Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
How To Deal With Impacts of Weather Variations and Climate Change with Dr. Matt Yost
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Climate change and weather are dynamic. How can we adjust our inputs, specifically irrigation and nutrition, to be more successful with these change...
Calcium: Do I Need to Apply More?
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is the difference in total calcium, soluble calcium, and exchangeable calcium? All calcium sources need to be considered and know how it is beh...
Citrus: Transitioning from Spring Flush to Flowering
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Spring flush for citrus is a critical growth stage. John Martzen, agronomist with GAR Bennett, joins Vanessa Dominguez (Vicencio) to talk about some...
Dr. Isaac Madsen Has X-Ray Vision
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldn't it be nice if we could see how the roots of a plant respond to treatments? Dr. Isaac Madsen, Extension Agronomist at Washington State Unive...
How to Transition your Turf in the Spring
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Spring is here and our turf is transitioning out of dormancy, depending on where you live. What knowledge do turf managers need to make smart choice...
Wine Grape Nutrition During Spring Bud Break
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As wine grapes come out of winter dormancy and begin bud break, proper balanced nutrition is critical for quality and yield goals. Paul Crout, CCA/P...
4Rs of Nutrient Stewardship Success Stories
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For the last ten years, The Fertilizer Institute has designated five growers and their retailer as advocates of the 4Rs of nutrient stewardship. Eac...
Don't Treat Your Soil Like Dirt
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Soil structure and health is critical growers to improve crop productivity and sustainability. Dr. Karl Wyant, VP of Ag Science at Heliae Agricultur...
Resiliency of Our Turf Grass Industry
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
2020 was a challenge for all of us but there were many silver linings and lessons learned. Tim Kreger, Executive Director of the Carolinas Golf Cour...
Calcium is Critical for Short and Long Term Plant Health and Production - Part 2
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 Last week we discussed the importance of calcium and that you cannot rely on soil tests to identify difficiencies in Ca. This week we talk ab...
Why Should You Be Applying Calcium Even if Your Soil Analysis Says You Have Plenty?
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of 2: Calcium levels that are shown on soil reports can mislead you to believe that you don't need supplemental applications. This could prov...
Complete Citrus: Good Agronomics Always Wins
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A good consistent agronomic plan is key to success with permanent crops. In this episode, we talk about citrus: What are the economic impacts to th...
The Alchemy of Air with Author Thomas Hager
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We did a short podcast back in October about the discovery of synthetic fertilizer and mentioned the book, "The Alchemy of Air: A Jewish Genius, a Doo...
Incubator Farms: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the final of three episodes dedicated to Yara's incubator farms in North America. Through collaborative efforts with customers, partners, and ...
Incubator Farms: Auburn, Alabama
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second of three episodes dedicated to Yara's incubator farms in North America. Through collaborative efforts with Auburn University, as we...
Incubator Farms: Where Knowledge Grows
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the next two episodes, we will introduce you to the three incubator farms that Yara is directing in North America. Through collaborative efforts wi...
An Unsung Hero: Norman Borlaug
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you don't know who Norman Borlaug is, you are not alone BUT need to listen to this episode. Norman has been responsible for saving billions of li...
The Alchemy of Air - Changing the World Through Mineral Fertilizer
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recently on October 13, we celebrated Global Fertilizer Day. Mineral fertilizer is the world's most life-saving innovation. How did this innovatio...
Balancing Your Budget and Investing for Future Success
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the key decisions a grower and advisor has to make is how to plan for the future and how resources can be most effectively used. This year the ...
Calcium Nitrate for the Win!
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An avocado grower sees dramatic increases in his fruit set and quality when he switches from traditional forms of Nitrogen to Calcium Nitrate this yea...
Monitoring Your Crops - ATW EP 42
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie talks about the different ways we can monitor our crops throughout the season. Each of these methods are valuable and the more you ...
Water Quality Part 3 - ATW EP 41
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just because water is wet, doesn't mean it is good for your soil or crop. Soil will take on the characteristics of the water that is applied. Wate...
Water Quality - ATW EP 40
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just because water is wet, doesn't mean it is good for your soil or crop. Soil will take on the characteristics of the water that is applied. Wate...
Importance of Water Quality Part 1- ATW EP 39
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just because water is wet, doesn't mean it is good for your soil or crop. Soil will take on the characteristics of the water that is applied. Wate...
Yara's Agronomic Audio Magazine - volume 1
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our first "grab bag" we call the Audio Magazine, we get Yara Sales Agronomists: Katelin Britton & Victor Lopez Yara Product Specialist: David Morg...
