In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Dean Steele from North Dakota State University discusses irrigation water management and precision irrigation systems. He covers variable-rate irrigation, soil moisture sensors, pulse-width modulation, evapotranspiration, and water-scheduling strategies for corn and potato production. Dr. Steele also shares insights into how sensor data and water-balance models improve irrigation efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Variable-rate irrigation reduces water application in low-lying areas and prairie potholes, preventing overwatering that leads to disease in potato fields and storage losses."

Meet the guest: Dr. Dean Steele is an Associate Professor in the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Department at North Dakota State University. Professional interests include irrigation and environmental engineering, and irrigation water management. Research focuses on soil water sensors, variable-rate irrigation systems, and water-use efficiency in irrigated crop production, with applied work supporting producers and conservation professionals across the Northern Plains.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:58) Introduction
• (04:43) Variable-rate irrigation systems
• (09:43) VRI application precision
• (14:53) Irrigation scheduling methods
• (19:14) Evapotranspiration
• (21:58) Teaching programs at NDSU
• (27:01) Final questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Chase Floyd, Assistant Research Professor and State Extension Crop Protection Specialist at the University of Missouri, explains pest management challenges in cotton and rice systems in the Mid-South. Dr. Floyd discusses key insect threats, resistance concerns, economic thresholds, and new application strategies that improve pesticide targeting while reducing off-target movement. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Cotton production systems in the Mid-South face intense insect pressure, where thrips, plant bugs, and spider mites regularly threaten yield retention and require careful monitoring throughout the growing season.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Chase Floyd is an Assistant Research Professor and State Extension Crop Protection Specialist at the University of Missouri. His work focuses on insect management in row crops, including cotton, rice, soybean, and corn. Research emphasizes economic thresholds, pesticide efficacy, and technologies that help producers control pests while protecting yield and profitability across Mid-South cropping systems.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:44) Introduction
• (10:55) Cotton insect pressure
• (14:03) Rice pest threats
• (15:40) Insecticide resistance monitoring
• (17:00) Economic injury thresholds
• (20:17) Targeted spray technology
• (26:33) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this Corn Special Series episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Maninder Singh, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Cropping Systems Agronomy at Michigan State University, explains how planting timing and field conditions influence corn and soybean productivity in northern cropping systems. Key factors such as soil temperature, soil moisture, planting order, seeding rate decisions, and hybrid maturity are discussed to improve yield stability and profitability. Listen now on all major platforms.

“Timely planting decisions in northern cropping systems depend more on soil moisture and soil temperature conditions than on selecting a fixed calendar date.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Maninder Singh is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Cropping Systems Agronomy at Michigan State University. Research, extension, and teaching programs focus on improving productivity, profitability, and resilience of northern cropping systems, particularly corn, soybean, and wheat. Work includes planting strategies, canopy architecture, crop management, and plant pathogen interactions.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:45) Introduction
• (04:12) Timely planting
• (06:55) Soil temperature
• (09:17) Soybean resilience
• (15:52) Corn yield decline
• (19:20) Soybean seeding rates
• (30:57) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. John Fulton, Professor at Ohio State University, breaks down how artificial intelligence and drone technology are being applied in corn and soybean production systems. The conversation focuses on drone-based scouting, targeted spraying, and granular applications, along with research insights on canopy interaction and in-season cover crop seeding. Dr. Fulton also discusses current limitations, regulatory considerations, and where automation is headed in row-crop agriculture. Listen now on all major platforms.

"Advances in processing power allowed images and sensor data to be analyzed and acted on within milliseconds."

