Podcasts about Tillage

This week's show comes to you from Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire where the Irish Farmers Journal team attended the Cereals event. We chatted to Ceres Rural agronomist Will Sturdens, hear from Kaleb Cooper and report the highlights. Importantly we keep an eye on crops in Ireland. Brian Reilly of Drummonds reports from the north east. We look at the paper and grain prices. You can listen to the podcast here. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science.To register for the UCD Lyons open evening and the live podcast recording click here: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1TD2IPxPUTuyqGnuWFnPwQwets9e Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don Somers, a tillage farmer from Wexford, and the overall winner of the Environmental Sustainability award in 2025, joins The Tillage Edge, along with John Mahon, his Signpost Farm advisor, to preview the open evening at Don's farm on June 17th. The event is targeted at farmers, non-farmers and young people to showcase sustainable practices on tillage farms.   Don is particularly keen to show people that a commercial tillage farm can work hand in hand with the surrounding environment.   Further details of the event and registration are at:https://teagasc.ie/event/a-somers-evening-farm-walk/ For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

Martin Bourke, Organic Specialist & Dr. William Deasy, Specialised Vegetable Advisor, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Organic Tillage & Vegetables: Better Weeding Through Shared Machinery'. You can watch the webinar at:https://youtu.be/6ZCrzmxuVys?si=cz8XiKL9ynoB-0Zx To register for future webinars go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/                        For more podcasts from the Signpost Series: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/ 

On this week's podcast we chatted to Olivier de Matos who is the director general of CropLife Europe, an organisation that lobbies for improved crop protection in Europe for genetic techniques to pesticides and digital technologies. We have a fieldwork update and the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dubliner Andy Mahon, who is farm manager of the Bromborough Estate in Northamptonshire, UK, discusses crop conditions, how the business is coping with the difficult weather, grass-weed pressure and recent changes to farm support. Andy also outlines his blackgrass strategy — from planning and growing crops in fields with low blackgrass population, to targeted herbicide use and post-emergence controls — and is candid about the challenge, saying that despite persistent efforts it remains hard to get the weed fully under control. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

The same highly sophisticated seismic tools and methods used to measure the severity of earthquakes show promise in determining the impact tillage has on soil moisture and water retention. University of Washington scientists say these research results indicate tillage and compaction disrupt the intricate capillary networks within the soil in ways that affect how it soaks up water.

North Kildare farmer, Phillip Harris, and Teagasc advisor, John Brophy, discuss crop progress and management challenges on this week's Tillage Edge.  Phillip describes the adjustments he's made since changing to strip till establishment, plus a strict containment plan for grass weeds involving crop burn off, fallow and rigorous hand rouging.  Phillip recommends herbicide testing for resistance in the identified weeds. John warns that many spring crops face moisture stress and urges caution with herbicide applications, especially tank mixes or spraying marginal crops.  For more on weed testing for herbicide resistance go to:https://teagasc.ie/crops/crops/grass-weeds/dealing-with-a-grass-weed-problem/herbicide-resistance/ For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

On this week's Tillage Podcast, we chat to the head of farming and agribusiness at the World Bank, Anup Jagwani. We chat to Edwini Kessie, who is the director of agriculture and commodities at the World Trade Organisation. There's a fieldwork, grain trends, and weather report, as well as a look at the paper. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We re-join the conversation with Jim McCarthy, who farms an extensive holding in north-eastern Romania, as Jim walks us through recent changes on the farm, most notably his move away from the big-name manufacturers toward more affordable South American machinery to reduce costs. He also discusses the wider crisis facing Romanian agriculture after three severe droughts: bankruptcies among local suppliers, a tightening of credit for farmers, and many crops that have not yet received fertiliser this season. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

We report from the World Seed Congress this week. We chat to a French farmer and grain analyst, Arthur Portier, from Argus Media. We met Goldcrop's Donal Fitzgerald, who was doing business and trading seed at the congress, and we chatted to the North American Grain Export Association on the US-China trade deal and deforestation regulations. It's a jam-packed episode, and we'll let you know what's in the paper as well. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

