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. 1d ago

    Dr. Dean Riechers: Herbicide Resistance and Weed Control | Ep. 140

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Dean Riechers, Professor of Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, discusses herbicide resistance, weed biology, and chemical weed control challenges. He explains why new modes of action are challenging to develop, how safeners protect crops, and where robotics, electrocution, and genetics may support future weed management. Listen now on all major platforms! "Resistance continues increasing across major weed species, reducing herbicide effectiveness and creating greater challenges for maintaining reliable weed control in modern crop production systems." Meet the guest: Dr. Dean Riechers is Professor of Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on plant responses to herbicide stress, crop injury prevention, herbicide safeners, and mechanisms of evolved weed resistance through rapid detoxification. Learn more from Dr. Dean Riechers on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:44) Introduction(06:57) Weed resistance(09:49) Resistance pressure(14:52) Cross resistance(18:44) New herbicides(24:04) Robotic control(33:14) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio - ZentrixOS - Zentrix Insights - WiseVAs - Elevate - The Owner's Box 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show YouTube: The Crop Science Podcast Show Facebook: The Crop Science Podcast Show TikTok: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    Dr. Dean Riechers: Herbicide Resistance and Weed Control | Ep. 140

  2. Aug 11

    Matt Griggs: The Future Of Regenerative Agriculture | Ep. 139

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Matt Griggs of Griggs Farms LLC shares his journey into regenerative agriculture. He discusses the practical challenges of planting into heavy cover crops, the planter modifications that made it possible, and his approach to building long-term soil health. Matt explains how these practices can lower risk and improve sustainability on a fifth-generation farm. Listen now on all major platforms! "Solving cover crop planting challenges requires decisive equipment changes that protect seed placement and keep the operation moving." Meet the guest: Matt Griggs is the owner and operator of Griggs Farms LLC. He raises 2,100 acres of cotton, corn, soybeans, wheat, and canola, and has practiced soil health and regenerative agriculture for 12 years. His farm has earned local and national recognition for conservation-based production. Hear more from Matt Griggs on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:46) Introduction(06:26) Crop rotation(09:06) Sustainability shift(11:11) Cover crop lessons(15:56) Planter modifications(20:36) Urban sprawl(30:21) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio - Elevate - The Owner's Box - ZentrixOS - Zentrix Insights - WiseVAs 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show YouTube: The Crop Science Podcast Show Facebook: The Crop Science Podcast Show TikTok: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    Matt Griggs: The Future Of Regenerative Agriculture | Ep. 139

  3. Aug 4

    Dr. Louis Longchamps: Farmer-Led On-Farm Experimentation | Ep. 138

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Louis Longchamps from Cornell University explains how farmer-led on-farm experimentation can support better local decisions. He discusses digital agronomy, observational research, causal pathways, field-level data, and why practical tools must fit real farm operations. Listen now on all major platforms! "Farmer-led on-farm experimentation enhanced by digital agronomy can empower farmers and create value with data at the farm level." Meet the guest: Dr. Louis Longchamps is an Assistant Professor of Digital Agronomy at Cornell University. His work focuses on farm data management, farmer-centric on-farm experimentation, precision agriculture, and tools that support better input decisions. He earned his PhD from Laval University. Listen to The Crop Science Podcast Show with Dr. Louis Longchamps on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:51) Introduction(04:41) Current projects(06:48) Farmer-led experiments(13:31) Research design(26:06) Local knowledge(32:51) Digital agronomy(35:41) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio - Elevate - The Owner's Box - ZentrixOS - Zentrix Insights - WiseVAs 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show YouTube: The Crop Science Podcast Show Facebook: The Crop Science Podcast Show TikTok: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    Dr. Louis Longchamps: Farmer-Led On-Farm Experimentation | Ep. 138

  4. Jul 28

    Dr. Matt Ruark: Cover Crops and Soil Fertility | Ep. 137

    In this Corn Special Series episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Matt Ruark, Professor and Extension Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management Specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explains how cover crops interact with manure nitrogen in corn systems. He discusses Wisconsin dairy rotations, cereal rye biomass, manure nitrogen credits, nutrient cycling, soil health tests, and why long-term field data matters for practical recommendations. Listen now on all major platforms! "Cover crop nitrogen can stay in the soil system, but it is not released quickly enough for that season’s corn crop." Meet the guest: Dr. Matt Ruark is Professor and Extension Specialist in Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management in the Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His nutrient and agroecosystems laboratory focuses on nitrogen, phosphorus, and carbon cycling in dairy, grain, and potato cropping systems. This includes fertilizer, manure, and cover crop management, as well as soil health management. Learn from Dr. Ruark on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:44) Introduction(02:29) Wisconsin systems(05:33) Cover crop biomass(10:34) Nitrogen management(17:46) Nitrogen cycling(22:44) Soil health tests(29:28) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio - WiseVAs - Elevate - The Owner's Box - ZentrixOS - Zentrix Insights 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show YouTube: The Crop Science Podcast Show Facebook: The Crop Science Podcast Show TikTok: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    Dr. Matt Ruark: Cover Crops and Soil Fertility | Ep. 137

