The Cornelius Seed Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Plant it. Profit. It's not just a slogan - it's our mission. At Cornelius Seed, we provide industry-leading corn and soybean genetics, traits and service, so you may maximize your profits on every acre. Since 1935, we've been an independent, family-owned company. That's eight decades and five generations of performance excellence and agronomic know-how we will share with you via our podcast.
In this episode, we tackle the challenges facing Midwest growers, especially in Cornelius Country.
Lead Agronomist Craig Allaman provides insights on navigating tough times, discussing the recent True armyworm scouting alert in easter Iowa and offering advice on preventing crop destruction.
We cover issues like delayed planting, crop damage from heavy rains, hail, and flooding, along with replanting options and crop insurance implications. Despite the hurdles, there's hope for recovery if the weather improves.
Tune in to learn about key priorities like monitoring for true armyworms, black cutworms, and upcoming rootworm hatch, and discover how proactive pest management can ensure a successful growing season.
Resources Discussed:
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Scout for True Armyworms this Spring | Integrated Crop Management (iastate.edu)2024 Iowa Moth Trapping Network Update: Week 8 | Integrated Crop Management (iastate.edu)
Insects - Corn ipmPIPESpring Moth Trapping Update - farmdoc (illinois.edu)Extension Crop and Pest Reports (May 13-17) | CropWatch | University of Nebraska–Lincoln (unl.edu)#Truearmyworm #corn #soybeans
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In this episode, we tackle the challenges of managing corn and soybean fields affected by delayed planting and flooding due to heavy rainfall. Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, Craig Allaman shares valuable insights on:
- Crop Maturity Considerations: Understanding the impact of delayed planting on crop development.
- Replant Decisions: Evaluating when and how to replant for optimal yields.
- Monitoring Plant Health: Strategies for assessing plant health in saturated soils prone to disease and nitrogen loss.
- Assessing Crop Damage: Techniques for evaluating damage after ponding and adjusting scouting plans for increased insect pressure.
- Soil Testing Recommendations: Best practices for soil testing to manage nutrient levels in challenging conditions.
Farmers dealing with late planting or crop damage will find practical advice to maximize their growing season despite adverse conditions. Tune in to learn how to navigate these obstacles and ensure the best possible outcomes for your crops.
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Emergence management is key for crop yields. In this episode, Gavin Burgess, Eastern Iowa Regional Manager with Precision Planting dives into variety of helpful and actionable tips to keep in mind as you get your planter field ready. Hear about potential losses from issues and how real-time moisture sensing tools can help ensure uniform germination across variable soil conditions. Gavin also discusses the impacts of seed spacing errors on yield and profitability, and how calibration can help mitigate issues exacerbated by high-speed planting. You don't want to miss this episode, you'll take the guesswork out of emergence and learn about the relationship between spacing, emergence, and your bottom line. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/corneliusseed/message
Dive into the intricate world of climate science and agriculture in this thought-provoking podcast episode. Join us as we listen to a recorded Partner to Profit Grower Meeting hosted in Dubuque, IA. Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead agronomist covers topics ranging from historical climate data analysis to modern agricultural practices and future challenges. Craig explores the evolving terminology and practices in conservation agriculture, regenerative agriculture, and organic farming, alongside the challenges and potential consequences of proposed regulations. Gain insights into the importance of soil health, bio stimulants, and precision planting in optimizing crop yield. From hot topic conversations to understanding the significance of early planting decisions, this episode offers a multifaceted exploration of the intricate interplay between science, agriculture, and environmental stewardship. 0:00 - 5:22 Climate change and its impact on agriculture 10:14 Sustainable farming practices and government regulation. 15:21 Pesticide use and its impact on farming and society. 20:26 Soil moisture and weather predictions for 2024 growing season. 25:13 Bio-stimulants for yield increase. 30:42 Using biological products for corn yield increase. 36:14 Corn and soybean planting strategies. 41:50 Soybean cyst nematodes and rotation effects on corn and soybean yields. 45:05 New disease control products - Discussion of promising new fungicide technologies for soybeans and corn 47:07 Controlling diseases in soybeans and corn. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/corneliusseed/message
The 2023 growing season threw curveballs at Cornelius Country farmers. But how can we turn those challenges into triumphs for 2024? Tune in to this episode, recorded live at the Partner to Profit - Post Harvest Grower Meeting, as Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist Craig Allaman dissects the impact of the Early Summer Drought, analyzes planting date strategies, discusses the impact wildfire smoke may have had on yields, diseases, pesky Rootworms and more! We'll also explore Craig's field trials on nitrogen replacement with Proven 40. This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for any post-harvest grower looking to make the most of the upcoming season.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/corneliusseed/message
What can we expect for Corn and Soybean harvest 2023? Join us as we talk to Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist about the key things to look out for when getting ready for harvest. We'll discuss the impact of the dry season on stalk quality, test weight, and nitrate concerns. We'll also talk about SDS in soybeans, checking standability for harvest timing using our PAUSE. PUSH. PINCH. method, and other potential problems that producers should be aware of.