Mitigating Heat Stress on Permanent Crops - ATW EP 38
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As temperatures rise, our crops can succumb to stress that might have detrimental effects on our yields and quality this year and next year. Permanent...
What are the Best Practices in Corn Production?- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 38
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is our continued discussion with David Chaffin, Digital Agronomist, and Dr. Steve Petrie from last week. Corn yields have improved over the pas...
Bipartisan Nutrition: Nitrogen and Sulfur Working Together
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yara's Market Development Managers, Dr. Trey Cutts and Markus Braaten help us understand how Sulfur and Nitrogen, working together, can increase crop ...
Achieving the Genetic Potential of Corn- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 37
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yara Digital Agronomist and corn expert, David Chaffin, joins Dr. Steve Petrie to discuss the agronomics of corn. In the last 100 years our planted ...
Good Guys Gone Bad: Toxic Nutrients- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 36
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we talked about some toxic elements. This week we dive into some essential nutrients that can also be toxic. We specifically talk about:...
Toxic Elements to Watch Out For- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 35
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are some toxic elements (non-essential elements that are toxic to crops)that are common in agricultural settings. The two that we will discuss...
Foliar Nutrition Part 2- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 34
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we continue to understand proper foliar nutrition, we should understand the RIGHT RATE and the RIGHT TIMING for these applications to have the desi...
Why Use Foliar Nutrition Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 33
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Foliar nutrition can complete a great nutrition program. Some advantages of using foliar applied nutrition with a base fertility program are: Corre...
Free Lime in Soil is Really Not Free- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 32
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie helps us understand what free lime in soil is and how it can effect some nutrient availability, which nutrients to worry about and so...
Cation Exchange Explained- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 31
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is Cation Exchange Capacity and why is that important when developing and executing a complete nutrition plan for you crop and field? Dr. Steve...
What Should You Know About Soil pH- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 30
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie helps us understand how soil pH can help improve nutrient uptake and overall crop health. He answers the following questions: What...
How to Run a Family Farm in Troubling Times - Shay Myers of Owyhee Produce
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Shay Myers is the General Manager of Owyhee Produce, a third-generation family farm and one of the largest vertically-integrated produce farms in the ...
Complete Nutrition - Western Canada Audio Newsletter
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our Sales Agronomists from Western Canada talk about how complete nutrition is important and doable. Read their last Newsletter and subscrib...
The Dirt on Your Dirt Part 2- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 29
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Soils are the medium for plant growth. Soils have physical, chemical and biological properties that should be understood to maximize the genetic pot...
The Dirt on Your Dirt Part 1- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 28
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Soils are the medium for plant growth. Soils have physical, chemical and biological properties that should be understood to maximize the genetic pot...
How to Take Tissue Samples and Use the Results- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 27
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is the correct process to take a plant sample? We talk about how, when, where, what part of the plant and common mistakes that can be avoided. ...
Nitrogen Management in the Real Word
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Trey Cutts, Crop Manager at Yara North America, and Dr. Bobby Golden, Associate Professor at Mississippi State University, as they delve into the...
Why Should We Use Tissue Analysis- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 26
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie discusses why we should add plant analysis to our tools for plant growth and financial optimization. Soil testing is a predictive t...
Interpreting Soil Sample Lab Results- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 25
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the third of our three part series on soil samples, Dr. Steve Petrie talks about the interpretation of the lab results: How reliable is the databa...
Lab Analysis of Soil Samples- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 24
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Soil Samples are important to understand your nutrient balance in order to develop an effective nutrient management plan. This is the second of three ...
How to Properly Collect a Soil Sample- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 23
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Soil Samples are important to understand your nutrient balance in order to develop an effective nutrient management plan. In the next three podcasts...
Chloride Chemistry - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 22
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cl rarely deficient in nature but it is essential in plant nutrition. It is found in the soil as anion and plays two roles in plant nutrition: Cl i...
Being Flexible with Ever-Changing Weather and Diseases - David Robinson talks Turf
23 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yara's Turf and Ornamental Crop Manager, Neil Mayberry has a discussion with David Robinson, Senior Director of Golf and Grounds for Marriott Internat...
If I Had a Nickel for Every Agronomic Tip of the Week.... - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 21
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nickel is the least understood micronutrients and rarely found deficient in most crops. Despite this, serpentine soils may have a much greater Ni co...
