Pests are a constant concern for growers, but with proper planning and the right products, their impact can be reduced. In this episode of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast,” four agronomy experts from across the country — Trey Curry (1:13), Paul Crout (20:12), Josh Gaddy (32:41) and Greg Clark (41:59) — provide insights on potential pest, disease and weed issues this year and how to prevent them. After, Jody Lawrence discusses the recent United States Department of Agriculture Prospective Plantings Report and how it may affect commodity prices. (51:37)

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Looking to get the most out of your herbicide investment this season? Tune in to this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast” as Helena Brand Manager Austin Anderson and Product Specialist Dr. Michael Kenty discuss how adding Grounded to your tank can help close the gap in herbicide performance. (00:50) Plus, Jody Lawrence joins us from Nashville to share his top three strategies to potentially secure $5 corn in 2025. (32:41)

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Recorded live at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, this special Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode features Helena customer and Soybean Yield Contest champion Curtis Hobbs (01:13), Government Affairs Director Sean McCarty (10:19), and National FFA officers Jack Lingenfelter and Caroline Groth (21:20). Jody Lawrence caps off the show with a breakdown of the recent United States Department of Agriculture predicted acres report and more (35:46).

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Weeds are pests in fields and to wallets each year. To help growers navigate both concerns, Helena Product Specialist Brad Hammes and Agronomist Matt Boyer join the “FieldLink Podcast” to share strategies for the best weed control on a budget, including old-school tactics. (01:20) Jody Lawrence details the global soybean market after the South American harvest, then we discuss the beef industry’s record prices and how herd numbers may impact long-term supply. (40:09)

Helena will be in Denver next month for the 2025 Commodity Classic. Visit booth 3803 to meet with our team members and to catch a live recording of the “FieldLink Podcast.”

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To get a deeper understanding of how President Donald Trump’s tariff policies with Canada, China and Mexico may impact U.S. farmers and the agriculture industry, Helena Director of Government Affairs Sean McCarty breaks down these proposed plans. (01:09) Jody Lawrence adds insight on how these tariffs may influence grain markets. (41:55)

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Mark Oppold, a National Association of Farm Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee, shares his journey from growing up as a farm kid in Iowa to building a broadcasting career that featured an interview with President Donald Trump in this Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode. (00:52) Jody Lawrence caps off the show with information on the grain markets as the transition of power takes place in Washington, D.C. (26:01)

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Knowing what products to include in a fertility efficiency plan is vital for growers to maximize yields. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, we meet with Helena team members and Dave Juelf, a producer from Great Falls, Montana, to receive insight into how Resurge is assisting with fertility. (01:08) Then, Jody Lawrence returns to highlight the topics he will discuss with ag professionals at several Helena grower meetings. (18:30) Later, we head to Iowa to hear from an ENC product expert, Jamie Schechinger, on how Ele-Max can increase efficiency and profits for growers. (35:36)

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To put a bookend on 2024, reoccurring guest Jody Lawrence joins this special year-end report of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast” to recap the highlights of this year’s commodity market. Jody will also share tips for growers as the calendar flips to 2025.

Thanks for tuning in to the “FieldLink Podcast” this year. We value our listeners and are excited to bring more industry experts to help you maximize your yield in 2025 and beyond.

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Grass serves many purposes at homes and farms across the world. It provides food for livestock, protects soil from erosion and is a playing surface for many recreational activities. With roughly 1,400 species of grass, we take a closer look at this crop with one of the nation’s foremost grass seed researchers, Steve Salisbury of Oregon. (01:13) Hear from Jody Lawrence as he dives into the recent corn rally and details how oil prices have been impacted by the recent transition of power in Syria. (44:52)

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The holidays are finally here, and our taste buds are watering thinking about the delicious foods and desserts about to be spread across the table. One food that may not be talked about enough is sweet potatoes, a superfood packed with nutrients and vitamins. We visit with Helena representatives James DeMoss, Blade Hodges and Madison Lachney from Louisiana to learn how these edible roots are grown in their region. (02:01) Then, Mississippi State University graduate student Alyssa Miller discusses her herbicide research on sweet potato production (15:22) before Jody Lawrence provides a commodity market update. (30:40)

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