Kick'N Dirt with Mike and Adam: Recent Episodes
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Podcast about Agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests from a large area of corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
With tighter margins and increasing disease pressure, every management decision matters. When is the best time to spray fungicide?
In this episode of Kick'N Dirt, the team sits down with Corteva research scientist Layton Peddicord to discuss how fungicide timing models are helping growers make more informed, profitable decisions in corn production.
Learn how Pioneer and Corteva are using agronomic data, disease tracking, weather patterns, and field-level management information to predict disease risk and optimize fungicide applications.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
🌽 How fungicide timing models work
🌽 Managing tar spot, gray leaf spot, northern corn leaf blight, and southern rust
🌽 Disease tracker tools available through Granular Insights
🌽 The role of weather, hybrid susceptibility, irrigation, and field history
🌽 Six years of ROI trial results and performance data
🌽 How growers can improve fungicide application timing and return on investment
🌽 Future disease modeling tools for soybeans, including white mold
Find more information about Granular Insights: https://www.corteva.com/us/products-and-solutions/digital-solutions/granular-insights.html
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Is the much-hyped "Super El Niño" really going to shape the 2026 growing season?
In this episode, Nebraska Pioneer agronomists sit down with meteorologist Don Day to discuss the weather patterns that could impact crops across the Corn Belt and beyond.
Day forecasts a hotter, wetter-than-normal late summer, followed by a cooler October than farmers have experienced in recent years. He also explains why forecasting is especially challenging this year as a strong El Niño collides with unusual Arctic conditions and lingering atmospheric impacts from the 2022 Hunga Tonga volcanic eruption.
"It's not making headlines, but the Arctic is having its coldest spring since 1958," Day says.
The conversation explores what a developing El Niño could mean for crop production, disease pressure, rainfall patterns, hurricane activity, and the potential for an early fall cold snap. Tune in for a deeper look at the weather signals farmers should be watching as the season unfolds.
LISTEN FOR:
✅ Why Don Day believes El Niño impacts are being overstated—for now
✅ Tar spot, southern rust, and disease pressure outlooks
✅ Why cool Canadian air continues to dominate the Corn Belt
✅ Drought concerns in western Nebraska, Wyoming, and Colorado
✅ What farmers should expect during July and August - hotter and wetter weather than normal
✅ The possibility of an earlier-than-normal fall frost
✅ How weather extremes could impact crop development and harvest timing
🌽 Have questions about weather, crop conditions, or disease pressure in your area? Leave a comment below, and follow DayWeather Podcast here: https://dayweatherpodcast.com/
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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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From drought-stressed dryland acres in Nebraska to flooded fields in Indiana and Illinois, this conversation covers the challenges, opportunities, and management decisions shaping this year's crop.
Listen for discussion on:
🌽 Corn emergence and stand establishment under difficult planting conditions
☀️ Drought, irrigation management, and water availability in Nebraska
🌧️ Excessive rainfall and flooding challenges in the Eastern Corn Belt
🦠 Early-season disease concerns including Tar Spot, Goss's Wilt, and Bacterial Leaf Streak
🐛 Western bean cutworm monitoring and insect pressure updates
📈 Hybrid performance, stress tolerance, and yield potential heading into summer
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Have a question you'd like us to cover on a future episode? Reach out to content@pioneeragronomy.com!
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
As post-emergence herbicide season ramps up across Nebraska, Mike and the Kevins sit down with Corteva Crop Protection Territory Manager Trevor Spath and Territory Manager Valerie Bohuslavsky to discuss the critical decisions facing growers right now.
The team covers ideal corn growth stages for post applications, balancing weed control with crop safety, overlapping residuals, managing Palmer amaranth and waterhemp, and the advantages of newer tools like Enlist® corn and soybeans.
The team also shares practical tips for tank mixing, volunteer corn control, navigating changing weather conditions, and maximizing herbicide performance in both corn and soybean systems.
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if your best input for ROI this season is as simple as turning on the pivot?
One of the driest starts in decades has growers facing tough calls before the planter even rolls. In this episode, the Kick'N Dirt team breaks down how to manage through it.
From better emergence and stronger herbicide performance to more uniform stands, they explore how a small investment in moisture could deliver big returns.
The conversation covers real numbers, real scenarios, and real decisions growers are making right now to protect yield potential. Listen for practical strategies for both irrigated and dryland acres, and for the key lessons from 2025 that matter most this spring.
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode of Kick'N Dirt, the hosts welcome agricultural economist, speaker, and podcast host Damian Mason of the The Business of Agriculture Show to unpack the big forces shaping the future of farming.
From fertilizer prices and energy volatility to the role of government programs and the future of global trade, Damian offers an unfiltered perspective on the economic realities facing modern agriculture. Drawing from his background in ag economics and decades of observing the industry, he challenges some of the assumptions farmers often hear—about volatility, exports, and the “feed the world” narrative.
The conversation digs into long-term issues that could reshape production agriculture, including water scarcity, consolidation of farms, shifting population trends, and changing global markets. Whether you agree with his take or not, Damian brings a thought-provoking viewpoint that encourages growers to look at agriculture through the lens of economics, policy, and global competition.
