In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, host Ben Jacob discusses crop protection tips and reminders and the importance of understanding the role unseasonably warm temperatures will have. Joining this episode is Brad Burkhart, market development specialist and crop protection expert with Corteva Agriscience. The pair discuss pre-plant weed control, spring nitrogen management and post-planting weed and pest control.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Ben Jacob and Brian Shrader discuss winter canola and its viability as a double-crop in regions like Kentucky and maybe one day Indiana. Joining the duo is Chad Berghoefer, Global Product Director - Biofuels, Corteva Agriscience. Chad provides a background on crops as renewable fuel, canola as a renewable fuel and winter canola as a potential double-crop option for growers.
Resources
Forward-thinking Farming Webinar - Fueling the Future with New Biofuels
Corteva Canola products: https://www.corteva.ca/en/crops/canola.html
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader, Carl Joern and Ben Jacob discuss soybean cyst nematode. Joining the podcast is Lance Shepherd, Pioneer Field Agronomist. The group discuss SCN in different parts of Indiana, as it is not as prevalent in some areas, while it's currently wreaking havoc in others.
Resources
Tylka - SCN in the Midwest (PDF): https://www.agry.purdue.edu/cca/2008/proceedings/tylka.pdf
Purdue University - SCN Entomology: https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/publications/E-210/E-210.html
Brownfield - Pioneer continues fight against SCN: https://brownfieldagnews.com/2023/09/pioneer-continues-fight-against-scn/
Pioneer: Refocusing on SCN Management: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/Refocusing-on-Soybean-Cyst-Nematode-Management.html
Pioneer: SCN Populations Across the Corn Belt: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/scn-population-midwest.html
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader, Carl Joern and Ben Jacob begin a series on interviewing crop doctors. Whether it's building an in-season nutrient plan or getting the right seed for your acres, finding the right prescription can be difficult. Making it a little easier is Dr. Shaun Casteel, Associate Professor of Agronomy at Purdue University. Dr. Casteel and the Indiana trio discuss tips for managing crops in 2024, maximizing yield and data-driven nutrient management advice.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, host Brian Shrader sits down with co-host Carl Joern, getting to know Carl a little better. From an upbringing that wasn't-to-agricultural, so finding a path at Purdue that would eventually lead to becoming a Pioneer Agronomist, Carl goes in-depth into his background.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader and Ben Jacob discuss the 2024 Pioneer Agronomy Conference and the latest Pioneer Agronomy Research Summary. The pair highlight takeaways from the annual agronomy conference, including seminars and topics from agronomists throughout the United States. The pair also touch on topics of interest from the 2024 Agronomy Research Summary.
Resources
2024 Pioneer Agronomy Research PDF: https://www.pioneer.com/content/dam/dpagco/pioneer/na/us/en/files/agronomy/DOC-Agronomy-Book-Pioneer-NA-US-V1.pdf
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader and Ben Jacob continue to get to know area agronomists as host Ben swaps to guest. Ben talks about his journey to being a Pioneer Agronomist, discussing an agricultural background filled with research and growth.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern and Ben Jacob discuss entomology and pest management with Dr. John Obermeyer. Dr. Obermeyer is an entomologist and Integrated Pest Mgmt Supervisor with the Purdue University extension. The trio dive into cold weather and the impact it has on soil and crop pests.
Resources
Insect Survival in Cold and/or Saturated Conditions: https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pestandcrop/article/insect-survival-in-cold-and-or-saturated-conditions-chill-and-dont-breathe/
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader, Ben Jacob and Carl Joern discuss how agronomists help growers get bushels in the grain bin. From soil prepping and crop planting, to fertilizing and harvesting - oh, and everything in between, agronomists work with growers, trying to get a solid seed ROI. In this episode, hosts discuss navigating market uncertainty, early season fertilizer and fungicide decisions, the importance of soil testing and crop protection planning.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern and Brian Shrader take a deep dive ... into the life and times of Brian Shrader. From growing up a ridge till farmer, to studying agriculture and becoming an agronomist, Brian discusses what makes him, HIM!
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