Best Top Crop Manager Podcasts (2025)

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Capping off the season with post-harvest fieldwork 29:55

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5d ago29:55

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The crop’s finally off the field, wrapping up another growing season. Instead of turning the page to next season, what else should happen in the field before winter hits? In this episode, Jake Munroe, soil management specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, discusses what farmers should prioritize once crops, spec…

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Managing feral pigs in cotton country with Matt Gentle and Tony Lockrey 25:17

25d ago25:17

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Join us for an in-depth discussion with QDPI Principal Scientist Matt Gentle from Biosecurity Queensland's Pest Animal Research Centre and agronomist Tony Lockery, Manager of AMPS based in Moree. In this episode we cover feral pig biology and population growth, the impact feral pigs have on cotton and grain crops, the control tactics and management…

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Farming Podcast | Machinery Market Trends 2025 | XtremeAg 29:10

3h ago29:10

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In this episode of Cutting the Curve by XtremeAg, host Damian Mason speaks with Kevin Ten Haken, Executive Vice President at Demco, to assess the current state of the farm machinery market amid a challenging farm economy. With lingering impacts from trade disputes, inflationary input costs, and lower farm income following record years, the conversa…

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From Gut Feel to Game Plan : How to Make Every Dollar Count in 2025 48:30

21h ago48:30

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“Navigating Tight Margins with Financial Mastery” dives straight into the realities of today’s ag economy. Grant Wiese joins the Farm4Profit crew to unpack how producers can manage risk, make data-backed marketing decisions, and plan for the future—even when margins are razor thin. Listeners will hear how knowing your true cost of production can tr…

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From Dairy Barns to Lambs & Soil Science: Andrew Luzum Balances Farming and Innovation 1:00:00

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Andrew Luzum—a farmer, conservation advocate, and strategic agronomist—to explore how traditional values and modern innovation can work hand in hand to sustain agriculture for generations to come. Andrew shares how his family operation, rooted near a trout hatchery in Winneshiek County, has made water quality and environmental responsibility centra…

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MLS Playoff Picture, USMNT vs AC Milan, and Liverpool Lose 4 in a Row 1:07:40

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It's time for the MLS Playoffs! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts dive into this past weekend’s Decision Day, and give their predictions for the wild card and first round games. They're also looking at Christian Pulisic’s reported injury and what it means for the relationship between AC Milan and the U.S. Men’s Nati…

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Smart Planning, Big Yields: Champions and the Science Behind Their Success 1:04:00

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Alex Noll, a farmer whose operation has earned national recognition for both corn and wheat yields, shares how he achieved a remarkable 340.39 bu/acre corn yield and consistent top finishes in dryland wheat. Alex explains his crop rotation strategy—especially how following wheat can boost corn and soybean yields by 5–8% and grain sorghum by nearly …

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Farming Podcast | How Is AI Changing Ag Operations? | XtremeAg 43:09

8d ago43:09

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In this special "Next Generation" episode of Cutting the Curve, the XtremeAg team dives deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and rapid tech advancements are reshaping agriculture. A roundtable of second-generation farmers—including Jackson Henderson, Layne Miles, Danielle Venable, Alexander Evans, Caleb Coots, and Connor Garrett—discusses the…

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Jon Welsh: Tech & Tell (mini series) 15:27

11d ago15:27

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Jon Welsh is the Principal Climate Analyst & Economist at Ag Econ has been part of CottonInfo for more than a decade and has become a trusted Technical Lead in his expert fields of climate, energy and carbon. In this episode we get to know Jon a bit better - his family farming background, how he got into the cotton industry - as well as the latest …

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Episode 211: App Delivers Yield Predictions Via Remote Sensing and Artificial Intelligence 24:23

11d ago24:23

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With at least 95% accuracy at key estimate timings in late July and early August, Growmark’s myFS agronomy platform gives its retail advisors and farmers new insights. Brendan Bachman, FS Agronomy Director, explains how the tool works and what it means for the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Blueprint for Great Wine: Farming with Heart and Precision 58:17

