Agronomists Happy Hour Kyle Okke & Jason Hanson

The conversation this week covers a wide range of topics related to agronomy so buckle up! Topics include scouting, agronomist consulting, field agronomy, crop consulting, soil types, crop coverage, rainfall impact, pre-emergence application, nutrient deficiencies, and crop growth transitions. Discussion on the challenges and observations related to crop management, soil conditions, and the impact of weather on crop development.

More on NAGC testing for Kochia: https://genotypingcenter.com/product/kochia/ In this conversation, Kyle & Jason interview Joe Ikley and Zach Bateson about herbicide resistance testing in weeds. They discuss the work being done at the National Agricultural Genotyping Center (NAGC) in Fargo, North Dakota, and the importance of collaboration between different entities in the agricultural industry. They also talk about the process of testing for herbicide resistance, including target site mu...

Key Takeaways From Our Discussion With JoeMycorrhizal fungi play a crucial role in plant development and nutrient uptake, and inoculating crops with mycorrhizae can potentially enhance yield and nutrient efficiency.Trichoderma fungi have the ability to combat fusarium diseases and increase the heat in hot peppers, offering potential benefits in crop production.Measuring microbial populations in the soil is challenging, but tests like PLFA and B-Crop can provide insights into the presence and ...

In this episode, the Holy Pokers discuss the essentials for scouting crops, including clothing, tools, and snacks. They share their personal experiences and preferences for staying comfortable and protected while in the field.

The National Wheat Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports and strengthens the wheat industry in the U.S. They focus on research, education, and outreach, and their biggest program is the Wheat Yield Contest. The contest has different categories based on winter or spring wheat, dryland or irrigated, and there is also a new pilot category for digital yield measurement. The contest encourages farmers to improve their yields and learn from each other. It also highlights the importa...

Carrie Miranda, an assistant professor at NDSU specializing in soybean breeding and genetics, discusses her journey into agriculture and her work in soybean breeding. She explains the importance of soybean maturity and the challenges of breeding for North Dakota's unique environment. Carrie also highlights the need for new germplasm and the potential for improving soybean yields in the state. In this part of the conversation, Carrie Miranda discusses the influence of genetics and the environm...