Best Yara Crop Nutrition Podcasts (2024)

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Building a Sustainable Food System Together 39:15

9d ago39:15

39:15

In this Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast episode, Dr. Isaac Mpanga, Yara's Sustainable Food Solutions Director, discusses the importance of sustainable food systems and agronomic agricultural practices. They explore the role of stakeholders in making sustainable agriculture a reality and how Yara is involved in promoting sustainable practices. Isaac emp…

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New Season Supplies 10:45

8d ago10:45

10:45

In the twelfth episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Crop Nutrition Agronomist Natalie Wood regarding the new season. The conversation looks into the recent conversations and feedback from the cereals event, the importance of Sulphur, product recommendations from Nitrates to NPKs, grain analysis for the forthcoming season and ideal stor…

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New Incubator Farm: Towards a Nature-Positive Dairy Production 20:53

16d ago20:53

20:53

We're excited to announce the launch of their sixth incubator farm in North America near Livingston County, New York, focused on improving forage quality and environmental sustainability in dairy feed production. The farm is a 150-acre field separated into strips alternating between corn silage and alfalfa. The goal is to study different crop nutri…

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Mid-Season Grazing 18:12

25d ago18:12

18:12

In the eleventh podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Crop Nutrition Agronomist Ireland lead Philip Cosgrave regarding mid-season grazing. The conversation also includes grassland quality, grazing management for dairy farmers, fertiliser programme recommendations and the importance of regular checks within paddocks.…

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Maximize Citrus Yield with Potassium! 19:12

24d ago19:12

19:12

This episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast focuses on the vital role of potassium in citrus production and how it can boost yields. Potassium is crucial for water, nutrient, and carbohydrate movement in plants, enhancing leaf size, tree vigor, and overall health. It plays a major role in crop yield and fruit quality in citrus crops. Citrus tre…

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Sustainable Farming and Water Management 20:48

1M ago20:48

20:48

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Tobin Stetson, a seasoned professional with a rich civil engineering and soil conservation background, who recently joined Yara to support our efforts in the Eastern Canadian markets. We discuss the relationship between civil engineering and soil conservation, the importance of water in agriculture, and th…

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Foliar Nutrition - Potatoes and Sugar beet 15:37

1M ago15:37

15:37

In the tenth podcast of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with YaraVita Product Manager Chris Harrold regarding foliar feeding for potatoes and sugar beet. The conversation also goes into the importance of soil sampling, boron deficiency, results from biostimulants trials and recommendations for growers including YaraVita Magphos K for potatoes and…

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Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 5 - Rice 38:08

1M ago38:08

38:08

This is the 5th and final episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America. These farms are dedicated to find innovative ways to improve farm productivity balanced with sustainable practices that can be implemented by growers to improve their on-farm profits. In this episode the focus is on the Arkan…

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Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 4 - Potato 24:31

2M ago24:31

24:31

We are in the forth episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America is using to find innovative ways to improve farm productivity balanced with sustainable practices that can be implemented by growers to improve their on-farm profits. In this episode, Scott Warr and Erika Wagner discuss the Yara inc…

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Second Cut Silage Production 16:18

2M ago16:18

16:18

In the nineth podcast of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave regarding second cut silage, challenges with first cut silage due to the weather conditions, soil health, slurry applications and mineral fertiliser recommendations for farmers.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 3 - Grains 22:48

2M ago22:48

22:48

We are in the third episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America is using to find innovative ways to improve farm productivity balanced with sustainable practices that can be implemented by growers to improve their on-farm profits. Today, we're talking about the incubator farm in the Canadian pra…

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Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 2 - Almonds 27:54

2M ago27:54

27:54

In this part 2 of our Incubator Farm series, Devin Clarke, takes us to the Yara Almond Incubator Farm in Modesto, California, a pioneering site in the heart of California's Central Valley. The farm is part of a series dedicated to exploring innovative solutions that combine enhanced farm productivity with sustainable practices. This 80-acre farm, w…

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The benefits of Liquid Fertilisers 18:17

2M ago18:17

18:17

In the eighth podcast of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Head of Crop Nutrition Services Phil Burrell regarding farmers to consider the benefits and planning for the next season with liquid fertilisers, what the advantages and disadvantages of liquid fertilisers, how it can be applied to crops and some of the best practices for farmers looki…

