Smarter Every Season
Episodes
60: Dealer Training Spotlight
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Dealer Training quickly approaching, the product support team is busy putting stands and content together. Join Nate and Freya as they talk to on...
59: Why Am I So Busy?
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why am I so busy and how do I manage my time efficiently? Join Tyler and Hans as they are joined by Dave Robinson and Kate Moore to talk about time ma...
58: Air Seeder Basics with RM's Shawn Livingston and Dustin Weinkauf
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hans, Clay and Nate sit down to talk about Air Seeders and Drills. They are joined by two Precision Planting Region Managers (Dustin WeinKauf and Shaw...
Ep 57: Agriculture in Ukraine
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler and Freya chat with Precision Planting employees Grigoriy Avram and DJ Ivan (Ivan Daineko) about challenges and opportunities in Ukrainian agric...
56. Harvest: Using The Data
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ken Sauder joins Tyler and new host Nathan Burnham as we talk about the upcoming harvest season. In previous episodes, we have discussed what YieldSen...
55: Regional Managers Talk Inventory Management
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gavin Burgess (Region Manager E. Iowa) and Matt Grove (Region Manager Pacific West) share tips and tricks to ensure inventory management success. Feat...
54: The Art of Learning
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All four of our original hosts, Tyler, Paul, Hans, and Nolan, are gathered together as we talk about neuroplasticity. After a brief conversa...
53: Dealer Spotlight-How Do You Handle Inventory? Part 2
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Tyler Hubert and Bryan Jackson pick up where they left off in part 2 of this two part series. This time they talk about inventory management pra...
52: Dealer Spotlight-How Do You Handle Inventory? Part 1
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part one of this two part series, hosts Tyler Hubert and Bryan Jackson sit down with Hans Jensen, a Premier Dealer from Dalhart, Texas. The hosts t...
51: Asking Better Questions-Approaching a Field
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 39, Smarter Every Season host Paul, Tyler, Hans, and Nolan passed along practical advice and questions to help troubleshoot issues. This ep...
50: Hanlon's Razor
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we lose trust in our team mates? Have you ever witnessed a stranger doing something and immediately thought the worst of that person? Have you...
49: How to avoid 'that smell'
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you found yourself humming the bars to a Lynyrd Skynyrd tune after reading this episodes title, you're welcome! Thankfully this episode will NOT i...
48: Spring Updates for May 26, 2022
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes for the final "Spring Updates" style of Smarter Every Season-Post Emergence reminders-Sidedress setup reminders for Gen 3 and Gen 2-Reminde...
47: Spring Updates for May 19, 2022
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes for this episode include:-Crop change tip when switch crops on Gen 2 after using a custom seed disk-Tips for split row planters when changi...
46: Spring Updates for May 12, 2022
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes for this episode include:-Important note on NOT using a CAN Booster with Gen 3 monitor-vApply HD with Gen 2: Dont change the min and max GP...
45: Spring Updates for May 5, 2022
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Main talking points for this episode include:-In Gen 3 prescriptions do not automatically import from Fieldview-Setup reminders for Gen 3 systems with...
44: Spring Updates for April 28, 2022
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Show notes for this episode include:-SmartFirmer expectation when we are and are not planting-A reminder about flowmeter harnesses on vApply Base or S...
43: Spring Updates for April 21, 2022
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the episode of Smarter Every Season, host Tyler Hubert and Hans Stutzman cover:-Setup of the vApply Rate Controller when HDs are installed on a Gen...
42: Spring Updates for April 14, 2022
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Items covered in this episode of Smarter Every Season are:-Strategy for isolating components when we are stuck "detecting devices" or "updating firmwa...
41: Spring Updates for April 7, 2022
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Smarter Every Season, in the spring updates style format, the host cover the following topics:-For Gen 3 users on the 2022.1.x soft...
40: Spring Updates for March 31, 2022
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the previous episode of Smarter Every Season, the hosts mentioned that the format of this podcast would change from longer episodes with guest inte...
39: Asking Better Questions
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For anyone who has ever tried to troubleshoot an issue before, you probably feel like getting all of the details and understanding what they mean are ...
38: Chatting Culture with Justin Kauffman
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is a full house in this episode when General Manager Justin Kauffman stops by to talk with the Smarter Every Season crew. The bulk of the conversat...
37: Dealer Panel - "How do you handle service?"
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the last episode of Smarter Every Season, the hosts had an in-depth conversation with former Precision Planting engineer turned dealer Ben Schlipf...
36: Interview with Ben Schlipf
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season team sits down with Ben Schlipf to talk through ideas that can help make installs and servicing product in spring easier. Ben...
35: Kicking Off 2022
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 2022! We are excited to be back and recording again. Hosts Tyler, Hans, and Paul share a quick update for where we've been, some teasers ...
34: Precision Planting in Argentina
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are blessed with a visit from our teammates from Argentina into the studio. Join the fun as we laugh and learn about everything fr...
33: A New Look to Learning at Precision Planting
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode the hosts welcome Joel Rieker from the Product Support team to talk about a new, year-round mindset to training (We also discover Paul...
