The Crop Science Podcast Show

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Do you want to be in the top 1% of the crop industry?  Then learn how to improve crop industry with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global crop industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time.

  1. Dr. Jennifer Ifft: Farm Bill and Crop Insurance Explained | Ep. 117

    4D AGO

    Dr. Jennifer Ifft: Farm Bill and Crop Insurance Explained | Ep. 117

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, celebrating International Women’s Day, Dr. Jennifer Ifft from Kansas State University explains how U.S. farm policy shapes risk management and farm profitability. She clarifies the farm bill structure, farm safety net programs, and crop insurance fundamentals while highlighting recent policy updates affecting producers. Listen now on all major platforms! "The farm bill functions as a safety net for hungry people, farm families, and conservation programs that support United States agriculture." Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Ifft is a Professor and Flinchbaugh Agricultural Policy Chair in the Agricultural Economics Department at Kansas State University. Her work focuses on farm policy, crop insurance, finance, and risk management, connecting research with real-world decisions faced by U.S. producers. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:02) Introduction(03:45) Farm bill overview(06:47) Recent policy changes(09:32) Safety net programs(17:30) Insurance challenges(21:17) Climate risk impacts(29:52) Final three questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    37 min
  2. Dr. Lynn Sollenberger: Grassland Ecosystem Services Explained | Ep. 116

    MAR 3

    Dr. Lynn Sollenberger: Grassland Ecosystem Services Explained | Ep. 116

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Lynn Sollenberger from the University of Florida explains how grassland systems deliver critical ecosystem services while supporting sustainable livestock production. He discusses grass legume integration, soil protection, nutrient cycling, and resilience under grazing management. Dr. Sollenberger highlights how informed management can turn environmental challenges into opportunities for agriculture. Listen now on all major platforms! "Anything that we do to those grassland systems is going to have a large carryover effect on Earth and the human population." Meet the guest: Dr. Lynn Sollenberger is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Agronomy at the University of Florida, specializing in grassland ecology and plant-animal environment interactions. His work focuses on ecosystem services, sustainable forage systems, and the integration of legume-grass systems to improve agricultural resilience. With decades of research, teaching, and mentoring experience, Dr. Sollenberger has shaped the field of grassland science in the United States.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:03) Introduction(06:22) Ecosystem services(10:36) Soil protection(13:08) Animals role(17:14) Legume importance(22:03) System resilience(29:43) Final three questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    38 min
  3. Dr. Nicholas Shay: Georgia Grain Production | Ep. 115

    FEB 24

    Dr. Nicholas Shay: Georgia Grain Production | Ep. 115

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Nicholas Shay from the University of Georgia explores grain production and how integrated grain systems support productivity in challenging environments. He discusses corn, soybean, grain sorghum, and small grains management, along with crop rotation value, disease pressure, and infrastructure considerations. Dr. Shay shares practical strategies to improve efficiency using existing resources and support long-term sustainability. Listen now on all major platforms! "Disease pressure is by far one of the biggest challenges we face in southern grain production." Meet the guest: Dr. Nicholas Shay earned his PhD and MS in Crop and Soil Sciences from the University of Georgia and serves as an Assistant Professor and Extension Grains Agronomist based in Tifton, Georgia. His work focuses on corn, soybean, grain sorghum, and small grains systems, emphasizing integrated strategies, efficiency, and long-term sustainability in southern production systems.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:14) Introduction(06:59) Research and extension program(10:29) Rotation challenges(13:24) Rotation value(18:44) Planting windows(23:56) Grain sorghum insights(27:36) Final three questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    31 min
  4. Jeremy Kelley: Remanufacturing and Farm Sustainability | Ep. 114

    FEB 17

    Jeremy Kelley: Remanufacturing and Farm Sustainability | Ep. 114

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Jeremy Kelley, Director of Engineering at Springfield Remanufacturing Corp and board member of the Reman Industry Council, explains how remanufacturing supports sustainability in modern agriculture. He discusses lifecycle extension, cost efficiency, reduced material use, reduced emissions, and increased equipment uptime for farming operations. Gain practical insights for crop professionals focused on resilient, sustainable production systems. Listen now on all major platforms! “Remanufacturing takes components at the end of their life, breaks them down completely, and restores them to performance levels equivalent to newly manufactured products.” Meet the guest: Jeremy Kelley is the Director of Engineering at Springfield Remanufacturing Corp, where he leads product and process development focused on remanufacturing systems and sustainability. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Science and Technology and serves on the board of the Reman Industry Council.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:45) Introduction(02:28) Reman basics(05:23) Farm sustainability(07:12) Material efficiency(12:01) Common myths(15:00) Cost uptime(24:03) Final Questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: CNH Reman - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    29 min
  5. Dr. Nicola Cannon: Sustainable Crop Systems | Ep. 113

