Best Agriscience Podcasts (2025)

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9/26/25 - MyAgLife Episode 259: Interview with Corteva Agriscience's Daniel Abruzzini on Protecting Young, Non-Bearing Tree Nut Orchards Against Nematodes 8:41

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Corteva Agriscience's Daniel Abruzzini to discuss how plant-parasitic nematodes impact young, non-bearing tree nut orchards and integrated management strategies, including how Salibro™ nematicide helps support early tree growth and long-term productivity.By MyAgLife

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Dr. Nneka Breaux of Corteva Agriscience 1:37:22

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Host Angela B. Freeman welcomes Nneka Breaux, Ph.D., U.S. Regulatory Policy Leader at Corteva Agriscience, for the 50th episode of the Freedom Forum. Dr. Breaux shares her journey from Mississippi to Spelman College, her pursuit of a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at Purdue, and her career path leading to leadership in regulatory affairs. She discusses…

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Discovering Tomorrow’s Biotech Traits 28:37

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On today’s episode, what goes into the traits farmers can purchase with their seed? How are these traits found, developed and ultimately packaged into crop genetics? Julian Chaky who leads the trait characterization and development team at Corteva Agriscience joins us to explain how the genetic traits are found, developed and packaged into usable c…

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9/19/25 - MyAgLife Episode 258: Interview with Tidal Grow AgriScience's Trey Cutts on Harnessing Chitosan's Role in Specialty Crop Pest and Disease Management 11:08

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Trey Cutts, Ph.D., vice president of commercial agriculture science at Tidal Grow AgriScience, to discuss how chitosan-based products like Spectra™ support California specialty crop growers by controlling key pests and diseases, enhancing plant health and more.By MyAgLife

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9/5/25 - MyAgLife Episode 257: Interview with LMG Ag Products' Josh Cox on Driving Transparency and Trust in Ag Retail 20:07

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Josh Cox, CEO of LMG Ag Products and CEU sponsor at this year's Crop Consultant Conference, to discuss how the company is combining transparent pricing on branded and generic crop protection products with a proven service process, in-house delivery and a strong regional presence in the San Joaquin and Sacramento vall…

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Unlocking Agriscience Innovation 32:18

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In today’s episode, we sat down with farmer and podcaster Corey Hillebo and Corteva Agriscience chief technology and digital officer Sam Eathington. Hillebo and Eathington help us to better understand how to unlock agriscience innovation, both at the farm level and at the corporate level. “Can we use the science to find another crop or crops for Io…

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8/29/25 - MyAgLife Episode 256: Interview with 'Undercover Billionaire' and Grower Elaine Culotti on the 559 Farm Train and Rethinking Food Distribution 28:43

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Elaine Culotti, entrepreneur, grower and Fresno's 'Undercover Billionaire,' to discuss the 559 Farm Train, her vision for reviving rail to move California crops more efficiently, reduce food waste and give growers a stronger foothold in the marketplace.By MyAgLife

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Burnell Grimes, director of Legal for North America Energy Solutions at Carrier 42:48

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On this episode of the Freedom Forum, Angela B. Freeman talks with Burnell “BJ” Grimes Jr., director of Legal for North America Energy Solutions at Carrier Global Corporation. A lifelong Hoosier, Grimes shares his path from IU Bloomington and IU McKinney Law School to big law, government service and corporate counsel. He also discusses the critical…

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8/22/25 - MyAgLife Episode 255: Interview with Nutrien's Dr. Karl Wyant on Addressing Plant Biostimulants in D.C. 12:23

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Dr. Karl Wyant, director of agronomy at Nutrien, to discuss his recent visit to Washington D.C., where he advocated for the U.S. agriculture industry, seeking support for the Plant Biostimulant Act in the next Farm Bill.By MyAgLife

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Science, Sustainability and the Art of Farming 35:45

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In today’s episode: agriscience versus nature. The ability to farm land productively and profitably requires that farmers bend nature to their will on some level. But that doesn’t mean that farmers and scientists can’t find ways to work with nature, minimize off-target effects and conserve biodiversity. A great model species to think about these co…

