In this episode, Pioneer field agronomists discuss harvest conditions, ear mold trends and what growers should be watching for in both grain and silage.

Forage veterinarian Dr. Adam Kroll joins the conversation to unpack how different ear molds develop, when they become toxic, and what that means for feed quality, animal health, and storage management.

From field scouting tips to safe feed strategies, this episode dives deep into what growers can do right now to manage mold risks and protect their herds.

Listen for discussion about:

🌽 Ear mold identification and scouting tips

🐄 Mycotoxins and livestock health

🔥 Grain drying, temperature, and storage management

🥶 Why silage fermentation helps stop mold growth

🧪 Testing and feed management best practices

Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about Agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts industry professionals to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and researchers.

Kick'N Dirt is hosted by Pioneer Agronomists Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski, who are based in Nebraska.

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