A Penney For Your Thoughts

Enjoy this episode as we dig deep into the science behind Oomycete pathogens, specifically Pythium & Phytophthora, in corn and soybeans with our special guest Dr. Santiago Mideros from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Ty Barten discusses the exciting potential of short-stature hybrids, and the management practices growers can adopt alongside this new technology. We discuss plant population, nutritional considerations, and fungicide use.

Ty Barten talks to us about Short Corn! Short-stature hybrids have the opportunity to impact agriculture in a significant way. Listen as Ty talks about the science behind this exciting new plant structure! 

Dr. Edwin Benkert III gives an in-depth look at insecticides, rotational practices, and RNAi, the newest technology in 2023! Join us as we get in-depth ideas on best management practices for corn on corn fields in 2023.

Join us as we discuss the science of corn rootworm with Dr. Edwin Benkert III from Bayer Crop Science. Edwin helps us understand the science behind this incredibly damaging pest and the science behind the tools we can use to mitigate them! Part 1 covers the science and part 2 we will dive into grower management! 

Part 2 of our white mold discussion with Dr. Damon Smith. In this episode, we discuss the management of this disease. Click here for more information about this disease - www.ipcm.wisc.edu

Join us as we discuss optimal planter set-ups with Scott Meldrum, Integrated Solutions Manager with Van Wall Equipment (John Deere), and Scott Chizmar, Precision Farming Specialist with Sievers Equipment Company (Case IH). These experts provide insights into planter preparation and optimal setup to ensure the best start to the 2023 growing season!  

Join Dr. Damon Smith from the University of Wisconsin-Madison as we discuss the science behind white mold in soybeans.  Dr. Smith gives us an in-depth view of this soybean pathogen.  

Matt Nelson is our guest co-host as we interview Dr. Bill Johnson. Join us as we discuss all things weed science and chemistry!

Andrew Penney and Sean Blomgren. Part four of our agronomist series! Hear key takeaways and highlights from the 2022 growing season and insights into planning for 2023! Join Dean Grossnickle, Jim McDermott, Lauren Botine, and Neal Borgmeyer!

Part three of our agronomist series! Hear key takeaways and highlights from the 2022 growing season and insights into planning for 2023! Join Paige Thompson, Matt Nelson, Brian Green, and Katherine Rod!

Part two of our agronomist series! Hear key takeaways and highlights from the 2022 growing season and insights into planning for 2023! Join Jeremy Miner, Holly Thrasher, Jim Donnelly, and Nicole Stecklien!

Happy Thanksgiving to all our friends and listeners! Thank you for making this show a success!

Join special guests Scott Johnson, Rich Judge, Lance Goetch, Josh Enderson, and John Swalwell as we discuss what we learned in the 2022 growing season and critical takeaways for 2023 planning. These great agronomists cover multiple companies and geographies.

Dr. Marty Chilvers from Michigan State University discusses in-depth the research and questions he is focused on.  What do we know about this disease, and what challenges are posed by researching the pathogen? Check out Dr. Marty Chilvers on Twitter @MartinChilvers1 and @CropNetwork Click here for a video on Tar Spot - https://www.canr.msu.edu/videos/tar-spot-in-corn    

Join us as we discuss crown rot with industry expert Dr. Tamra Jackson-Ziems from the University of Nebraska Lincoln.  This complex disease was prevalent in 2022!  What considerations should we make as we plan our 2023 crop?  

Harvest updates from Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri! Hear from growers as they recount their season-long observations, harvest updates, and key takeaways from 2022! Connect with our growers on social media!  Twitter - @scottwestacre @BradTolson @aus_schleich21 @farmerishere Special thanks to all our guests! Reach out to the show - apenney4yourthoughts@gmail.com    

Join Shawn Conley, www.coolbean.info Ph. D. from the University of Wisconsin at Madison, as we discuss high-yield management in soybeans.   In this episode, we discuss key factors to producing high-yielding soybeans including genetics, trait technology, planting dates, fertility, and much more!   Follow Shawn on Twitter @badgerbean Email the show - apenney4yourthoughts@gmail.com  

Join our special guest, professor of Ag Economics Michael Langemeier from the University of Purdue, as we discuss the world supply of Nitrogen, Potassium, and Phosphorus.  Where does our fertility come from?  What affects supply?  What should we expect of prices?  How do we apply this information to our farms in 2023 and beyond?     Interact with Professor Michael Langemeier - https://ag.purdue.ed...

Where does our corn go as it dries down?  Why is there less grain in the bin when we haul it out than when we put it in?  What is the idea harvest moisture?  Join Andrew and Sean as they discuss these topics with Dr. Mark Licht from Iowa State University!  Conact Dr. Licht @ lichtma@iastate.edu To make podcast requests or suggestions email us - a penney4yourthoughts@gmail.com  

Our special guest Kiersten Wise, Ph. D with the University of Kentucky discusses ear rots, mycotoxins and grain management!  Scouting for ear rots, managing grain storage and understanding affects of grain quality for livestock producers.  Information about Mycotoxins - https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/publications/mycotoxin-faqs Information about Ear Rots - https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/publ...

Alison Robertson joins our discussion as we talk about tar spot.  How does it infect plants, why is it difficult to manage, and what should we plan for 2023 and the future?!?     Connect with Alison -  alisonr@iastate.edu or on twitter @alisonrisu   Thanks for listening! 

Weeds matter all year long. How do we evaluate weeds and herbicides from the combine cab? Join Bayer agronomist Matt Nelson as we discuss! Connect with Matt Nelson on Twitter @mnelson_isu or his cell at +1 (712) 540-8419

Iowa State University’s Daren Mueller discusses Soybean Sudden Death Syndrome. Disease origins and management practices, as well as what to expect for the remainder of the growing season!

A Penney for Your Thoughts is hosted by Sean Blomgren, agronomist and owner of Blomgren Seed from Boone, Iowa, and Andrew Penney,  plant doctor and Preceon agronomy lead for Bayer Crop Science from Ames, Iowa. We cover all things agronomy and high-yield management, share what we're seeing in the field and bring in trusted voices from the industry to deliver timely, relevant insights that matter to...