Your Field is Our Office: Recent Episodes
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Join Pioneer Field Agronomists Jay Zielske and Ashley Storby as they discuss agronomy topics relevant to corn and soybean producers in central Minnesota.
Jay and Ashley are back with harvest updates, assessing the soybean outcomes and initial thoughts on corn yields and fungicide response. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Corn rootworm update, focusing on extended diapause in parts of central and western MN. Further, Jay and Ashley share disease observations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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Jay and Ashley share observations of varying planting dates, and discuss considerations for spraying and sidedress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
After a whirlwind second planting window, Jay and Ashley discuss field observations and what to be thinking about in the coming weeks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Residual Herbicides: Precipitation Requirements For Activation And The Likelihood To Receive It | Purdue University Pest&Crop newsletter
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Pioneer Product Agronomist Eric Schimek discusses stress emergence scores and general planting timing decisions with Jay & Ashley. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Jay and Ashley discuss which crop to plant first, with Dr. Shawn Conley who leads the University of Wisconsin Soybean Research Program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Jay and Ashley discuss fall of 2024 soil temperatures and how nitrogen status from manure applications may been impacted. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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The finale of the countdown, Jay and Ashley discuss the #1 agronomy feature of 2024 and management considerations for 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
The countdown continues with soybean white mold, tar spot in corn and a fast finish to the crop! Can you guess what the #1 agronomy feature of 2024 will be in the next episode? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Continuing the Top Ten Countdown, Jay and Ashley discuss corn rootworm observations (or lack thereof), the increase in strip till acres and the role of sulfur in corn and soybean production. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Some say 2024 was a season to forget, but we are pulling our top 10 agronomic learnings to benefit future crops! Here we discuss weed competition in soybean, SCN levels and impact and the outcomes of early planting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Jay and Ashley discuss fall NH3 applications and learn about the 2024 Minnesota Tar Spot epicenter from guest Steve Hubly, Pioneer Agronomist. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Special guest, Neil Trygestad from Corteva shares details about the use of nitrogen stabilizers. Ashley and Jay also share updates as soybean harvest comes to a close in south central MN. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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Jay and Ashley share their corn rootworm observations from the growing season. Interesting with above average rainfall to their west, and new experience with the western variant to the east. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Jay and Ashley discuss their soybean aphid, corn diseases and white mold observations. Do we keep spraying insecticides and fungicide? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Ashley and Jay bring on Pioneer Field Agronomist from North Central Iowa, Nate LeVan. Together they discuss season metrics, which year best compares to this one, and the nuances of the nitrogen and fungicide decisions this year.
Jay and Ashley share what they've been seeing in the field, and discuss questions they've been getting from farmers surrounding replant, nitrogen and herbicide applications.
Jay and Ashley discuss what they've been seeing in the field, and considerations for the rest of May.
Jay and Ashley share planting progress and observations, as well as thoughts for when the planting window opens again.
Guest from the University of Minnesota Jeff Vetsch shares his perspective on all things nitrogen for the 2024 crop.
Mike Krcil shares variable rate seeding experiences on his farm. Jay and Ashley also share personal experiences and data to help drive VRS parameters and usage.
See this article for information about evaluating potential for crop injury from herbicide carry over on your own farm: A Quick Test for Herbicide Carry-over in the Soil.
Jay and Ashley continue their Agronomy Top 10 series reflecting on key points of the 2023 growing season. This episode includes discussion on extended diapause, soybean seeding rates and corn replant.
Jay and Ashley continue their reflection upon the 2023 growing season with their top 6 and 7 observations. Top 7, planting into cool soils, and top 6, Iron Deficiency Chlorosis and Soybean Cyst nematode.
Jay and Ashley share comments and observations from the Top 10 Agronomy Topics of 2023, a list they compile annually as they reflect upon the growing season. Working from the bottom to the top of the list, here they discussed tar spot, soybean white mold and fertility.
Click here for link to the article discussing ideas to manage edge effect in corn:
Addressing Edge Effect in Corn
Link to instructions and submission information for free soybean cyst nematode samples through the University of Minnesota, courtesy of Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council. Know your SCN numbers: Free fall sampling program available (umn.edu)
Test weight, droopy ears and crop maturity! Jay and Ashley share current field observations and considerations.
Bruce Potter, Extension Integrated Pet Management Specialist at the University of Minnesota, shares his perspective of the current state of corn rootworm management.
In this quick 15 Jay and Ashley share field observations. Rain, GDUs, insects and diseases.
