Best Mississippi State University Extension Service Podcasts (2025)

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Measuring the Impact of the Stoneville Research Complex on Mississippi 26:04

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2h ago26:04

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From the Crop Doctors' Podcast studio in Stoneville, Jeff Gore and Steve Martin dig into the recent analysis detailing the economic impact of the Stoneville Research Complex. They break down what the numbers really mean for producers, local communities, and the state’s agriculture. Jeff and Steve discuss how research conducted at Stoneville transla…

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Redvine Management in the South– Crossover Episode with War Against Weeds Podcast 29:02

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Jason joined a group of weed scientists on a recent episode of the War Against Weeds Podcast. The episode covers the history and management of redvine in Mississippi and the South. Find other episodes of the War Against Weeds Podcast at https://waragainstweeds.libsyn.com/ or anywhere you listen to podcasts. For more episodes from the Crop Doctors, …

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Managing for Waterfowl and the Hunt Ahead with James Callicut 29:55

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James Callicut, Mississippi State University Extension Waterfowl and Game Bird Specialist, called into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to explore how habitat management decisions shape success before and after opening day. James shares insights from his research tracking mallards and pintails across Mississippi, discusses key strateg…

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The Rut 44:31

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Jacob and Eric catch up to discuss the rut. They cover everything from what triggers the rut to phases of the rut, changes in buck behavior, and hunting strategies. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an account to view the semi…

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The Day a Frozen Deer Nabbed Poachers 23:22

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Farm Journal writer Chris Bennett joined us in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to share a remarkable story from one of his recent articles. This episode dives into a truly unique sting operation from 1986 in Oklahoma where a game warden came up with an ingenious plan to catch illegal road hunters using a frozen roadkill deer as a dec…

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Tales From the Road…Some of Our Strangest Calls 25:32

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Settle in for a morning of stories from Stoneville, MS, as Tom, Jason, and Bobby Golden pull back the curtain on some of their most unusual field visits. They trade stories about the strange, absurd, and the downright odd things they've been called to investigate. From mysterious smoke plumes over rice fields to a surprising discovery on a skeet ra…

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Italian Ryegrass and Virginia Pepperweed Research Update 24:24

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From the Crop Doctors' Podcast studio in Stoneville, Dalton Whitt and Tanner King, both doctoral students at Mississippi State University, dive deep into their research on two of the Delta's most challenging weeds: Italian ryegrass and Virginia pepperweed. They break down the complexities of herbicide resistance in Italian ryegrass, a winter annual…

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Chris Bennett on the State of Agriculture 29:34

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On this special episode, we welcome Farm Journal writer and Delta native Chris Bennett back to the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to share what he's hearing on the ground. Known for his candid and insightful storytelling, Chris discusses the pulse of Midsouth agriculture based on his conversations with farmers, industry experts, and tho…

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October Means Fall Burndown 25:03

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From the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville, Jason and Tom talk all things fall burndown for Italian ryegrass. Every October, the discussions are similar but the years always offer something a little different. Topics include fall-applied residual herbicide timings, product selection, mixtures, soil textures, resistance, and more. For more …

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A Season of Extremes for Mississippi Irrigation 27:51

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Episode 090 - Arkansas Chronic Wasting Disease Deer Study 1:38:08

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Jacob and Eric sit down with Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Research Division Chief, Cory Gray and Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, Dr. Marcelo Jorge to discuss the results of their 5-year project evaluating the effects of CWD in Arkansas. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources opt…

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Tom Allen’s 2025 Mississippi Row Crop Disease Recap 26:27

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From the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville, Tom walks listeners through the 2025 row crop season in Mississippi—from early-season disease pressures through harvest—and teases what growers should watch heading into 2026. He gives a candid summary on disease management across soybean, corn, cotton, and rice. For more episodes from the Crop D…

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From Data to Drawdowns: Telemetry and Winter Ducks—Signals, Noise, and Habitat Strategy 1:00:49

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In this episode of Gamebird University, James sits down with Dr. Ryan Askren, Director of the Five Oaks Agricultural Research & Education Center, to refocus the lens on the wintering grounds—where habitat configuration, disturbance, and management decisions shape duck behavior long before spring. James and Ryan dig into what modern GPS/GSM telemetr…

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Steve Martin on the Economics of Midsouth Row Crops 21:05

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Steve Martin visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville for an in-depth look at the current economic landscape facing row crop producers in the Midsouth. From rising input costs and commodity pressures to the shifting dynamics of farm policy and crop insurance, Steve breaks down the key factors shaping profitability for cotton, soybeans…

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Rice Delphacid Infestations and Heat Stress in Midsouth Rice 33:13

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Jarrod Hardke calls into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to visit with Will Eubank, Jason, and Tom about the rice delphacid infestations sweeping through Midsouth rice fields. Experts are raising concerns as these pests continue to appear in new areas late in the season. They also discuss the compounding impact of extreme late-season…

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Bugcast: New Hopper Species in Southern Row Crops 30:05