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In this episode, we dive into the world of corn rootworm pressure and the revolutionary SmartStax® PRO with RNAi Technology. Our Lead Agronomist, Craig, sheds light on the various methods used to evaluate rootworm pressure and the unique challenges faced in 2023 due to heavy insect pressure. Discover the intricacies of the SmartStax® PRO trait and how it addresses rootworm larvae control differently from traditional traits. Understand the implications of early root feeding and the long-term benefits of reduced rootworm adults through the RNAi Technology. Join us for a great discussion on the importance of field evaluations and monitoring adult rootworm beetle activity to make informed decisions for successful crop management.
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Join us on this episode of the Cornelius Seed Podcast as we interview Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist & discover the answers to burning questions such as: What is the optimal crop stage for a fungicide application? Do fungicides affect pollination? Gain valuable insights on dealing with the challenges posed by uneven tasseling and how to make informed decisions to protect your profits while scouting for silk clipping. We also provide a crucial update on the severe early season drought stress and discuss the impact of the recent Canadian wildfire smoke on crops. Tune in to explore these topics and much more!
Article referenced in this episode:
Please click to view information on: Wildfire smoke and potential impacts to crops
article sourced from Cool Bean Blog, written by Christopher J. Kucharik, Department Chair, Department of Agronomy University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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We’re going to see the launch of more technology over the next five years in agriculture than we’ve seen over the last 25 years. This innovation is amazing but it’s also causing more complexity in the options you’re given as a farmer. We’re here to sort that complexity out for you. Customer feedback has highlighted the need for clarity on the differences between traits, how to effectively manage them, and potential watch outs. To address these concerns, we delve into traits such as SmartStax®, SmartStax® PRO with RNAi Technology, VT Double PRO® RIB Complete®, Trecepta® RIB Complete®, PowerCore® Enlist®, Viptera® , Duracade®, and DuracadeViptera™
Together with James Cornelius, Cornelius Seed Plant Manager & Product Selection Agronomist, we navigate the intricacies of each trait, exploring their unique features, benefits, and key considerations.
Trait Comparision Table - Modes of action
Corn Traits Discussed:
Corn Trait Technologies | Bayer Traits
PowerCore® Enlist® corn | Seeds & Traits | Corteva Agriscience
Herculex® Insect Protection | Corteva Agriscience™
Syngenta Corn Traits | Syngenta US (syngenta-us.com)
Soybean Traits Discussed:
Enlist E3® Soybeans | Enlist™ weed control system
Soybean Traits | Bayer Traits
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In this episode, we provide a corn and soybean crop update from fields across Iowa, North West Illinois & South East Wisconsin. Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist shares valuable insights on the impact of dry weather, key growth stages, and important pests and diseases to scout for. Learn about proactive management practices you can take to optimize crop health and yield potential in challenging conditions.
JUNE 12 - (OTT) Dicamba Spraying cut off date for Iowa, Illinois and Indiana.
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In this episode, we will discuss the best time to scout for corn and soybean emergence, how to keep an eye on it, and why it's important to do so. We will also talk about the impact of planting dates and depths on emergence, and how it relates to Growing Degree Units (GDUs) or Growing Degree Days (GDDs). Additionally, we will cover recent hail events and their effects on emerged crops, including how to identify injuries that could lead to bacterial disease.
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In this episode, we dive into the topic of planting temperatures with Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, Craig Allaman CCA. Craig shares his latest insights on how to navigate planting temperatures for a profitable crop this season. He talks about the ideal soil temperature for planting soybeans, the consequences of planting corn too early, and the 3 key factors that farmers need to consider when deciding when to plant their crops. Tune in to learn more about the anti-freeze-like substance produced by soybean plants, the risks of cold injury and soil-borne fungal diseases, and how early planted soybeans can keep farmers out of trouble. Don't miss this episode full of valuable tips and expert advice to help you plan for a profitable season.Links mentioned:
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In today's episode we play audio from one the sessions at our Partner to Profit - Post Harvest Grower Meeting Hosted at 3 locations across Cornelius Country. Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist Craig Allaman shares what we learned from the 2022 growing season and how we can use that to prepare for 2023. The next growing season, 2023, will soon be upon us and preparation & planning begins now!
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SmartStax PRO with RNAi technology is a new trait offering and we are excited to bring you five SmartStax PRO hybrids in our line-up. That's the most offerings of any independent seed company you'll find across Cornelius Country. We’re joined by our Lead Agronomist, Craig Allaman, to explain this newest trait, SmartStax® PRO.
Want to check out performance data referenced in this episode? The link below will take you to all of our independent third-party testing results for all of our hybrids.
Independent Testing Results - Cornelius Seed
Want to learn more about SmartStax PRO with RNAi technology? Visit Bayer's website below
SmartStax® PRO | Corn Insect Protection | Bayer Traits
Everything we sell is focused on seed and then helping you grow it in the most profitable way possible. Cornelius Seed has partnered with Pivot Bio in delivering farmers a predictable, productive, and weatherproof form of nitrogen with Pivot Bio’s PROVEN® 40. Pivot Bio Territory Sales Manager, Dillon Luhman joins us on today’s podcast to share information and data on PROVEN® 40.