12d ago58:17

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The Farm4Profit Podcast heads to California wine country for a two-part series highlighting the remarkable people shaping the legacy and future of Sonoma County Winegrowers. In Part 1, Dan Rotlisberger—fifth-generation farmer and Vineyard Manager at Robert Young Estate Vineyards—shares how his family’s operation evolved from diverse orchards to one…

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USMNT vs Australia Reaction Livestream 56:05

12d ago56:05

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Landon and Tim are talking USMNT vs Australia LIVE! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts went live to discuss the U.S. Men’s National Team 2-1 win over Australia in Commerce City, Colorado. The guys discuss the team’s form, Pochettino’s clear message to his players, who may have to fight their way back into the squad, …

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Gabe Hoffman-Johnson from Hearts of Pine, USMNT vs Ecuador Review, & A Lesson In Soccer Chants 1:16:18

14d ago1:16:18

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Tim and Landon are HAIR RAISING! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts – sporting some new looks - are joined by the founder of Portland Hearts of Pine, Gabe Hoffman-Johnson. The three talk about building a USL League One team, what success looks like in the club’s first season, and what promotion/relegation could mean …

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Episode 210: Dial In Crop Fertility Efficiency 16:08

14d ago16:08

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Galynn Beer, vice president of global sales for Tidal Grow, says the current dynamics in agriculture bring opportunity to think about fertilizer differently. Tidal Grow is bringing crop fertility products to the market to elevate yields and solve for environmental loss and sustainability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Science Behind Ocean Minerals ; Powering the Soil, Crops, and Livestock 44:23

15d ago44:23

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This Farm4Profit episode brings listeners a deep dive into the science and story of Sea Energy Agriculture, tracing how ocean minerals have moved from experimental hydroponic plots in Florida to practical, profitable farm programs across North America. Guests Lynn Hoover, Senior Director of Agronomy and Commercial Sales, and Michael Sileck, Commerc…

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Farming Podcast | Farming With Purpose: Soil Health, Legacy & Sustainability 35:36

15d ago35:36

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In this episode of XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve, host Damian Mason is joined by Arkansas farmer Matt Miles and Brian Strider of Holganix for a reflective conversation on the deeper meaning of modern farming. The discussion emphasizes farming with purpose—balancing profitability with long-term soil health, family legacy, and sustainable agronomic pr…

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Episode 209: Root Of Success: Take Credit for Good Recommendations 15:41

17d ago15:41

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Keith Byerly, commercial sustainability lead for Mosaic, says retailers need to celebrate their wins and take more credit for the recommendations they’ve made that have resulted in higher yields and profitability for their grower-customers. As farmers are harvesting their fields and thinking about their results, it is a great time for retailers to …

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Resiliency : The Griggs Farms Story 57:50

19d ago57:50

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This Farm4Profit episode features Matt and Kelly Griggs, owners of Griggs Farms LLC in Humboldt, Tennessee — a fifth-generation family operation growing corn, soybeans, wheat, and cotton on 2,000 acres. What began in 1882 with cotton has evolved into a nationally recognized regenerative farm rooted in conservation and faith. Listeners will hear how…

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Reducing uncertainty: Producing on-farm green ammonia 50:18

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In addition to climate challenges, growers are facing instability around input costs and supply chain issues. Rethinking access to fertilizer could help take away some of that uncertainty and bring peace of mind. FuelPositive is bringing decentralized on-farm green ammonia technology to local farms, giving farmers control and allowing them to produ…

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Kansas City Current General Manager Caitlin Carducci 33:10

20d ago33:10

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Farming Podcast | Soil Health & Nitrogen Efficiency | XtremeAg 27:20

21d ago27:20

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This XtremeAg Cutting the Curve episode, hosted by Damian Mason, explores nitrogen use efficiency from agronomic, economic, and environmental perspectives. Kelly Garrett shares how his farm reduces synthetic nitrogen inputs by leveraging soil mineralization and testing, while Scott Lay of Agricen discusses how N-Finity, a biological nitrogen effici…

