Podcast appearances and mentions of shawn conley

University Extension Specialist, Dr. Shawn Conley, is advising wheat growers across the state to be monitoring their fields for possible fungal diseases. Conley says there's already been aerial applications going on wheat fields in southern Wisconsin to mitigate Fusarium head blight. Conley says there's also been scattered reports of Stripe Rust. For more details on risks and rewards, check out the new Badger Crop Network website with the latest information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay and Ashley discuss which crop to plant first, with Dr. Shawn Conley who leads the University of Wisconsin Soybean Research Program.

Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, can really identify with farms that struggled under odd growing conditions in 2024.  Conley's own research plots statewide were hit with the same wet conditions that limited spring planting and overall plant development.  Still, there's something to be learned even in a challenging year. Conley visits with Pam Jahnke about some of the unique take aways he's finding in his plot research across the state, funded by the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board.  He's also finding new information about incorporating more cover crops as weed suppressors in fields. Conley plans to share some of these insights during the 2025 WI Corn/Soy Expo, slated for Feb. 6-7 in Wisconsin Dells.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers deal with all types of stress.  Weather, prices.  Monica McConkey is a rural mental health specialist and one of two state-funded farm counselors in Minnesota. She has some advice for us on how and when to get help before you or a loved one goes into crisis mode. After all, the agriculture community is even more susceptible to stress and depression due to the weather and crop prices. She discusses it with Stephanie Hoff.Windy conditions could take more leaves off Wisconsin trees.  Stu Muck, ag meteorologist, says mild weather is still a part of the week.Wisconsin has a new National FFA Officer!  Mary Schrieber from East Troy was selected as the Central Region Vice President at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis.  Jill Welke visits with her on the path that led her to the post.Financial requests far outstripped available monies for the second round of the Agriculture Road Improvement Program grant system.  Joel Nilsesteun, Deputy Executive Secretary at the WI Dept. of Transportation, shares a few statistics on requests.With the harvest now in the rear view mirror, Wisconsin farmers got a few surprises this year.  So did UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, Dr. Shawn Conley.  He visits with Pam Jahnke about some of the disappointments he found in his own research plots, and where growers need to pivot going into 2025.  Paid for by the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a sign of the times.  Slowing sales of larger horsepower tractors.  Ben Jarboe talks with Curt Blade from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers about their latest data and trends.The first official unveiling of the NFL themed corn mazes that have been created around the state was revealed Thursday in Chilton at Polly's Pumpkin Patch.  Aaron Popkey, Director of Public Affairs with the Green Bay Packers tells Pam Jahnke why the organization felt strongly about trying to highlight agriculture leading up to, and during, the 2025 NFL Draft. Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist says the hot, dry weather in Wisconsin is advancing the soybean harvest quicker than expected.  He tells Pam Jahnke about some tools farmers should be using, all available because of their soybean checkoff investments.  Paid for by the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pam Jahnke sits down with Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist to discuss his Wisconsin soybean harvest observations so far.  Conley says he's pretty confident the state's overall yields will be down compared to a year ago, and cautions operators to be careful with settings on combines to make sure they're getting every bean they've grown. Conley also says the dry weather conditions the state's dealing with could mean an elevated Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) population going forward.  He says research shows in times of moisture stress, the nematode will actually produce more eggs that can be harbored in the soil until the next soybean crop shows up. Fortunately, the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board will pay for up to four SCN test samples, per grower, to try and get those numbers now. Conley also noted that despite reduced yields, the annual Wisconsin Soybean Yield Contest has received over 100 entries for this year's contest.  Winners will be recognized during the 2025 Wisconsin Corn Soy Expo in Wisconsin Dells. To follow the latest harvest updates, go to coolbean.info.  To find out more about how your soybean checkoff dollars are being invested go to the Wisconsin Soybean website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's cherry picking time in Door County.  Stephanie Hoff finds out about this year's crop, why Door County, and how the cherries are used from Jim Seaquist of Seaquist Orchards in Sisters Bay. WI State Fair has announced their 2024 "fair food on a stick".  Pam Jahnke and Stu Muck take a look. The winter wheat crop in WI is getting closer to maturity.  How's the weather impacting the quality, and the prospects for harvest.  Stephanie Hoff talks to UW-Extension Small Grains Specialist, Dr. Shawn Conley, about what he sees. Wisconsin will be in the crosshairs next week with the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.  AARP of Wisconsin just concluded a commissioned survey of rural citizens looking at their candidate preferences.  