What to Listen For in This Episode:
“Volatility” in agriculture isn’t new - Damian explains that market volatility is constant in ag and that markets actually require movement to create opportunity.
The role of fuel and energy prices in farm profitability - Energy costs could be one of the biggest wildcards for producers in the near term, influencing fertilizer, fuel, and overall input costs.
Crop insurance and government programs as risk tools - Agriculture is one of the few industries where producers can insure revenue with taxpayer-supported programs—something Damian argues fundamentally changes risk compared to other businesses.
Water could become agriculture’s biggest regulatory battle - Water access, especially irrigation tied to aquifers like the Ogallala, may become a major policy fight as cities, tech companies, and agriculture compete for limited resources.
The future structure of farming in the U.S. is in question - Damian predicts continued consolidation, with a smaller number of large commercial farms producing most commodities while niche and specialty farms fill other market segments.
There's am uncertain future of export-driven growth - He argues agriculture shouldn’t rely on massive export growth, especially from China, as global production capacity and geopolitical strategies shift.
Population trends could reshape food demand - Falling fertility rates in many developed countries could slow long-term demand growth, challenging the traditional “feed a growing world” narrative.
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pioneer agronomists sit down with meteorologist Don Day of DayWeather Inc., to break down the 2026 crop weather outlook, from winter snowpack and irrigation concerns to spring planting conditions, summer heat, and fall finish.
The conversation unpacks La Niña, El Niño, and neutral patterns in plain language, explores why recent seasons have felt anything but “normal,” and examines the lingering global impacts of the Hunga Tonga volcanic eruption on long-range forecasting.
Don also explains how soil moisture, humidity, and nighttime temperatures influence crop development, disease pressure, and yield potential—plus what recent weather volatility could mean for precipitation timing this spring and summer.
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Listen for:
The 2025 Weather Whiplash
- One of the driest planting seasons on record, followed by heavy rains, humidity, and flooding.
Disease Pressure Across Nebraska
- Southern rust outbreaks and why 2025 was so severe
- Tar spot expansion, especially in eastern Nebraska
- Ear rots driven by late-season humidity and fog
- Why southern rust is more aggressive than tar spot
Fungicide Strategy
- R1 vs. R3 timing: what worked best
- When a second fungicide pass makes sense
- Why waiting too long costs yield
- Hybrid tolerance vs. chemical protection
Nitrogen & Fertility Decisions
- Early-season drought causing growers to pull back
- How lost N and sulfur hurt disease resistance
- Why “defense mode” can leave yield on the table
Kernel Weight & Late-Season Stress
- Why great ear counts didn’t turn into great yields
- The importance of sunlight during grain fill
- “Third and fourth quarter” of corn development
Herbicide Injury & Crop Stress
- Dicamba, growth regulators, and rapid weather swings
- Twisting, stunting, and plant metabolism overload
- Why pre-emerge weed control matters more than ever
Soybean Diseases in 2025
- Why white mold didn’t explode despite perfect conditions
- Sudden death syndrome showing up
- Low levels of bacterial and foliar disease
Hybrid Selection & Placement
- Disease-tolerant vs. susceptible genetics
- Why seed choice is critical as diseases intensify
Application Methods
- Aerial, ground rig, drones, and pivot chemigation
- Why uniform coverage matters more than the tool
Planning for 2026
- Don’t farm “average” — every year is different
- Why flexibility beats rigid plans
- How to prepare if southern rust shows up again
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From western fields facing water shutoffs and hail streaks, to central regions battling spider mites and southern rust, to the eastern counties seeing record-setting dryland yields, the group digs into the realities of this “fourth quarter” of the season.
Listen for:
🌽 Kernel counts, tip back, and the push to maximize kernel weight
🌱 Soybean pod fill, sudden death syndrome pressure, and weed control successes
🍃 Fungicide timing, disease outbreaks (southern rust, tar spot, white mold), and ROI considerations
💧 Why finishing strong with irrigation and late-season management can mean 20% of your yield
Tune in for insights from across the state, practical management takeaways, and reminders that finishing the season right can make all the difference at harvest.
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
The team digs into disease dynamics in Nebraska cornfields during a year of high humidity and timely rains. Pioneer Field Agronomists Mike Wardyn and Kevin Keller are joined by Dr. Tamra Jackson-Ziems, Extension Plant Pathologist with the University of Nebraska, for a critical conversation on fungal and bacterial disease trends, with a focus on southern rust, tar spot, gray leaf spot, and bacterial leaf streak.
From fungicide timing and efficacy to scouting strategies and drone vs. aerial applications, the team shares boots-on-the-ground insights and long-term management tips. Tamra also discusses the emerging threat of tar spot in fringe counties, the importance of hybrid selection, and what new research is revealing about disease progression and control.
Topics include:
- Southern rust vs. tar spot: Which is more aggressive?
- How canopy humidity and crop stage affect disease development
- Fungicide timing myths vs. reality
- Field-level insights on application method and product choice
- The latest on fusarium kernel rot, corn stunt disease, and bacterial trends
Find more information about the University of Nebraska plan diagnostics lab here: https://plantpathology.unl.edu/
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
With Nebraska fields entering the R1 stage and weather conditions aligning for risk, the team covers everything from identifying the early signs of white mold to spraying strategies, drone applications, and the right timing for fungicides.