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How PRO Service Changes the Repair Game ; The Future of Self-Repair 41:08

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For years, farmers have asked for more transparency and tools to maintain their own equipment without depending solely on dealerships. John Deere’s new Operations Center PRO Service may be the most significant answer yet. Guest Kent Brown joins the Farm4Profit team to unpack what this new system offers, why it matters, and how it reshapes the balan…

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Lee Klancher on Espionage, Prototypes, and Ag History - The Secret History of JD vs IH 47:02

26d ago47:02

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This Farm4Profit Podcast episode takes listeners deep into one of the most dramatic rivalries in agricultural history: the tractor wars of the 1970s and 80s. Our guest, Lee Klancher, is an award-winning author, photographer, and publisher of Octane Press, whose new book Snoopy and the Spy tells the story of International Harvester vs. John Deere du…

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Episode 208: What’s Next For Ag Drone Application? 15:34

27d ago15:34

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Lukas Koch is CEO of Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems, which spun out of an ag retail business. From bigger, faster drones that could fly farther, Koch shares more about what the future of application via drone looks like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Farm Journal

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USMNT Players' Injury Woes, MLS Supporters' Shield Race Tightens & Tops Off for Yellow Cards in the EPL 1:11:48

28d ago1:11:48

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The MLS Supporters Shield race is getting close! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts look at the playoff picture for Major League Soccer, including the Hudson Rivery Derby, Chicago’s win over Columbus and Philadelphia Union trampling D.C. United. Over in the English Premier League, the guys cover Liverpool coming up s…

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Episode 207: What's Shaping The Future of Ag Retail? 19:39

28d ago19:39

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Ken Zuckerberg, leads the global research team at CHS through its CHS Market Advisors division, and he says the winds of change are blowing as the crop cycle continues to search for a bottom. Zuckerberg discusses what this means for farmgate economics and the future of ag retailers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Farming Podcast | Maximizing Soybean ROI on $50 Fertility | XtremeAg 16:17

28d ago16:17

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In this episode of Cutting the Curve, the XtremeAg team dives into the “Economic Fertility Challenge” focused on growing 100-bushel soybeans using only $50 worth of post-applied fertility products. With fertility prescriptions designed by XtremeAg members and applied across irrigated and double-crop soybean plots in North Carolina, the challenge te…

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Asset Management for Farmers : Smart Tracking for your Equipment Fleet 41:30

29d ago41:30

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This Farm4Profit Podcast episode introduces NexOpt, a new asset management and GPS tracking system that promises to change how farmers monitor equipment, track service, and manage downtime. Our guest, Sherie Jones, Operations Manager at STEINBAUER USA, shares how NexOpt—founded in 2016—has already been adopted by industries like postal services, br…

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The value of sustainability to Australian cotton with Chris Cosgrove 15:43

1M ago15:43

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The latest Sustainability Report for the Australian cotton industry has just been released. We catch up with Chris Cosgrove to find out about some of the report findings, what it means for growers and exactly what it means when we talk about sustainability. Access the new Australian cotton sustainability website here: https://australiancottonsustai…

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Full Interview with Vermont Green’s Adam Pfeifer and Chris Taylor 35:34

1M ago35:34

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We're joined this week by Vermont Green FC’s Sporting Director Adam Pfeifer and Head Coach Chris Taylor for an interview! On this special bonus episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Adam and Chris talk to our hosts about their club’s undefeated season, winning their first USL 2 Championship, and what the club means to the…

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Corn, Conservation, and College Rivalries with Joe Roberts 59:53

1M ago59:53

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This Farm4Profit Podcast episode highlights the powerful connection between agriculture and athletics through the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series. Our guest, Joe Roberts, is not only the President of the Iowa Corn Promotion Board but also a third-generation Wright County farmer, Beck’s Seed dealer, and conservation advocate. Joe shares his journey from gr…

