Best Nutrien Ag Solutions Podcasts (2024)

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49. 2024 Ag Weather Outlook: Everybody Needs Something from Mother Nature, with Eric Snodgrass 31:22

20d ago31:22

31:22

Let's start with the good news about the North American climate outlook for the 2024 growing season: drought conditions are significantly better than they were last year. However, maybe it's force-of-habit, but growers seem to have more anxiety than usual about weather in the coming growing season, according to Nutrien Ag Solutions science fellow a…

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Meet the owners of Noo Sun Dairy 20:19

9d ago20:19

20:19

Second generation dairy farmers, Mitch and Holly Hancock, will be hosting the 2024 U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action's Honor the Harvest Forum. They care for 7,000 animals across their three locations in Utah and farm 2,500 acres. Mitch and Holly share about the history of the farm, team of employees, conservation efforts, technology use, future …

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BONUS: Farmer and researcher share energy and label of processing concern - USB 4:54

11d ago4:54

4:54

On this bonus episode, Carla Schultz, owner of Eight Plates Farm in Michigan and a United Soybean Board farmer-leader and Mark Messina, director of nutrition science and research at Soy Nutrition Institute, share their future concerns on the future of land and energy use and the nutrition content of food. If the guests sparked your interest, check …

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SPECIAL EDITION - Honor the Harvest Interview with Olga Bolden-Tiller 13:13

15d ago13:13

13:13

By USFRA

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Health behind soy for humans and animals 21:29

25d ago21:29

21:29

Two experts in the agricultural value chain, Carla Schultz, owner of Eight Plates Farm in Michigan and a United Soybean Board farmer-leader and Mark Messina, director of nutrition science and research at Soy Nutrition Institute, share the nutritional value and benefits of soy. Carla shares about a recent study by the United Soybean Board found that…

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BONUS EPSIODE Extra: Kevin Burkum: Regenerative agriculture discussion 1:30

1M ago1:30

1:30

The leader of U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action, Kevin Burkum, shares what topic he is keeping an eye on that will have an impact on agriculture. Stay connected with USFRA at usfarmersandranchers.org. Learn more about U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action: usfarmersandranchers.org Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kevinburkum Become a…

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48. What Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizers Bring to the Sustainability Toolbox, with Loveland Products' Ron Calhoun 38:36

1M ago38:36

38:36

Nitrogen, Phosphorous and Potassium. Every grower knows that these three nutrients are at the heart of every successful cropping plan. But in 2024, the tools to manage those nutrients are so much more potent and complex than they used to be. And cutting back on fertilizer inputs—discerningly and purposefully—can be a powerful opportunity to reduce …

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Opportunities and challenges for agriculture with USFRA CEO 13:39

2M ago13:39

13:39

Kevin Burkum, CEO of U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action, shares how USFRA is making changes to help support agriculture in meeting its challenges and leveraging opportunities, both domestically and internationally. Kevin also shares more about his background and professional experiences. Learn more about U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action: usfarm…

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National FFA Organization focused on future skills, careers 8:11

2M ago8:11

8:11

Expert Celya Glowacki, team lead for advocacy, literacy and ag-based experiences at National FFA, shares how they focus on the evolving careers in agriculture. Celya shares how they receive feedback from corporate partners about what skills they are looking for in the next generation of agriculturists and the new National FFA NexGen Conferences. Le…

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47. How Indiana Soybean Farmers Are Benefitting From Our New Sustainability Practices Incentive Program, with Danny Carmony Jr. 27:14

3M ago27:14

27:14

In the heart of soybean country, you'll find Indiana farmers who have been utilizing sustainable best practices since long before it was called "sustainability." But a new Nutrien Ag Solutions incentive program with Bunge is making it possible for these growers to actually be compensated for these practices. And that's changing the game, both in te…

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46. New Features in Agrible That Improve Sustainable Ag Outcomes, with Ryan Adams 32:51