Jim Flaherty, communications coordinator for AARP of Wisconsin explains their neutral survey partners and the final outcomes.  Paid for by AARP of Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The phrase "swarms" is catching attention but it's not about insects, it's about new technology.  Stephanie Hoff talks to Preston Rice from Madison Drones, about the recent approval to use swarms of drones to address challenges in field crops.There's so many background stories circulating at fairs in Wisconsin.  One special story involves Emmet Saddlery in Hustisford.  They started out supporting local 4-H kids interested in learning leather craft.  They still do that today, including building a very special saddle for a paralyzed farm kid from DeForest.McFarlanes and Fendt have a special crop tour coming up Aug. 7th focused on how planting technology ultimately impacts yields.  Jacob Leverich with Agco/Fendt, tells Pam Jahnke about the technology.  Paid for by Fendt/McFarlanes.Even with challenging weather - Wisconsin farmers are looking forward to good yields in their soybean fields.  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, is looking for entries in the 2024 WI Soybean Yield Contest.  It offers cash incentives and bragging rights to the growers and their seed partners.  For Conley, it offers up great data for future research projects.  Paid for by the WI Soybean Checkoff Program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only the third female Master Cheesemaker graduated in the class of 2024.  Accomplishing this feat has taken Sarah Greisbach over a decade.  Charitee Seebecker captures her story. It took a 12 hour marathon session to allow the House of Representatives to mark up their version of the Farm Bill. Congressman Tracy Mann (R-KS) was surprised by how many people were observing the session. Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group joins Pam Jahnke to highlight some upcoming auctions around Wisconsin.  Paid for by Steffes Group. Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Wheat & Soybean Specialist, tells Pam Jahnke that stripe rust has been discovered in the state's wheat crop.  Time for action.Diversifying a farm may sound simple, but in reality it's really difficult. Kyle Vesperman from Vesperman Farm in Lancaster will be a featured panelist at an entrepreneurial conference in Platteville Thursday and Friday. He explains how Vesperman Farm decided ice cream was a key to keeping the Century Farm going.  He shares the journey with Stephanie Hoff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Shawn Conley's got some reminders for Wisconsin soybean growers heading to the fields.  From chemical combinations to placement of seed - it's all going to matter this year. Conley also shares some of the ongoing and upcoming field research he and his team will be conducting this year.  Much of the funding for Conley's research comes from the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board and soybean checkoff dollars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin soybean research has come a long way in a decade.  From side-by-side variety trials, to today's apps and prescription forecasting for individual fields. Today's podcast, brought to you by the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board, features Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, speaking to the ways that soybean checkoff dollars are being invested. From drone technology designed to target specific problems in the field, to sustainability research - everything is focused on providing a strong return on investment to Wisconsin soybean checkoff dollars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arnie Jennerman is the General Manager for Farm Technology Days. He shares with Pam Jahnke some of the challenges the group experienced due to the pandemic and what will be different about this years event at a neutral site in Baraboo. UW Madison hosted a Small Grains Field Day at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station. Charitee Seebecker spoke with UW Extension Soybean Specialist Dr. Shawn Conley about the current health of crops in Wisconsin's, anticipated wheat yields, and other challenges brought on by the drought. Match Made in Heaven, Livestock + Crops is a three-year venture that aims to bring livestock back into cropping operations. Laura Paine talks with Stephanie Hoff about the project and some of the opportunities and challenges they see in integrating livestock into crops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is the current health of our crops in Wisconsin? Is there any disease pressure present despite the drought? What can we expect for estimated overall yields? These all are million dollar questions, but UW-Extension Soybean Specialist Dr. Shawn Conley has the answers. He says disease levels are low this year however we're not completely out of the woods. He provides some insight into the questions that are on many growers minds. “There might be a low risk of white mold currently, however with the last rainfall event that occurred, we're going to see a jump in soybeans,” explains Conley. “So it's important to focus on R2 and early R3 for a white mold application.” Damon Smith, UW-Disease Management Professor created an app called Tarspotter. This app has been indicating that there is a high risk of tar spot in Wisconsin. Conley says farmers should stay familiar with the app to be prepared as it is coming. To learn more about the state of small grains in Wisconsin, check out Conley's website, Cool Bean.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the practical application of the research being done at the University of Wisconsin Madison? How do we apply the learnings of Dr. Conley and his team to our soybean fields?   Join us as we discuss the thoughts around practice changes, planting dates, fertility timing, seed treatment, fungicide and more!   

