Purdue Crop Chat

Purdue University Extension & Hoosier Ag Today
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Purdue Crop Chat is a regular podcast provided by the Purdue University Extension Service and Hoosier Ag Today. Hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, a farm broadcaster from Hoosier Ag Today and featuring Purdue Extension Corn Specialist Dr. Dan Quinn and Extension Soybean Specialist Dr. Shaun Casteel.

  1. 12/16/2025

    Episode 87 - A Review of the 2025 Crop Season

    On the latest episode of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean” Shaun Casteel take a look back at the 2025 crop season. Dan says he disagrees with USDA’s assessment that says Indiana’s average corn yield hit a record of 206 bushels an acre this year. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    42 min

  2. 10/19/2025

    Episode 86: Reaching the 'Ninth Inning' of Harvest Season

    On the latest episode of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: To use a baseball metaphor, we’ve already reached the “ninth inning” when it comes to harvest. Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean” Shaun Casteel with Purdue Extension discuss yields for both crops. They also share their thoughts on preparations and adjustments to consider for 2026. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    46 min

  3. 10/06/2025

    Episode 85: Whole Lotta Harvest Goin' On!

    On the latest episode of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: Harvest is in full gear, and Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean” Shaun Casteel with Purdue Extension discuss the rapid rate of progress so far this harvest season—especially with soybeans. They also discuss the latest challenges facing those running combines throughout Indiana. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    46 min

  4. 09/23/2025

    Episode 84 - Challenges this Harvest Season

    On the latest episode of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean” Shaun Casteel with Purdue Extension discuss the challenges impacting producers as harvest is now underway. They also give their thoughts on whether growers should prioritize harvesting one crop ahead of the other. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    44 min

  5. 09/06/2025

    Episode 83- Disease Pressure & Soil Fertility

    On the latest episode of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean” Shaun Casteel talk disease pressures and yield estimates as we roll into harvest season. They’re joined by Megan Burns, who discusses the importance of managing your soil fertility despite the recent economic challenges. Megan also has a “hot take” on maple syrup! This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    53 min

  6. 08/18/2025

    Episode 82- Shocking USDA Yield Projections

    Dan and Shaun welcome Purdue ag economist Michael Langemeier, director of the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture to discuss the August USDA reports. The reports shocked the market and many analysts. Are we headed for a repeat of the 80s? And how can USDA project record statewide yields for both corn and soybeans when the crops look worse this year than in years past? This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    48 min

  7. 08/06/2025

    Episode 81: Tassel Wrap & Variable Crop Conditions

    The Purdue Crop Chat Podcast is on the road at the Indiana State Fair! Hoosier Ag Today’s Eric Pfeiffer visits with Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel inside the Normandy Barn as they discuss the variable crop conditions and disease pressures they’re finding throughout the state during the 2025 growing season. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

    44 min

  8. 07/15/2025

    Episode 80- Tar Spot, Red Crown Rot, & Other Diseases with Darcy

    Purdue Crop Chat is a regular podcast from Hoosier Ag Today and the Purdue University Extension Service, featuring Purdue Extension soybean specialist Dr. Shaun Casteel and Extension Corn Specialist Dr. Dan Quinn. On this episode, Dan and Shaun welcome Purdue’s Crop Pathologist Darcy Telenko to discuss disease pressure around the state, tar spot in particular. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at yourcheckoff.org. Visit The Crop Protection Network for tools discussed during this podcast.

    55 min
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Purdue Crop Chat is a regular podcast provided by the Purdue University Extension Service and Hoosier Ag Today. Hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, a farm broadcaster from Hoosier Ag Today and featuring Purdue Extension Corn Specialist Dr. Dan Quinn and Extension Soybean Specialist Dr. Shaun Casteel.

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  • Creator
    Purdue University Extension & Hoosier Ag Today
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Purdue University Extension & Hoosier Ag Today
  • Show Website
    Purdue Crop Chat

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