4M ago32:51

32:51

Most growers have reached the point in their year when it's time to look back on what they've accomplished, review the records, and start looking for ways to improve their operations in the new year ahead. Nutrien Ag Solutions can help connect growers to programs that pay farmers for their sustainable agriculture practices. But it's going to take c…

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Honor the Harvest and the Future of Ag 25:25

4M ago25:25

25:25

Honor the Harvest Forum is an invitation-only event that gathers food and agriculture leaders to further our global sustainable food system. Former head of Harvard Business School’s Agribusiness Program and is known as a strategic pathfinder in the global agri-food industry, Mary Shelman, emceed the USFRA Honor the Harvest. Today, we gain her high-…

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45. A 50-Year History of Agriculture and Sustainability, with Tom Daniel 44:28

4M ago44:28

44:28

Agriculture has been around for more than 10,000 years. But you can argue that in the last 50 years, it’s changing and evolving faster than ever before. That evolution has included the growing relationship between agriculture and what we now call “sustainability.” And someone who's been along for almost that entire ride is our very own Tom Daniel, …

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Culvers successful marketing includes support of agriculture 14:40

5M ago14:40

14:40

Culvers is based out of Sauk City, Wisconsin and there are over 900 Culver’s locations across the United States. Today, we are going to learn more about their three pillars to Culver’s Thank You Farmers Project. We are joined with Alison Demmer, she is the marketing and public relations manager at Culvers. Learn more about Culvers at https://www.cu…

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Unique market and value-added opportunities for grain farmers 27:31

5M ago27:31

27:31

Today, we are headed to Maryland to learn more about grain and we are joined by expert Lindsey Thompson. She is the executive director of the Maryland Grain Producers and also the owner Hidden Potential Farms with her husband, where they farm 130 acres of corn and soybeans. Did you know that Maryland typically grows soft red winter wheat and it is …

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44. North of the Border: Canadian Sustainable Agriculture Insights, with Crop Consultant Dani Kerr 30:32

5M ago30:32

30:32

Sustainability doesn't stop at the border. In fact, Nutrien Ag Solutions supports thousands of growers across Canada, and many of them are well along the path in their sustainability journey. But while the overall goals and ideas are the same, like so much about the relationship between the U.S. and Canada, things are a little different north of th…

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Study shows preferences and perceptions of milk in schools 34:12

5M ago34:12

34:12

Join us as we discuss the ideal flavor packaging and the next generation of milk drinkers with Dr. Maryanne Drake, a professor in the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences at North Carolina State University, and director of the Southeast Dairy Foods Research Center and Dr. Eric Bastian, the Vice President of Innovation Partnershi…

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43. Selecting the Right Seed for the Right Acre: Ag Inputs As Sustainability Tools, with Todd Pester 31:06

6M ago31:06

31:06

You can have all the agronomic tools in the world. But if you don't have a plan to place the right seed on the right acre, both your margins and your sustainability footprint will suffer. Plans take insight. Insight takes data. And our seed product management team is working harder than ever before to provide our crop consultants with both. So in t…

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From Veteran to rancher: A life of service 28:14

6M ago28:14

28:14

Authenticity shines in this episode with veteran and rancher Steve Cook of Cook Beef Cattle located in central Texas. Steve shares about his military career, transitioning to civilian life, mental health, Farmer Veteran Coalition and future advice and goals. We're thankful to have Steve share real experiences with us and the importance of networkin…

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Native American Heritage Month: Native farming and ranching 101 21:10

6M ago21:10

21:10

November is Native American Heritage Month, and we invite you to learn more about the cultures, traditions, and achievements of Native Americans. Today we are joined by Chanel Ford the director of programs at the Native American Agriculture Fund. NAAF provides grants to eligible organizations and business assistance, agricultural education, technic…

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Navigating relationships with processors and brands 11:37

6M ago11:37

11:37

Who should farmers be connected with to help bridge the gap between processors and brands? We’re joined by CEO of Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, Tim Trotter, as we discuss the ins and outs of the important relationships and connections that farmers need to successfully market their products. Does a relationship with processors and brands improve a …