    FEB 10

    Dr. Nicola Cannon: Sustainable Crop Systems | Ep. 113

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Nicola Cannon from the Royal Agricultural University discusses low-input and organic cropping systems for modern agriculture. The conversation focuses on nutrient cycling, nitrogen management, regenerative practices, and the integration of livestock into arable systems. Dr. Cannon also shares insights on cover crops, bio-based fertilizers, and mixed cropping under climate pressure. Listen now on all major platforms. "As the challenges from climate change and the impacts of agricultural production systems on soil health become clearer, there has been a need look for options that are less impactful on farms." Meet the guest: Dr. Nicola Cannon is Professor of Agriculture at the Royal Agricultural University, with expertise in low-input and organic farming systems. Her work focuses on crop establishment, legumes, cereals, and nutrient cycling in sustainable agronomy. With extensive experience in research, education, and international consultancy, her work supports resilient crop systems.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:48) Introduction(04:22) Nitrogen challenges(06:53) Bio fertilizers(11:43) Regenerative farming(19:38) Mixed cropping(25:48) Grazing insights(30:43) Final three questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    34 min
  6. Dr. Scott Irwin: Corn Price Drivers | Ep. 112

    FEB 3

    Dr. Scott Irwin: Corn Price Drivers | Ep. 112

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, part of our special series on corn, Dr. Scott Irwin from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign shares deep insights into how grain markets truly work. He explains how policy uncertainty, biofuels, and global trade shape corn and soybean prices. The conversation explores market efficiency, forecasting accuracy, and why timing grain sales is so challenging. Dr. Irwin also reflects on decades of market evolution and decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms. "If you want to try to understand what’s driving corn and soybean markets over the last 15 years, the first place you need to start is biofuel policy." Meet the guest: Dr. Scott Irwin is the Laurence J. Norton Chair of Agricultural Marketing at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a global leader in agricultural economics. His work focuses on commodity markets, biofuels policy, and grain price behavior. Dr. Irwin is also the creator of the farmdoc project, supporting farm-level decision-making across the United States.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:02) Introduction(04:36) Market uncertainty(06:32) Sales strategies(07:49) Market evolution(13:02) Information quality(21:53) Market lessons(30:59) Final three questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    38 min
  7. Dr. Christopher Graham: Soil Health And Nitrogen Rates | Ep. 111

    JAN 27

    Dr. Christopher Graham: Soil Health And Nitrogen Rates | Ep. 111

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Christopher Graham from South Dakota State University shares how soil health influences nitrogen management in crop systems. The conversation explores soil health definitions, practical indicators, and how biological processes affect fertilizer responsiveness. Dr. Graham explains why some soils respond differently to nitrogen and how producers can use soil data to guide decisions. Listen now on all major platforms. "Soil health is the ability to maintain long term productivity, but also to reduce external inputs, especially nitrogen fertilizer." Meet the guest: Dr. Christopher Graham is a Professor and Extension Specialist Agronomist at South Dakota State University and Manager of the SDSU West River Research Farm. His work focuses on soil health, nitrogen cycling, and the role of soil biological processes in crop production systems. Dr. Graham’s research emphasizes practical tools for improving nitrogen efficiency in semi arid environments.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:56) Introduction(03:41) Projects in soil health(07:26) Soil indicators(12:00) Nitrogen rates(16:26) Nutrients insights(23:46) Microorganism response(34:25) Final three questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    41 min
  8. Dr. Emerson Nafziger: Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates for Corn | Ep. 110

    JAN 20

    Dr. Emerson Nafziger: Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates for Corn | Ep. 110

    In this special rerun episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, we revisit a focused discussion with Dr. Emerson Nafziger, professor emeritus of crop sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, on improving how nitrogen fertilizer rates are set for rainfed corn. The conversation addresses why defining optimal nitrogen rates remains difficult, the limits of crop, soil, and weather modeling, and the real potential of variable rate nitrogen to improve nitrogen use efficiency and profitability. The episode also examines whether improved weather forecasts can meaningfully support nitrogen management decisions. Revisit this episode and listen now on all major platforms. "The nitrogen that comes from soil mineralization is the first nitrogen the plant sees, and its role is underestimated." Meet the guest: Dr. Emerson Nafziger is Professor Emeritus of Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with degrees in agronomy from Ohio State, Purdue, and Illinois. His research has focused on nitrogen rate strategies and crop productivity. He co-developed the Maximum Return to Nitrogen (MRTN) model, which is widely used across the Midwest. His research spans N response trials, hybrid interactions, crop rotation effects, and yield stability. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:55) Introduction(02:05) Dr. Nafziger's background(07:10) Soil nitrogen variability(10:25) Nitrogen rate strategies(13:03) Root development factors(25:55) MRTN historical changes(31:07) Closing thoughts The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - KWS 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    32 min
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