Shawn Conley is back by popular demand!  Shawn and his team use accurate grower data and predictive analytics to help producers understand the outcomes of practice changes in their soybean production. Increase yield and ROI using precise information from other growers!

How do you keep an employee once you find them?  First impressions can matter.  Jim Versweyveld, UW-Extension Farm Management Specialist, says the impression new hires witness on the first day can resonate with them on whether they stay or not.  Pam Jahnke visits with him. Don't be intimidated by the calendar when it comes to soybean planting.  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, says some changes made in crop insurance should allow Wisconsin farmers in the southern part of the state to begin soybean planting as soon as this Saturday. Dairy markets took a nosedive on Monday, but why?  How's the planting progress report looking? Cattle market remains red hot. Pam Jahnke chats with guest, John Hineberg from Total Farm Marketing, about what's happening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's the best way to manage corn residue to mitigate soybean yield loss in a no-till system? That’s a question University of Wisconsin Madison soybean specialist Shawn Conley hears more and more from growers as both corn yield and the biomass produced by more prolific hybrids continues to grow. On this episode of the RealAgriculture... Read More

Join Shawn Conley, www.coolbean.info Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin at Madison, as we discuss high-yield management in soybeans.   In this episode, we discuss key factors to producing high-yielding soybeans including genetics, trait technology, planting dates, fertility, and much more!   Follow Shawn on Twitter @badgerbean Email the show - apenney4yourthoughts@gmail.com  

Shawn Conley shares some national cover crop projects along with their findings and what future plans UW-Madison will be focusing on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn about crop and soil research at the annual UW Madison's Agronomy Soils Field Day on Aug. 31. I talked with Shawn Conley about the different stations and topics that will be covered.  FULL STORY https://wtaq.com/2022/08/10/uw-madison-agronomy-soils-field-day-set-for-aug-31/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The phrase, 'you can't win if you don't enter' should be playing loudly in the minds of Wisconsin soybean growers today. Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, visits with Pam Jahnke about the 2022 Wisconsin Soybean Yield Contest.  The contest allows soybean growers from across the state a chance at cash prizes and recognition.  Conley stresses that he's tried to create a contest that recognizes different growing regions in the state to keep it fair and equitable. Conley also announces a new option for "first timers" that might intrigue some growers to get involved. The SoyPod Update is sponsored by the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Gaska, research support for Shawn Conley, discusses how spring planting went around Wisconsin and what to watch for in the fields related to white mold and soybean aphids. Paid for by the WI Soybean Marketing Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drones have turned into a critical tool for farmers, and now they're becoming an important partner in fighting fires.  Bob Bosold talks to firefighter, Noah Wallace, about the technology and everything it can offer when battling a blaze.It's going to be a hot, sticky week in Wisconsin just as the winter wheat harvest is about to begin.  Allison Lund talks to UW-Extension Farm Safety Specialist, John Shutske, about measures farmers should take to minimize fire risks in the field. Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist visits with Pam Jahnke in the paid Soybean Update.  So far there's been relatively few challenges in the crop, but development is lagging behind due to a slow start with spring planting.  Paid for by the WI Soybean Marketing Board. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since their inception over a decade ago, the string quintet Sybarite5 has built a global audience, from Lincoln Center to The Cutting Room and the Museum of Sex; from the Apple Store to the Library of Congress, and a music salon-like residency at NYC's the cell, along with multiple international and national tours, residencies, and festivals. The five players (Sami Merdinian and Sarah Whitney, violins; Angela Pickett, viola; Laura Metcalf, cello; and Louis Levitt, bass) have made it their quest to champion new music by American composers along with other tunes that excite them: arrangements of Radiohead, Taraf de Haidouks, Led Zeppelin, and Astor Piazzolla. Their 2018 record, OUTLIERS, is a collection of new works composed just for them. The quintet plays some of these tunes in-studio. (Archives, 2018.) Set List: Black Bend by Dan Visconti Yann's Light by Shawn Conley Getting Home (I must be...) by Jessica Meyer