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Yara's Incubator Farm Network: Part 1 - Soil Health 25:45

2M ago25:45

25:45

This is the first in a series of episodes focused on the five incubator farms that Yara is managing in North America. Launched in 2019, the Yara Incubator Farms Network is not just a series of farms; it's a visionary project connecting the dots between farming practices and the global food chain. With over 600 acres across North America, these farm…

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Can Soil Be as Essential as the Air We Breathe? 42:55

2M ago42:55

42:55

How important is the thin layer of crust on earth that we call soil? Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Yara North America's Director of Agronomy, and soil science expert Professor John Havlin help us understand. Dr. Havlin's work has not only revolutionized grape cultivation in North Carolina but also advanced sustainable farming practices worldwide. In this epis…

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Introduction into Biostimulants 13:48

3M ago13:48

13:48

In the seventh podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with YaraVita Product Manager Chris Harrold regarding Biostimulants including the different types from microbial and non-microbial, how Biostimulants are designed to improve nutrient use efficiency and what Yara UK have been doing to get involved with Biostimulants by collating dat…

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Benefits of Selenium 14:28

3M ago14:28

14:28

In the sixth podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave on going into the new season with the benefits of Selenium and NPKs. The conversation goes into having the prime nutrients within the soil following on from a wet winter, the importance of soil testing and the benefits of including Sulphur.…

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Optimize your yield with Atfarm 13:09

4M ago13:09

13:09

In the fifth podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with Agronomy Operations Manager Natalie Wood on our digital farming solutions with using various tools such as Yara’s Atfarm mobile application and the N-Tester BT which provides instant field-specific nitrogen recommendations.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Current Events in Ag: What We Need to Know 35:15

4M ago35:15

35:15

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast is a little different. We talk with Taylor Chalstrom, the dynamic managing editor of My Ag Life and host of the My Ag Life podcast. My Ag Life is a cornerstone resource dedicated to enriching the agricultural community in the Western United States with cutting-edge information. We talk about crucia…

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The importance of YaraVita on Cereal and Oilseed Crops 13:26

4M ago13:26

13:26

In the fourth podcast episode of 2024, Ken Rundle has a discussion with YaraVita Product Manager Chris Harrold regarding the current challenges in the season due to the weather, recommendations on current crops including leaf tissue testing and the importance of implementing foliar nutrients including YaraVita Gramitrel and YaraVita Brassitrel Pro.…

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Unlocking Nitrogen Use Efficiency 38:26

4M ago38:26

38:26

Dr. Jim Camberado discusses nitrogen use efficiency in crop production. Dr. Camberado shares his experience working with crops such as corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, and the challenges in executing nitrogen use efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of nitrogen use efficiency due to the dynamic nature of nitrogen in the soil and its impact on cro…

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Sustainable Wine Growing: The Future? 44:59

4M ago44:59

44:59

What does it take to grow the perfect grape? Find out in today’s episode with Stan Grant, a vineyard specialist with decades of experience in the grape-growing industry. We discuss Stan's journey into grape growing, the biggest issue in grape nutrition, balancing yield and quality, changes in grape growing practices, creating a crop nutrition plan,…

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Optimise your silage production 15:37

5M ago15:37

15:37

In the third podcast for 2024, Ken Rundle has a brief discussion with Yara’s Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave regarding silage production, current weather conditions, grassland management and recommendations for early nitrogen applications.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Early Nitrogen for grazing 14:11

5M ago14:11

14:11

In the second podcast for 2024, Ken Rundle talks to Yara’s Grassland Agronomist Philip Cosgrave on Early Nitrogen for grazing with the importance of grass growth and first and second application rates recommendations.By Yara Agronomy Team

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pH Puzzle: Understanding and Combatting Soil Acidification 41:35

5M ago41:35

41:35

In recent years, we have seen a rise in soil acidification. Today's episode discusses the causes, signs, and effects of soil acidification, as well as strategies for mitigation, adaptation, and prevention (MAP). Joining Yara's Dr. Rob Mikkelsen is Dr. Clain Jones, renowned Montana State University Extension soil fertility specialist and Dr. Manbir …

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First nitrogen of the year for arable crops 11:35

6M ago11:35

11:35

In the first podcast for 2024, Ken Rundle talks to Yara's Agronomy Operations Manager, Natalie Wood, about first nitrogen applications and how the weather conditions at the end of 2023 have impacted timings for the spring.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Ashes to Agriculture: The Ancient Roots of Potash 46:43

