A Better Way To Farm Podcast Rod Livesay

Join us as we sit down with Jerry, a Missouri farmer and 25 time yield contest winner, who shares his extensive knowledge on optimizing farm inputs for maximum profit. Jerry recounts his journey in the National Corn Growers Contest and shares how foliar feeding became a cornerstone of Jerry's farming practices in the last 20 years. Jerry provides detailed insights on the exact steps he takes to foliar feed the crop. This episode will provide actionable strategies to improve farm productivity and profitability so don’t miss this opportunity to gain knowledge from one of the industry's best and learn how to take your farming practices to the next level.

Are your crops getting all they need to reach max potential? Today we’re covering how to achieve the perfect balance of nutrient application that propels your yields to the next level. Today we cover the ins and outs of foliar feeding. You’ll Gain invaluable insights into the science of leaf nutrient uptake, and why precision in foliar feeding is key to unlocking the full potential of your crops. So listen in for an episode packed with science, strategy, and savvy insights that could revolutionize your approach to farming and profitability.

Listen in as we uncover the essentials of tissue testing for nutrient management in crops such as corn and soybeans. We'll take you through the importance of early and accurate detection of nutrient deficiencies through tissue testing, a key step for successful foliar feeding. By following strategic testing throughout various growth phases, we can pave the way for informed decisions in both current and future cultivation practices. Tune in to this episode to learn how combining tissue and soil testing helps to create the most precise nutrient management strategy that boosts your farm's productivity and profitability.

Unlock the potential of your crops and raise your yields at harvests with our deep-dive into micronutrients. They have colossal impact on crop health and yield. This episode is a masterclass in precision agriculture—tailoring application methods, understanding the importance of soil testing, and choosing the right micronutrient products. We share invaluable insights into foliar feeding strategies and the art of selecting micronutrient products based on specific crop needs.

Could the future of farming be a spoonful of sugar? This episode stirs up the conversation on a groundbreaking farm practice that's giving farmers a new lease on their soil's productivity. We're unpacking research that reveals how sugar can revolutionize plant growth, soil health, and yield potential. It's time to embrace change and sprinkle some experimental spirit over your farm by applying sugar. Join us for this thought- provoking episode with a touch of sweetness this growing season.

Today Rod discusses strategic fertilizer management and the role it plays in farm profitability. He shares research that reveals what the most profitable farms are spending on fertilizer. Rod uncovers a startling truth: top-performing farms are spending significantly less on fertilizer! Join us as we unpack the common blunders of overapplying nitrogen and discuss the nuanced relationship between nitrogen rates and crop yield. Tune in for these insights on cost-effective crop management and more, as we aim to help your farm achieve sustainable profitability.