Dylan also shares updates on emerging threats like gall midge and Dectes stem borer, talks about sudden death syndrome and how spring weather may have already set the stage for infections, and offers practical tips for accurate diagnosis and long-term management.
They wrap up the show with a little summer fun—discussing go-to backyard drinks for the 4th of July weekend.
🛠 Resources mentioned:
👉 Crop Protection Network (efficacy tables + risk tools) - https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/news/new-crop-risk-tool-enhances-disease-management-decisions
👉 UNL Plant & Pest Diagnostic Clinic - https://plantpathology.unl.edu/extension-outreach/plant-pest-diagnostic-clinic/
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
The panel, featuring Patrick Howard, Kevin Keller, Chase Sauder and Kevin Kowalski, shares insights on regional growth stages, challenges with residue management, nutrient deficiencies, and herbicide application timing.
LISTEN FOR:
Corn Growth Stages: The agronomists report corn at V3 to V8 across Nebraska, with variability due to diverse planting dates and weather conditions.
Residue Management: Strategies for handling heavy residue in no-till and strip-till systems, emphasizing the importance of uniformity and equipment adjustments to avoid issues like hairpinning and sidewall compaction.
Nutrient Management: Discussions on managing nitrogen, sulfur, and other nutrients in corn-on-corn systems, including optimal application timing and ratios to address deficiencies like manganese, magnesium, and potassium.
Herbicide Application: The critical need for timely post-emergence herbicide applications to avoid yield loss, with a focus on crop safety and the benefits of Enlist corn for flexible weed control.
Soybean Considerations: Early nodulation challenges in soybeans, particularly in high-pH or stressed environments, and the role of sulfur applications to boost growth.
Proactive Management: Emphasis on timeliness, adjusting plans based on tissue samples, satellite imagery, and weather conditions, and setting calendar reminders to optimize future seasons.
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
Brad Arens from GroVantage (@GroVantageLLC) in Ainsworth, NE and Ryan Overleese (@AgTechRyan) from Acre Insights in Minden, NE, join the conversation covering everything from soil moisture probe strategy and pivot maintenance tips to late-season water management and cover crop impacts.
With insights on barometers (aka soil probes), evaporation efficiency, and irrigation tech advancements, this episode is packed with practical takeaways for maximizing yield when every drop counts.
We also hear about Corteva's Water Reporter: https://sso.granular.ag/login
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
🌾 Topics Covered:
✅ Pre- vs. post-plant irrigation strategies
✅ How to avoid ammonia burn and manage strip-till fertilizer risks
✅ Best practices for in-furrow applications and planter adjustments
✅ Sulfur applications ahead of soybeans—what the research says
✅ Cup tests & pivot uniformity: Is your irrigation doing what you think it is?
✅ Data-driven decision-making: Testing products, practices, and biologicals
✅ Why seed placement and field conditions matter more than the calendar
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
From adjusting populations based on soil type and planting date, to the latest research on planting green and navigating white mold pressure, Shawn shares insights that are both practical and backed by data. The crew also discusses nitrogen management, allelopathy concerns, herbicide strategies, and how to make economical decisions in a tight margin year. Plus, they wrap things up with a light-hearted chat about Wisconsin beers and future fieldwork wish lists.
Topics include:
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Current recommendations for soybean planting populations based on soil conditions, planting timing, and field variability
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Strategies for managing cover crops, especially cereal rye, in both corn and soybean systems
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Research findings on how rye biomass and termination timing impact weed control and white mold development
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Considerations for variable rate seeding in soybeans
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Nitrogen management in high-yield soybean systems, including early-season and R-stage applications
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The influence of planting timing and maturity group selection on yield and harvest logistics
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Economic considerations for seed treatments, herbicide programs, and input prioritization in a tight-margin year
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The conversation also touches on emerging challenges like seed maggot pressure and slug damage in cover crop systems, as well as the importance of matching agronomic practices with changing production environments.
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
Tubbs and Schaa talk about new technology that is helping farmers plan, including water reporter, and some of the new corn and soybean traits debuting in 2025.
More about water reporter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5jiKHuxgrk
Sign up for Water Reporter (Granular Insights): https://sso.granular.ag/login
Meet Alex Harrell, a world record holder for soybean yield: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbqAI1Chgik
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
“This is a huge trade deal for the corn industry… we can’t let this thing fall apart,” says Andy Jobman, who is President of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association.“We’re hopeful that cooler heads prevail.”
We also hear an update on demand around E-15, how DOGE Is affecting corn growers and what we mean when we talk about biologicals.
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
"There's less water in the air coming off the ocean, and that causes storm systems to be less productive with rain, especially along that 40 degree latitude line," says Wyoming based meteorologist Don Day.
Although La Nina might mean a drier year, La Nina weather cycles are known for bringing more extreme weather events including droughts and tornadoes, and there's a high chance of tornadoes across the Midwest this spring. Upon publication of this episode, the United States is in a La Nina weather cycle with a more neutral weather pattern coming soon.
Further reading:
https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/ninonina.html
https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/impacts-el-nino-southern-oscillation.html
Kick'N Dirt is a podcast about agriculture in the U.S. This show hosts guests to talk about corn and soybean production, including growers, agronomists and other industry professionals.
