wood from Frontier and AHDB's Bek Hirstman join us to break it all down, getting you up to speed on the basics of cover crops (yes, all those non-harvested plants that can provide benefits to a rotation).We dig into what they actually do, the different types out there and - crucially - how to choose the right ones without causing yourself headaches further down the line.We're also asking what's going on with finished cattle prices - why are they dropping and is there more to come? And we check in on how red meat and dairy are performing on foodservice menus right now.Plus, who could have been part of the farmers choir that won Britain's Got Talent?SOME USEFUL BITS (FROM AHDB & BEYOND)Home - Cover Crops GuideAn introduction to cover crops | AHDBFrontier AgricultureWhy are finished cattle prices falling and will this continue? Beef market update | AHDBRed meat in foodservice: The trends shaping today's menus | AHDBDairy in foodservice: The trends shaping today's menus | AHDBGET IN TOUCHCharlotte, Hannah, Phil and Producer Martin would love to hear what you think! Got feedback, stories, or ideas for future episodes? Drop them a message at agshow@ahdb.org.uk.Sign up to the AHDB Preference Centre so that you can:Easily update your preferences and contact informationGet information on the latest AHDB events, webinars, market insights and moreReceive important updates such as disease alerts

Empty summer beds can turn into weedy messes fast—but buckwheat is a simple cover crop that can step in while you wait. In this episode, Lisa shares why buckwheat is one of her favorite warm-season tools for suppressing weeds, feeding pollinators, building soil, and keeping the garden working between crops.MentionsCover Crop, BuckwheatSilage Tarp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Field and Garden Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is produced by Lisa Mason Ziegler, award-winning author of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Cut Flower Handbook, Vegetables Love Flowers, and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, owner of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Gardener's Workshop,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Flower Farming School Online,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Farmer-Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Florist School Online.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lisa's Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with Lisa on social media!Shop the TGW Online Store for all your seeds and supplies!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to episode 411 of Growers Daily! We cover: watermelons and covering cover crops in compost coverings.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Cal Hardage Go Fund Me: https://gofund.me/aef1e28ecJoe Gardiner shares his awesome story of getting into farming and hitting the farming lottery followed by learning the hard way about volatility and unpredictability of the commodity world. He discusses his learning experience in cover crops, regenerative agriculture and building what has become a very successful cover crop company Covers & Co.Resources Mentioned:Ranching for ProfitRanching Returns PodcastWorking Cows PodcastRanchenomicsRanch Right Knowledge Rich RanchingIf you are looking to add somebody to your team to help with your farm or ranch numbers, check out John Haskell and his team at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.ranchrightllc.com/⁠⁠⁠.Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pharocattle.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information on how to put more fun and profit back into your ranching business! As always, check us out at Ranching Returns Podcast on Facebook and Instagram as well as at ⁠www.ranchingreturns.com⁠.For Ranching Returns shirts, hats, and sweatshirts check out https://farmfocused.com/ranching-returns-merch/To get more information on how Ambrook can benefit your operation, check out ambrook.com/ranchingreturns

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Titan International, we pay a visit to Strip-Till Innovator Robert Boyle's farm in Coolidge, Ariz., for an up-close look at how he's transforming his soils with cover crops and diverse rotations. Plus, we poll no-tillers from around the U.S. to see how they're using different methods and equipment to seed cover crops.

Welcome to episode 408 of Growers Daily! We cover: today we're talking: how and why to use buckwheat as a cover crop, planting into cover crop residue, and sunn hemp. We are a Non-Profit! 

