Pioneer Agronomy: Illinois

In this episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy podcast, Don Kyle, Pioneer Illinois Soybean Breeder, joins hosts Crystal Williams, Pat Reeg, Jason McVicker, Brad Mason and Andy Knepp. This episode covers white mold in soybeans, Pioneer® brand Z-Series Soybeans, management tips for maximizing yield and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

This update features a few new and familiar faces: Rachel Fulton, Agronomy Innovation Manager Scott Eversgerd, Field Agronomist Reed Morris, Strategic Account Manager Brad Mason, Field Agronomist Pat Reeg, Field Agronomist Jason McVicker, Field Agronomist Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Pat Reeg,  Andy Knepp and Matt Montgomery provide field updates and discuss planning fungicide applications. The most important factor determining the value of a foliar fungicide application is disease pressure. When weather conditions are conducive for foliar diseases, a fungicide application can be beneficial. Hybrids that have lower levels of genet...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists go around the horn, providing field, planting and crop updates around Illinois. As field conditions vary from field to field and county to county, it's important to look keep a tab on fields early and often. Hosts Crystal Williams, Brad Mason, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd talk planting progress, early season outlook and more.  1:05 -  Northern Illinois Update 4:...

Hosts Crystal Williams, Andy Knepp, Matt Montgomery, Pat Reeg and Scott Eversgerd discuss early and in-season nitrogen and how growers can get the most out of their nitrogen investments. Joining this episode is Chris Kluemke, Corteva Agriscience Nutrient Maximizer Team. Chris provides insight into the importance of protecting nitrogen side-dress applications and the benefits that will come through...

We're back for Season Two of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy podcast! Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery, Scott Eversgerd and Brad Mason discuss Illinois planting as growers get their 2024 crop in the ground. Joining this episode is Pat Reeg, Pioneer Field Agronomist. Pat and the group discusses Black Cutworm and other early season pests throughout the state.  1:10 - 3:30...

And that's a wrap on the 2023 growing season! In this episode of the Illinois Agronomy Podcast, hosts Crystal Williams, Brad Mason, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd put a bow on the 2023 season. The group recap the first season of the podcast, highlighting working across the state and across state lines throughout each episode. Also discussed are agronomic highlights and what has been learned f...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd discuss setting your operation up for success in 2024. The trio also provide harvest updates for the state as harvest gets closer to wrapping up for the 2023 season. For setting growers up for a successful 2024, the agronomists discuss optimal conditions for tillage, whether cover crops are right for your operation,...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Cody Pettit, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd delve into harvest updates across the state of Illinois. The group discusses soybean variability, surprising corn yields and how rainfall, timing and genetics contributed. 1:25 - 3:28 Southern Illinois Agronomy Update 3:29 - 5:24 West-Central Agronomy Update 5:25 - 8:09 Eastern Illinois Agronomy Update...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Cody Pettit, Brad Mason, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd dive into fall nitrogen management and considerations for growers. Joining this episode are Heather Vosburgh, Corteva Agriscience Territory Manager and member of the Nutrient Maximizer Team, and Mike Koenigs, Pioneer Sales Representative and member of the Nutrient Maximizer Team. The group f...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd discuss fall wheat planting and preparation for growers. Wheat variety selection and seed treatment are important considerations, especially to control diseases like head scab. Fall fertility plans are also important to make before planting. As for planting dates, northern fields a traditionally planted first. Obser...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists discuss ear and stalk rots as growers begin prioritizing fields for harvest. Ear and stalk rots cause damage and yield loss in many corn fields across North America each year. Scouting fields and harvesting those with more severe rot can reduce harvest losses. Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd also discuss the importance of proper timing...

Illinois Pioneer Agronomists discuss mid-August scouting tips as growers get into their fields and look to determine yield come harvest. Scouting this time of year can provide an indicator of yield in the fall. While the combine will be the final yield decider, walking through fields can provide an idea of final yield. Agronomists also go around the state of Illinois and provide agronomic updates....

0:00 - 0:28 Introduction 0:28 - 2:55 Northern Illinois Agronomy Update 2:55 - 5:37 Central Illinois Agronomy Update 5:37 - 7:39 Eastern Illinois Agronomy Update 7:39 - 11:42 West-Central Illinois Agronomy Update 11:42 - 14:10 Southern Illinois Agronomy Update 14:10 - 39:39 When is soybean yield built? Resources Agronomy Article: Understanding and Increasing Soybean Yields Agronomy Article: Soybean...

00:00 - 03:28 Introduction 03:30 - 04:49 Western Illinois Agronomy Update 04:50 - 07:13 Central Illinois Agronomy Update 07:14 - 09:57 South-Central Illinois Agronomy Update 10:00 - 36:44 New tools for fungicide timing and decision-making Resources Agronomy Article: Maximizing the Value of Foliar Fungicides in Corn Agronomy Article: Effects of Foliar Fungicide Timing on Corn Yield Agronomy Article...

On this episode of the Illinois Agronomy podcast, host Crystal Williams leads a roundtable discussion covering wheat harvest in Southern Illinois, drought observations and overall crop conditions throughout the state and more. Joining this episode are Matt Montgomery, Pat Reeg and Scott Eversgerd. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

Agronomy Article: Corn Rootworm Agronomy Article: Corn Rootworm Biology and Management Video: Matt Montgomery Explains How To Scout Rootworm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pioneer Corn Yield Estimator: https://www.pioneer.com/us/tools-services/corn-yield-estimator.html Staging Corn Growth Agronomy Article: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/staging_corn_growth.html Vegetative Corn Growth Stages and Scouting Tips Agronomy Article: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-ve-v2.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

Agronomy Article: Red Crown Rot in Soybeans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2023 Pioneer Agronomy Research Summary Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, guests look at duel-pass fungicide systems from a 2022 study and discuss the results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Article - Early Season Weed Control is a Must Article - Control Early Season Weeds in Corn Article - Weed Management in the Era of Glyphosate Resistance Video - Discussing Winter Annual Weeds and Fall Weed Control in the Spring Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2023 Planting Guide: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/planting-guide.html Planting Outcome Effects on Corn Yield: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn_planting_outcome_effects.html Corn Response to Planting Date: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-planting-date-hybrid-maturity.html Planting Date Effect on Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/planting-date-soybean-stages-r1-r6...

For more information on wheat disease management, visit: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/managing_diseases_in_wheat.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this inaugural episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy podcast, your host and Pioneer Field Agronomist Crystal Williams answers the question, "What's a Biological?" Joining this episode are Brad Mason, Cody Pettit, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd. All guests are Pioneer Agronomists in Illinois. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...