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Dr. Russell Ledet, Triple Board Resident at Indiana University Health 1:07:58

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Dr. Russell Ledet, M.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., shares his remarkable journey from digging through dumpsters as a child to becoming a triple board resident at IU Health. In this powerful episode of The Freedom Forum, host Angela B. Freeman explores how Dr. Ledet’s time in the U.S. Navy, his experience at an HBCU, and his pursuit of advanced education shape…

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7/25/25 - MyAgLife Episode 254: Interview with Corteva Agriscience's Bryce Borges on Preparing Young Grapevines for Fall Root Flush and Managing Nematode Pressure 13:22

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Bryce Borges, market development specialist at Corteva Agriscience, to discuss the importance of fall root flush preparation, nematode threats to young grapevines and how Salibro® CA nematicide offers growers a targeted, soil-friendly solution to protect root systems without harming beneficial organisms.…

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Revolutionary Plant Breeding: Breakthrough Unlocks Hybrid Wheat 34:50

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In today's episode, the challenge and opportunity of hybrid wheat. We've discussed previously how much hybrid corn has increased corn yields over the past century. Wheat is an important crop around the world; but why haven't hybrids been commercialized in the same way? Today we take a look at how agriscience is changing the game for hybrid wheat. …

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Crucial Conversations About Biologicals in Agriculture 29:01

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In today’s episode, we start to unpack the category of biologicals. Are biological products ready for prime time on the farm, or still struggling to prove their return on investment? Where are biologicals finding traction and what are the barriers and opportunities for this category going forward? To begin to peel back some of the layers of this nu…

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6/27/25 - MyAgLife Episode 253: Interview with Ag Economist Jay Sayre on Navigating the Current Ag Trade Landscape 28:42

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Jay Sayre, ag economist at UC Davis, to discuss how shifting global and domestic trade policies are impacting California's growers, consumers and export-driven ag economy, and what strategies can build long-term resilience. Check out a recent UCCE webinar from Jay for more on this topic.…

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Fueling Growth in Winter Canola 28:09

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In this episode, what would a truly renewable biofuel look like? Well, the feedstock would have to come from a crop that is productive, profitable, and resilient to grow. And one that has a low carbon intensity score that’s going to displace minimal amounts of acres of other cash crops. Could winter canola be that crop? It’s sure looking that way, …

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Dr. Katasha Butler, Medication and Regulatory Coordinator at Eskenazi Health 1:06:49

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Dr. Katasha S. Butler, PharmD, MBA, joins The Freedom Forum to share her inspiring rise from a curious grade schooler in Illinois to a senior healthcare leader at Eskenazi Health. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Butler reflects on her time at Spelman College and Butler University, her rapid ascent into pharmacy leadership, and the challenges …

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6/20/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 10: Interview with Fowler Brothers Farming's Zachary Fowler on Strong Leadership, Operation Scaling and Investment Evaluation 18:05

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Jason Scott sits down with Zachary Fowler, co-owner of Fowler Brothers Farming, to discuss the importance of strong leadership, hiring the right people and maintaining a hands-on approach while scaling operations. Fowler emphasizes stress-testing decisions and fostering community collaboration to drive innovation in an industry often slow to change…

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6/13/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 17: Interview with Stanislaus County Sheriff's Dept. on Fighting Rural Crime 24:26

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau’s Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing’s Kristin Platts sit down with Detectives Robert Domingos and Kyle Gomes from the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Rural Crimes Division to discuss the current landscape of rural crime, how law enforcement agencies collaborate across county lines and practical steps growers and ranchers can …

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6/6/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 9: Interview with Tidal Grow AgriScience's Norm Davy on Resilience, Innovation and Soil Health 24:51

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Jason Scott sits down with Norm Davy, president and chief commercial officer of Tidal Grow AgriScience, to discuss how the company is helping ag retailers and growers overcome rising input costs, pest resistance and soil health challenges through U.S.-made, bioengineered crop input solutions. He also reflects on leadership, grit, sustainability and…