6M ago46:43

46:43

This episode explores the history, development, and sustainability of the potash industry. We are joined by Dr. Davide Ciceri, who currently leads innovative R&D at AgroPlantae, Inc. and Yara’s Director of Agronomy, Dr. Rob Mikkelsen. We begin with the origins of potash, which can be traced back to ancient methods of extracting potassium compounds …

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Safety First: Navigating the Complexities of Liquid Fertilizer Blending 30:49

6M ago30:49

30:49

In this episode, the hosts discuss the benefits and challenges of using liquid fertilizers. Dr. Karl Wyant, Director of Agronomy at Nutrien, and Dr. Rob Mikkelsen, Director of Agronomy at Yara, explain how liquid fertilizers offer more flexibility in creating customized nutrient formulations tailored to specific crop needs. They emphasize the impor…

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How can Foliar-Applied Nutrition help with Water Usage? 26:52

7M ago26:52

26:52

In the dynamic world of crop production, staying ahead means understanding not just the 'how' but the 'why' behind effective agronomics. And that's exactly what we're unpacking in this episode. Foliar nutrition is more than just a trend; it’s a pivotal part of modern agriculture, offering targeted, efficient, and quick nutrient delivery to your cro…

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Review the past year to improve in the next. 15:51

7M ago15:51

15:51

In our final podcast for 2023, Ken Rundle talks to Yara's Grassland Agronomist, Philip Cosgrave, about the challenges grassland farmers faced in 2023 and how reviewing these difficulties could benefit farmers planning for 2024.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Beyond the Basics: Furthering the 4Rs of Nutrient Stewardship 31:39

7M ago31:39

31:39

How can furthering the practices of the 4R nutrient management, transform not only agricultural productivity but also contribute significantly to environmental sustainability and climate change mitigation? Dr. Tom Bruulsema, Chief Scientist at Plant Nutrition Canada, and Yara’s Director Of Agronomy, Dr. Rob Mikkelsen are back with us to talk about …

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Green to Arid: An Irish Soil Scientist's Global Odyssey 31:34

7M ago31:34

31:34

This episode is a part 2 from last week, where Dr. Rob Mikkelsen met up with some notable soil scientists at the American Society of Agronomy conference. In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the life and career of Dr. John Ryan, a distinguished international soil scientist with an extraordinary background. Born and raised in Ireland, Dr. R…

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Getting the most out of this year’s CropTec event. 11:28

8M ago11:28

11:28

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Yara's Head of Agronomy, Mark Tucker, about this year's CropTec event, why you should visit our stand and also join our ever-popular seminar looking at how we are helping growers make informed decisions about fertiliser use.By Yara Agronomy Team

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From Pampas to Progress: Argentina's Agricultural Innovations 37:24

8M ago37:24

37:24

Dr. Rob Mikkelsen recently attended the American Society of Agronomy Conference. He reunited with many of his colleagues and we have the chance to bring two international influencers onto our podcast over the next couple weeks. In this week's podcast, we delve into the heart of modern agriculture with Dr. Fernando Garcia, a renowned expert in soil …

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Organo-mineral fertiliser (OMF) for added organic matter and stability. 15:38

8M ago15:38

15:38

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Dr Paul O’Hora, Yara’s Senior OMF Project Portfolio Manager, alongside Dr Emma Burak, Yara's Sustainable Fertiliser Manager about Organo-mineral fertiliser (OMF) and the work Yara is doing to help create a Nature Positive Food Future.By Yara Agronomy Team

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The Art of Fertility: Best Practices in Dairy Crop Nutrition 35:43

8M ago35:43

35:43

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition podcast, we delve into the world of crop management and dairy operations with guests Emmaline Long from Yara North America and Dave DeGolyer from the Western New York Crop Management Association. Over 35 minutes, they discuss the critical role of 4R Nutrient Stewardship in dairy farms, including the develo…

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Crop nutrition planning with Yara’s Atfarm 11:19

9M ago11:19

11:19

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Natalie Wood, Yara's Agronomy Operations Manager to discuss crop nutrition planning and how Atfarm can help farmers easily tackle nutrient management decisions.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Plan ahead to get the best start in the new year 15:17

