Legend in the Field

We are kicking off Season Two of Legend in the Field with a deep dive into TS601, new EPA-registered soybean biofungicide offered by YieldMaster Solutions. Chris Graf with YMS and Allison Jack with NewLeaf Symbiotics join us as we discuss the "whats" and "hows" of this new product! Join the conversation in person: Visit YieldMaster Solutions at Commodity Classic, February 25–27 in San Antonio, TX...

This short episode marks the final installment of 2025 and the close of Season One of Legend in the Field . In just a few minutes, we pause to reflect on the year behind us and share a special message from Tim Bratland, CEO, and Glen Davis, Chairman of the Board offering gratitude, perspective, and a look ahead. Thank you for being part of our first season. We’re just getting started!

In this episode, we cover everything you need to know about biologicals - why we use each product, where it truly belongs, and where it doesn’t. Kelsey Hansen – Business Development Manager with YieldMaster Solutions & Jake Andrle – Legend Agronomy Lead break down this year’s biological performance data, explain how to interpret results without the noise, and share practical insights for putti...

Grab your notebooks, this is an episode you’ll want to take notes on! Legend Agronomy Lead Jake Andrle and Legend Sales Agronomist Mitch Bass are unveiling the 2025 Legend Seeds Product Award winners. It’s our longest episode yet, but also one of the most informative. Jake and Mitch break down this year’s top performers in our corn and soybean lineup and highlight a few standout biologicals that h...

In this episode, we wrap up the growing season with a regional recap featuring Jeff Sorenson, Sales Agronomist with Legend Seeds in Minnesota. Jeff shares insights from the field — covering weather challenges, crop performance, and key takeaways to help growers prepare for next year.

In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Roberts, Ag Economist with Compeer Financial. Megan has spent her career helping producers understand the economic forces shaping agriculture. From supply and demand trends to farm-level decision-making. We’re excited to dig into how farmers can navigate markets, manage costs, and plan ahead in an ever-changing ag economy.

In this episode we discuss something that hits home for every dealer and every farmer — controlling your bottom line. Whether you're running a seed dealership, selling biologicals, or managing your own farm, knowing where your dollars go and how to make them go further is key to staying profitable.

In this episode, we dig into the details of soybean and corn harvest data—how it's gathered, how to interpret it with confidence, and what it reveals about hybrid and variety performance. Whether you're a grower, agronomist, or trusted advisor, these insights can help you make smarter, data-driven decisions for the seasons ahead.

As harvest approaches, it's more important than ever to walk your fields with purpose. In this episode, we break down what to look for before the combines roll — from what each “layer” means throughout the plant to GDUs and field conditions – mainly focusing on Corn and Soybeans.

In this episode, Jake Andrle and Shelby dig into what 'Silage First' really means, how Legend selects the best hybrids for top performance, and the role of Leafy and Leafy Floury genetics. We also cover harvest timing, sampling protocols, and what’s impacting this season’s silage schedule.

In this episode, Charlie & Steve dive into how growers can go beyond yield data to evaluate post-harvest field performance, emphasizing ROI, disease pressures, and hybrid performance when shaping next year’s plan. The discussion also covers smarter seed decisions, using agronomic data effectively, avoiding common planning mistakes, and key strategies for preparing for the 2026 season based on...

Steven Resler, Product Manager at Legend Seeds, shares how independence, innovation, and a grower-first mindset help tackle real-world farming challenges—from trait selection to tailored solutions across a diverse portfolio.

Every growing season brings new challenge, but some issues tend to resurface year after year. In this episode, Legend Seeds Sales Agronomist Jake Andrle breaks down key pests, nutrient deficiencies, and weather conditions to keep an eye on. Learn what to watch for and how to take action now to protect your yield at harvest.

As Legend Seeds celebrates its 35th year, a new chapter begins. In this episode, we sit down with Tim Bratland, the newly appointed CEO, to hear his story, how he got his start in the seed industry, grew his career from the ground up, and developed a bold vision for the future of Legend Seeds. It’s a conversation about deep roots, leadership, and what’s ahead for this milestone year.

Launching July 7th , Legend in the Field is your new must-listen podcast for everything seed, soil, and science. Each episode takes you behind the scenes of agriculture’s evolving landscape—with in-depth conversations featuring industry leaders, innovators, and boots-on-the-ground experts. From cutting-edge biologicals to practical insights for dealers, growers, and ag professionals, we’re digging...