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Fungicide Timing Solution: Confident Application to Maximize ROI 26:13

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In today's episode: how can technology help with timing on the farm? We're talking specifically about fungicide applications and a tool that uses the power of artificial intelligence to signal when the optimal time is for a fungicide application within the spectrum of timing per label directions. Today you’ll hear from Corteva Agriscience research …

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5/30/25 - MyAgLife Episode 252: Interview with Western Region CCA's Stephen Vasquez and Progressive Crop Consultant's Jason Scott on the 2025 Crop Consultant Conference 23:20

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Stephen Vasquez, Western Region Certified Crop Advisers chair, and Jason Scott, publisher of Progressive Crop Consultant, to discuss the upcoming Crop Consultant Conference on September 24th and 25th in Visalia and what consultants, grower applicators and industry professionals can expect from this event. Register to…

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Benjamin Feagin Jr., CEO of Hydroponics Social Enterprise, AgriTech North 42:56:00

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S2 E8 AGRITECH NORTH The final episode of Season 2 of the Frontier Entrepreneurship Podcast brings us to Dryden in Northwestern Ontario where we meet Benjamin Feagin Jr., Co-Founder & CEO of a social enterprise that is tackling the challenge of food security through advancements in hydroponics. Ben introduces us to AgriTech North and challenges our…

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Kaye Vitug, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Roche Diagnostics 1:21:56

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Our guest on this 46th episode of the 2025 season—celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month—is Kaye Vitug, senior vice president and chief financial officer at Roche Diagnostics. Vitug shares her powerful personal and professional journey from growing up in the Philippines to becoming a top financial executive in the global pha…

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5/23/25 - MyAgLife Episode 251: Interview with Vineyard Team's Beth Vukmanic on Growing Sustainability in the Grape and Wine Industry 13:19

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Beth Vukmanic, executive director of Vineyard Team, to discuss the evolution of sustainability in the grape and wine industry, the SIP Certified program and how growers can leverage certification, education and technology to thrive in a changing ag landscape. Check out Vineyard Team's most recent article from the Sus…

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5/16/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 8: Interview with National Milk Producers Federation's Gregg Doud on the Modern Dairy, Global Trade and More 32:17

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Jason Scott sits down with Gregg Doud, president of the National Milk Producer's Federation, to discuss the evolving dairy industry, highlighting rising global protein demand, the need for better ag education among policymakers and the importance of technology and sustainability. He emphasizes trade diversification, regulatory reform and industry u…

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Reduced Stature Corn: Height Explained 29:15

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In this episode, we’re going to dive even deeper into the science and behind making reduced stature corn a reality. Plant physiologist Jeff Habben has been with Corteva Agriscience for about 30 years and has developed a tremendous depth of knowledge and expertise about how corn and soybean plants grow, develop and function. “ Hormones are very powe…

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5/9/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 16: Interview with Kings County Farm Bureau's Dusty Ference on Water, Lawsuits and Survival of the Tulare Lake Subbasin 28:09

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau's Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing's Kristin Platts sit down with Dusty Ference, executive director of the Kings County Farm Bureau, to discuss their ongoing lawsuit against the State Water Resources Control Board. The legal challenge aims to prevent the Tulare Lake Subbasin from being placed on probation, a move that ha…

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Collin Juurakko, Founder & CEO of Advanced Agriscience 34:21

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S2 E7 ADVANCED AGRISCIENCE How do you stop frost formation with bacteria? In this latest episode of Nventure's Frontier Entrepreneurship Podcast, we dive into more mind-bending breakthroughs in Canadian agricultural biotech. Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Collin Juurakko, PhD, Founder and CEO of Advanced Agriscience, as co-hosts Br…

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5/2/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 7: Interview with Capstone Ag Management's Jared Plumlee on Building a Business, Water Strategy, Legacy and More 32:55