Meet the guest: Dr. John Fulton is a Professor at Ohio State University specializing in precision agriculture, machinery automation, and digital crop systems. He holds a B.A. in Physics from Wittenberg University, along with an M.S. and Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering from the University of Kentucky. His research focuses on application equipment, data analytics, and automated machinery to improve input placement and decision-making in crop production.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:33) Introduction
• (04:49) Input technology evolution
• (10:55) Drone research progress
• (15:03) Cover crop seeding
• (20:56) Swarm technology limits
• (25:21) Emerging applications
• (31:58) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special re-run episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Phuong Dao from Colorado State University, who shares cutting-edge insights into how remote sensing, AI, and geospatial science are transforming precision agriculture. Learn how high-resolution hyperspectral imaging and machine learning are helping detect crop issues, optimize yields, and prepare the next generation of agricultural data scientists. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Remote sensing provides a non-destructive and rapid method to detect and monitor disturbances in crops."

Meet the guest: Dr. Phuong Dao is an Assistant Professor at The University of Texas at Austin and Principal Investigator of the Remote Sensing and Environmental Intelligence Lab. Research focuses on integrating remote sensing, geospatial science, plant ecology, and machine learning to understand crop disturbances and plant responses. Work connects plant physiology, environmental stress, and precision agriculture technologies for improved crop monitoring.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:59) Introduction
• (04:19) Remote sensing use
• (06:04) Hyperspectral imaging
• (13:04) Future of ag tech
• (15:29) AI in crop science
• (18:01) Workforce development
• (22:52) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, celebrating International Women’s Day, Dr. Jennifer Ifft from Kansas State University explains how U.S. farm policy shapes risk management and farm profitability. She clarifies the farm bill structure, farm safety net programs, and crop insurance fundamentals while highlighting recent policy updates affecting producers. Listen now on all major platforms!

"The farm bill functions as a safety net for hungry people, farm families, and conservation programs that support United States agriculture."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jennifer Ifft is a Professor and Flinchbaugh Agricultural Policy Chair in the Agricultural Economics Department at Kansas State University. Her work focuses on farm policy, crop insurance, finance, and risk management, connecting research with real-world decisions faced by U.S. producers.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:02) Introduction
• (03:45) Farm bill overview
• (06:47) Recent policy changes
• (09:32) Safety net programs
• (17:30) Insurance challenges
• (21:17) Climate risk impacts
• (29:52) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Lynn Sollenberger from the University of Florida explains how grassland systems deliver critical ecosystem services while supporting sustainable livestock production. He discusses grass legume integration, soil protection, nutrient cycling, and resilience under grazing management. Dr. Sollenberger highlights how informed management can turn environmental challenges into opportunities for agriculture. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Anything that we do to those grassland systems is going to have a large carryover effect on Earth and the human population."

Meet the guest: Dr. Lynn Sollenberger is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Agronomy at the University of Florida, specializing in grassland ecology and plant-animal environment interactions. His work focuses on ecosystem services, sustainable forage systems, and the integration of legume-grass systems to improve agricultural resilience. With decades of research, teaching, and mentoring experience, Dr. Sollenberger has shaped the field of grassland science in the United States.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:03) Introduction
• (06:22) Ecosystem services
• (10:36) Soil protection
• (13:08) Animals role
• (17:14) Legume importance
• (22:03) System resilience
• (29:43) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Nicholas Shay from the University of Georgia explores grain production and how integrated grain systems support productivity in challenging environments. He discusses corn, soybean, grain sorghum, and small grains management, along with crop rotation value, disease pressure, and infrastructure considerations. Dr. Shay shares practical strategies to improve efficiency using existing resources and support long-term sustainability. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Disease pressure is by far one of the biggest challenges we face in southern grain production."

Meet the guest: Dr. Nicholas Shay earned his PhD and MS in Crop and Soil Sciences from the University of Georgia and serves as an Assistant Professor and Extension Grains Agronomist based in Tifton, Georgia. His work focuses on corn, soybean, grain sorghum, and small grains systems, emphasizing integrated strategies, efficiency, and long-term sustainability in southern production systems.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:14) Introduction
• (06:59) Research and extension program
• (10:29) Rotation challenges
• (13:24) Rotation value
• (18:44) Planting windows
• (23:56) Grain sorghum insights
• (27:36) Final three questions

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