The growing season is filled with a host of challenges, including insect, disease, and weed pests, resistance concerns, agronomic issues, and soil fertility questions. The Field Notes program is designed for farmers and agricultural professionals as a weekly, 30-minute webinar to address all of your crop-related questions in real-time in an interactive, discussion-based format.Join us as we welcome Extension specialists to discuss cover crop termination timing and methods.  The session will be moderated by Liz Stahl, Extension crops educator. We want to thank our sponsors the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council, along with the Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council.Speakers:Jochum Wiersma, Extension small grain specialist and Ryan Miller, Extension cropsModerator: Liz Stahl, Extension crops

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Daniela Carrijo, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Grain Crop Production at Penn State University, discusses practical grain crop management for corn, soybeans, and oats. She explains how cover-crop biomass can affect soybean water stress, how organic oats fit into Pennsylvania systems, and why nitrogen recommendations need better decision tools. Listen now on all major platforms!"Cover crop biomass can act as a mulch, conserve soil moisture, and help soybeans with water stress."Meet the guest: Dr. Daniela Carrijo is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Grain Crop Production at Penn State University. Her work focuses on corn, soybean, and small-grain systems, with an emphasis on sustainable intensification, water and nutrient use efficiency. She earned her PhD at UC Davis. Listen to Dr. Daniela Carrijo on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms!Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:01) Introduction(01:56) Career background(05:23) Grain systems(10:08) Organic oats(13:33) Cover crops(17:45) Nitrogen tools(26:24) Final questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Loam Bio

Food security expert David Lobell is immersed in the data of agriculture. He uses satellite imagery, yield data, and advanced computational modeling to analyze the roughly 500 million farms worldwide to increase productivity and ensure global food security – now and in the future. Though food is often taken for granted, feeding a hungry world is our greatest environmental challenge, he says. Lobell goes on to explain how data can do much more than increase yields – it also cuts costs, prevents conflicts, reduces emissions and deforestation, and improves nutrition. Smart farming is key to food security and avoiding the problems that stem from hunger, Lobell tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast. Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu. Episode Reference Links: Stanford Profile: David Lobell Connect With Us: Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Russ Altman introduces guest David Lobell, a professor of Earth System Science at Stanford University  (00:03:01) Path into Food Security How Lobell's interest in math and the environment led him to agriculture. (00:04:31) Understanding Farming Systems How farming differs across smallholder and large-scale operations. (00:06:13) Agriculture's Biggest Challenges Improving productivity in developing regions &  reducing agriculture's environmental impact. (00:08:15) Farm Potential How researchers estimate potential outputs & the barriers to better outcomes (00:11:03) Using Satellites to Study Farms How satellites help researchers understand what is happening in agriculture internationally. (00:16:13) What Satellites Can Measure Tracking crops, planting dates, harvest timing, yields, and management practices. (00:18:23) Identifying Crops from Space How seasonal patterns, biomass, and reflectance help distinguish crops. (00:20:01) Why Food Matters How food security connects to political stability, conflict, climate, and the environment. (00:23:58) Cover Crops and Tradeoffs Why a promising sustainability practice can sometimes reduce productivity. (00:26:06) Crop Rotation Insights How different rotations affect yields depending on local conditions. (00:27:35) Personalized Farming The importance of balancing large data with local information and implementation (00:31:47) Future In a Minute Rapid-fire Q&A: smarter farming, food access, and the future. (00:33:01) Conclusion Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Whitcomb was nine years old when his grandpa started teaching him about the family business. He now runs that business, Whitcomb Farm Drainage, out of Lake Lillian, Minnesota. He's focused on meeting his customers' needs, and one way he does that is by using a v-plow to install pattern tiling. This approach minimizes disturbance to the soil, reducing ruts and erosion while preserving topsoil and nutrients.Kyle shares what he's learned from years of using this trenchless installation method, talks through its pros and cons, what beet farmers especially love about it, and why it's more commonly used in Europe. On a more personal note, Kyle shares a little about being the third generation in his family to run the business, the paths his siblings have taken, and what the future might look like for his family and business.Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:30 Why a v-plow?03:54 Comparing field heal times04:40 Pattern tiling in no-till systems06:00 Why beet farmers love v-plow installation07:25 V-plow vs straight shank plow09:30 The future of v-plowing in ag drainage12:24 Variations and popularity in Europe14:17 Kyle's custom intake boxes19:00 The legacy of the Whitcomb family businessRelated Content:#127:  Cover Crops and No-Till: A Conservationist's Perspective #97: Stay Curious– Life Lessons from One Contractor to Another V-Plow for Victory in Rut ReductionFind us on social media!Facebook XInstagramListen on these podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube MusicYouTubeVisit our website to explore more episodes and water management education.