On this week's show we bring you to the opening of the new Diageo brewery in Co Kildare, chat to Minister Martin Heydon and Drinks Ireland's Cormac Healy. We hear how treating Irish grain can result in a lower carbon footprint in pig production, look at the paper, talk T2s on winter wheat and have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael McCarthy, a Teagasc tillage advisor, and Tom Barry, a farmer near Mallow, Cork, discuss how crops in their area are progressing.  This spring brought three distinct planting windows and Michael is concerned about the later two as emergence is only ok and there is visible damage on the headlands, so those fields will need close monitoring. Tom reports his winter crops are looking well and he's up to date with fertiliser and spraying operations.  He's used organic slurries for several years and says the improved soil resilience is helping crops cope in a challenging season. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

On this week's Tillage Podcast, we headed to Cork to walk some crops of winter barley, wheat, spring cereals and beans with Liam Leahy of Dairygold.We look at the paper, have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim McCarthy, who is farming a large tract of land in Romania, joins this week's Tillage Edge to talk about the progress on his farm over the past few months.  Jim talks about the changes in establishment system and how this is helping maintain yields by trapping more moisture and allowing him to reduce fertiliser inputs.  However, Jim remains cautious about the outlook for prices and expresses concern about overall costs rising and eroding profitability of the sector. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

A uniform seedbed starts with properly leveled tillage equipment. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Iowa State University specialist Ryan Bergman explains why leveling your implement front to back and side to side is critical for consistent soil depth and accurate seed placement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Master Gardener, Emily Clem, talks with earthworm expert, Jacob Zammito, about the role earthworms can play in your garden by improving soil structure. He talks about native worms, invasive worms, worm behavior, and how to attract and keep worms in your garden. Earthworm gardening encourages a healthy ecosystem with the added bonus of less or no tillage. Jacob shares his philosophy of letting nature do its work and the benefits of inviting earthworms into the garden.  Links:https://www.aces.edu/https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.alcpl.org/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay  

On this week's podcast we chat to Brett Brothers agronomist Paul Colgan on winter crops management, virus and spring cereals. We look at the paper, get tips on liquid nitrogen use from Luke Thornton and have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weed control is becoming more difficult with herbicide resistance of one or more weeds now on most farms.  For this episode of The Tillage Edge, Ciaran Collins and Shay Phelan, Tillage Specialists at Teagasc, explain how to get good weed control in spring cereals, even where resistance is an issue.  Shay says that sequencing weed control around wild oats can be effective in ensuring good control of all weeds while Ciaran says that tank mixing of a number of products in the same tank is possible, with some care, but he emphasises a strong growing plant is key to minimising damage to the plant.  For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

On this week's tillage podcast we chat fieldwork and regulations. We chat all things crop nutrition with Robbie Byrne of Precision Nutrition from balancing nutrients to preventing stress. As always, we have the latest news, look at the paper and have advice on identifying plant growth stages, along with the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Louise McNamara, a researcher with Teagasc, is on this week's Tillage Edge to talk about the threat posed by aphids and, consequently, BYDV this season.  Louise explains that the thresholds, or triggers for action, are similar to previous years, although ongoing research is expected to refine these in the future. She highlights that crops emerging after mid-April are at greatest risk, while noting that location can also play an important role.  Aphicide resistance is an important consideration, but pyrethroid insecticides are still providing effective control. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Koziol of Mycobloom talks about how tilling the soil affects thow fungi communities living in it.   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.