Molybdenum is a Unique Metallic Micronutrient - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 20
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Molybdenum is the only metallic micronutrient that is less available on low pH soils. Mo is essential for nitrogenases enzyme in N fixation by legum...
Manganese is Attractive to Plant Development - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 19
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Manganese, Mn, is important to photosynthesis in plants and can have a dramatic impact on your yield and profitability. In this podcast, Dr. Steve P...
Copper is Elemental - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 18
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Before we identified copper as an essential nutrient, we were using it as a natural fungicide. Copper is essential in reproductive systems in the pl...
Pumping Iron - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 17
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our next micronutrient in the series is Iron (Fe). Sometimes agronomy is more art than science. Fe diagnosis and application is one nutrient where...
The Importance of Boron - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 16
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Boron (B) is the first micronutrient that we will be discussing over the next weeks. It is critical to the growth and health of crops. It can be c...
How Does Calcium Control Physiological Disorders and Environmental Stresses - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 15
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On our third and final ATW on calcium, we talk about physiological disorders that are common in plants and how calcium aids in reducing or eliminating...
Protect Your Investment: Orchard Establishment Tips with Tim Roos
05 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Orchards can be an expensive investment. This podcast discusses tips and practices to increase your success and long-term profitability. Our guests ...
The 4 R's of Calcium - - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 14
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 2 of 3 of our discussion on Calcium. In this episode, we discuss the 4 Rs for Calcium, what are the right sources, application timings,...
Your Best Yields are Ahead of You
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Crop Manager, Markus Braaten, joins us at the end of the 2019 season to put our results in perspective. We have come a long way over the years and a...
Importance of Calcium- Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 13
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Although Calcium is considered a secondary nutrient, Dr Steve Petrie explains that it should be one of the most important nutrients to consider. Cal...
Potassium: The 4 R's - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 12
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie discusses the 4 R's of Potassium: What is the Right Sources of K What is the Right Rate of K What is the Right Timing of K applicati...
Why is Potassium Important to Plant Health - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 11
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie helps us understand what potassium is, what it's roll is in crop biology, and how to test for potassium. If you have a comment, qu...
Phosphorus: the 4 R's - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 10
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Last week Dr. Steve Petrie taught us why Phosphorus is so important for plant health and production. This week we dive in deeper to understand the 4...
Why is Phosphorus Important for Plant Health? - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 9
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Phosphorus is a macronutrient that is responsible for energy transfer in the plant. We discuss why we should worry about P, the different forms of P...
Soil pH Part 2 - How Does it Affect Biology and Chemistry in the soil - Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 8
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of Soil pH, Dr. Steve Petrie talks about how pH affects the biology and chemistry in the soil, canning tomatoes, and how to change the soil ...
Soil pH Part 1- What is it & Why is it Important? Dr. Steve's ATW Ep 7
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Soil pH is a fundamental characteristic of soil. It should be the first factor to be considered when learning about a soil. In this first of two p...
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week Ep 6: The Right Timing
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 4 of 4 where Dr. Steve discusses the four R's of Nutrient Stewardship. In this episode he will be discussing the final "R" of the Four R'...
Optimizing Your Irrigation With Farm Water Advisor
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There are many reasons to optimize your irrigation: Increase nutrient uptake efficiency Control Pest, Fungi, and diseases Improve plant health and pr...
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week Ep 5: The Right Placement
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 3 of 4 where Dr. Steve discusses the four R's of Nutrient Stewardship. In this episode he will be discussing the third "R" of the Four R'...
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week Ep 4: The Right Source
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 2 of 4 where Dr. Steve discusses the four R's of Nutrient Stewardship. In this episode he will be discussing the second "R" of the Four R...
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week Ep 3 - The 4 R's of Nutrient Stewardship
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Right Rate Four R's of Nutrient Stewardship is a framework that can be used to increase productivity, better utilize a nutrition plan, increase ...
Key Strategies for Ultradwarf Bermudagrass Greens Management
06 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we take a deep dive on ultradwarf bermudagrass greens management with Stephen Miles, Director of Operations at the Preserve Golf Club ...
Post-Harvest Nutrition and Irrigation Strategies for Almonds
05 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Yara's Nut Tree Crop Manager, Devin Clarke, andTom Devol, newly crowned Senior Manager of Outreach and Education for the Almond Board of California ta...
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week: Crop Production is all about GEMs
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week is about the three factors that determine crop yield: The GEM factors: Genetics Environment Manage...