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Don and Tyler couldn’t stay away, so we have another Bugcast this week. In this episode, Don and Tyler sat down with Tom and Jason to break down the latest information on new species of hoppers that have been identified across the southern U.S. These tiny invaders don’t pose an imminent threat for 2025, but are worth considering moving toward the 2…

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Episode 089 - Cool-season Food Plots Part 2 1:13:22

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We're back with Part 2 of discussing cool-season food plots. Hosts Jacob and Eric catch up with MSU Deer Lab graduate student Luke Resop to talk about seed mixes and weed management. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Categories drop-down menu. You will need to create an accoun…

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Chester McWhorter and the War on Johnsongrass 27:25

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From the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville, Jason and Tom travel back to the Mississippi Delta of the mid-20th century to uncover the groundbreaking research of Dr. Chester G. McWhorter at the Delta Branch Experiment Station (Delta Research and Extension Center in Stoneville). Facing one of the South's most stubborn agricultural pests—john…

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Episode 088 - Cool-season Food Plots Part 1 1:08:31

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In this episode, hosts Jacob and Eric discuss cool-season food plots with MSU Deer Lab graduate student Luke Resop. They cover key topics such as food plot placement, soil testing, and seed-bed preparation in part 1 of this 2-part series. Check out the MSU Deer Lab's online seminar series (here) and select the Natural Resources option from the Cate…

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Ruffed Grouse, Woodcock & Young Forests—Science, Dogs, and the Power of Habitat Work 54:44

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In this episode of Gamebird University, hosts James Callicutt and Mark McConnell sit down with Dr. Ben Jones, CEO of the Ruffed Grouse Society & American Woodcock Society, for a grounded, field-tested conversation about young-forest conservation in the South—and what it really takes to sustain ruffed grouse, American woodcock, and the people who ca…

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Bugcast: What To Do As the Season Winds Down 23:07

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Don and Tyler visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville for one last Bugcast for the year. They team up to break down the final push of insect pressure as the growing season winds down. From stink bugs in soybeans to rice stink bugs on rice, they cover what growers need to watch for, how to assess thresholds, and the most effective lat…

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Episode 087 - Late Summer Stressors 39:18

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In this episode, hosts Jacob and Eric dive into the challenges of the late summer stress period for deer. They explore key topics, including the declining nutritional quality of plants, the demands of antler growth, late gestation, and lactation. They also share insights on how strategic habitat management and food plots can help alleviate the summ…

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Postharvest Soil Testing and Next Year’s Fertility Blueprint 28:36

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Bobby Golden visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to begin a discussion of soil testing and fertility programs for 2026. As combines roll out of the fields, it's time to shift gears from harvest to the foundations of 2026. Bobby, Jason, and Tom dig deep into the crucial considerations surrounding soil testing after harvest. They'l…

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Postharvest and Prevented Planting Weed Control Strategies 27:20

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Tom Eubank visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to brainstorm ideas on weed control during late summer and into fall. Whether it’s postharvest in corn and soybean fields or acres left idle due to prevented planting, managing weed pressure is critical for protecting next year’s crop. The discussion covers herbicide options, timing …

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Episode 086 – Taking the Reins and New World Screwworm 55:41

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In this episode, the new co-directors of the MSU Deer Lab, Drs. Jacob Dykes and Eric Michel, share their plans for the deer lab and their vision for research and outreach. They discuss hosting in-person events and the construction of the new captive deer facility and outreach building at Mississippi State University. The discussion then shifts to a…

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What Can Go Wrong with Soybean Seed Quality and Why 30:58

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Justin Calhoun calls into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to dive into the major factors that influence soybean seed quality at harvest with Tom, Don, and Jason. Topics include how late-season pathogens, insect activity, weather conditions, and harvest timing can all contribute to reduced seed quality. They also share observations fr…

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Episode 085 - The New MSU Deer Lab 57:31

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In this episode, Bronson and Steve introduce the new Co-Directors of the MSU Deer Lab. Dr. Eric Michel succeeds Steve and now serves as Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Taylor Chair in Applied Big Game Research and Instruction. Replacing Bronson is Dr. Jacob Dykes, the new Coordinator of the St. John Family Endowed Professorship of Wildli…

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Clearing the Way for the Combine with Corn Harvest Aids 24:47

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Erick called into the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to discuss the strategic use of harvest aids to desiccate weeds ahead of corn harvest. Erick, Jason, and Tom cover timings, product options, and key considerations for maximizing effectiveness while minimizing risk to yield and grain quality. For more episodes from the Crop Doctors, v…

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Jay Mahaffey on PGRs and the Calculus of Cotton Management 25:30

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Jay Mahaffey, manager of the Bayer Crop Science Learning Center in Scott, Mississippi, continues the discussion begun last week on cotton management. In this episode, Jay, Jason, and Tom dive into the complex world of plant growth regulator (PGR) management in cotton. Jay breaks down how applying PGRs is far from a one-size-fits-all approach — it’s…

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Ducks in Crisis? Understanding the Breeding Grounds, Harvest, and More 53:03

