In a perfect world, cattle could get all their nutrients from the plant...but in most situations, those nutrients are missing in our forages. Tune in to this episode of The Dirt with Dr. Daniel Rivera, Director and Associate Professor at the Southwest Research & Extension Center, as he answers the question: "How should a grower go about selecting a good mineral?" To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Oct 31, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 35
What’s left in your field? Nutrien Senior Agronomist Lyle Cowell talks about the value of knowing what nutrients are in the field post-harvest and what will be there when spring seeding begins. References: https://prairienutrientcalculator.info/ To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com.
Oct 24, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Tools like Liebig's Law of the Minimum help growers manage inputs and yield potential, but what's the difference between the barrel and stave theory or the dam theory? Which one is better? Dr. Alan Blaylock explains. Dig further into Liebig's Law of the Minimum at https://nutrien-ekonomics.com/news/liebigs-law-of-the-minimum . To discover the latest crop nutrition research, and other valuable tools visit nutrien-eKonomics.com...
Oct 17, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Growing edible soybeans for export markets requires non-GMO varieties, weed management, the right equipment and crop protection products, and getting a specific taste and protein profile for the end user. Join Mike and Bob Sinner to discuss the ins and outs of edible bean production. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Oct 10, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Growing crops in North Dakota: soil salinity, tilling practices, nitrogen handling and the weather all create challenges for growers. Dive into what those challenges look like with Mike and Professor and Extension Soil Specialist at North Dakota State University, Dr. David Franzen. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Oct 03, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Executives from Ellingson Companies dig into the importance of drain tiles to maximize the economic benefit of your crops. From bigger bushels to optimal soil conditions, Derek Ellingson, Levi Otis and Jason Gillard cover the basics of drain tiles. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com. References: Agriculture Drainage 101 By Prinsco: https://www.prinsco.com/prinsco-markets/agriculture/education/ Iowa State University: https://agwatermgmt.ae.iastate.edu/ Elli...
Sep 26, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 30
A deep dive on current issues globally affecting fertilizer prices, market access and commodity prices. Includes drought impacts and trade issues. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Sep 19, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions looks at how some dry regions are hoping for some moisture from the extensive hurricane activity this year. The Southern USA is experiencing the driest year since they started collecting data in 1892, and El Nino predicts a moisture filled winter. Join Eric and Mike as they discuss these predictions, and much more. Sign up for Eric’s daily weather updates: https://info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather Current weather maps: https://ag-wx.com/ To discover the ...
Sep 12, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture Expert, Bill Maily, joins us to discuss the various management and nutrition considerations when starting a wildlife food plot. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Sep 05, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 27
"Farmer Dan" joins Mike Howell from the Farm Progress Show this week to share what it's like to farm in the Texas Panhandle, being a social media star, an in-depth look at growing milo and why a strong nutrient management plan is so important. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Aug 29, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 26
DeDe Jones and Jourdan Bell from Texas A&M AgriLife share the financial benefits of deep soil testing and why farmers should consider implementing it on their operations. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Aug 22, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Dr. Alan Blaylock, Senior Agronomist with Nutrien shares the 5 key concepts he feels are critical for healthy soil. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Aug 15, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Amy Crozier, Nutrien, and winning growers Ken, Brad, and Dan Krwyko talk about the Seedmaster 160 Acres of Gold contest and the partnership and technology that are involved. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Aug 08, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Mark Sutherland shares his passion for chuckwagon racing, the importance of protein in a diet for thoroughbred horses, and retirement after 30 years of competing. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Aug 01, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Lyle Cowell checks in from the Calgary Stampede - a summer chat about crazy midway food and rodeo events, coupled with a Canadian crop report. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jul 25, 2023•38 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Founded over 120 years ago as an extension tool for farming communities, the 4-H program continues to provide youth with a vast amount of opportunity. Dive into the history of 4-H with host Mike Howell and our distinguished guests. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jul 18, 2023•25 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Bushel provides an app that simplifies grain marketing decisions as well as farm management planning. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jul 11, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Crop production isn’t the only thing in agriculture impacted by the current drought conditions. Learn how low water levels on the Mississippi River may affect fertilizer logistics and the economy moving forward. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jul 04, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Drought conditions are shifting this year but large portions of the seeded acres are still under drought stress. What does this mean for growers and what are ways to manage this challenge this year and in the long term. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jun 27, 2023•24 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Hear Andrew Jason, Grand Farm’s Ecosystem Director, discuss the importance innovation plays in agriculture and some of the exciting work happening at Grand Farm. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jun 20, 2023•18 min•Season 2Ep. 16
With sulfur deficiencies on the rise, Dr. Karl Wyant, Nutrien’s Director of Agronomy, highlights the need for fertilizer supplementation. Learn what to look for and the different sulfur fertilizer options available. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jun 13, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Learn why chloride is so critical to most plants and crops, how it works and how to manage it. To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Jun 06, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Dr. Darrin Dodds shares his years of experience managing ag data and statistics. He talks about side-by-side and small plot trials – which provides better statistics? Know the right questions to ask and how to make more informed decisions with data. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
May 30, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Mark Tully, Manager of Global Market Research at Nutrien, reviews global supply and pricing for fertilizer, commodity pricing and global market changes this spring. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
May 23, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Part 2: The Sulphur World Symposium is the perfect place for Mike Howell to meet with the leading researchers and scientists and discuss what growers need to know about a growing sulfur deficiency around the world. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
May 16, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 11
The Sulphur World Symposium is the perfect place for Mike Howell to meet with the leading researchers and scientists and discuss what growers need to know about a growing sulfur deficiency around the world. Hear from: - Ron Olson, Senior Agronomist, The Sulphur Institute (TSI) - Dr. Shamie Zingore, Director of Research and Development for the African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) - Rob Mikkelsen, Director, Agronomic Services, YARA To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-e...
May 09, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Trent Roberts from the University of Arkansas shares his experience growing rice in the mid-south. The unique crop needs special attention to water and nutrient management. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
May 02, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Farm safety is important for all ages, but in agriculture, with so many children actively participating, it is even more important. Brian Kuhl, president of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation talks about the ways farming can be made safer for children. Topics include deciding when kids are ready to be actively involved, safe play spaces on a farm, proper ATV and UTV usage, road safety, and who to call to help assess risks and improvements on-farm. To discover the latest crop nutrition resear...
Apr 25, 2023•32 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Many farmers in southern Georgia rotate their cotton crop with peanuts. Dr. Glen Harris from the University of Georgia joins Mike Howell to discuss how good fertilization leads to good crop yields. They take a look at improving cotton and peanut nutrients through fertilization of essential elements such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and sulfur. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Apr 18, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Dr. Trent Irby discusses the changes in soybean production including more intensive management, changes in planting dates and fertilizer use. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com
Apr 11, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 6
