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!
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern, Ben Jacob and Brian Shrader revisit a previous episode interviewing Dr. William McFee, a former Purdue Agronomy professor and current tree farm owner. The group discuss Christmas trees, pest and fertility management and how the next generation is still buying real Christmas trees.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern, Brian Shrader and Ben Jacob continue talking with local Pioneer agronomists. Joining this episode is Kyle Quick. Kyle is a Pioneer Agronomist in Indiana. He discusses his background and education in agronomy and what he enjoys about Pioneer.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader and Ben Jacob continue a discussion on preparing for the next growing season. Now is the time many growers are making decisions for 2024 - especially in terms of inputs and in-season fieldwork. The duo discuss the importance of field fertility and soil sampling, waterhemp issues in Indiana fields and doing your crop health due diligence as the calendar turns.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader and Carl Joern provide an overview of harvest data in Indiana as harvest wraps up. They also discuss making agronomic decisions and what goes into selecting the right seed for your acres. They also provide the final update for the 2023 Pioneer Hybrid Draft. Hybrid draft data took into consideration over 200 plots across the state. The winning hybrid was Pioneer® brand P1742Q corn.
Resources
2023 Hybrid Draft podcast episode: https://pioneer-agronomy-indiana.simplecast.com/episodes/pioneer-hybrid-draft-2023
In-season Hybrid Draft update: https://pioneer-agronomy-indiana.simplecast.com/episodes/bye-week-standings-and-hybrid-draft-update
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern, Brian Shrader and Ben Jacob round out this series on Purdue Football Agronomics - ending by talking to Andrew Ferrel, Pioneer Product Agronomist and Indiana Hoosier representative. The group look back on the 2023 growing season in Indiana, discuss 2024 and 2025 planning and touch on the new Z-series soybeans. They also talk Boilermaker-Hoosier football.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Brian Shrader and Carl Joern get closer to wrapping up their series of talking with Corteva and Pioneer personnel who have attended universities on the Purdue Boilermakers football schedule. Representing Northwestern on this episode is Crystal Williams, Pioneer Field Agronomist in Northern Illinois. The trio discuss variability in yield throughout Illinois for the 2023 growing season, combatting corn and soybean pests and diseases and give their outcome predictions for the Purdue vs. Northwestern game.
Resources
Listen to Crystal Williams on the Pioneer Agronomy Illinois podcast:
Seed and Seedling Diseases of Corn: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/seed-seedling-diseases-corn.html
Soybean Seed and Seedling Diseases: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/seed_seedling_diseases_cropfocus.html
Early Season Soybean Pests and Diseases: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/early-soybean-pests-diseases.html
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern and Brian Shrader continue going through the Purdue Boilermakers football schedule, interviewing Corteva and Pioneer employees and alumni from each school. Joining this week is Jay Zielske, Pioneer Field Agronomist and University of Minnesota Golden Gopher. The trio discuss Minnesota and Indiana harvest updates, how to combat weather extremes and the pests that come with, and soybean diseases such as soybean cyst nematode and white mold.
0:00 - 8:38 Minnesota and Indiana Harvest Update
8:39 - 16:10 Combatting Extremes and Pests
16:11 - 24:14 Soybean Cyst Nematode and White Mold Management
24:15 - 30:11 When Should I Plant Corn?
30:12 - 40:15 Purdue vs. Minnesota
40:16 - 48:51 Skin Cancer Awareness
Resources
Your Field is Our Office with Jay Zielske and Ashley Storby links
Soybean Cyst Nematode Populations Across the Cornbelt: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/scn-population-midwest.html
Refocusing on Soybean Cyst Nematode Management: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/Refocusing-on-Soybean-Cyst-Nematode-Management.html
Integrated Management of White Mold in Soybean Production: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/white_mold.html
Early Corn Planting Considerations: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/early-corn-planting-cropfocus.html
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, host Carl Joern continues to charge through Purdue's football schedule, interviewing alumni from each school the week the teams meet on the gridiron. Joining this episode to provide her prediction is 2x University of Michigan graduate Brook Cunningham. Brook is the Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer of Corteva Agriscience. She will be featured on an upcoming episode of the podcast. Carl discusses early corn crop yields in Eastern Illinois and Indiana. He also provides another update to the Pioneer Hybrid Draft, with many Pioneer® brand corn hybrids performing well, making for a tight race.
Resources
2023 Hybrid Draft podcast episode: https://pioneer-agronomy-indiana.simplecast.com/episodes/pioneer-hybrid-draft-2023
Hybrid Draft Update: https://pioneer-agronomy-indiana.simplecast.com/episodes/bye-week-standings-and-hybrid-draft-update
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, hosts Carl Joern and Ben Jacob continue to charge through Purdue's football schedule, interviewing alumni from each school the week the teams meet on the gridiron. Joining this episode Nebraska alum and former Corn Husker football player Brandon Wardyn. Brandon, a Husker for their 1997 National Championship, is currently a Corn Evaluation Zone Leader for Corteva Agriscience. The trio discuss Pillars of Pioneer research, Pioneer's germplasm and local breeding around Nebraska.
In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy podcast, host Carl Joern solos this episode, bringing listeners up to speed on Indiana harvest and field observations. He also provides a mid-season roundup for the Purdue Football Schedule podcast episode predictions. Carl also revisits the Pioneer Hybrid Draft. In June, Pioneer agronomists from around the state selected Pioneer Corn Hybrids in a fantasy-style draft to go head-to-head based on yield and overall harvest performance. Listen to that podcast here: https://pioneer-agronomy-indiana.simplecast.com/episodes/pioneer-hybrid-draft-2023
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