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Pulisic's On Form, Philly Chase the Shield, and Chelsea's Keeper Sees Red 1:04:54

1M ago1:04:54

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Will Philadelphia Union win their second Supports Shield this season? On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts are dive into the top of the MLS table, including San Diego FC’s draw against Atlanta United and FC Cincinnati’s triumph over the LA Galaxy. Landon and Tim also try to answer some FC26 trivia...to varying levels o…

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No Silver Bullets, Just Better Skills: Grain Marketing 51:35

1M ago51:35

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This Farm4Profit Podcast episode dives deep into the world of grain marketing education with Jeff Kazin and Mike Rohlfsen, founders of Agris Academy. With 50+ years of combined grain trade experience—ranging from trading floors to farming and even pioneering Cargill’s first office in post-communist Ukraine—Jeff and Mike have seen the good, the bad,…

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Farming Podcast | The Nitrogen Challenge in Modern Ag | XtremeAg 34:25

1M ago34:25

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This episode of Cutting the Curve explores the persistent challenges and emerging solutions in nitrogen management for row crop producers. Host Damian Mason is joined by Trey Cutts and Galynn Beer from Tidal Grow to discuss how traditional practices like fall-applied anhydrous ammonia contribute to nitrogen inefficiency and loss. They introduce Ali…

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Understanding carbon in a dryland farming system 14:33

1M ago14:33

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In this episode we sit down with CottonInfo’s Technical Lead for Climate, Carbon & Energy Jon Welsh from Ag Econ, and his Technical Lead support & Ag Econ colleague Johanna Hansson to talk about recent research that’s explored the economic and environmental impacts of soil carbon management in dryland cotton cropping systems. You can access the DCR…

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Turn It Up: The RAK’D Audio Journey 47:40

1M ago47:40

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USE CODE FP10 for your discount today! This Farm4Profit Podcast episode turns up the volume on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sound built for the farm. Our guest, Ryan Kanallakan, is the founder and CEO of RAK’D Audio, the company behind rugged, custom-built speakers that are redefining how farmers listen to music in the cab, shop, or out in the…

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Confident in camelina’s potential 33:55

1M ago33:55

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Camelina is an oilseed crop that originated in southeastern Europe and southwestern Asia in similar climates to the prairie provinces in Western Canada. It’s well-adapted to the southern regions of Canada because it has good drought tolerance and it’s well-adapted to the northern regions of the country because it has good frost tolerance and a shor…

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Stacey Vogel: Tech & Tell (mini series) 14:42

1M ago14:42

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Stacey Vogel is CottonInfo's Technical Lead for Natural Resource Management and has made a career out of supporting growers in a number of different areas including biodiversity, and waterway and soil management. In the latest 'Tech & Tell' episode, learn about how Stacey got into the NRM space and cotton, and hear more about a new series of Cotton…

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Farming Podcast | Residue Management Without the Tillage: A Biological Approach 43:07

1M ago43:07

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In this episode of Cutting the Curve, northern Illinois farmer Grant Strom discusses the practical evolution of his residue management system aimed at improving soil biology and planting conditions. Strom outlines his farm’s transition from conventional tillage to reduced-till and no-till practices, driven by the challenges of managing high volumes…

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Crop Health, Harvest Takeaways, and Planning Ahead for 2026 51:02

1M ago51:02

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This Farm4Profit Podcast episode brings a farmer-focused look at the role of company field reps and how they fit into the busy cycle of planting, protecting, harvesting, and planning for the next year. Our guest, Kylee Nodine, is a Field Marketing Manager at Corteva Agriscience, supporting crop protection teams across Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, Ok…

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From Texas to Montana, Georgia to Michigan: The Life of Custom Harvesters 1:09:56