The Midwest Horse Fair returns after a two year absence. Pam Jahnke visits with their show general manager. Winter wheat ratings in Wisconsin didn't start off on the right foot.  61% of the winter wheat was rated good to excellent versus 77% in November.  Pam Jahnke talks with Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Wheat and Soybean Specialist.  Conley says he thinks the ratings were just quick overviews versus actual field inspections. Ryan Yonkman with EverAg joins Pam Jahnke in studio.  The movement of food and agricultural products has been disrupted by the Ukranian/Russian conflict, and that includes dairy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While on his travels through Hawaii, Bob Bosold had the chance to learn more about pineapple production.  He caught up with Mo, a pineapple grower on the island of Maui.  Pineapple production has been greatly reduced in Hawaii over the recent past and just a few plantations still exist. Farmers and agriculturists are always watching the weather.  Why not contribute to the accuracy of weather reports and forecasts, and become an official rainfall reporter for the National Weather Service.  Kevin Erb with UW-Extension, who is also part of COCORAHS, shares some of the details on the program and how people can get involved. Farm director Pam Jahnke catches up with the Wisconsin Soybean Growers, this time chatting with Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist.  They discuss some of the things farmers should have on their mind pre-planting, as well as some of the challenges producers may face this next growing season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wisconsin Corn/Soy Expo recognized some of the state best growers in WI Dells.  Bob Bosold talks with UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, Dr. Shawn Conley, about results. Legislation is quietly moving through the nation's capitol that could ultimately make mink farming illegal.  Stephanie Hoff gets a quick update with Valerie Zimbal of Zimbal Mink on how they're battling to snuff out the move. A circuit court judge put the gray wolf back on the endangered species list last week.  Wisconsin livestock owners are infuriated.  Taylor Wenzlaff, Director of Government Relations for the WI Farm Bureau Federation says that legislation may be the only way to get some manageable, working parameters in place to manage this situation. He explains the strategy to Pam Jahnke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Chippewa Valley Bean in Menomonie helped celebrate National Bean Day.  Jill Welke talks with Charles Wachsmuth of Chippewa Valley Bean about their operation. Wisconsin selected their 68th annual Outstanding Young Farmer winners over the weekend.  Congratulations to Kyle and Rachel Zwieg of Ixonia. Stephanie Hoff visits with Brody Stapel, re-elected president of Edge Dairy Cooperative.  They're focused on Federal Milk Order reform as a major agenda item for 2022. Pam Jahnke visits with Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, about the upcoming corn/soy expo and engagement with farms as they collect data on their crops. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's driving more and more decisions at the farm level.  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, is going to share a project he'll be working on in 2022 gathering farm information to generate a specific perscription for individual fields - all driven on data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The looming federal vaccine mandate has many agribusinesses and farms worried about keeping production on track in 2022.  Pam talks with Curt Larson, President/CEO of the Equity Livestock Association about what it could mean to livestock marketing in the state. Another record breaking auction with the Steffes Auction Group.  Ashley Huhn joins Pam in this paid segment discussing a John Deere planter that sold for nearly $500,000 with buyers in 3 different states competing. The Wisconsin Corn/Soy Expo is back in 2022.  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, talks with Pam Jahnke about the programming coming together for the February event - paid for courtesy of the Wisconsin Soybean Promotion Board. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Which management practices help boost soybean yields and give you the best return on investment? That’s a question Wisconsin soybean specialist Shawn Conley and his colleagues have been working on for four years, and the answers may be surprising for many growers. On this episode of the RealAgriculture’s Soybean School, Conley shares how the researchers... Read More