In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, Corey sits down with Zach Smith (The Stock Cropper), James Epp, and Matt Boerman — better known as The Loeb Rangers — for a candid and in-depth conversation about the future of agriculture, conservation practices, and what farmers can do to improve profitability while protecting soil and water resources. The group shares how The Loeb Rangers started as a simple Snapchat conversation between frustrated farmers who wanted to discuss poor farming practices, erosion, nitrogen management, and conservation solutions happening across Iowa's Des Moines Loeb region. What began as a private peer group quickly evolved into a growing movement focused on honest conversations around agriculture, sustainability, and practical solutions that work at scale. The discussion covers: Strip-till and no-till systems Cover crop adoption and management Nitrogen timing and in-season application Water quality and nitrate concerns Soil erosion and long-term land stewardship Farm profitability through reduced input costs The economics behind regenerative agriculture Challenges with ag policy and regulation Spray drift and pesticide stewardship The role of leadership within agriculture How farmers can proactively avoid future regulation Why knowing your numbers matters more than ever The Loeb Rangers explain how they've implemented conservation systems on their own operations while still maintaining profitability and efficiency. They also discuss the realities of public perception, working with Des Moines Water Works, and why communication between farmers, consumers, and policymakers is critical moving forward. This episode is a raw, honest, and thought-provoking discussion about balancing production agriculture with long-term sustainability while keeping family farms profitable for future generations. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Soil loss and erosion can occur by rainfall or wind. Kim Melton, the soil health coordinator for the Red River Basin Commission, emphasizes that soil loss by wind erosion is farmers' and soil conservationists' number one resource concern because crop fields are so flat throughout the region.The movement of soil off cropland and the landscape by wind or rain means critical nutrients and soil organic matter are also being lost. Building up, maintaining, and keeping soil organic matter (SOM) in the soil through cover crops and crop rotations is particularly important for preventing erosion and retaining moisture. One percent of SOM equates to about an additional 14 days of moisture for crops.Farmers want soil to be a sponge. Similarly, farmers keep the soil covered and armored to prevent "snirt" (that is, snow plus dirt) from sullying road banks and rural views during the winter months. To learn more about Kim's work and the Red River Basin Commission, please visit https://www.redriverbasincommission.org/. For more information about the Supply Chain Soil Health Partnership and its goals to improve the food value chain from the soil up, please visit https://www.redriverbasincommission.org/soil-health-partnership If you are interested in working trees and incorporating agroforestry on your farm, please visist the U.S. Forest Services' s National Agroforestry Center for free publications and factsheets at https://www.fs.usda.gov/nac/resources/publications/index.phpTune in, like, and subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts or 4thesoil.org/podcastAs always, we encourage you to cooperate with other farmers, graziers, and gardeners for peer-to-peer learning. We can all be 4 The Soil, for the future! Here is how with four principles: 1) Keep the soil covered -- Cover crops are our friends;2) Minimize soil disturbance -- Be gentle, take it easy;3) Maximize living roots year-round -- Keep roots growing; and4) Energize with diversity -- Thrive with diversity.If you are interested in art and framing the 4 The Soil posters for your office or home, the 16” by 20” posters are available for purchase and printing as single posters or a set of five posters. Additional, 4 The Soil gear and swag is available for purchase at https://4-the-soil.printify.me/If you have questions about soil and water conservation practices, soil health principles, and starting your journey to restore the life in your soil, call or visit a USDA Service Center, a Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District office, or your local Virginia Cooperative Extension office.  4 the Soil: A Conversation is made possible with funding support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and The Agua Fund. Other partners include the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service; Virginia Cooperative Extension; Virginia State University; Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation; and partners of the Virginia Soil Health Coalition.Disclaimer: Views expressed on this podcast are those of each individual guest.To download a copy of this, or any other show, visit the website 4thesoil.org. Music used during today's program is courtesy of the Flip Charts. All rights reserved. 4 the Soil: A Conversation is produced by On the Farm Radio in collaboration with Virginia Tech. The host and co-hosts are Jeff Ishee, Mary Sketch Bryant, and Eric Bendfeldt.