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Ranching with Angela Scott 12:38

7M ago12:38

12:38

This exclusive episode is a double feature for National Farmer's Day! Join us as we catch up with first-generation rancher Angela Scott at Honor the Harvest this year. She talks about her lessons learned as a newer rancher and that it's ok to ask questions! Then join us for our second podcast episode of the day featuring fifth-generation farmer And…

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Farming with Andrew Lauver 9:20

7M ago9:20

9:20

This exclusive episode is a double feature for National Farmer's Day! We had the chance to connect with fifth-generation farmer Andrew Lauver at Honor the Harvest this year and get his story on taking over the family farm. Then join us as we catch up with first-generation rancher Angela Scott as she talks about her lessons learned as a newer ranche…

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Understanding the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate report 12:47

7M ago12:47

12:47

We had a chance to catch up with VP of Market Intelligence at United Soybean Board, Mac Marshall, during our Honor the Harvest Forum in September. Mac gave us some major insight into the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimate Report and how farmers and ranchers can use this as a resource. Listen in to this episode of Farm, Food, Facts now!…

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42. Simplifying the Sustainability Conversation, with Sustainable Ag and Retail Strategy VP Matt Marshall 36:19

7M ago36:19

36:19

When you talk about sustainable agriculture, you could be talking about greenhouse gas reduction, practice changes, nutrient management, or any number of other pieces of the sustainability puzzle. Our mission at Nutrien Ag Solutions has always been to support farmers in their operations, helping them minimize their environmental impact while maximi…

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Research on perennial companions in soybeans 17:51

7M ago17:51

17:51

Our leading expert Jenny Rees, an extension educator at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, is a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field is nothing short of impressive! We discuss the basic benefits of planting a perennial companion in soybeans, common perennial companion crops, on-farm research, challenges and if perennial companions will b…

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Benefits of fertilizer placement and no-till in soybeans. 14:47

8M ago14:47

14:47

Meet expert David Iverson, a true steward of the land! Today on Farm, Food, Facts, we have the honor of sharing his incredible journey as a fourth-generation crop farmer at Iverson Farms in South Dakota. David has taken sustainable agriculture to the next level by implementing two conservation practices: no-till and fertilizer placement, and that's…

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Biofuels basics and the future potential 25:39

9M ago25:39

25:39

Biofuels fits into the equation of being a strong competitor as a fuel source. Our leading expert, Doug Berven, vice president of corporate affairs at POET, shares the basics, competitors, infrastructure, economic benefits, how other countries utilize biofuels, challenges and trends of biofuels. Learn more about POET at poet.com.…

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Protecting profitability with inclusive financing 17:28

9M ago17:28

17:28

Our expert in this episode has over 20 years of experience in the agricultural industry, John Maman is the director of sales and marketing at Nutrien Financial. He shares more about inclusive financing, managing high interest rates, digital financial tools, financially assessing crops and what financial trends to follow. Check out at nutrienfinanci…

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41. Growers in Montana Embrace Sustainable Nitrogen Outcomes, with Lyle Benjamin and Andrew Pritchard 31:09

9M ago31:09

31:09

From painfully dry weather across much of North America, to record high temps in the South and West, to massive wildfires in the North, weather extremes have had an impact on growers across the continent this year. So in this episode, we're going to start with a weather update from Nutrien Ag Solutions senior meteorologist Andrew Pritchard. He'll e…

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Soybeans used in tires, shoes, plywood and more! 14:43

9M ago14:43

14:43

Get ready to be soy-amazed! Join us as we chat with leading expert and soy farmer extraordinaire, Laurie Isley, who spills the "bean" on all things soy. From soy-based shoes that are trendy as they are eco-friendly, to mind-blowing uses you never knew existed with tires, plywood, dust suppressant, turf and more. This episode will leave you hungry f…

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Unlocking the potential of soy and human health through WISHH 16:37