Scott Schultz talks to the co-director of Wisconsin's Discovery Farms program about their recent decision to close their Pigeon Falls office. Replanting may be in some Wisconsin farmers future after near frost/freezing temperatures going into the Memorial Weekend.  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, shares an update. John Hineberg with Total Farm Marketing joins us with the latest on the JCB meat processing shutdown.  A cyber attack on Sunday has shut down the world's largest meat processor.  What does that mean for the market and consumers?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean & Small Grain Specialist, explains what the sudden cold overnight lows could mean for Wisconsin farm fields. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Still no idea when Wisconsin Ag Secretary Designee - Randy Romanski - will finally get confirmation.  Former WI Ag Secretary Designee, Brad Pfaff, knows how that feels.  As a newly elected State Senator, Pfaff talks about the importance of this final vote and what Wisconsin agriculture needs to keep an eye on at the State Capitol with Scott Schultz. 1.3 million visitors.  That's a lot of people interested in online auctions.  Ashley Huhn with Steffes Auction Group says the pandemic continued to drive people to the internet, and sales volumes keep climbing this year because of convenience. Be on the lookout for potential supply shortages in the field.  Everything from parts for your tractors and equipment to herbicides and fertilizers.  Wisconsin soybean growers are continuing to face challenges.  Wisconsin Soybean Extension Specialist, Dr. Shawn Conley, has experienced it himself.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We rely more and more on artificial intelligence and powerful computers to accumulate and process information. Can artificial intelligence help us grow a better soybean crop? In this Soybean School episode, Bernard Tobin is joined by Shawn Conley, University of Wisconsin-Madison soybean extension specialist, to talk about his research in artificial intelligence derived management systems for... Read More

USDA is ending the Farmers to Families Food Box program, but there's nothing in place to replace it.  Bob Bosold talks with Dr. Michael Dykes from the International Dairy Foods Association about the situation and its impact on the dairy industry and those in need. President Joe Biden's looking at some major tax changes and farmers are watching those moves - especially when it comes to transitioning farms and "stepped up tax basis".  Michael Clements reports. From herbicide to planter parts - farmers are experiencing shortages of critical spring planting components.  That includes Dr. Shawn Conley whose conducting soybean research trials. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Monday, so you know what that means: it’s time to talk agronomy! On today’s episode of RealAg Radio, you’ll hear: Shawn Conley, soybean and small grain specialist at University of Wisconsin, Madison, on artificial intelligence in soybeans; Dr. Alan Blaylock joins host Shaun Haney for a Nutrien Smart Nutrition product spotlight; Jeff Wheeler, chief... Read More

It’s Monday, so you know what that means: it’s time to talk agronomy! On today’s episode of RealAg Radio, you’ll hear: Shawn Conley, soybean and small grain specialist at University of Wisconsin, Madison, on artificial intelligence in soybeans; Dr. Alan Blaylock joins host Shaun Haney for a Nutrien Smart Nutrition product spotlight; Jeff Wheeler, chief... Read More