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Jason Scott sits down with Jared Plumlee, CEO of Capstone Ag Management, to discuss his journey from a family farming background to building his own ag management company. He also discusses his commitment to water strategy, personalized client service and creating a lasting legacy for future generations.…

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Leon Williamson, Market President at iHeartMedia Indianapolis 34:19

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Our guest on this 45th episode is Leon Williamson, Indianapolis market president for iHeartMedia. Leon shared his career journey from his Jamaican roots to leading one of the largest media organizations in the world. Leon reflected on the cultural shifts he experienced moving from Miami to the Midwest, and the importance of building local community…

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4/25/25 - MyAgLife Episode 250: Interview with UCCE's Sarah Light on Using Almond Shells for Mulching 26:03

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Sarah Light, UCCE agronomy advisor, to discuss findings from a two-year study on using almond shell mulch in established alfalfa fields and how the practice can improve soil health, increase water infiltration and recycle orchard byproducts without sacrificing yield.By MyAgLife

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Too Tall? A Look at Reduced Stature Corn 28:21

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In today's episode: Does corn really need to be so tall? It's time to explore this concept of reduced stature corn, otherwise commonly referred to as short corn. When you picture a mature cornfield, I imagine you're probably thinking of tall green stalks, towering overhead, and there are some agronomic advantages and disadvantages to this. So some …

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4/18/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 6: Interview with Valent U.S.A. CEO Matt Plitt on a Multidimensional Approach to Agribusiness, Leading with Empathy and More 20:46

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Matt Plitt, president and CEO of Valent U.S.A., to discuss a forward-thinking approach to agribusiness, blending innovation, sustainability and community engagement. He emphasizes the importance of empathy and transparency in leadership, anticipating industry trends and aligning profitability with sustainable practic…

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4/11/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 15: Interview with Monterey County Farm Bureau's Norm Groot about the True Cost of Regulatory Compliance for California Growers 23:39

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau's Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing's Kristin Platts sit down with Norm Groot, executive director of the Monterey County Farm Bureau, to discuss a recent Cal Poly study they commissioned to examine the true cost of regulatory compliance for California growers. Groot breaks down key findings from the report, putting real n…

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Science Makes Active Ingredients More Active 29:43

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In today’s episode we dive into a critical topic that is usually hidden in plain sight: formulation science. It’s easy to think of agricultural products as straightforward chemistries that get sprayed from a tank. An insecticide is an insecticide; a fungicide is a fungicide. The active ingredient is what is going to give us the outcome we want. But…

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4/4/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 5: Interview with Farmblox CEO Nathan Rosenburg on Automation, Labor Reduction, Data-Driven Decisions and More 28:06

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Jason Scott sits down with Nathan Rosenburg, CEO of Farmblox, to discuss helping growers automate farm tasks and reduce labor through customizable, modular technology. Rosenburg also goes into the future of ag tech, advice for startups and the importance of younger generations in shaping ag's evolution.…

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3/28/25 - MyAgLife Episode 249: Interview with Nutrien Financial's Jacquelyn Fernandes on Tips to Withstand an Economic Downturn 10:11

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Jacquelyn Fernandes, territory manager at Nutrien Financial, discusses tips for grape growers to ensure their vineyards are positioned to withstand an economic downturn.By MyAgLife

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Shari van de Pol, Founder of Dairy Platform Start-up, CATTLEytics 32:36

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S2 E6 CATTLEYTICS Data, predictive analytics, dynamic communications and digital twins make up the virtual landscape of modern dairy farms. Bringing it all together into a comprehensive platform for some of the largest cattle operations in the world is veterinarian, computer engineer and entrepreneur, Shari van de Pol, polymath and Founder of CATTL…

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Tiffany Munsell, Senior Vice President at Rolls-Royce 1:00:29

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In this special Women’s History Month episode of The Freedom Forum, host Angela B. Freeman talks with Tiffany Munsell, senior vice president of mature engine programs at Rolls-Royce. An Indianapolis native, Tiffany shares her unconventional path from law school to venture capital to aerospace leadership, highlighting the grit and resilience require…

