Purdue Crop Chat

On the latest Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: From submerged fields and bizarre “dumbbell-shaped” corn ears to surprising, potential record-breaking soybean yields, this season has been anything but ordinary for Indiana farmers. Purdue Extension specialists Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel unpack the wild weather rollercoaster that left growers battling severe floods, lodging, and unexpected crop abnormalities. They also share urgent harvest prioritization strategies and critical combine adjustment tips that could save your grain quality and set you up for success next 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.com.

This edition of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast is one Indiana corn and soybean producers cannot afford to miss!  Recorded in front of a LIVE studio audience inside the Glass Barn during the 2026 Indiana State Fair, Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel tackle the issues hitting Indiana agriculture RIGHT NOW—from devastating storms and flooding to geopolitical risks and the growing threat of Red Crown Rot in Indiana soybeans. Featuring special guests Dr. Chad Fiechter and Dr. Darcy Telenko, this is a must-watch conversation packed with timely insights, critical risks and real-world strategies for Hoosier producers. WATCH NOW—and stay ahead of what’s coming next! 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.com.

 Indiana’s corn and soybean crops are looking stronger thanks to timely rains and milder summer temperatures—but not every field is in the clear. On the latest Purdue Crop Chat Podcast, Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel break down growing disease concerns like Gray Leaf Spot, explain why pressure varies from field to field, and compare Indiana’s improving outlook to worsening drought conditions in states like Michigan. 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.com.

Heavy rains have taken a visible toll on Indiana crops. On this week’s Purdue Crop Chat Podcast, Dan Quinn and Shaun Casteel tour the fields at Purdue’s Agronomy Center for Research & Education (ACRE) to show firsthand what’s happening. While impacted corn is stealing the spotlight, the experts say soybeans are also facing significant stress as saturated soils continue to create mounting challenges across the state. They break down what’s causing the damage, what farmers should be scouting for now, and the key management decisions that could help salvage yield potential. 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.com.

On the latest episode of the Purdue Extension Crop Chat Podcast: Purdue’s Crop Pathologist Darcy Telenko joins Eric, Shaun, and Dan to discuss the recent bouts of heavy rain, emergence issues, possible disease pressures, and a whole host of other challenges facing corn and soybean producers this 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.com. The Hoosier Ag Today Presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a Podcast Network is presented by Indiana Farm Bureau—A Unified Voice for Agriculture.

On this episode of the “Purdue Crop Chat” Podcast, Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel with Purdue Extension tackle the frustrating conditions facing Indiana farmers as relentless rains and soggy soils continue to delay fieldwork across the state. They also highlight the surprising bright spot in Indiana agriculture—a strong, ahead-of-schedule wheat crop—despite widespread drought stress impacting wheat production across much of the U.S. 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.

Indiana is planting at a record-setting pace! In this episode of the Purdue Crop Chat presented by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance, host Eric Pfeiffer is joined by Purdue Extension specialists Dan ‘Corn’ Quinn and ‘Soybean Shaun’ Casteel, along with special guest Tommy Butts (Purdue Weed Scientist) to discuss the rapid progress of the 2026 season.

In this episode:

Planting Report: Indiana Corn is 30% complete and soybeans are at 35%—well ahead of the 5-year average.

Weed Management: Why early planting and high winds are making it difficult to keep up with residual herbicide applications.

New Regulations: A deep dive into the 2026 Dicamba rules, including the June 12th cutoff and temperature-based restrictions.

Research Updates: The latest on short-stature corn trials and new multi-state studies on nutrient interactions.

Don’t let the speed of the season get ahead of your management plan. Tune in for expert advice on keeping your fields clean and your stands uniform!

Planting season is underway—but mostly across southern Indiana! On the latest Purdue Crop Chat Podcast, Eric Pfeiffer asks Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel whether it’s still too early for those in the southern part of the state to already have seed in the ground.

They also discuss the impact that high fertilizer prices are having on farming operations. Plus, Eric shares details of his recent trip to Africa—while Dan and Shaun boast about their trip to San Antonio!

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.

The Purdue Crop Chat Podcast was on location last week at Commodity Classic in San Antonio! “Soybean Shaun” Casteel and Dan “Corn” Quinn with Purdue Extension are joined by Brian Warpup, Vice Chair of the Indiana Soybean Alliance and farmer from Huntington and Wells counties.

In addition to sharing their major takeaways from this year’s trade show, they also talk about their preparations for the 2026 planting 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.

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.