On this week's podcast we talk fieldwork and the struggle on farms across the country at present. We chat to fungicide expert Professor Fiona Burnett of the Scottish Rural College on resistance.We also run through feed and grain imports for 2025, look at the paper and have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last month Teagasc published sector roadmaps, including the Tillage Roadmap 2030, which sets production and sustainability targets and outlines changes needed to advance the sector.  Achieving these ambitions will be challenging but vital. In this episode, John Spink, Head of the Crops, Environment and Land Use Programme at Teagasc, and Dr Ewen Mullins, Head of Crop Research, join us to explain the roadmap's priorities, practical measures for farmers, and how research, industry and policy must align to deliver that vision. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

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

On this week's podcast we chat through fieldwork and jobs to be done. We take a look at Crop Protection Magazine and have the grain market and weather reports. This week we have an interview with Steve Dennis of BASF on product development and much more. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Tillage Podcast, we chatted to Michael Burke and Conor Condron of J. Grennan and Sons at the company's HQ in Rath, Co Offaly, on the importance of producing high-quality feed using local ingredients.We toured the mill and talk about an investment of €4m to increase capacity and improve efficiency. We will of course talk fieldwork, fertiliser, look at the paper and have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to this Monday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! On today’s show, Smith is joined by: Gus Ternoey of Grain Farmers of Ontario on encouraging transparency about fertilizer shortages; Andres Reyes Gaige of Acadian Plant Health for a spotlight interview; and, Peter Johnson of RealAgriculture to unpack winter wheat survivability, corn... Read More

Welcome to this Monday edition of RealAg Radio with your host Lyndsey Smith! On today’s show, Smith is joined by: Gus Ternoey of Grain Farmers of Ontario on encouraging transparency about fertilizer shortages; Andres Reyes Gaige of Acadian Plant Health for a spotlight interview; and, Peter Johnson of RealAgriculture to unpack winter wheat survivability, corn... Read More

In this episode, Dr. Gabriel Kenne of the University of South Carolina talks about the changes farmers can expect to see with their soils once they stop tillage.   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.

This week's Tillage Podcast focuses on prioritising jobs in the fields, sowing, markets, the tillage payment and the whiskey technical file. We have a chat with Alister McRobbie of Corteva on herbicides for winter and spring crops and as always, we have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Salinity hasn't gone away—and in some parts of South Dakota, it may be setting up for a comeback. In this short, focused episode, Buz Kloot sits down with conservationist Shane Jordan to unpack why conditions are aligning for salinity to re-emerge as a serious issue this year. What looks like a dry start may actually be the trigger for something deeper—literally. This episode sets the stage for understanding the problem before diving into solutions in Part 2.   What You'll Learn Why last year's wet conditions are still affecting fields today How a rising water table + dry conditions can amplify salinity The role of capillary rise in bringing salts to the soil surface Why bare soil and lack of living roots make the problem worse How management decisions (tillage, crop loss, inputs) contribute to risk Why salinity is ultimately a water cycle problem, not just a soil issue “When we get a really wet year followed by a dry one… we actually see a lot of these salts get enhanced.”    Key Insight Salinity is not just a patch problem—it's a systems problem. What shows up as a white patch in a field is often just the symptom. The cause lies in how water moves (or doesn't move) across the entire landscape.   Why This Year Is Different Extremely wet conditions in parts of the region last year (30+ inches in some areas) Saturated soils leading to elevated water tables Limited plant growth or destroyed crops in affected areas Fields left bare and vulnerable to evaporation Early signs of a potentially dry season Together, these create the perfect conditions for salts to move upward and accumulate at the surface.   What to Watch For This Spring Areas with standing water last year Field edges near wetlands, ditches, and drainages Spots where crops were stressed, drowned out, or chemically terminated Expanding patches of white or crusted soil   Learn More We've compiled practical resources, videos, and producer insights here:

On this week's podcast we have all the latest news, prioritise jobs when weather allows for fieldwork and look at the grain trend and weather reports. Our guest this week is Alison Bosher, country manager with Life Scientific in Ireland and the UK, on generic plant protection product production. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intro 0:00 Podcast 01:12 Beck's Hybrids uses Product Characterization Research (PCR) to decide where each hybrid or variety will perform best before recommending it to farmers. 1️⃣ What “Product Characterization” Means It's a structured, multi-location testing system that answers: What soil types does this hybrid like? How does it respond to high vs. low fertility? Does it handle drought or wet conditions better? What population (seeding rate) maximizes yield? Is it defensive (stable) or offensive (high top-end yield)? How does it react to stress (heat, disease, compaction)? Instead of just asking “Does it yield well?”, PCR asks: Under what conditions does it yield best — and where should we place it? 2️⃣ How They Do It Beck's runs replicated field trials across many environments in the Midwest and beyond. They test hybrids under: Multiple planting populations Different fertility levels Various soil types Irrigated vs. dryland Tillage systems Stress scenarios (e.g., drought or disease pressure) This builds a performance profile for each hybrid or soybean variety. 3️⃣ Hybrid / Variety Placement Strategy After characterization, each product gets categorized by placement:

This week's Tillage Podcast features an interview with a member of the Tirlán grain advisory committee and two chats on biological plant protection products from companies that attended the Crop Tec Show in England. Of course, we look at this week's paper and let you know what to look out for, including an introduction to our new video series Yield Watch. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fennig Equipment L.L.C. 841 OH-29 Celina, OH 45822 (419) 953-8500 Spring is officially here and things are starting to pick up. In this episode of the Talking Shed Podcast, we talk about turning the page into March and how the urgency around equipment, deliveries, and spring prep is ramping up fast. We also share what it was like getting a Salford tool in the field in early March and why the results were better than expected. On top of that, we recap the Commodity Classic in San Antonio, discuss the conversations happening around agriculture policy, ethanol, and crop markets, and talk about why that show is one of the best places to connect with people in the industry. Back in the shop, we've also added something new to the lineup: a planter meter tester that will allow us to inspect and test meters for growers. It's another step toward helping farmers get their planters dialed in before planting season arrives. From field demos and farm shows to shop upgrades and spring weather, there's a lot happening this time of year. Check out the rest of the Talking Shed Podcast and subscribe for more conversations from inside the shop and out in the field.

On this week's Tillage Podcast we bring you the second part of our Tillage Podcast recorded live at the Irish Tillage and Land Use Society's spring workshop. We hear about the delay to the new sustainability scheme for malting barley supplied to the Malting Company of Ireland. Have advice on fieldwork and much more. We're joined by Craig England, farmer from Cork and ITLUS president, David Kennedy head of dairy and tillage at Bord Bia, agronomist John Metcalfe and political correspondent with the Irish Farmers Journal Pat O'Toole. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring planting success starts long before you enter the field.In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, the team breaks down the most important tillage and planter wear items to check before spring, helping you avoid in‑season downtime and protect yield potential.We begin with key tillage tool wear points—including shovels and disc blades—and what to look for as you pull equipment out of the shed. Then we shift focus to planter performance, walking step‑by‑step through critical components that impact seed depth, trench formation, singulation, and emergence consistency.Whether you're running conventional tillage, minimal till, or no‑till, these preseason checks can help you plant with confidence, reduce breakdowns, and get every seed off to the right start.If you're preparing your equipment for spring, this episode is a must‑listen.➡️ Let's ConnectTikTokInstagramFacebookLinkedInTwitterWhy Riesterer & Schnell?Riesterer & Schnell, a progressive locally-owned John Deere dealership, has proudly been serving Wisconsin communities since 1931. Because you are committed to your land, we are determined to provide you with the very best in equipment and service. Our specialties are tractors, farm equipment, zero turns, riding lawn mowers, precision farming technology, parts and service.www.rands.com