2M ago1:09:56

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This special two-part Farm4Profit Podcast episode takes listeners into the high-paced, high-stakes world of custom harvesting—where crews and families crisscross the country to bring in America’s grain crops. First, we sit down with Paul Paplow, President of Paplow Harvesting & Trucking. What started in 1992 as a two-combine family operation has gr…

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USMNT v Japan Reaction Livestream 56:29

2M ago56:29

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Landon and Tim are live! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts went live to discuss the U.S. Men’s National Team 2-0 win over Japan in Columbus, OH. They talk roster and formation changes, the key takeaways from the September friendlies, and answer YOUR questions. They also share their updated World Cup Starting XI! New…

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Episode 206: How to Define ‘Value’ In The Seed Selection Process 13:10

2M ago13:10

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It is September, and many farmers, agronomists, and retailers are already focused on the 2026 season, and leading the charge of those agronomic decisions is seed. Mark Menke, seed products agronomist with Wilbur-Ellis, shares how with the tough economic situation in row crops, stubbing your toe with a seed selection can be even more painful. See om…

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Tom Bogert on Breaking Soccer News, and the USMNT Give Fans the Soccer Blues 1:16:41

2M ago1:16:41

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The U.S. Men’s National Team come up short in New Jersey! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts are talking the USMNT 0-2 loss to South Korea, Mauricio Pochettino’s decision making with less than a year to the FIFA World Cup, and who the locker room leaders will be. The guys are joined by soccer insider Tom Bogert to ta…

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Farming Podcast | Precision Corn Fertility Trials | XtremeAg 17:28

2M ago17:28

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In this episode of Cutting the Curve, XtremeAg farmers Kelly Garrett, Matt Miles, and Johnny Verell—alongside AgroLiquid’s Stephanie Zelinko and Aarron Stahl—discuss the Economic Fertility Challenge focused on growing high-yield corn with a constrained post-applied fertility budget of $60 per acre. Each farmer approached the challenge differently: …

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Peer Groups are Power Tools from an Army Ranger, Farmer, Business Owner 45:44

2M ago45:44

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In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Shay Foulk—a fifth-generation farmer, Army Ranger veteran, agronomist, consultant, and podcaster who wears many hats in agriculture. Shay grew up on a family farm in Northeast Iowa, studied agronomy at Iowa State University, and went on to serve five years in the U.S. Army’s 75th Ranger R…

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René van der Sluijs: Tech & Tell (mini series) 20:21

2M ago20:21

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We brought you '10 Questions with the Team' to introduce and re-introduce our Regional Extension Officers ... now it's time for 'Tech & Tell' with our CottonInfo Technical Leads. In this episode we get to know our Technical Lead for Fibre Quality - René van der Sluijs - a bit better, learning about his international upbringing, early career in text…

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Farming Through the Generations: HiTech Farmer Blends Tradition with Technology 42:17

2M ago42:17

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We’re joined by Matthias Kunerth—HiTech Farmer, a fifth-generation farmer from southwest Minnesota who is making waves online by blending his family’s farming legacy with cutting-edge agricultural technology. Matthias farms corn and soybeans alongside his family, works as a sales rep for Dekalb and John Deere, and runs a drone operation. His passio…

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Leagues Cup Turns Ugly, USMNT Friendlies Roster Surprises, and the EPL Transfer Window Brings Chaos 1:11:14

2M ago1:11:14

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Things turned nasty at the Leagues Cup final! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts discuss the WILD behavior from Inter Miami CF’s Segio Busquets and Luis Suárez, as well as tipping their hats to the Seattle Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer for leading his team to another trophy. Tim and Landon break down Mauricio P…

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Farming Podcast | Drying Wheat and Barley Efficiently in Wet Harvest Conditions 16:55

2M ago16:55

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In this episode of XtremeAg Cutting the Curve, Johnny Verell and Rodie Jelleberg of Superior Grain Equipment explain how to adapt grain drying systems for wheat, barley, and canola amid high humidity and persistent rain. Verell details how his western Tennessee operation dried two-thirds of their wheat crop to preserve test weight, prevent dockage,…