Corn Belt Conversations

Corn Belt Conversations

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Corn Belt Conversations episodes

  • Invasive Insect Species/Field Crop Pest Update
    Kelly Estes, State Survey Coordinator with the University of IL, joins us to talk about invasive insect species currently being monitored in the Midwest. She also gives an update on the current status of field crop insects, including Corn Earworm, Corn Rootworm, European Corn Borer, Spider Mites, and Soybean Gall Midge.
    26 min
  • Mid Season Update
    Kevin Gale, Sales Agronomist with AgriGold, joins us to talk about the impacts of the drought we’ve been experiencing so far this season, as well as several other current issues that we are seeing on Midwest corn and soybean farms.
    19 min
  • 2023 Planting Update
    We are joined by four different Hertz Farm Management offices from across the Midwest to get an update on planting progress. Scott Arens from the Norfolk, NE location, Clint Kaller from Nevada , IA, Carrie Seidel at Mason City, IA, and Steve Hiniker from our Mankato, MN office all join me for the discussion.
    23 min
  • 2023 Insect Outlook - Nick Seiter
    Nick Seiter, Research Assistant Professor and Entomologist with the University of IL, joins us to give an update on corn rootworm populations, black cutworm moth flights, soybean gall midge, and other insect issues to be looking out for as we move into the planting season.
    38 min
  • Spring Planting Considerations

    For our inaugural episode of Hertz Ag Talk, we are excited to be joined by Lance Tarochione - Technical Agronomist with DEKALB/Asgrow. In this episode, Lance shares a huge amount of valuable insight into planting decisions with regard to soil conditions, early vs. late planting, planting depth & population, weed control, and more!

    54 min
  • It’s Time For a Change!
    Our goal has always been to provide agricultural information that is timely and relevant across the corn belt. In keeping with that mission, we are debuting a name change for this podcast… Starting next week, this program will be renamed “Hertz Ag Talk“. We are looking forward to the new season!
    2 min
  • Crop Health and Status Update
    Lance Tarochione, Technical Agronomist with DEKALB/Asgrow, Joins us to provide an update on what he’s seeing out in the field. Increasing levels of disease, as well as some insect issues are popping up around the region. Lance shares his insight on what to expect as we progress towards harvest.
    44 min
  • Crop Status Update

    Jason McVicker, Field Agronomist with Pioneer, joins us to provide a crop status update for the area. The current disease outlook & fungicide applications are covered, as well as current insect and weather issues.

    26 min

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Timely and relevant agronomic information for the Midwest.