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Permanent Cover Crops Take Root 32:07

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In today’s episode: what might it look like to create a better cover crop system? A group of researchers and farmers are seeking to answer this question. Cover crops can help reduce soil erosion, preserve soil biology, build organic matter, suppress weeds and improve water and nutrient retention. So why do fewer than 10% of US row crop acres incorp…

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3/21/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 4: Interview with Nutrien Ag Solutions' Rob Clayton on Grower Profitability, Growth Adaptability and More 37:08

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Jason Scott sits down with Rob Clayton, senior vice president of retail North America at Nutrien Ag Solutions, to discuss the company's role in grower profitability and sustainability, the impact of soil science, automation and AI, and the importance of adaptability in business growth. Clayton also emphasizes coaching, communication and continuous …

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3/14/25 - Farm Bureau Friday Episode 14: Interview with FFA's Gabby Furtado and Gianna Genasci on Ag Leadership and FFA Opportunities 19:41

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Stanislaus County Farm Bureau's Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing's Kristin Platts sit down with Central Region FFA officers Gabrielle Furtado and Gianna Genasci to discuss how FFA has shaped their leadership, skills and future goals. Tune in for a conversation about the impact of agricultural education and the opportunities FFA provides.…

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Meet CARL: Your Digital Agronomist 31:22

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Digital agriculture, decision science and generative artificial intelligence (AI) all converge into a new tool for agronomists and seed sales reps. How will this enhance the way trusted advisors make recommendations to farmers? Imagine you're an agronomist traveling from farm to farm. You have an assistant riding along in your passenger seat who ca…

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3/7/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 3: Interview with AgTechLogic CEO Tom Gauthier on 'Prescriptive' Agriculture, Building a Strong Ag Tech Team and More 23:05

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Jason Scott sits down with Tom Gauthier, CEO of AgTechLogic, to discuss how precision spraying and data-driven solutions are transforming agriculture, the power of 'prescriptive' agriculture, building a strong ag tech team and why growers should embrace emerging technologies.By MyAgLife

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2/28/25 - MyAgLife Episode 248: Interview with Cam Camfield on New Grower Insights for the Future of Biological Products 16:36

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Taylor Chalstrom sits down with Cam Camfield, founder and CEO of Stratovation Group, to discuss new critical specialty crop grower insights for the future of biological products, including innovation and adoption.By MyAgLife

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The Freedom Forum: John Gaidoo, Vice President and Senior Deputy General Counsel at Cummins Inc. 53:53

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Our guest on this 2025 Black History Month (BHM) episode is John Gaidoo of Cummins Inc. John discussed his executive legal career journey culminated by his African heritage, Marine military service, and training as a labor and employment attorney. John also discussed his real life and sometimes disparate experiences as a diverse man in corporate le…

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Gene Editing: Pathway to Progress 28:31

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In today’s episode, we look into the path forward for gene editing in agriculture. What will that look like for farmers and for consumers? In our last episode we clarified some of the key differences between gene editing and transgenic crops, or what most know as GMOs. Transgenic crops have been widely adopted over the past 30 years, but very few g…

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Morgan Wyatt, Co-Founder of Natural Materials Start-up, Advanced Biofibre Technologies 39:59

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S2 E5 ADVANCED BIOFIBRE The approach to an environmentally sustainable future runs through dangerous territory. Trying to get better, we make things worse. Solving one problem, we create another... and another… how then should green products be designed and introduced? Today’s episode of the Frontier Entrepreneurship Podcast brings you an in-depth …

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2/21/25 - The Ag Executive Episode 2: Interview with BeeHero CEO Omer Davidi on Ag Tech Innovation, Business Scaling in a Changing Industry and More 29:44

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Jason Scott sits down with BeeHero CEO Omer Davidi to discuss his transition from cybersecurity to agriculture and how BeeHero is optimizing pollination with technology. He shares lessons from past ventures, insights on ag-tech innovation and the challenges of rising costs and labor shortages. Davidi highlights the role of IoT in farm management, t…