Video Referenced in Podcast
How it Works - Pivot Bio PROVEN 40 - YouTube
Link for Performance Report for Pivot Bio PROVEN® 40
Performance Data | Pivot Bio
In this episode we are joined by Janie Cornelius, Sales Support Lead. Janie discusses University and F.I.R.S.T. Trial testing and how we use the unbiased, third party yield and agronomic data.
Links referenced in the podcast:
Independent Testing Results - Cornelius Seed
Seed Product Search | FIRST (firstseedtests.com)
Performance - Cornelius Seed
Craig Allaman walks us through the growing season for our 2022 crop and gives his thoughts on how he thinks the corn and soybean crops will finish.
This audio is recorded from our 2023 Sales Kick-Off event at the end of August.
While much of Cornelius Country soybean crop approaches or has reached the R3 (pod set) growth stage, many producers are asking whether they should apply a fungicide and at what growth stage it should be applied. In this video-podcast episode Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist Craig Allaman, shows us how to identify soybean growth stages R1-R4; and shares his insight to fungicide timing.
Video for podcast available on Spotify and YouTube link below.
https://youtu.be/Z7J6whAKprE
Leaf Defoliation tool:
https://severity.cropprotectionnetwork.org/crop/soybeans/soybean-insect-defoliation-training
Corn and soybean fields across Cornelius Country are hitting critical growth stages for fungicide applications. Hear what Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, Craig Allaman has been seeing for disease pressures and what the proper timing is for corn and soybean fungicide applications.
Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, talks about early summer heat and how it relates to spraying and general stress on the crop. Find out what diseases are favored, along with how to identify and how to manage them to protect your profitability. Craig also reminds us to be mindful of the calendar date as it relates to fomesafen usage in soybeans.
Diseases discussed: Gray Leaf Spot, Northern Corn Leaf Blight, Common & Southern Rust & Tar Spot
We check in with Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, Craig Allaman, as we approach important growth stages for corn and soybeans. Across Cornelius Country corn is nearing V5 growth stage and number of kernel rows are being determined. We’re at the 8th of June and Summer Solstice isn’t far away, when soybeans begin to flower. We might see some early planted soybeans flower before then. Craig explains what Pythium is and also brings attention to the excessive moisture some areas have seen and the risk of Pythium.
Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, shares soybean emergence issues he’s seen across various areas of Cornelius Country. Most issues date back to the last week of April planting, where it turned cold after planting and some fields received a pounding rain followed by 90° temps. Craig also provides guidance in making replant decisions on soybeans.
In this bonus episode, we provide you with an in-season Plant It. Profit. update. Are you planting your Soybeans in late May or early June? Tune in for a quick tip on handling your Soybean maturity and planting population.
In this episode Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist, talks about planting season progress across Cornelius Country. With the quick warm-up of soil temperatures, he also discusses emergence data with relation to planting date. Don’t miss Craig’s early season watchouts and what to scout for now. Planting into dry soils? Hear Craig’s planting depth recommendations.
In today’s episode, we talk about the compacted growing season and what it means for some of your planting decisions. Jeremie Parr, Cornelius Seed District Sales Manager for East Central Iowa discusses things to keep in mind as it relates to planting green, fertilizer & herbicide programs, and how to address some planting difficulties brought about by the quick transition from cool to hot & humid.
In today’s episode, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist Craig Allaman provides an update on crop conditions and how emerged corn and soybeans fared across Cornelius Country, following the Mother’s day weekend cold snap. Craig also offers insight on identifying early season drought stress as you begin scouting fields and evaluating corn stands
In this episode, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist Craig Allaman discusses the decision to plant soybeans earlier than traditionally planted. Craig covers the background on how we got here, yield benefits to this decision & tips for actions we can do in advance for any anticipated added stress from insects and leaf diseases.
In today’s episode, we talk about insect pressure and volunteer corn for the 2021 growing season. Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead agronomist gives us some ideas on how we can prepare for these yearly challenges.
In this episode Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist talks about what to be on the lookout for as we prepare for the 2021 planting and growing season . We discuss how to best prepare for a “La Niña” weather pattern this year and give some ideas around evaluating your operations inputs by leveraging the current grain market prices.
In todays episode we talk to Will Cornelius, Soybean Lead for Cornelius Seed & Craig Allaman, Cornelius Seed Lead Agronomist about the latest herbicide tolerant programs in Soybeans, XtendFlex and Enlist. We discuss the best way to use each program to help you be successful with whichever program you choose.
Check out this study on waterhemp management in soybean conducted by the Iowa State University Weed Science program in Iowa
Herbicide Programs for Waterhemp Control in Soybean | Integrated Crop Management (iastate.edu)
In this episode, Craig Allaman (Lead Agronomist at Cornelius Seed) shares his post harvest thoughts and discusses some of the variability we may have seen in our harvest along with the reasons behind it. We cover corn emergence, wind events, continuous corn issues, "Edge Effect" and 2020 soybean issues. Tune in to listen to our discussion around key events during the 2020 growing season.