9M ago15:17

15:17

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Yara’s Grassland Agronomist, Philip Cosgrave about late-season grazing and what farmers can do to utilise grassland going into winter.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Foliar nutrition programmes to give crops the best start this season 15:47

10M ago15:47

15:47

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Yara’s Head of Crop Nutrition Services, Phil Burrell, about foliar nutrition programmes for the autumn season.By Yara Agronomy Team

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From Field to Future: Cutting Emissions Without Cutting Corners 30:43

10M ago30:43

30:43

In this episode of the Yara's Crop Nutrition Podcast, Scott and Dr. Rob Michelson discuss the Canadian government's mandate to reduce fertilizer-related greenhouse emissions by 30% by 2030. They are joined by Dr. Tom Bruulsema, the chief scientist at Plant Nutrition Canada, to delve into the evidence supporting the four R's of nutrient stewardship …

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The Science Beneath Your Feet: Unearthing Nitrogen's Impact on Agriculture 39:02

10M ago39:02

39:02

In today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of soil science and agronomy with Dr. Newell Kitchen, who has recently published an eye-opening research paper titled "A New Perspective When Examining Maize Fertilizer Nitrogen Use Efficiency, Incrementally." We'll explore the key insights from his groundbreaking work and how they can transfor…

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Consider delaying P and K applications until spring. 15:35

10M ago15:35

15:35

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Yara's Head of Agronomy, Mark Tucker, about crop nutrition in the autumn and how applying P and K now may not be the best option.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Unlock the Mystery: Why Different Soil Labs Give Different Results! 39:31

10M ago39:31

39:31

In this episode, we're excited to welcome Dr. Grant Cardon, a professor and Extension Soils Specialist at Utah State University's Department of Plants, Soils & Climate. With years of expertise in soil, water, and nutrient management in the Western U.S., Dr. Cardon is a leading authority in his field. Today, Yara's Dr. Rob Mikkelsen joins in the con…

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Turning the 4Rs of Nutritent Stewardship to an 11! 46:40

10M ago46:40

46:40

We recently did a podcast episode on the creation of the 4Rs of Nutrient stewardship with Dr. Paul Fixen. This was a simple to understand management strategy to improve nutrient use efficiency and on-farm profits. Today we are going to expand on this strategy and talk about how the evolution of farming has changed and how we can become more precise…

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Testing soils, grains and tissue 22:03

10M ago22:03

22:03

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Jon Telfer, Yara Analytical Services Manager alongside Dr Peter Berry from ADAS about the importance of not only soil testing but also grain and tissue analysis.By Yara Agronomy Team

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Bee Buzz: Cultivating Profits with Pollinators 32:45

11M ago32:45

32:45

Today we are diving into a fascinating topic that is both crucial to modern agriculture and a wonder of the natural world – bees. These tiny yet mighty creatures have been an integral part of farming for centuries, shaping the landscapes of our fields and the flavors on our plates. In this episode, we're joined by a seasoned bee expert, Jeff Shaw, …

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Fertility Unleashed: Mastering Apple Nutrient Balance and Growth 34:24

11M ago34:24

34:24

In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, we will explore apple fertility, focusing on the key nutrients that are essential for optimal growth and fruit development. We also uncover the factors that impact fertility recommendations, including soil pH, organic matter content, weather conditions, and crop rotation practices. Emmaline Long, …

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A year's placement with Yara 14:08

11M ago14:08

14:08

In our latest podcast, Ken Rundle talks to Queen’s University Belfast student Helen Sinton about her year placement with Yara UK and Ireland and what experiences and knowledge she gained whilst with the company.By Yara Agronomy Team

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How the 4Rs Reshape Nutrient Management: A History 39:33

11M ago39:33

39:33

It’s been 11 years since the 4R Plant Nutrition manual was published, setting out a framework for the stewardship of plant nutrients agreed to by soil fertility scientists and crop nutrition practitioners. This episode delves into the fascinating history behind the 4Rs of Nutrient Stewardship, a groundbreaking framework created by The Fertilizer In…

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Sustainable Turf: Balancing Playability and Soil Health on Sports Turf 38:10

11M ago38:10

38:10

In the realm of professional sports, the meticulous care of sports turf fields sets the stage for exceptional athlete performance. Unlike traditional farmlands, urban landscapes, or native ecosystems, these specialized fields demand precise agronomic strategies to withstand the rigors of athletic activity. Tailoring crop nutrition to specific turf …

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