Hosted by Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller, and Kevin Kowalaski.
The biggest takeaway from this episode according to Kevin Kowalaski -- try to use stabilizers. If you aren't using them, think twice, and do some trials. It's got an upfront cost, but it will pay dividends in yield. He also urges farmers using dry nitrogen products like urea to make sure those treatments actually get incorporated into the soil, and don't just sit on top of it.
A special thank you to all our loyal listeners this week! Kick'n Dirt won an award; we got Best Of for 2024 Pioneer podcasts!
Troy Deutmeyer, Field Agronomist, and Russell French, Certified Crop Advisor join the conversation alongside hosts Mike Wardyn, Kevin Keller and Kevin Kowalaski.
Find the Pioneer Yield Pyramid discussed during this episode here: https://tinyurl.com/mr39u9wb
Learn more about the crop protection offerings from Corteva: https://tinyurl.com/wm9b4y3t
Pioneer Agronomy publishes a research book each year, and the 2025 version is available now! During this episode of Kick'N Dirt, listen in for a conversation about key insights provided by the 2025 edition, which has 21 people with PhD's who contributed to the articles.
Mike Jeschke, agronomy manager for Pioneer, says the book has been published in some form since the 1950's. It showcases the findings of the investment in farm research by Pioneer. "There are so many management tools available, and you're constantly needing to refresh that knowledge to stay ahead of emerging issues," he says. "The studies in the book cover a lot of different growing conditions and issues that are happening on real people's farms."
Find the 2025 book here:
https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy-science.html#anchor_1
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It this episode with Adam Banks, Pioneer Field Agronomist in Kearney, Nebraska, and talking about finishing strong late in the season. With modern hybrids grain filling later and later, that late component of water appears more important than it was even a decade ago. The group talks about what can be done this late in the game to influence yield and what that might cost in relation to what it will produce.
Resources
Crop Water Use in Corn: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/crop_water_use.html
Soybean Water Use: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/soybean-water-use.html
Considerations for Estimating the Last Irrigation: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/last-irrigation-mid-south.html
Dectes Stem Borer in Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/stem-borer-dectes.html
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It this episode, providing a Nebraska August history session, including touching on Midwest football. Dan Uppena, Corteva Area Leader for Biologicals, joins the team to talk about Corteva Agriscience biologicals, including biostimulants and biocontrol.
Dan and the group discuss ways Corteva is always working to bring farmers the latest options for achieving higher yields.
Resources
Corteva Biological Business: https://www.corteva.com/products-and-services/biologicals.html
Corteva Biological Products: https://www.corteva.us/products-and-solutions/biologicals.html
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It this episode, talking about what they are seeing in corn and soybean fields. Diseases have been pretty minor so far, but insects have been prevalent with lots of adult beetles to keep an eye on. As tassel approaches, it’s time to start thinking about fungicide applications. Leaves may be clean now, but with the humid mornings, those plants may not be healthy as they progress. The group also talks about the hail damage to crops in Nebraska and water usage.
Resources
Maximizing the Value of Foliar Fungicides in Corn - https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/maximizing_foliar_fungicides_corn.html
Gray Leaf Spot of Corn - https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/gray_leaf_spot_cropfocus.html
Novel Corn Rootworm Beetle Control Options - https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/Novel-Corn-Rootworm-Beetle-Control-Options.html
Hail Damage to Corn and Soybeans - https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/hail-damage-corn.html
Micronutrients for Crop Production: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/micronutrients_crop_production.html
White Mold Management in Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/white_mold.html
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It with Jason Gibson, Market Development Specialist, Corteva Agriscience. The group discuss white mold and how to scout white mold in your fields and what to do if and when you spot it. White mold is a disease of high yield potential soybeans – the better the establishment and growth of the crop, the greater the risk of white mold. White mold is favored by cool and wet weather and dense soybean canopies that help retain these conditions under the crop canopy.
Resources
Article: White Mold Management in Soybeans - https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/white_mold.html
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It with Dan Smydra, Enlist Field Specialist with Corteva Agriscience. The group discuss corn conditions, post-emergence herbicides and taking care of the corn crop early in the season. They also discuss tank mix best practices, controlling weeds this season and future growing seasons and more.
Resources
Tank-Mix Sequence Procedure: https://www.enlist.com/content/dam/dpagco/enlist/na/us/en/files/fact-sheets/DOC-Enlist-Tank-Mix-Sequence-Procedures-2023-NA-US.pdf
Video - Enlist Best Management Practices: https://youtu.be/WMfFzgQ3fa4?si=o68sGSUX8FUOU6xF
Guide - Enlist BMPs: https://www.enlist.com/content/dam/dpagco/enlist/na/us/en/files/fact-sheets/DOC-Enlist-Application-Guide-2023-NA-US.pdf
2024 Corn Hybrid-Herbicide Management Guide & Ratings: https://www.pioneer.com/content/dam/dpagco/pioneer/na/us/en/files/products/corn/DOC-Corn-Hybrid-Herbicide-Mgmt-Guide-Pioneer-NA_US-V1.pdf
2024 Soybean Herbicides x Variety Guide: https://www.pioneer.com/content/dam/dpagco/pioneer/na/us/en/files/products/soybeans/DOC-Soybean-Variety-Herbicide-Tolerance-Guide-Pioneer-NA_US-V1.pdf
2024 Enlist Weed Control System Product Use Guide: https://www.enlist.com/content/dam/dpagco/enlist/na/us/en/files/fact-sheets/DOC-Enlist-PUG-NA-US.pdf
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It with Emma Irwin and Trevor Spath, Corteva Agriscience Crop Protection experts. The group discuss all things post-emergence herbicides. With growers dealing with a number of early season diseases due to less-than-ideal planting conditions, post-emergence herbicides will be very important to protect fields and protect yield.
