FBN Podcast

FBN
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FBN Podcast

A podcast for farmers about how you can gain more choice, freedom and transparency in your farming business. Join your FBN hosts, along with unbiased experts and independent FBN farmers across the U.S. and Canada. We’re bringing you interviews and stories based on data-backed network trends and insights to help you level the playing field and keep your farm profitable. When farmers unite, farmers win.

  1. FBN Podcast Signing Off (for now). 23. New Format Ahead for Agronomy Team

    11/26/2019

    FBN Podcast Signing Off (for now). 23. New Format Ahead for Agronomy Team

    The FBN Podcast enters a hiatus for now in order to deliver content in new formats through other social channels. Dr. Darin Lickfeldt explains the move in response to farmer feedback and highlights other ways to get advice from the FBN Agronomy team.   Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    3 min
  2. Waterhemp and Palmer Amaranth Control 22. Herbicide resistance in pigweed

    11/08/2019

    Waterhemp and Palmer Amaranth Control 22. Herbicide resistance in pigweed

    Waterhemp and palmer amaranth are common threats to crop health throughout the corn belt. FBN agronomists Dr. Darin Lickfeldt and Dr. Wade Givens discuss common herbicide applications to fight pigweed and known resistance to certain modes of action.     Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    27 min
  3. Scouting and Spraying for Winter Annuals. 21. Protect your winter wheat from weeds

    11/04/2019

    Scouting and Spraying for Winter Annuals. 21. Protect your winter wheat from weeds

    Address weed pressures this fall to promote a healthy growing season for your winter wheat crop. FBN agronomists Dr. Darin Lickfeldt and Holly Thrasher look at herbicide applications and other steps to take to control winter annuals.   Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    16 min
  4. Managing Fungal Pathogens in Your Fields. 20. Lower crop disease risk this winter

    10/21/2019

    Managing Fungal Pathogens in Your Fields. 20. Lower crop disease risk this winter

    Pathogens can overwinter in your fields and pose a threat to your next season’s crop. FBN agronomists Dr. Darin Lickfeldt and LeRoy Toohey explore several steps you can take to manage fungal pressure and reduce your risk of crop disease in the offseason.   Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    17 min
  5. Using a Harvest Aid on Your Soybeans. 19. Agronomy Update - October 8, 2019

    10/07/2019

    Using a Harvest Aid on Your Soybeans. 19. Agronomy Update - October 8, 2019

    Using a desiccant can aid drydown in soybean plants and protect your overall yield by helping you get into your fields to combine sooner. In this week's episode, Darin and Wade outline common desiccant applications and some things for you to consider when using a harvest aid on your crops. Listen to their discussion for more information on: What a desiccant can do for your soybeans -- and what it won't do The differences between paraquat, saflufenacil and sodium chlorate What signs you should look for before applying a harvest aid How an application's preharvest interval factors into your schedule of harvest activities   Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    18 min
  6. Chemical Programs For Conventional Corn & Soybeans. 18. Agronomy Update - September 23, 2019

    09/23/2019

    Chemical Programs For Conventional Corn & Soybeans. 18. Agronomy Update - September 23, 2019

    Farm economics are tight, and you need ways to cut your seed costs without compromising on quality. This is why many farmers are choosing to growing conventional this season.  In this week's episode, Darin and Doyle walk us through chemical programs for conventional corn and soybeans in order to help minimize any challenges farmers may face. Tune in to learn more about: Conventional vs. traited seed cost savings and ROI Weed control and what factors to consider when choosing a residual and post-emergence programs Options available for below and above ground insect control Are there really any differences between conventional vs. traited when it comes to disease control? www.f2fgenetics.com Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    16 min
  7. Evaluating This Year's Corn Crop Prior to Harvest 17. Agronomy Update - September 6, 2019

    09/06/2019

    Evaluating This Year's Corn Crop Prior to Harvest 17. Agronomy Update - September 6, 2019

    Let's talk about harvest preparations. Have you started evaluating your end-of-season crop? In this episode, Dr. Darin Lickfeldt and Holly Thrasher highlight a few considerations to keep in mind when assessing your final crop such as:  Overall plant health and how it affects your harvest prioritization Evaluating ears what you should look out for How to inspect for late season nitrogen deficiencies Did you make the right chemical choices? How can you adjust your chemical program for next year?    Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. www.FBN.com

    21 min
  8. Double Cropping Best Practices. 16. Agronomy Update - August 23, 2019

    08/23/2019

    Double Cropping Best Practices. 16. Agronomy Update - August 23, 2019

    With soybeans in the high $8s, and wheat in the high $4s price range, is there a way to spread some of your risk? How about a way to not be tied to a single commodity crop with all the unknowns that tariffs might bring? LeRoy & Darin cover double cropping systems (with a focus on winter wheat and soybeans) in this episode. double cropping can control soil erosion and keep nitrates from leaching out double cropping can helps spread out your fixed costs across 2 crops double cropping can increase return on investment double cropping can increase overall production for food and feed stock LeRoy talks about the two primary systems of double cropping and provides best practices to help you steer clear of some common hurdles. If you happen to be in a more arid region, he will discuss a few different crops that you might turn to for your double cropping plan.  Listen to this episode to learn how to get the most out of your double cropping system! Always remember to read and follow label use instructions. It is the listener's responsibility to confirm prior to purchase and use that a product is labeled for your specific purposes, including, but not limited to, your target crop or pest, and its compatibility with other products in a tank mix. Farmers Business Network, FBN and Farmers First are registered trademarks of Farmer’s Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. www.FBN.com

    19 min
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Ratings & Reviews

4.7
out of 5
15 Ratings

About

A podcast for farmers about how you can gain more choice, freedom and transparency in your farming business. Join your FBN hosts, along with unbiased experts and independent FBN farmers across the U.S. and Canada. We’re bringing you interviews and stories based on data-backed network trends and insights to help you level the playing field and keep your farm profitable. When farmers unite, farmers win.

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  • Creator
    FBN
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2014 - 2019 Farmer's Business Network, Inc. All rights Reserved. "Farmers Business Network," "FBN," and "Farmers First" are registered service marks of Farmer's Business Network, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective
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