10M ago16:37

16:37

Join us for an insightful discussion with our special guest, Gena Perry, executive director of the World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH). A program of the American Soybean Association, WISHH expands global access to U.S. soy. Through partnerships, technical assistance, and training, WISHH helps address the protein gap and food insecurity…

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40. Launching a Strategic Alliance with Bunge to Pay Growers for New and Existing Sustainability Practices, with Fernando Candia 34:50

11M ago34:50

34:50

Climate change is an issue that's global in scale. So when two companies that are global leaders band together to address the problem, it's sure to make some real headway. Bunge, the world leader in oilseed processing, and Nutrien Ag Solutions are launching a strategic alliance and commercial agreement to support U.S. farmers in the implementation …

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39. Corn Belt Sustainability Insights from the Iowa Nutrient Research Center, with Matt Helmers 35:37

12M ago35:37

35:37

In the heart of the Corn Belt, Iowa has long been a leader in agricultural production. But with a mandate from state lawmakers and the public, the Iowa Nutrient Research Center was launched at Iowa State University in 2013 with a mission to study nutrient management practices, providing recommendations on implementing such practices and developing …

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38. From La Nina to El Nino: Looking Ahead to a Season of Weather Swings, with Eric Snodgrass 34:49

1y ago34:49

34:49

The planter is tuned up, the seed is in the shed, and growers are ready to get to work. But that doesn't mean Mother Nature is in any mood to cooperate yet with Planting Season 2023. In this episode, we talk with Eric Snodgrass, Science Fellow and Principal Atmospheric Scientist at Nutrien Ag Solutions, for a look at what the planting season has in…

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37. What Sustainable Ag Looks Like in 2023, and What It Means for Growers 34:55

1y ago34:55

34:55

We learned a lot in 2022 from our pilot sustainability programs. And in 2023, Nutrien Ag Solutions is using what we learned to craft an even broader range of sustainability programs and opportunities for our grower customers. In this episode, Tom and Sally will examine some of the lessons they took away from last year's major rollout of sustainabil…

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A Climate Smart Platform for Farmers 10:01

1+ y ago10:01

10:01

Alyssa Cho, Sustainable Agronomy Field Team Lead at Bayer is our guest. Alyssa is building a team of Sustainable Systems Agronomists to provide support to farmers for a successful transition to regenerative practices as part of ForGround by Bayer. Alyssa was the Agronomy Lead for a drone-based technology start-up, Aker Technologies prior to joining…

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36. Food Security, Inflation, Russia-Ukraine, Supply Chains and Sustainability, with Mark Thompson 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

38:18

As many as 828 million people were affected by hunger in 2021—a number that is, alarmingly, growing. And at the end of a year that has seen food security disrupted by a number of unexpected issues, like Russia's attack on Ukraine, supply chain issues and inflation, it's expected that these problems will only get more acute. That's why it's more imp…

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Farmers and Ranchers Front and Center in Sharm El Sheikh 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

18:54

Today's episode is a must see and is reference for all of our futures. USFRA CEO, Erin Fitzgerald, has been on a worldwide tour sharing the voice of the US Farmers and Ranchers globally. She's just returned from the critical and sometimes nail-biting 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or what's called the conference of the parties of th…

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35. How Do We Measure Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and Why It's More Important Than Ever for Growers 28:23

1+ y ago28:23

28:23

As we work to counter the effects of global climate change, carbon accounting—the ways we measure greenhouse gas emissions and reduction—is becoming more important than ever. In this new field, carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide gas emissions from fertilizer use present a problem, not only at the field level, but up through the supply chain …

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34. NASCAR Spotter Brett Griffin: Eyes in the Sky and Boots in the Field 38:56

1+ y ago38:56

38:56

NASCAR drivers may get all the glory. But just like a grower depends on their hands in the field, a driver depends on the team around them. And without the eyes in the sky of the team spotter, a NASCAR team would be blind as they tried to coordinate their strategy on the track. So in this episode, we’re back at the Charlotte Motor Speedway with Bre…