  5. Jul 21

    Dr. David Braun: Carbohydrate Partitioning in Maize and Sorghum | Ep. 136

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. David Braun from the University of Missouri explains how plants transport and allocate sugars to support growth, root development, and yield. He discusses carbohydrate partitioning in corn and sorghum, genetic discoveries, breeding opportunities, and future research directions that could improve crop productivity. Listen now on all major platforms! "Carbohydrate partitioning serves as one of the central biological processes supporting food production, biomass accumulation, and many agricultural products derived from crops." Meet the guest: Dr. David Braun is a Professor of Plant Science and Technology and Biological Sciences at the University of Missouri and Director of the Interdisciplinary Plant Group. His research focuses on genetic and molecular control of carbon partitioning in maize and sorghum, including how sugars move from leaves to developing tissues. Learn more from Dr. David Braun on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:34) Introduction(09:21) Carbohydrate partitioning(12:05) Sugar transport genetics(15:56) Root growth impacts(19:47) Corn and sorghum(22:56) Soybean opportunities(25:24) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio - ZentrixOS - Zentrix Insights - WiseVAs - Elevate - The Owner's Box 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show YouTube: The Crop Science Podcast Show Facebook: The Crop Science Podcast Show TikTok: The Crop Science Podcast Show

    Dr. David Braun: Carbohydrate Partitioning in Maize and Sorghum | Ep. 136

  6. Jul 14

    Gary Halvorson: Ag Economy & Career Opportunities | Ep. 135

    In this special rerun episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Gary Halvorson, Executive Vice President at CHS Inc., discusses career growth in agronomy, farmer-first leadership, and the skills young professionals need to succeed. He also explains how AI, precision technology, global markets, and ag-economy cycles are reshaping careers in crop science. Listen now on all major platforms! "Agronomy leadership starts with solving farmers' needs before applying crop science." Meet the guest: Gary Halvorson earned his BBA from Concordia University-St. Paul and completed executive leadership programs at Harvard and the University of Minnesota. With over 30 years in the crop industry, he currently serves as EVP at CHS Inc., where he leads enterprise customer development. His expertise spans agronomy, crop inputs, and sales strategy. Listen to Gary Halvorson on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:54) Introduction(04:01) Career growth paths(07:44) Skills new grads need(09:44) Tech in agronomy(11:28) AI's role today(21:51) Global market shifts(23:54) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio - Elevate - The Owner's Box - WiseVAs - ZentrixOS - Zentrix Insights 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

    Gary Halvorson: Ag Economy & Career Opportunities | Ep. 135

  7. Jul 7

    Terry Hansen: How Soil Carbon Projects Really Work | Ep. 134

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Terry Hansen, VP of Sales, North America at Loam Bio, explains how measured soil carbon programs can help farmers generate and own carbon credits while strengthening long-term soil performance. He discusses soil carbon across production systems, outcome-based carbon programs, carbon credit ownership, project timelines, and how soil carbon can support input efficiency, soil resilience, and farm profitability. Learn how carbon markets fit in crop operations. Listen now on all major platforms! "Carbon credits can become another farm asset when measured soil carbon programs bring buyers, pricing transparency, and market opportunities together." Meet the guest: Terry Hansen is VP of Sales, North America at Loam Bio and holds a degree in agronomy from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. His career spans agronomy retail, seed, crop protection, fertilizer, biologicals, and carbon programs. Terry focuses on helping growers integrate carbon solutions into crop production systems. Learn from Terry Hansen on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! Dr. Robbie Oppenheimer: The Science Behind Stable Soil Carbon | Ep. 127 What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:02) Introduction(03:20) Carbon programs(09:52) Carbon credit ownership(16:51) Measurement versus modeling(18:47) Soil carbon building(26:58) Farmer adoption strategies(37:58) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Loam Bio 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

    Terry Hansen: How Soil Carbon Projects Really Work | Ep. 134

  8. Jun 30

    Tim Nuss: Inside California Specialty Crop Farming | Ep. 133

    In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Tim Nuss, CFO of Nuss Farms and co-founder of The Modern Acre and AgList, shares how a California specialty crop operation manages diversification, biological product adoption, smart spraying, irrigation infrastructure, and energy flexibility. He discusses grower trust, demand response programs, and how new ag tools move from idea to field use. Listen now on all major platforms! "Diversification across multiple specialty crops helps reduce operational risk while creating flexibility to navigate changing markets, pricing pressure, and production challenges." Meet the guest: Tim Nuss is Chief Financial Officer at Nuss Farms, a fifth-generation specialty crop farm in California. He is also co-founder of The Modern Acre and AgList, where his work connects farming, ag technology, biological product discovery, and grower-focused business models. Learn more from Tim Nuss on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:06) Introduction(01:53) Farm diversification(07:46) Biological product adoption(08:21) Biostimulants(12:30) Building grower trust(15:57) Precision irrigation systems(27:32) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Loam Bio 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

    Tim Nuss: Inside California Specialty Crop Farming | Ep. 133
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