Allie Wise, Pioneer Territory Manager from Southeast MN shares observations from their growing season, perspective on fungicide timing and CRW beetle control.
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Field updates from Ashley and Jay followed by an interview with Seth Naeve from the University of Minnesota. Seth shares data derived guidance on the question of planting corn or soybeans first, as well as findings from soybean seeding rate studies
Click the link below to be redirected to the University of Minnesota Nitrogen worksheet, a guide to help with decision making of in season N applications.
University of Minnesota Nitrogen Worksheet
Join the Southern Outreach and Research Center for their annual Agronomy Field Tour on Tuesday June 20th. Find agenda and other details at the link below.
Agronomy Field Tour, June 20th
If you would like to get in touch with Jim, you can reach him at his e-mail: jim.harriman@corteva.com
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Listen to the Pioneer Illinois Podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pioneer-agronomy-illinois/id1679604236
Jay, Ashley and Josh discuss planting progress and conditions as we sit on April 26th in SE MN, as well on thoughts on with planter fertility, tar spot and alfalfa winterkill.
A review of where we sit in southern Minnesota on April 11th in regards to conditions and upcoming planting windows. Hear a review of how our hybrid stress emergence scores are established from Product Agronomist Eric Schimek.
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Lance Wolosek, Pioneer Product Agronomist in Wisconsin gives a comprehensive look at how Pioneer designates white mold scores by variety, as well as an overview of white mold best management practices!
Pioneer Agronomy Manager Mary Gumz provides behind the scenes insights about Pioneer reduced statured corn, as well as a preview of agronomy trials being conducted across the corn belt this year.
Alex Petersen, Strategic Account Manager from Western Minnesota shares his and others experiences with soybean desiccation.
Nate LeVan shares the insights learned from a project his participated in called, "Corn Leaf Removal Impacts on Yield and Stalk Quality".
In this first episode of our "Agronomy Research Exposition Series" we discuss data related to managing corn for greater yield potential, as well as findings in potassium management in strip till and leaf orientation in corn!
Jay and Ashley share their top 10 agronomic observations of 2022, this being part two of a two part episode.
Jay and Ashley share their top 10 Agronomic Observations from 2022 in a two part episode!
Eric shares behind the scenes information about Pioneer corn and soybean evaluation, as well as other interesting observations.
Allie Wise, Agronomist in Southeast MN shares trends observed and harvest observations to date.
Pioneer agronomist from Western Minnesota shares trends observed thus far during 2022 harvest and more!
Crop Consultant Mark Bernard from New Richland joins Jay and Ashley to discuss crop observations.
Emily Carolan joins us from the 2022 Pro Farmer Crop Tour to share behind the scenes details of how data is collected and interpreted.
Hear mid season crop observations from Jay, Ashley and Pioneer Agronomist Nate Levan from North Central Iowa.
See the fungicide decision making video referenced by Jay, curated by Brian Buck and Josh Shofner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=379blvfOvl4
Bruce Potter, IPM Specialist with the University of Minnesota discusses CRW and other pest projections for the 2022 growing season.
Jim Harriman with Corteva Crop Protection discusses tips for success with the Enlist herbicde system.
Jay, Ashley and Josh discuss planting progress and crop condition, including crusting challenges and soybean preemergence timing. Comments also on planter considerations for the future.
Planting Progress Update as of May 3rd, 2022. Updates from Alex Petersen in Western Minnesota as well as Jay and Ashley.
Eric Schimek, Product Agronomist with Pioneer, shares a behind the scenes look at the determination and usage of stress emergence scores in Pioneer corn hybrids.
Nine quick hitting preplant agronomy considerations with Jay, Ashley and guest Allie Wise!
In this episode Ashley and Jay discuss strip tillage with Tom Polacek. Tom farms south of Owatonna, MN and began strip till in 2014. An avid learner and soil health proponent, Tom well explains how they began implementing strip till and the outcomes he's observed on his farm.
The article, "10 Tips for Making the Switch to Strip Till" can be found at this link: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/10-tips-for-switching-to-strip-till.html
Jake Olson, Corteva Carbon Sales and Support Lead discusses carbon credit markets, what questions farmers should ask of their carbon credit partners and the future of this market.
Jay and Ashley discuss corn rootworm trends and management with Pioneer Agronomist Josh Shofner.
Scott Rowntree, Field Agronomist from Wisconsin shares his experience with Tar Spot and provides helpful management advice.