Welcome to episode 394 of Growers Daily! We cover: the tech I actually am excited about (or could be), we get a question about keeping rain off melons, and cover crops for northern growers. We are a Non-Profit! 

Salinity doesn't show up overnight—and it doesn't go away with a quick fix. In this two-part series, Shane Jordan helps us connect the dots between what's happening this year and what it will take to respond effectively. Episode 1 explores why conditions are aligning for salinity to expand—wet years, rising water tables, and bare soil setting the stage. Episode 2 moves into practical strategies—how to rebuild function in the soil and begin turning the tide. Together, they tell a single story:Salinity is not a spot problem. It's a system problem.   The Big Takeaway What looks like a white patch in a field is often just the symptom. The cause lies in how water moves across the entire landscape—and how management either accelerates or slows that movement.   Go Deeper If you'd like to explore Shane's thinking in more detail, these two articles expand on the ideas in this series:

Welcome to episode 391 of Growers Daily! We cover: we're talking about growing peanuts (for those of you who can of course) and fowl in the cover crops on purpose… We are a Non-Profit! 

Will fullwider’s phone has been ringing with more and more questions about Camelina. He tells us that the hardy winter brassica can be planted much later than a lot of other cover crops. The timing can most similarly be compared to that of winter rye. The regional crops educator tells Kiley Allan about the potential benefitsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Hort Culture features special guest Sarah Geurkink from the Organic Association of Kentucky and focuses on practical, budget-friendly strategies for growers, with discussions centered around weed management, irrigation, production efficiency, and marketing. The conversation begins with a lighthearted discussion about favorite spring blooming trees before shifting into grower advice. A major topic is weed management, emphasizing the importance of understanding which weeds are most problematic, how quickly they go to seed, and how large the weed seed bank is in the soil. The group explains how tilling can expose dormant weed seeds and why preventing weeds from reaching maturity is one of the best long-term management strategies. They also discuss how using mulch, weed barriers, and consistent maintenance can significantly reduce weed pressure over time. Another useful production tip involves planting in black plastic mulch, where using potting soil instead of field soil around transplants helps reduce heat stress and prevents weeds from growing directly around young plants. The episode also highlights challenges growers face when scaling up from home gardening to market production, especially when sourcing commercial supplies like irrigation parts, produce boxes, and packaging materials. Group purchasing, planning ahead, and building strong relationships with suppliers can help save time and money. Marketing is also discussed, with advice on creating consistency through standard brand colors, fonts, and simple branding tools. The episode wraps up with a creative idea for a short-term “Peak Season CSA,” designed to sell surplus summer produce like tomatoes and peppers while attracting new customers and improving cash flow. Overall, the main takeaway is that thoughtful planning and small strategic decisions can make production more efficient and profitable.Organic Association of Kentucky (OAK)OAK Organic Production Technical Assistance ProgramSustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE)Kentucky State University (KSU) Pawpaw ProgramUK Cooperative Extension ServiceQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Could you grow your own food on the moon? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O'Reilly sit down with Kevin Espiritu, the gardening YouTuber behind Epic Gardening, to dig into backyard farming, the future of sustainable food, and what it would actually take to feed yourself on Earth or anywhere else. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here:  https://startalkmedia.com/show/homesteading-on-the-moon-with-kevin-espiritu/ Thanks to our Patrons Show more11:17 PMClaude responded: Raime Dayton, Giulian Minichiello, Peggy C, Pamela Knab, Randy Gladney, George Lett, Madeline Belton, Lio, Nick White, Michael, Shiwam Bandhoe, Catherine Spale…Raime Dayton, Giulian Minichiello, Peggy C, Pamela Knab, Randy Gladney, George Lett, Madeline Belton, Lio, Nick White, Michael, Shiwam Bandhoe, Catherine Spale, Lori Largent, Newton T, M.K, Louis Stern, Justin Maly, Andrew Kagan, Jeff, Robin Green, Boris Bayerman, Joe Verstraete, Jakob Ludwig, Eric Monley, Paul Kulessa, Rich C, Ben Davenport, User101010111010, Ian C, Dereck Wood Sr, Brittany Cloud, William Santiago, Randall Price, EvieJoy, Aaron Bailey, Shiva Kumar, Kenny Watts, Jayden Sundar, Maggie Ruh, Farruh Mahamadjanov, João Costa, Alex & Alicia Celcis, Prajesh Patel, Armando Luna, Chris Kessinger, Deon Johnson, Father Bills' Glue Gun Baptism, Nic Hoover, Jonny Porto, Noah Race, Nikita Mikhailevich, MichelleEcume, Janet La Valley, Myriam Robichaud, Lilly Carrillo, Matthew Robinson, Mark Fremmerlid, Emilia D., Michael Giacchino, Jose Javier, Wishah, TIM, Alex Frias, DukeOfBees, Cherry Speicher, Joe, Chris Sinn, Michael de la Morena, Gina Rapp, Testcellman, Jay Valiano, Mara Long, Terry Burgess, Matthew Ross, Jacob Keeling, Leah, Alex, Michael Neal, Lauri Boyd, Wes Ward, Antonio Westphalen, Chris Hopper, Malzerath, Anita Bowers, Antonia Staikova, Glenn Thomas Stokdal, Y K, Alexander Simone, Dot, Chris,

