Today's episode of The Dirt looks at molybdenum as an essential nutrient for plant production. Dr. Vaughn Reed from Mississippi State University joins Mike Howell to discuss the role of molybdenum in plants, the importance of pH, how to spot deficiencies and more. To learn more about essential nutrients such as iron and discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

This episode of The Dirt continues our series on essential nutrients for plant growth. Dr. Brian Arnall from Oklahoma State University joins Mike Howell to dig into the role of iron in plants, how to spot deficiencies, common fertilizer sources and more. To learn more about essential nutrients such as iron and discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

With harvest underway, it's time to start thinking about fall application. Nutrien Senior Agronomist Dr. Alan Blaylock joins Mike Howell on this episode of The Dirt to discuss the benefits, rate, timing and sources of nitrogen application in the fall. To learn more about essential nutrients such as nitrogen and discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com.

In this episode of The Dirt, Mike Howell chats with growers Elliot Scheck, Mark Bierscheuk and Donald Habben at the Farm Progress Show about residue management and then talks to Nutrien Director of Agronomy Dr. Karl Wyant. Tune in to hear residue management techniques and what growers are doing to mitigate nutrient loss after harvest. To learn more about residue management, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

Nutrien Senior Analyst Mark Tully joins Mike Howell for an update on the key events and trends impacting agricultural markets we head into September. Dig into the effects of rising interest rates and lower crude oil prices on commodity prices, cooler weather and rain in areas struggling with drought, grain exports logistics from the Ukraine, and more. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com.

Take the guesswork out of fertilizer applications. On this episode of The Dirt Scott Fitchner and Jenna Overmyer with Precision Agri-Lab walk through the reasons why tissue testing is a critical practice for farmers making fertilizer decisions. Dig into how often, how much and how to take good tissue samples, and why these tests complement and enhance soil and water tests. Plus learn Mike's recipe for the perfect tailgating hamburgers. To discover the latest crop nutrition news and research visit nutrient-eKonomics.com

When it comes to peanuts, there is one management practice that needs to be done each and every year. In this episode of The Dirt, Dr. John Beasley, Professor at Auburn University joins Mike Howell to dig into the critical role of boron in peanut production. Tune in to learn more about application timing, deficiency symptoms, and Mike's tips for the best boiled peanuts at your next tailgate. To discover the latest crop nutrition news and research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

With harvest on the horizon, it's important to keep farm safety and accident prevention top of mind. John Hubbard with Mississippi Farm Bureau joins Mike Howell on this episode of The Dirt to dig into farm safety advice to help avoid accidents on the farm. In this episode Mike also kicks off the first of his tailgating series and invites Natasha Haynes to talk about food safety when tailgating. To discover the latest crop nutrition news and research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

In this episode of The Dirt Mike Howell is coming to you live from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Tune in to hear interviews with NASCAR driver A.J. Allmendinger, Kentucky farmer Danny Liggett, Nutrien Ag Solutions representatives Eric Snodgrass and Ryan Imbrock, Nutrien Marketing Representatives Stephen Johnson and John Niemeyer, and six national FFA student officers.

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On this episode of The Dirt Eric Snodgrass, Principal Atmospheric Scientist with Nutrien Ag Solutions, joins Mike Howell for an update on the upcoming forecast. From relief for Midwest farmers experiencing drought to a potentially active hurricane season for the Gulf and East Coasts, tune in to hear weather predictions for the month ahead. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com To sign up for Eric's daily weather newsletter visit info.nutrien.com/snodgrass_weather