4:50 - Crop Protection Products for Corn
11:00 - Troublesome weeds for corn fields
14:00 - Products for tackling weeds in corn
19:41 - Nasty residual and annual weeds
22:12 - Crop Protection for Emerged Soybeans
25:45 - Best Management Practices for Soybean Herbicide Applications
31:08 - Timing Soybean Herbicide Applications
36:37 - Tank Cleanout
43:12 - More Tips on Proper Herbicide Application
Resources
Tank-Mix Sequence Procedure: https://www.enlist.com/content/dam/dpagco/enlist/na/us/en/files/fact-sheets/DOC-Enlist-Tank-Mix-Sequence-Procedures-2023-NA-US.pdf
Video - Enlist Best Management Practices: https://youtu.be/WMfFzgQ3fa4?si=o68sGSUX8FUOU6xF
Guide - Enlist BMPs: https://www.enlist.com/content/dam/dpagco/enlist/na/us/en/files/fact-sheets/DOC-Enlist-Application-Guide-2023-NA-US.pdf
2024 Corn Hybrid-Herbicide Management Guide & Ratings: https://www.pioneer.com/content/dam/dpagco/pioneer/na/us/en/files/products/corn/DOC-Corn-Hybrid-Herbicide-Mgmt-Guide-Pioneer-NA_US-V1.pdf
2024 Soybean Herbicides x Variety Guide: https://www.pioneer.com/content/dam/dpagco/pioneer/na/us/en/files/products/soybeans/DOC-Soybean-Variety-Herbicide-Tolerance-Guide-Pioneer-NA_US-V1.pdf
2024 Enlist Weed Control System Product Use Guide: https://www.enlist.com/content/dam/dpagco/enlist/na/us/en/files/fact-sheets/DOC-Enlist-PUG-NA-US.pdf
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It with some local agronomists, discussing field and planting conditions and more. Joining this episode are Jake Hoxmeier, Gabe Bathen and the Tri-State Agronomist himself, Chase Sauder. All Pioneer Agronomists throughout Nebraska, talk current corn and soybean planting and growing conditions, wet field challenges, gall midge in soybeans and delayed planting considerations.
Resources
Article - Delayed Planting Considerations: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/planting-delays-main.html
- Central Corn Belt: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/delayed-planting-central.html
- North-Central Corn Belt: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/delayed-planting-northcentral.html
- Northern Corn Belt: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/delayed-planting-northern.html
Article - Gall Midge in Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/Gall-Midge-New-Pest-In-Soybeans.html
Video - Delayed Planting and Risks to Corn: https://youtu.be/q5764Tx2sWY?si=qIvU3XwsB5YT1pyS
Video - Planting Delays Create Weed Challenges: https://youtu.be/NPz9d22OXV8?si=DHarvhGYJniEWLGc
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It with Laura Thompson, former University of Nebraska Extension Educator and current Farm Experimentation Lead for Corteva Agriscience. The group discuss farm management, planting and decision-making growers are going through during and shortly after planting. They also touch on seed treatment and weed/pest management after planting as well as digital tools from Corteva that are available to farmers.
Mike and the Kevins are Kick' N It with Dan Ilten, Agronomy Innovation Manager for Pioneer. The group take a deep dive into digital tools available to growers from Pioneer and Corteva Agriscience. Granular Insights, once a standalone service is part of Corteva Digital Solutions. With Granular tools, growers and advisors can make informed decisions for planting, weed and pest management and more. The group also discuss biologicals and the benefits to growers and crops.
Resources
Corteva Agriscience Digital Solutions: https://www.corteva.us/products-and-solutions/digital-solutions.html
Granular Insights: https://www.corteva.us/products-and-solutions/digital-solutions/granular-insights.html
Corteva Biological Solutions: https://www.corteva.us/products-and-solutions/biologicals.html
Mike and the Kevins are joined by Calvin Rupe, Pioneer Field Agronomist, to discuss pre-plant and pre-emergence herbicide decisions as growers get ready to plant 2024's crop. While all fields vary, early weed control can help protect yield potential. Getting to weeds before the grow or takeover a field is critical, especially as smaller weeds are easier to control and kill. It's important to note that herbicides can be less effective during times of heat and drought stress, which often occur at later application times.
Resources
Article: Early Season Weed Control: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/early-season-weed-control-cropfocus.html
Article: Critical Period of Weed Control in Corn: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/weed-control-corn.html
Article: Corn Hybrid Herbicide Management Guide: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-herb-guide.html
Mike and the Kevins are joined by Jonathan Propheter, Pioneer Sales Representative in South-Central Nebraska joins the podcast to dig into strip-till recommendations and decisions as growers gear up for planting. The group also discuss planting decisions as planting is where building yield starts.