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In this episode of Gamebird University, hosts James Callicutt and Brian Davis sit down with Dr. Scott Stephens, Senior Director of Prairie and Boreal Conservation Strategy with Ducks Unlimited, for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on duck breeding, population trends, and the future of waterfowl conservation. The trio explores the sharp d…

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Jay Mahaffey on ThryvOn and Mississippi’s 2025 cotton crop 22:32

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Jay Mahaffey, renowned agronomist and manager of the Bayer Crop Science Learning Center in Scott, Mississippi, is back in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville for an in-depth look at the 2025 Mississippi cotton crop. Jay shares insights on how the season has shaped up so far — from planting conditions to pest pressure — and discusses how …

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Bugcast: Bollworms Here, There, and Yonder 23:40

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Don and Tyler dropped in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio last week to visit with Jason and Tom on what’s going on in the insect world. Don dives into the bollworm situation as corn is drying down. Tyler describes managing plant bugs in cotton in July. For more episodes from the Crop Doctors, visit our website at http://extension.msstate.edu/shows/…

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300th Episode of the Crop Doctors’ Podcast 44:31

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It’s the 300th episode of the Crop Doctors’ Podcast. Bobby is back in town, so he and DREC Communications Coordinator Laura Smith joined Jason and Tom for a deep dive into the biggest lessons, laughs, and breakthroughs from the past few years of the podcast. Join us as we reflect on how far the podcast has come and share some possibilities for futu…

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Duck Behavior, New Tech, and the Challenges of Conservation 47:22

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In this episode of Gamebird University, hosts James Callicutt and Mark McConnell sit down with Dr. Frank Rohwer, President and Chief Scientist of Delta Waterfowl, for a wide-ranging conversation about waterfowl research, management, and conservation. The trio reflects on Frank's long career—from his early academic days at LSU to leading Delta's sci…

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Heat Wave: Late-Season Challenges in Rice 22:46

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Will Eubank joined Tom and Jason in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to offer an update on Mississippi rice. As rice heads toward the finish line, late-season obstacles can threaten yield and quality. In this episode, Will, Jason, and Tom unpack how high temperatures during flowering can disrupt pollination and grain fill, the increas…

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Episode 084 - Steve's Dispersal Event 1:18:30

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In this bittersweet episode Bronson visits with Steve as he reflects on his retirement from the MSU Deer Lab after a long and impactful career in wildlife management. Steve discusses some of the research that he considered very important in his career that impacted resource management. He reviews his research on forest management, prescribed fire, …

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Managing Yield Potential in Short Soybeans 29:03

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Bobby Golden visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to dig into the case of short soybean plants and what it really means for yield potential. Jason, Tom, and Bobby explore the agronomic implications of short soybeans, late-season plant nutrition, fungicide/herbicide applications no matter the plant height. For more episodes from th…

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Using Soil Moisture Sensors to Kick Off Irrigation in Corn and Soybean 25:26

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Drew visited with Jason and Tom in the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville about best practices for initiating irrigation in corn and soybean. Drew shares how soil moisture sensor data can guide the timing of the first irrigation, how to interpret sensor readings for effective scheduling, and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you're new to i…

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Prairie Pressures: Weather, Farming & the Future of Ducks 43:04

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In this episode, James and Mark are joined by Matt Chouinard, Waterfowl Programs Director for Delta Waterfowl, for an in-depth discussion on current prairie wetland and grassland conditions. They explore how recent weather patterns and agricultural pressures are shaping duck nesting success across the Prairie Pothole Region. Matt shares insights on…

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Tackling 2025’s Toughest Weed Control Challenges in Mississippi 25:32

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From the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville, Jason and Tom dive into the weed control challenges faced by Mississippi growers in the 2025 season. With extreme and unpredictable weather patterns disrupting herbicide timing and efficacy, they unpack what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what growers can do next. For more episodes from the Crop Doct…

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Current Insect Pressure in Mississippi Cotton and Soybean 16:31

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Whitney visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast Studio in Stoneville during the Mississippi State Extension Scout School to break down the current insect situation across Mississippi. As the growing season heats up, so does insect activity in cotton and soybean fields. For more episodes from the Crop Doctors, visit our website at http://extension.msstate…

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Finishing Out Corn Nitrogen After Prolonged Wet Weather 21:48

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MSU Extension Corn Specialist Erick Larson visited the Crop Doctors’ Podcast studio in Stoneville to continue an ongoing discussion of managing corn nitrogen fertility. Nitrogen fertilizer losses are inevitable with prolonged saturated soils. Erick shares suggestions for how to manage the crop at or as it approaches tasseling. For more episodes fro…

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Episode 083 - When You Can't Hunt: Fertility Control as a Deer Management Tool 1:10:09

6M ago1:10:09

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In this episode, Stephanie Boyles-Griffin, Jessica Tegt, Steve Demarais, and Bronson Strickland discuss the complexities of urban deer management, exploring the challenges posed by growing deer populations in urban areas. While recreational hunting remains the most effective and practical tool for population control in most settings, an increasing …