Dr. Steve's Agronomic Tip of the Week EP 1
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to the most effective nutrition plan, Liebig's Law of the Minimum states that yield is proportional to the amount of the most limiting n...
Removing the Guesswork
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
For more information go to Jimmy's recent ARTICLE Also learn how Yara's Megalab can help you with your nutritional decisions.
Tissue Testing - Refining your Fertility Program in Broad Acre Crops
28 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Yara Crop Managers Jimmy Ridgeway and Markus Braaten discuss the opportunities for growers and advisors using tissues to refine fertility programs. ...
The Right Time for Nutrient Stewardship is Now
26 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Farmer's freedom to use fertilizer is being challenged. The 4R Practice results in increased yield and maximum nutrient utilization and protects aga...
Turf & Ornamental - Advantages of Homogeneous Fertilizers
21 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Optimum Turf Crop Manager, Neil Mayberry, assembles an all-star team of turf experts to break down why homogeneous fertilizers may play an integral ...
Digital Farming by Yara Introduction with SVP Stefan Furnsinn
19 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Potato Peels and More - Introduction to potato crop nutrition
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
OptimumTurf - Concerns in the Turfgrass Industry
10 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Unruh, Professor and Center Director at University of Florida at Jay, FL discusses his concerns in the turfgrass industry and why BMPs are impo...
MyAlmonds: Does Deficit Irrigation Mean Deficit Profits?
07 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Devin Clarke, Yara's Tree Nut Crop Manager, talks with the Almond Board of California's Spencer Cooper about Deficit Irrigation on Almonds ...
OptimumTurf Launches a New Liquid Fertilizer Line of Products!
31 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
OptimumTurf Crop Manager, Neil Mayberry, talks with Yara's Product Development Chemist, Laura Hathway, and Toby Goodroad, Market Development Director ...
2019 Planting Struggles continue: Strategies to make the most of this seasons crop
31 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Turf - Aerification strategies on golf courses and best management practices for ensuring a speedy recovery
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Guests: Parker Ferran, Golf Course Superintendent at St. Andrews Golf Club in South, FL Cole McNally, T & O Sales Agronomist with Yara ...
Micronutrient Nutrition: A complex conversation with large implications
24 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Making micronutrient decisions are often confusing. How do you determine what micronutrients to apply, what rates, what applications method, or even t...
Citrus - HLB or not Balanced nutrition is the key to tree health
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ag Economy Update with Moe Russelll
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What can you learn from a soil analysis? Simple ways to glean insight
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Cotton - Nitrogen Source Matters to your Cotton Crop - Find out Why
02 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lettuce - State of the Industry with T&A Director of Agronomic Services Anthony Duttle
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Interpreting Soil Analysis - New Way of Thinking
29 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Understand what your soil is telling you. Learn some very simple concepts that will help to create an effective crop program this season.
Top 4 Turf Diseases For Warm Season Turf - Dr. Maria Tomaso-Peterson
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Maria Tomaso-Peterson, Research Professor at Mississippi State University, teaches us about turf diseases in turf, when it is at risk and how to t...
Successful Spring Transition for Turf
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Neil Mayberry discusses strategies and rules that can help you transition your turf quickly and successfully this spring. 1:40 150-degree Rule...
Calcium Nitrate - Ideal for Fall and Spring Nutrition
30 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Fall and Spring Nutrition is critical for plants to prepare for the colder temperatures and the upcoming season. Applying the right form of Nitrogen a...
A Deeper Dive into Turf Nutrition: Keeping Turf Healthy and Happy
18 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with a deeper dive in turf nutrition! Neil Mayberry is the Crop Manager for Turf and Ornamental and Brian Grill and Cole McNally are both t...
A General Overview on the Significance of Nitrogen for Plant Nutrition
11 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Steve Petrie, the Director of Agronomic Services at Yara International, joins Scott Warr to discuss the macronutrient, nitrogen! Steve explains in...
Understanding Strawberry Growth Cycles for Better Yield
04 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Patricia Dingus, the Regional Sales Manager, and Steve Petrie, the Director of Agronomic Services at Yara International, join Scott War to discuss str...
What Goes on Behind the Scenes of Growing Cotton
27 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, Scott Warr is joined by Trey Cutts, the High Cotton Crop Manager, Christy Hicks, the Sales Agronomist, for YARA, and Garrett Dixon, a...
The Best Post-Harvest Irrigation Methods for Almonds
20 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Warr and Peter DeBoer are back with another podcast episode about almonds! Peter is the Sales Agronomist at Yara International and he is joined ...