Corn Belt Conversations @CornBeltCozi
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- Tecnologia
Timely and relevant agronomic information for the Midwest.
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2024 Delayed Planting & Replant Considerations
Dr. Emerson Nafziger, retired professor at the University of Illinois, joins me to talk about delayed planting and replant considerations as we move into June during the wet 2024 planting season.
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Carbon Markets
Jean Brokish, Deputy Director for the Midwest Region with American Farmland Trust, joins me to talk about the ins and outs of carbon markets - what they are, how they work, and things to consider before signing up. For more information check out:
https://farmlandinfo.org/publications/top-10-things-ag-carbon-markets/
https://ilsustainableag.org/programs/ecomarkets/
https://www.mda.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/inline-files/Carbon%20Market%20Guide_FINAL%2012.23.22.pdf -
Essential Oils In-Furrow
Brett Leahr, Sales Agronomist with AgriGold, joins us to talk about his work and interest in using essential oils in the furrow as a method of disease control.
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Spring Planting Preparation
Doug Houser, Digital Agriculture Extension Specialist at Iowa State University, joins us to share his insight on planter preparation and settings to help ensure the seed gets off to a great start for the season!
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2024 Insect Outlook
Kelly Estes, IL State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator, joins us to talk about the effects of this winter on crop pest mortality, the 2024 insect monitoring program, and invasive species that are of concern in the Midwest.
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Corn Tissue Sampling
John Brien, Agronomy Division Manager with AgReliant Genetics, joins us to talk about the corn tissue sampling project that he has been spearheading for several years. John provides his insight into the project and what they have learned about fertility management and getting to the next step with regard to corn yield.