Dr. Chad Lee: No-Till Corn Following Cover Crops | Ep. 100
In this special 100th episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Chad Lee from the University of Kentucky explores the future of crop production. He discusses how agronomy brings together weed science, nutrient management, and cropping systems to support resilient farming. From managing cover crops to improving nitrogen efficiency and advancing no-till corn after cover crops, he explains how Kentucky farmers are adapting to new production challenges. Listen now on all major platforms!"You're constantly learning whether you're learning how to be a faculty member or learning how to manage students and budgets."Meet the guest: Dr. Chad Lee is an Extension Professor of Grain Crops and Director of the Grain and Forage Center of Excellence at the University of Kentucky. With a PhD in Agronomy and Crop Science from Michigan State University, his work spans corn, soybeans, and wheat, focusing on nutrient management, cover crops, and yield stability. His extension leadership bridges research and farm application. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:58) Introduction(05:51) Weed science background(10:04) Becoming an agronomist(11:30) Research and extension focus(15:47) Revisiting agronomic basics(16:47) Cover crop management(28:35) Final three questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Crop Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Crop Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show
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Dr. Terry Griffin: Space Weather in Corn Production | Ep. 99
In this special series on corn production from The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Terry Griffin from Kansas State University explains how solar storms can throw GPS off right when farmers need it most, and what it means for planting and harvest. He shares what happened during the May 2024 outage, including the yield and financial losses for corn and peanut growers, as well as the tough decisions farmers had to make in the field. Learn how to manage GPS disruptions and be prepared for possible future interruptions. Listen now on all major platforms!"Conservative estimates suggest half a billion dollars in lost corn production due to GPS outages during peak planting."Meet the guest: Dr. Terry Griffin is Professor of Agricultural Economics at Kansas State University. He earned his B.S. in Agronomy and M.S. in Agricultural Economics from the University of Arkansas and a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University. His research spans geospatial analysis and big data applications for farm decision-making. Recognized internationally for his contributions to precision agriculture, Dr. Griffin provides unique insights into the vulnerabilities and opportunities of digital farming.Click here to learn more!Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:16) Introduction(09:09) Space weather explained(15:16) May 2024 solar storm(19:06) Solar cycle insights(28:06) Ag consequences(38:49) Preparing for GPS outages(46:41) Final three questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Crop Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Crop Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show
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Dr. Logan Simon: Cotton Cropping in Kansas | Ep. 98
In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Logan Simon, Assistant Professor and Southwest Area Agronomist at Kansas State University, discusses the growing role of cotton in Kansas' cropping systems. He explains how thermally limited cotton production is becoming more viable in Kansas, how cotton fits into both dryland and irrigated farming practices, its benefits in crop rotation, and strategies for overcoming harvest and production challenges. Listen now on all major platforms!"Cotton for Kansas gives us a phenomenal opportunity to diversify our rotations away from feed grains."Meet the guest: Dr. Logan Simon is an Assistant Professor and Southwest Area Agronomist at Kansas State University. He holds a Master's and a Ph.D. in Agronomy from Kansas State University. His applied research focuses on dryland and limit-irrigated cropping systems to increase regional productivity, water use efficiency, economic vitality, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Simon’s work emphasizes cotton agronomy, soil fertility, and integrated pest management in southwestern Kansas. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:58) Introduction(01:24) Dr. Simon's background(06:09) Cotton in Kansas(09:39) Benefits of cotton(12:44) Cotton as a rotational crop(21:38) Temperature & growing degree days(32:23) Final three questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Crop Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Crop Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show
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Dr. Bhupinder Jatana: Management Practices in Vegetable Crops | Ep. 97
In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Bhupinder Jatana from Clemson University shares practical strategies to improve soil health, nutrient efficiency, and irrigation practices in vegetable cropping systems. He discusses key challenges in balancing input use with sustainability goals, offering insights on fertilizer compatibility, water management, and system resilience. Listen now on all major platforms!"Vegetable systems involve more intensive management—plastic mulch, drip irrigation, and manual labor compared to row crops."Meet the guest: Dr. Bhupinder Singh Jatana earned his Ph.D. in Plant and Environmental Sciences from Clemson University, following a Master's in Agronomy from Punjab Agricultural University and a Bachelor's in Agriculture from Punjabi University. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor-Horticulture at Clemson’s Edisto Research and Education Center.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:15) Introduction(02:18) Guest background and journey(06:49) Regional crop overview(10:02) Grafting in vegetables(13:23) Management practices(18:22) Soil health focus(26:02) Final three questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Crop Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Crop Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show
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Dr. Kenneth Hellevang: Smarter Corn Storage | Ep. 96
In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, we launch our special corn production series. One new episode will come out each month, tackling the real decisions corn growers deal with and sharing practical takeaways you can use on your own farm.We kick things off with a topic that hits grain quality and farm margins head-on: grain storage. Dr. Kenneth Hellevang, Emeritus Professor and retired Extension Engineer from North Dakota State University, breaks down what matters most, from bin size and aeration capacity to temperature cables, airflow setup, and new sensor tools hitting the market.Grain storage gives you more control over harvest timing, marketing, and delivery, but the system has to fit the scale of your operation. Learn how to protect grain quality and hold more value from your corn crop. Listen now on all major platforms!"Every ten degrees that we cool the grain, we double the storage life."Meet the guest: Dr. Kenneth Hellevang earned his Ph.D. in engineering and served as Extension Engineer and Professor at North Dakota State University for over four decades. His research and outreach focused on grain drying and storage, aeration, and structural engineering for agriculture. He has authored or co-authored more than 230 publications and advised thousands across the U.S. and internationally. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:02) Introduction(03:38) Tech in storage(08:30) Temperature cables explained(11:05) Cooling grain importance(12:32) Moisture levels in corn(15:18) Aeration strategies(25:47) Final three questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Crop Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Crop Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show
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