Shawn Conley leads an inspiring life playing all kinds of music.  He has been playing with the Silkroad Ensemble for six years and is a member of the Brooklyn-based chamber orchestra The Knights. We talk about growing up in Hawaii, his paradigm-shifting first International Society of Bassists Convention and how it shaped his development, his path into his current career, and much more. Enjoy, and be sure to check out Shawn on Instagram and Facebook!   Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Check out our Online Sheet Music Store with 80+ wide-ranging titles for bassists.   Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle. Check out my Beginner's Classical Bass course, available exclusively from Discover Double Bass.   Thank you to our sponsors!   Dorico - Dorico helps you to write music notation, automatically producing printed results of exceptional quality — and plays it back with breathtaking realism. It is easy enough for anyone to learn, yet has hundreds of advanced notations, features, options and sounds to satisfy even the most demanding professionals.  With its streamlined, natural user interface, students and those with less experience in scoring can compose and arrange straight into Dorico, making learning the language of music notation much faster and more intuitive. Editing and making changes — such as instrument, time signature or key — are straightforward, with the notation instantly and correctly adapting to include them, reinforcing the learning outcome.   Ear Trumpet Labs - They make hand-built mics out of Portland, OR and they have an excellent mic for upright bass called Nadine. The Nadine is a condenser mic with a clear natural sound and incredible feedback rejection. This mic is a completely new design -- the head mounts in between the strings above the tailpiece with a rubber grommet, and the body securely straps to the tailpiece with velcro elastic. A 14-inch Mogami cable connects the two parts making it easy to place on any bass. It’s durable and holds up to the demanding needs of the instrument while offering excellent sound quality. Ear Trumpet Labs is offering a free t-shirt just for Contrabass listeners with the purchase of a mic, just visit EarTrumpetLabs.com/contrabass to claim yours and check out the Nadine!   Modacity - Are you a practice-savvy musician? Get Modacity – the music practice app that organizes, focuses, and tracks your progress.  Recorder… metronome… tone generator… timer… note taking… Do away with the random assortment of music practice apps in your arsenal. Modacity™ combines all the tools you need into one easy to use, music practice tool.  Organize, focus, and reflect on your practice – motivating you to increase retention in less time.  Modacity has a special offer for Contrabass Conversations listeners that includes lifetime access to the app.   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion theme music by Eric Hochberg

The Wisconsin Fair Association has decided to postpone their 2021 annual meeting until 2022.  Jayme Buttke, Secretary of the WI Fair Association, says they're all excited at the possibility of returning to full fair activities in 2021, but the financial responsibilities may be too much for some.  Pam talks with her. We have the finalists!  A record number of entries for this year's WI Soybean Yield Contest.  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist gives us the rundown on district finalists!     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

University of Wisconsin-Madison soybean specialist Shawn Conley tell us about his sabbatical work in Spain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, has a general wrap up on the state's soybean growing season and yields - plus an update on why you should enter the Wisconsin Soybean Yield Contests!  Brought to you courtesy of the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Again this year the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board is standing by to pay for your soybean cyst nematode tests!  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, reminds all soybean growers that they can have up to 4 samples evaluated for free - thanks to soybean checkoff investments. Also, he reminds all operators to be sure you're cleaning out all of your equipment and avoiding transport of weed seeds from one field to another. This update brought to you courtesy of your soybean checkoff investments! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. soybean farmers are sitting on immeasurable data but often don't know how to turn it into actionable insights. Shawn Conley, Ph.D., a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, discusses the results of a multistate data project focusing on management practices that can help increase farmers’ yields to improve efficiency and drive sustainability. The project was supported by several state soybean organizations, including the North Central Soybean Research Program, Nebraska Soybean Board and Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board. A recording of the webinar with slides can be found here.

It’s Agronomic Monday on RealAgRadio! On today’s show, you’ll hear from: John Gavloski, entomologist with Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development, for the latest on insect pressure; Shawn Conley of the University of Wisconsin, about unlocking the secrets of soybeans; Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson, talking heat stress and timely rain; and, Justine Cornelsen with the Canola... Read More

It’s Agronomic Monday on RealAgRadio! On today’s show, you’ll hear from: John Gavloski, entomologist with Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development, for the latest on insect pressure; Shawn Conley of the University of Wisconsin, about unlocking the secrets of soybeans; Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson, talking heat stress and timely rain; and, Justine Cornelsen with the Canola... Read More

It has long been believed that soybean doesn’t flower until after the summer solstice — June 21, the longest day of the year. Research from Dr. Shawn Conley and his team from the University of Wisconsin-Madison says otherwise, and in this episode of Soybean School, Conley joins Bernard Tobin to chat about early flowering in... Read More