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33. NASCAR's AJ Allmendinger: Pursuing Excellence on the Track and in the Field 28:47

1+ y ago28:47

28:47

Over the last six years at Kaulig Racing, Matt Kaulig and Chris Rice have built a winning Xfinity series program, bringing in veteran NASCAR driver AJ Allmendinger to lead them to a series of big wins this year and positioning them to compete for a championship in Phoenix. Similarly, growers are building, growing and planning sustainability in thei…

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32. Economic Sustainability: Building a Farming Legacy for the Future, with John Maman from Nutrien Financial 28:47

1+ y ago28:47

28:47

Growers build their legacy in the farming success they have today, but also the impact they leave for the future. But if an operation doesn't have the financial support it needs, that could affect its viability for future generations. So in this episode of the Future. Faster Podcast, we're talking to John Maman, sales and marketing director at Nutr…

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31. Why Soil Health Can Be a Sustainability Game-Changer, with Lizzie French 30:21

1+ y ago30:21

30:21

Having their hands in the dirt is nothing new to farmers in North America. But it turns out they're not the only ones "working the field." In every cubic inch of soil, there's a miniature ecosystem living, breathing and feeding—and the health of that ecosystem can have a vast impact on crop yields, water retention and even the overall success or fa…

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The 2022 world Food Prize Goes to... A NASA Scientist! 12:46

1+ y ago12:46

12:46

To round out summer listening, we are scheduled to hear from Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig, winner of the prestigious 2022 World Food Prize, which honors leaders who are making huge strides in enhancing global food security and availability. Dr. Rosenzweig, a senior research scientist and head of the Climate Impacts Group at NASA’s Goddard Institute for S…

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30. Harvest Time in the American South: Cover Crop and Soil Sampling Insights, with Clara Millsaps 32:23

1+ y ago32:23

32:23

Another growing season is winding down, and harvest time is upon us in the American South. And so, in this episode, we'll talk with Nutrien Ag Solutions South Region Agronomist Clara Millsaps to get an update on how the harvest is expected to progress in her area, what sorts of conditions and yields farmers can anticipate this year, and why now is …

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29. How High-Tech Inputs From Loveland Products Are Improving Sustainable Outcomes and Profitability, with Brandon Laws and Taylor Ivy 30:01

1+ y ago30:01

30:01

Controlling nutrient runoff is essential for protecting waterways, improving water use efficiency and boosting growers' profitability. So in this episode, Tom and Sally discuss how Nutrien Ag Solutions is helping farmers take on the challenge. Through the Sustainable Nitrogen Outcomes (SNO) program, growers can get paid to reduce their nitrogen use…

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28. California Water Management: Foreshadowing a World of Weather Extremes? with Chris White 34:43

1+ y ago34:43

34:43

California is in the middle of a historic drought. And since 1990, average annual water allocation to growers from state water systems has been cut in half as water resources dwindle. So how do growers plan for their crop when faced with an unreliable water supply? On this episode, Chris White, General Manager of the San Joaquin River Exchange Cont…

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27. Inside the World's First Carbon Neutral Food Company, with Mauricio Alanis from Maple Leaf Foods 34:34

2y ago34:34

34:34

In earning the distinction of being "carbon neutral," Ontario-based Maple Leaf Foods had to reduce its carbon footprint, and then invest in projects that offset its remaining output of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. It certainly wasn't an easy process. But it was absolutely worth it, according to Director of Sustainability Strategy and Partn…

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Tractor Supply Company’s Sustainability Practices and Engagement with USFRA 16:23

2y ago16:23

16:23

In today’s episode we explore how the almost $13 billion retailer – Tractor Supply, with over 2,000 stores across 49 states, is a leader in working with farmers and ranchers - and committed to the goal of net zero operations. Tractor Supply’s mission statement is: “To work hard, have fun and make money by providing legendary service and great produ…

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