On this week's Tillage Podcast we recorded live in Co Wexford at the Irish Tillage and Land Use Society's spring workshop.This week we're joined by Craig England, farmer from Cork and ITLUS president, David Kennedy head of dairy and tillage at Bord Bia and agronomist John Metcalfe. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this week's podcast we bring the latest news from a draft proposal for grain inclusion in Bord Bia schemes, to funding for a new flour mill in Co Wexford. We have straw import figures, malting barley awards news, advice on winter cereal herbicides and an interview with a man using straw in building materials. As always, we have the grain trends and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crops Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rodale Institute: https://rodaleinstitute.org/"History of the Rodale Institute" on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nxSYYUMJ6F8Today we're talking to Dr. Andrew Smith of the Rodale Institute. I originally wanted to bring Andrew onto the show to talk about the history of the Rodale Institute and it's contribution to agricultural research. Rodale Institute is a nonprofit growing the organic movement through rigorous, solutions-based research, farmer training, and consumer education. But I ended up focusing more on questions related to tillage, organic claims and realities, and what they're learning from their long term farming systems trials.

On this week's podcast we catch up with Tirlán grain manager Donal Moloney and chat on prices and markets. We have all the latest news on payments, Irish grain in animal feed, Boortmalt and IFA and interview Tirlán grain award winner Bobby Miller. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Tillage Podcast we speak to an expert in fungicide resistance. Andreas Mehl from Bayer talks us through how resistance happens, what we can do to stop it and what the trends are.We cover all the latest news from tillage farmer numbers to malting barley and as always, have the grain market and weather reports. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This blog is a first for me. Of the 600 words or so that follow below, only about one-third are mine. The rest of you're about to read on this blog on artificial intelligence (AI) came from AI itself.

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Martin-Till, we're headed inside the 34th annual National No-Tillage Conference in St. Louis. Both longtime and first-time attendees share some of their biggest takeaways from the conference. We catch up with Jeff Martin from Mt. Pulaski, Ill., during one of the networking breaks for a conversation about how the longtime no-tiller is applying ocean water and more to his crops.

Celena has a discussion on the pros and cons of different tillage tool types and what they offer and what they do not! Call us to get a customized plan for your farm this coming year! TOP Ag Services is a Beck's Hybrids seed dealer as well as a franchise partner for Sweetwater Technologies. We provide Hybrid Corn Seed, Soybean Seed, and Wheat Seed. Beck's has access to the best genetics and trait technologies from suppliers worldwide. Through Sweetwater Technologies we have access to industry standard name brand herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and many others! We have access to biological stress mitigators, biological fertility foliar, and many other products in the category of crop protection and stress prevention. Through our business associates Dirks Bros, we offer fertilizer, soil sampling, and a whole suite of crop nutrition solutions. We are the first to market with the best products & provide the latest, most accurate agronomic information through proven research. If you need agronomic assistance or want to be added to these updates, feel free to reach out via the messaging feature or contact us at topagservices.com/contact or call us at 417-684-5301 to be connected with someone who can help you. All information here is for informational purposes only. It is not a recommendation for your farm. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included in this presentation without seeking other professional advice. The contents of this presentation contain general information and may not reflect current agronomic or developments or address your situation. We (Wendell Koehn and all of his affiliates, guests, or assistants) disclaim all liability for actions you take or fail to take based on any content in this presentation.

In this No-Till Farmer Podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, Senior Editor John Dobberstein shares some of the exciting educational sessions and networking opportunities growers will have at their fingertips at the 2026 National No-Till Conference, Jan. 6-9, in St. Louis.

Soil specialist and consultant Dr. Jim Hoorman of Hoorman Soil Health talks about the different types and depths of tillage and how some tillage can be beneficial for certain soils.   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.

Harvest 2025 is all but a wrap, so the boys share some tips for getting all your harvest data sorted out, and then we get to the meat of the episode; TILLAGE SEASON. Summer internship positions are open! Apply at kibbleeq.com/careers    Sam Paulson - Manager of Interns Chris Horob - Precision Support Manager Sam Jensen - Precision Support Specialist