The big news flash came when Dean Foods announced they'll be filing Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.  Dr. Mark Stephenson with the Center for Dairy Profitability in Madison says he really doesn't believe it will have a profound impact on milk prices or market movement. Meanwhile Wisconsin farmers are weeks behind with the harvest, and with more snow on the way - it doesn't look like things are getting much better.  If you did harvest wet beans, now what do you do?  Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist, coaches farmers up on how to dry down soybeans without dropping quality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National 4-H Week continues. Today, we talk with some of the exhibitors at World Dairy Expo in Madison, and UW-Madison soybean specialist Shawn Conley talks about the importance of taking notes during the ongoing harvest. Chippewa County UW-Extension agriculture agent stops in to provide updates about area UW-Extension programs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob talks about water quality with an owner of Son Bow Farm, which recently hosted an on-farm twilight meeting. Scott brings another Wisconsin soybean update with state soybean specialist Shawn Conley. We also have our share of steady banter, markets and news, along with a visit by Chippewa County University of Wisconsin-Extension agriculture agent Jerry Clark. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fair season is on our minds today, and we talk with a fair manager about what goes into creating a county fair. State soybean specialist Shawn Conley provides a soybean update, and Chippewa County University of Wisconsin-Extension agriculture agent Jerry Clark shares Chippewa County Fair market-animal show results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our coverage continues from the Northern Wisconsin State Fair, along with Bob and Scott educating each other about some of the newest foods that will be served at the upcoming Wisconsin State Fair. Scott also talks with state soybean specialist Shawn Conley in the Wisconsin Soybean Update program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are still so many decisions farms are trying to make on managing unplanted fields.  Josh Scramlin talks with agents from Rural Mutual Insurance on things they need to think through. Dr. Shawn Conley, UW-Extension Soybean Specialist is on that same track.  Wisconsin farmers can consider using corn and soybeans as an official cover crop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Farm Service Agency state director Sandy Chalmers helps fill us in about the latest federal dairy-aid package on this last day of spring. Scott also visits with University of Wisconsin-Madison soybean specialist Shawn Conley about controlling weeds and diseases in soybeans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our southern Wisconsin team talks about farmers markets while we dodge more raindrops in the Eau Claire area. Chippewa County University of Wisconsin-Extension agriculture agent Jerry Clark also talks about recent awards earned by area agents, and Scott brings us a soybean update with UW-Madison soybean specialist Shawn Conley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We cover the news about the merger of two of the region's large farm-supply cooperatives, and talk about the swine fever outbreak. University of Wisconsin-Madison soybean specialist Shawn Conley also tells farmers to not be shy about getting soybeans into the soil as soon as possible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fields may not be ready to go yet, but Dr. Shawn Conley, UW Soybean Extension Specialist says it's a good time to review details for success. Women make up more and more of Wisconsin agriculture's land owners.  That can be a big responsibility if you're not from a farming background.  Reba McClone reports on seminars that will help get a handle on doing it right. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob visits with the Dutch developer of a floating dairy farm in The Netherlands; Scott talks about soybeans with University of Wisconsin soybean specialist Shawn Conley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fumiko Wellington’s father George Wellington left a lasting legacy upon the double bass world.  Raised in Boston and exposed at an early age to music, George studied with Warren Benfield at Northwestern University.  George moved with his family to Hawaii, one of the few places in which his multiracial family could live and work in the United States at that time. Fumiko shares all kinds of reminiscences in this conversation about George and the impact he had on the double bass in Hawaii, including bringing Francois Rabbath to the state, starting the Hawaii Contrabass Festival and ushering young bassists like Shawn Conley and Kiyoe Wellington into thriving careers. Listen to Contrabass Conversations with our free app for iOS, Android, and Kindle! Contrabass Conversations is sponsored by: D'Addario Strings This episode is brought to you by D’Addario Strings! Check out their Zyex strings, which are synthetic core strings that produce an extremely warm, rich sound. Get the sound and feel of gut strings with more evenness, projection and stability than real gut.   Kolstein Music The Samuel Kolstein Violin Shop was founded by Samuel Kolstein in 1943 as a Violin and Bow making establishment in Brooklyn, New York. Now on Long Island, over 60 years later, Kolstein’s has built a proud reputation for quality, craftsmanship and expertise in both the manufacture and repair of a whole range of stringed instruments, and has expanded to a staff of twelve experts in restoration, marketing and production. Steve Swan String Bass Steve Swan String Bass features the West Coast’s largest selection of double basses between Los Angeles and Canada.  Located in Burlingame, just south of San Francisco, their large retail showroom holds about 70 basses on display. Their new basses all feature professional setups and come with a cover at no additional cost. Used and consignment instruments receive any needed repairs and upgrades before getting a display position on the sales floor. Upton Bass String Instrument Company Upton's Karr Model Upton Double Bass represents an evolution of our popular first Karr model, refined and enhanced with further input from Gary Karr. Since its introduction, the Karr Model with its combination of comfort and tone has gained a loyal following with jazz and roots players. The slim, long “Karr neck” has even become a favorite of crossover electric players. The Bass Violin Shop The Bass Violin Shop offers the Southeast’s largest inventory of laminate, hybrid and carved double basses. Whether you are in search of the best entry-level laminate, or a fine pedigree instrument, there is always a unique selection ready for you to try. Trade-ins and consignments welcome! A440 Violin Shop An institution in the Roscoe Village neighborhood for over 20 years, A440's commitment to fairness and value means that we have many satisfied customers from the local, national, and international string playing communities. Our clients include major symphony orchestras, professional orchestra and chamber music players, aspiring students, amateur adult players, all kinds of fiddlers, jazz and commercial musicians, university music departments, and public schools.   Contrabass Conversations production team: Jason Heath, host Michael Cooper and Steve Hinchey, audio editing Mitch Moehring, audio engineer Trevor Jones, publication and promotion Krista Kopper, archival and cataloging Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!