32: Talking Combines with Caleb Schleder
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Caleb Schleder joins the team to share some of his experiences around harvesting. We dutifully covered the core processes that a comb...
31: Preparing to Run YieldSense with Wendy Ulrich
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we are joined by Wendy Ulrich, the product lead for Yieldsense. Wendy passes on her advice on how to get growers ready to run Yieldse...
30: Partner Spotlight: Carl Dodge
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joining us this episode is Carl Dodge from Dodge Brothers Farm. Carl is very active on and has a strong following on social media. He has a strong d...
29: Interview with Justin McMenamy
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Justin McMenamy, Director of Product, at Precision Planting visits Smarter Every Season to share some stories and insights. Justin tells the story o...
28: Dealer Spotlight: Ag Info Tech
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A part of the Ag Info Tech team took time out of their day at PTI to sit down with Smarter Every Season. Matt Culler, Randy Whitson, and Chase Gasse...
27: Reveal Product Launch with Lucas Wesley and Jason Stoller
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Stoller and Lucas Wesley join the crew in studio to share more background on the research, development, and field experiences as Precision Plant...
26: Spring Lessons and PTI Updates with Jason Webster
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, the hosts welcome Jason Webster, Commercial Agronomist at the Precision Technology Institute (PTI) research farm in Pontiac, Illinois...
25: Feeling Too Old For Precision Planting Technology
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Region Managers Josh Stoller (Southern Illinois) and Jason Portner (Minnesota) join the show to discuss ways to encourage growers who say, "I'm too ol...
24: Spring 2021 Wrap up
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The hosts of Smarter Every Season get together again after the spring to wrap up the 2021 planting season.
23: Emergence Kits with Bryce Baker
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The hosts of Smarter Every Season talk to Precision Planting Integrated Marketing Manager Bryce Baker about a useful tool from Precision Planting that...
22: Planter Maintenance: Fertility and Pesticide Systems
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
21: Planter Maintenance: Closing Systems
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
20: Planter Maintenance: Down Force and Depth Stop Calibrations
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
19: Planter Maintenance: Seed Meters and Metering Drive Systems
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
18: Planter Maintenance: Seed Tubes, Seed Tube Guards, & Keeton Seed Firmers
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
17: Planter Maintenance: Disk Openers, Gauge Wheels, and Depth Adjustments
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
16: Planter Maintenance: Row Cleaners & Parallel Arms
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
15: Planter Maintenance: Planter Bar Height and Levelness
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew was asked to tackle the subject of Planter Maintenance. As every manufacturer and supplier has notes and details on the...
14: Allen and Emil discuss Spring 2021 software
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew invites their colleagues Allen Huber and Emil Bandy into the studio for a discussion on the release of 2021.1.0 software...
13: Pre-Spring 2021 Risks and Opportunities
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew pulls input from 6 of our Regional Managers on the biggest potential risks and opportunities to our listeners success in...
12: Meter Testing Basics with Bryan Jackson
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season Team sits down and talks about meter testing with product support member Bryan Jackson.Join us as we discuss a wide range of ...
11: Cory Muhlbauer and Aaron Hermann discuss Multi-Hybrid
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the final of three episodes with Agronomists Cory Muhlbauer and Aaron Hermann the conversation focuses on multi-hybrid planting. Below are some of ...
10: Cory Muhlbaur and Aaron Hermann delve into Variable Rating
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Smarter Every Season, Agronomists Cory Muhlbauer and Aaron Hermann are back. This time they are helping listeners thoroughly unders...
9: Cory Muhlbauer and Aaron Hermann explain SmartFirmer and Organic Matter
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew has their first Precision Planting Premier Dealer (Jake Brune) on the Podcast for his suggestion of a topic he would lik...
8: Winter Conference Teaser
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season team sits down with Precision Plantings's marketing manager, Bryce Baker, to discuss the 2021 Winter Conference on Jan 19th-2...
7: Wrapping up 2020 with Brad Arnold
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew welcomes Brad Arnold back into Precision for look in the rear view mirror at 2020. Brad helps us celebrate the holiday ...
6: SmartDepth Discussion with Ryan Johnson
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew sits down with the SmartDepth Product Support Lead, Ryan Johnson, to talk through some of the questions and challenges t...
5: EM Flowsense Discussion
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season crew sits down with the EM Flowsense Product Support Lead, Nate Kincaid, to talk through some of the questions and challenges...
4: Harvest Update with Jason Webster
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Webster joins Smarter Every Season in this episode to give us an update on harvest activities. Jason is our Commercial Agronomist and leads our...
3: Advanced Dealer Training Preview
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Smarter Every Season team gets together to discuss the format of Advanced Dealer Training this year. They also reveal what each course at advanced...
2: Interview with Will Frank on YieldSense
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will Frank joins Smarter Every Season for this episode to talk about Precision Planting's YieldSense and the development history behind the product. W...
1: Interview with Justin Kauffman on Extreme Ownership
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episodes guest is Justin Kauffman; the General Manager for Precision Planting, a good friend, and avid reader. We get to unpack one of Justin's ...
Pilot: Sharing the Vision
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We want to get smarter every season and want listeners to join us in that journey.Show Outline:-Introduction and guiding principles. - Sharing the vis...