Timely and important information regarding carbon farming and issues associated with decisions and things to know.  Dr. Joe Outlaw visited about the current policy discussions surrounding carbon and Dr. Jourdan Bell discussed and explained what it all means to a producer.  This was outstanding conversation and I hope you enjoy the discussion.

Emphasis on this podcast is on how to get your cotton crop off to a great start.  Dr. Ben McKnight visited about CWVI and seed lot quality and how that impacts stand of cotton.  He also visited with the group about seed breaks and their impact.  Dr. Suhas Vyavhare visited about seed treatments and in particular insecticide protection for thrips and wireworms.  Dr. Jourdan Bell visited about environmental influences and planter settings.  Dr. Emi Kimura discussed populations and planting dates on yield and maturity of cotton.  Great conversations and a ton of good information.

Dr. Justin Benavidez discusses a variety of topics related to escalating input costs and provides some points on decisions that might be influenced.  He focused on topics related to fertility, irrigation, seed costs, insurance opportunities, decisions aides available, and great discussion from the online group.  Its an important topic and hopefully you will gain some knowledge that allows for profitable decisions in 2022.

Dr. Peter Dotray, Professor and Extension Weed Science Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Instructor at Texas Tech University provides and in-depth discussion at a recent on-line educational meeting.  He covered early season management and challenges of resistant weeds and more.  This was an very informative and detailed presentation from one of the best and most respected weed scientist in the nation.  If interested in joining future educational programs on line please register on

Dr. Jason Smith and Mason Carter discuss implanting.  Discussion points included timing, best management practices, selections, economics, etc. of using implants on calves at different stages of growth.  Excellent and timely information.  Hope you enjoy.

Discussion with Dr. Peter Dotray, AgriLife Agronomist and Researcher with Texas A&M AgriLife and Professor with Texas Tech University on issues related to availability of herbicides and options for 2022 growing season.

Dr. Jason Smith and Mason Carter discuss the benefits of fenceline weaning and traditional weaning.  They get into the economics of fencing, facilities, value added benefits, weaning in relation to vaccinations and timing, and BMP's for minimizing stress during weaning.

Discussion between Mason Carter, Briscoe County CEA-Ag and Dr. Sonja Swiger, Extension Entomologist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.  Dr. Swiger discussed background, timing, control, importance of controlling external pests and research that has been conducted in these areas.

Dr. Tim Steffens continues discussion about grazing management and thoughts on introducing small ruminants into grazing systems. Robert Devin and Brady Miller with TCFA discuss the Youth Feed Yard Technician program designed to prepare youth for careers in this industry and Agriculture in general

Discussion with Dr. Tim Steffens and Marcel Fischbacher regarding drought decisions, recent rains and how that impacts long term decisions, grazing management decisions, and much more.  Keep in mind this recording was done before recent additional rainfall but the information is still timely and valuable.  This is the first of a two part discussion with Dr. Steffens regarding range management decisions.