Resources
Article: 10 Tips for Making the Switch to Strip-Till Farming: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/10-tips-for-switching-to-strip-till.html
Article: Can Potassium Fertilizer Rates Be Reduced in Strip-Till?: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/k-fertilizer-rates-strip-till.html
Mike and the Kevins are LIVE from the University of Nebraska Lincoln campus with the UNL Agronomy Club. The trio field questions and dull out career and agronomic advice, molding the minds of the next generation of agronomists and farmers.
For more information on the UNL Agronomy Club, visit: https://agronomy.unl.edu/student-clubs-teams#agronomyclub
Mike and the Kevins talk with Don Day of DayWeather. DayWeather provides weather forecasting and meteorology to farmers. The group discuss the unseasonably warm weather in Nebraska as farmers in the area start inputting pre-plant nutrients into soils. Don talks extensively on El Niño and its impact on planting.
Resources
Factors Contributing to Rising Global Temperatures: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/global-temperatures.html
DayWeather podcast: https://dayweatherpodcast.com/
DayWeather.com: https://www.dayweather.com/
Mike and the Kevins talk with John Mick, Pioneer Field Agronomist. This episode wraps up the three-part series on maximizing soybean yield. The crew discuss management practices for higher yielding soybeans, from field preparation to nutrient decisions all the way to harvest. These are baseline recommendations and thoughts to get the most from your soybeans and get the most yield by fall.
Resources
Six Secrets to Soybean Success: https://cropphysiology.cropsci.illinois.edu/six-secrets-to-success/
Purdue soybean trials show sulfur payback: https://www.farmprogress.com/soybean/purdue-soybean-trials-show-sulfur-payback
Article: Achieving 100 bu/acre Yields in Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/100-bu-yield-soybeans.html
Article: Understanding and Increasing Soybean Yields: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/understanding-increasing-soybean-yields.html
Mike and the Kevins talk with Brad Van Kooten, Seed Applied Technology Leader for Pioneer Seeds and Corteva Agriscience. This is part two of a three-part series on maximizing soybean yield. This episode, Brad and the hosts discuss testing soybean genetics and seed treatments in order to maximize yield for soybean farmers.
Resources
Video: Why Local Breeding is Important
Video: A Look into Pioneer's Breeding Program
Article: Achieving 100 bu/acre Yields in Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/100-bu-yield-soybeans.html
Article: Understanding and Increasing Soybean Yields: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/understanding-increasing-soybean-yields.html
Mike and the Kevins talk with Don Kyle, Soybean Breeding Evaluation Zone Lead with Pioneer, about soybean breeding, testing and bringing products to market. This episode is the first of a three-part series on optimizing yield. This episode focuses on plant breeding, plant physiology and building soybean yield.
Mike is back and so is Kick' N Dirt! Joining the podcast are new co-hosts Kevin Kowalski, Pioneer Field Agronomist, and Kevin Keller, also a Pioneer Field Agronomist. We are introduced to the Kevins and the trio dive into the 2024 Pioneer Agronomy Research Book. Highlighted topics from the book are short stature corn and tackling white mold and tar spot.
Resources
2024 Pioneer Agronomy Research Summary: https://www.pioneer.com/content/dam/dpagco/pioneer/na/us/en/files/agronomy/DOC-Agronomy-Book-Pioneer-NA-US-V1.pdf
Mike and Adam talk with UNL Soybean Plant Pathologist Dylan Mangel. We discuss issues affecting soybeans and what to watch out for as mid August hits. Can white mold still be treated and how important is late august when it comes to fighting diseases in soybeans.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Western Corn Marketing Manger Scott Walker around the future of Pioneer Corn.
Mike and Adam follow up with Chris Barron from Ag View Solutions. We discuss more about Peer Groups, Markets and how to find more successes in your farming operation. This was recorded on June 26th so many changes have happened in the weather and markets from the time this was recorded to the time it was published.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Agronomists across the state of Nebraska to get an update of crop condition, challenges and what's working well. We also discuss the next 30 day outlook for needs of these crops and some best management practices.
Who is Chris Barron and what is Ag View Solutions. Find out at Mike and Adam talk with Chris about his farming operation, family and his role in Ag View Solutions. Listen to the wealth of knowledge Chris shares around making farms more successful from an overall business standpoint and what producers should be keeping an eye on.
Mike and Adam discuss the upcoming seasonal weather trends with private climatologist Don Day with DayWeather.Don does a great job recapping what we have seen this spring and helps us understand what to expect with this upcoming growing season.
Mike and Adam talk with Corteva Market Development Specialist, Jason Gibson around herbicide challenges and best practices. When it comes to soybean pre-emerge herbicides, what can we do for better control. What windows of opportunity are best for corn and soybeans and are they different? Good open discussion about todays challenges but solutions for season long control also.
Mike and Adam talk with Amanda Nigg aka (Farm Fit Momma) about creating a healthier Agricultural environment. How can members of the Ag community keep mental and physical health at the forefront during busy times of the year. Amanda has a great mindset of building sustainable and healthy activities for creating generational health.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Field Agronomist Gabe Bathen around best practices and watch outs as planting time is here.Field Conditions, timeframe, seed placement, what actions are most important to set yourself up for success come harvest.