Spring may be pushing wheat and weeds ahead, but cooler nights are keeping planting decisions complicated this week. In this episode of Wheat Pete’s Word, host Peter Johnson covers everything from cold-weather spraying risks to nitrogen timing, plus an early-season insect alert and strong reminders on cover crop value. There’s plenty of ground covered, literally... Read More

Whilst the cost of producing a crop is up, particularly the cost of fuel and fertiliser, the price paid for it hasn't risen by anything like as much. If the situation stays the same by the autumn some farmers may decide not to grow loss-making crops, leaving fields lying fallow. There are calls for the Government to fund a one-off a scheme to protect this land from soil erosion by planting cover crops, and these could also reduce the use of fertiliser. The idea comes from the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers, the professional body for farm valuers and advisors.Thatching is becoming more of a challenge due to issues with some of the materials. Supplies of the right sort of wheat straw can be unpredictable. And, Hazel spars used to attach the thatch to the roof now have to be imported from Eastern Europe. To kick start interest in growing more locally a ‘summit' of thatchers, farmers and plant scientists was held this week in Suffolk. We visit a field trial of a gene edited Barley which contains higher levels of fat. Scientists believe this will make it a more efficient livestock feed, and could also reduce methane emissions by making it more digestible. Presenter: Charlotte Smith Producer: Sarah Swadling

Covering The Basics Of Cover Crops

Tillage has a lot of downsides, and cover crops can help prevent erosion and decrease compaction.

In today's episode Lorrie Boyer is joined by Gary Schnitkey from the University of Illinois discussing best practices for cover crop termination, timing strategies, and their impact on crop yields and soil health. Learn how to optimize cover crop management for maximum benefit and minimal risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The transportation sector is a large contributor to climate change, accounting for about 28 percent of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. Within that sector, aviation accounts for around 2 percent of carbon dioxide global emissions, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Looking to reduce its carbon footprint, the aviation industry is seeking fuels from more renewable biological sources. At the University of Minnesota's Forever Green Initiative, researchers are working to commercialize winter oilseed cover crops that can keep soil healthy and also be turned into aviation fuel.MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner spoke with Mitch Hunter, co-director of the Forever Green Initiative and an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Minnesota.Click play on the audio player above to listen to this episode or subscribe to the Climate Cast podcast.

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin-Till, Lake City, Iowa no-tiller/strip-tiller Mark Schleisman shares how cover crops helped his family sweep the NCGA corn yield contest in Iowa last year. Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award recipient Michael E. Berg shines light on his family's conservation practices near the flood-prone Pecatonica River.