Scott talks with Virginia Tech University ag economist Dave Kohl about dairy markets, and with University of Wisconsin soybean special Shawn Conley about early soybean planting. Bob and Scott also note hat they didn't win the previous night's Powerball lottery drawing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin Farmers Union legislative director Kara O'Connor talks today about the Farmers Union's Dairy Together program. We also have a soybean update with University of Wisconsin soybean specialist Shawn Conley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cody Heller of Alma Center, Wisconsin, talks about taking his agribusiness company global, and Wisconsin soybean specialist Shawn Conley talks about the need to note soybean-seed quality during the 2019 planting season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9/21/2018 International Day of Peace with members of Silkroad Ensemble In observation of International Day of Peace, the Rothko Chapel presented a performance by members of the Silkroad Ensemble, while in residency at Rice University, in collaboration with the Aga Khan Council. Performing artists included: Shawn Conley, bass; Nicholas Cords, viola; Sandeep Das, tabla; Maeve Gilchrist, harp; Kaoru Watanabe, shinobue flutes, taiko. Set list: Taiko and Shinobue solo by Kaoru Watanabe Vaishanavi by Sandeep Das Harp Solo by Maeve Gilchrist Ostinato 4 ("Yellow Birds") by Maeve Gilchrist In Manus Tuas by Caroline Shaw Bloodlines by Kaoru Watanabe Tarang by Sandeep Das, arr. Silkroad In a Landscape by John Cage Waves of Rush by Aidan O'Rourke, arr. Maeve Gilchrist Together Alone by Kaoru Watanabe The International Day of Peace ("Peace Day") is observed around the world each year on the 21st of September. Established in 1981 by unanimous United Nations resolution, Peace Day provides a globally shared date for all humanity to commit to Peace above all differences and to contribute to building a Culture of Peace. To learn more about International Day of Peace, visit internationaldayofpeace.org. About Silkroad Ensemble: Silkroad creates music that engages difference, sparking radical cultural collaboration and passion-driven learning to build a more hopeful world. Yo-Yo Ma conceived Silkroad in 1998 as a reminder that even as rapid globalization resulted in division, it brought extraordinary possibilities for working together. Seeking to understand this dynamic, he began to learn about the historical Silk Road, recognizing in it a model for productive cultural collaboration, for the exchange of ideas and tradition alongside commerce and innovation. And in a radical experiment, he brought together musicians from the lands of the Silk Road to co-create a new artistic idiom, a musical language founded in difference, a metaphor for the benefits of a more connected world. Today, these Grammy Award-winning artists seek and practice radical cultural collaboration in many forms, creating and presenting new music, teacher and musician training workshops, and residency programs in schools, museums, and communities. Silkroad has recorded seven albums. Sing Me Home, which won the 2016 Grammy for Best World Music Album was developed and recorded alongside the documentary feature The Music of Strangers, from Oscar-winning director Morgan Neville.