Mike and Adam talk with Corn Physiologist and retired Corteva Researcher Steve Strachan about nutrient uptake in corn. The interactions in the soil, when and what nutrients are most important and how what we thought we knew may not be what we should know. If you want your mind thinking about what you could do better on your farm for raising a corn crop. Listen to this episode.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Soybean Breeder, Don Kyle. Don does a great job explaining the soybean potential and what the future looks like from his 25 years of soybean breeding experience. It is an exciting time for soybeans as many of us are continuing to learn more about this relatively young crop. Listen to hear Don's top 5 for growing Top Yielding soybeans.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Corn Portfolio lead Adam Theis around some new traits coming down the shoot in Corn.What Vorceed and Powercore can do for the American Farmer along with a new numbering system Pioneer is using starting in 2023 to identify their corn hybrids.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Agronomy Manager Matt Essick around the why behind Pioneer Agronomy. What's valuable to our customers and when is information just that, information.
Mike and Adam talk with Nebraska Corn Growers Chairman Andy Jobman about tariffs on fertilizer, Mexico's Decree on non-GMO corn and how the Corn board and other lobbyist groups are helping the American Farmer.
Mike and Adam have a conversation with the University of Nebraska Agronomy Club about the future of Agriculture. In this episode Mike and Adam are speaking to a classroom full of Agronomy Students about employment and the purpose of the Agronomy Club. The youth of American Agriculture, what to expect, the challenges and where their opinions of the biggest need is for employment.
This episode is the Kick off for the 2023 season. Mike and Adam reflect on many of the past episodes of the show and talk about the direction moving forward for the 2023 season. The Kick' N Dirt podcast started in late 2020 with episodes covering all the 2021 and 2022 seasons with many different topics and guests covering many aspects of Agronomy.
Mike and Adam talk with Private Meteorologist Don Day about current weather patterns and future trends that could affect the decisions you are making for the 2023 cropping season. His way of using weather history and predictive models is very useful for us in Agriculture to help make better decisions and see the bigger picture to weather. Listen to is short term and long term predictions and why we see what we are today.
Mike and Adam talk with Anthony Lackore, the Western US Digital Agronomy Lead for Corteva. Anthony discusses how we can transform traditional agronomy into agronomy of the future with accurate data collection and analysis. What data do we need, how much and how to get what we need.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Field Agronomists Dalton Kampsen and Troy Deutmeyer about what you see at harvest can help you make better decisions for the 2023 cropping season. Dalton is from NE Colorado while Troy works in NE Iowa and both have similar ideas to taking notes and using that information. Identifying what issues are yearly issues and which ones are long term issues is important in making the right decisions and how hybrids will interact.
Mike and Adam talk with Akrs Equipment Group's Precision Ag Director, Kyle Afrank around multiple aspects of collecting good and useable field data. Akrs is a full line John Deere dealer in Nebraska and Kyle's experience in Precision Ag gives us a good check list of best practices and ideas of how to use collected data and a brief look into the future.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Agronomist Paul Hermans from Canada. Great conversations around agriculture differences and similarities between the central U.S. and south eastern Canada.
Mike and Adam talk with Dr. Jeff Schussler corn physiologist and researcher around many topics, but mostly about what is happening in our corn plants now and what we can do about it. We also bust common myths and sayings around growing corn, the affects and possibly where the sayings have come from and why they aren't valid in todays growing environments.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Senior Research Scientist for Seed Research and Development for Pioneer Hi-Breds about what it takes to be an AquaMax hybrid. We also discuss what to look for when it comes to drought stress in corn and when is the most critical times to avoid moisture stress.
Mike and Adam talk with Corteva Retail Strategic Account Manager, Rebekah Bankson about how utilizing nitrogen in both corn and soybeans is a season long task. What products are on the market to create nitrogen and what products can protect your nitrogen investment.
Mike and Adam talk with the Western Nebraska Agronomy team on the challenges and opportunities this spring has presented.
Parker and Tom Theisen share their story about being Pioneer Sales Reps in Holt County Nebraska. How a Father and Son came together and then separated to operate two different seed agencies to service customers in a large county. They also talk about the successes and struggles along with family and the future.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Field Agronomists John Mick and Kevin "Killer" Kowalski about planting conditions in 2022. This is a follow up from the last episode and we dig a little deeper into things that are helping producers through the challenging times. Note: this was recorded April 28th and Nebraska did receive some rainfall on April 29th across the state, but I am launching this on May 1st with growers back in the fields.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Agronomist Chase Sauder as they discuss the 2022 planting conditions from their view point. Mother Nature hasn't been kind and doesn't appear she is willing to give anytime soon. How can we offset issues she has created? Listen to find out!
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Corn Marketing Lead, Scott Walker around a new Product Launch within the corn platform. They discuss many topics around bringing new hybrids and traits to the market and Scott gives us his favorite corn hybrid that spans from the Rockies to the Mississippi and Nebraska to the Rio Grande Valley.
Mike and Adam talk with Tamra Jackson-Ziems from UNL about many topics but a lot around soybean diseases and tar spot in Corn. Listen to our predictions for the year, what we can do to control many situations and ones we can't control. As soybean planting gets closer, what should we do? Great timely info for early April.
Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks and Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn talk with VJ Brosius from Logan County Nebraska. VJ is a 4th generation farmer introducing the 5th generation to his operation on the same piece of dirt his great grandfather homesteaded in 1884 in Nebraska. VJ talks about balancing a long history of farming along with employment off the farm to create a legacy for generations to come.
Adam Banks and Mike Wardyn talk with Corteva's Agronomy Systems Manager Danny Brummel about Pioneer's drone fleet, current capabilities and future ideas.
Season 2 - Episode 2 Mike and Adam get an opportunity to talk to a great farming operation located in Cherry County Nebraska. A county 5 times the size of Rhode Island and around 30 cows for every person, sits the Danielski Farming operation. Listen to the challenges and accomplishments of an operation that originally wasn't for the area.
Adam and Mike get the opportunity to discuss multiple topics around agriculture today with Q Connealy. Family, farming, community and photography along with social media are just a few items on today's episode.
Exciting episode where Mike and Adam talk with Corteva's Scientist Dr. Jeff Krum. We discuss in depth on how certain herbicides work, residual control versus contact control along with options for both corn and soybeans. Dr. Krum does a great job giving his opinions from many years of research on additives and tankmix partners for best control methods.
Pioneer Agronomist Adam Banks and Pioneer Product Agronomist talk with Mark Jeschke, Pioneer Agronomy Manager specifically around the Pioneer Agronomy Research Book for 2022. How this publication was created, what's in it and what to expect for the future.
Adam and Mike talk with Pioneer Agronomist Troy Deutmeyer around multiple factors influencing yield across the mid-west and how the Pioneer Yield Pyramid can be a building block for success.
Mike and Adam talk insects with UNL entomologist Dr. Bob Wright. Seed Corn maggots in soybeans, Gall Midge and Japanese beetles make there way into the conversations. Are cover crops causing more insect issues?
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Strategic Account Manger Russel French about variable inputs for the 2022 season. How Nitrogen prices could dictate your decisions, what break evens look like and is it worth chasing different crops because of high input costs?
Mike and Adam summarize current harvest situations, discuss past topics that are critical in making the correct hybrid and variety selections for the 2022 season.
Mike and Adam talk with Pioneer Field Agronomist Jake Hoxmeier about harvest progression and observations around the state of Nebraska.
Mike and Adam talk with Mark Kottmeyer, a local Crop Consultant from the Kearney Nebraska area on current agronomic topics. Mark shares with us how over 40 years of consulting helps him determine how different inputs can help his customers be more profitable.
Mike and Adam discuss how to estimate yields and set harvest expectations. Drones, satellite imagery and the Pioneer Seeds App are all useful tools to help.
Adam and Mike talk with Andy Zessin from Madison NE about how social media influences young farmers.
Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks and Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn talk about how to finish the corn growing season strong with Pioneer Strategic Account Manager, Russel French.
Pioneer Agronomists Adam Banks, Mike Wardyn, Carl Joern, and Tony Zerrusen talk about field situations across Nebraska, Indiana and Southern Illinois. How crops look, potential pests and mitigating stresses.
Pioneer Field Agronomists, Adam Banks, Tim Lewandowski, Patrick Horwart, and Chase Sauder talk about field situations for the week of July 11th.
Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks and Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn talk about the growing season to this point and what's ahead. In-season fertilizing, insect management and fungicide applications are all topics of discussion in this episode.
Pioneer Agronomy is the beating heart of the Pioneer Brand. This episode focuses on the planting progress across Nebraska as Mike and Adam have conversations with Pioneer Field Agronomists, Chase Sauder from Grant, Kevin Kowalski from Norfolk and Bill McClure from Lincoln about what they see currently and future challenges we may face.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks get the opportunity to talk with 37-Ag about their farming operation and what it took to win the 2020 NCGA contest at a state and national level.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn, Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks and Dr. Nick Ward from Ward Laboratories in Kearney Ne discuss fertility topics on growers minds during the 2021 planting season.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks are joined by Pioneer Field Agronomist Patrick Howart to discuss planting timeframe, risks, and benefits of either corn or soybeans first.
Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Field Agronomist Adam Banks discuss the Billion dollar pest with Dr. Clint Pilcher and Field Agronomist Chase Sauder.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks join Pioneer Field Agronomist Tim Lewandowski to discuss Cover Crops and termination timing in the spring
Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Field Agronomist Adam Banks discuss planter setups and adjustments for best results. Cody Robinson, Co-Owner of Planter Worx LLC in Wilcox NE. gives us his thoughts on best practices.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks discuss Pioneer research around planting populations with Agronomy Manager Dan Berning.
Pioneer Product Agronomist, Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks discuss how Aquamax hybrids are created for drought situations with Dan Berning.
Pioneer Field Agronomist, Adam Banks and Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn discuss what type of corn is needed to make Food Grade and why growers need to understand what they are planting for processors.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks are located in Nebraska and talk to Pioneer Corn Breeder Brandon Wardyn on how corn breeding has changed and where it's headed.
Pioneer Product Agronomist Mike Wardyn and Pioneer Field Agronomist Adam Banks are located in Central Nebraska and talk with Soybean Breeder Les Kuhlman.