Episodes

Friday May 17, 2024
Cicada Season
Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
In this episode, Tom and Julie meet with Dr. Eric Blinka, an entomologist and Technology Development Representative at Bayer. Listen to hear more about the latest advancements in pest management and what we can expect from cicadas in 2024.

Friday May 03, 2024
Addressing Carbon with ForGround
Friday May 03, 2024
Friday May 03, 2024
In this episode, Julie meets with Andrew Starr, Brand Marketing Lead with ForGround by Bayer. Andrew gives an overview of the Bayer Carbon Program and the resources growers and companies can benefit from. They also meet with Ben Runge, Sustainable Systems Agronomist at ForGround, who discusses how growers can evaluate various sustainability and carbon programs available to them. Listen to hear more about how the Bayer Carbon Program helps growers and companies across the nation advance soil health and sequester carbon.

Thursday Apr 18, 2024
FieldView Changes in 2024 Part 1
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
In this episode, Tom meets with Wyatt Jones, Climate FieldView Brand Manager, and Andy Folta, US Product Marketing Manager. Listen to hear about the newly launched FieldView tiers, the latest features, and offerings for the new the tiers. They also discuss the upcoming launch of Drive 2.0 and the improvements in data collection customers can expect. Stay tuned for part 2!

Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Spring Weather Report 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
In this episode, Julie and Tom dig into 2024 weather patterns, looking back at the el niño that occurred in the last six months and the upcoming la niña. They meet with Zach Hansen, Climate Weather Science Team Manager, who discusses where to plant ahead of these future weather patterns and tools that can help you forecast. Brad Coleman, former President of the American Meteorological Society, also sits down with them to discuss what the different patterns look like for an el niño versus a la niña. Listen to hear more about how farmers should plan for these upcoming weather patterns.

Friday Mar 22, 2024
Planting Checklist
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
In this episode, Zach Kayser and Julie Bonk go through the planter’s checklist, identifying the key items growers need to take action on for this planting season. They meet with Brad Veale, Channel Seed Pro, who speaks about the importance of making machinery more efficient. Fabián G. Fernández, Professor & Extension Nutrient Management Specialist, also speaks about how farmers should set up their farm trials in order to receive rich data. Listen to hear more about how farmers should approach the 2024 planting season.

Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Planning Innovation for Planting
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
In this episode, Tom Verseman and Julie Bonk discuss opportunities for exploring innovation ahead of the 2024 planting season. Tom recalls insights gleaned from Brad Veale, a Channel Seed Pro from Missouri. Jerry Seuntjens from Kingsley, Iowa shares advice about developing and approaching field trials. Listen to hear more about deciding and implementing tests in the field!

Friday Feb 23, 2024
Preceon Groundbreakers' Harvest Results with Erica Strittmatter
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
In this episode, Tom Verseman interviews Erica Strittmatter, Corn Traits Launch & Marketing Lead for Bayer. She promises a revolutionary solution for farming methods based on the Preceon Short Corn product and trials that happened this last year. Tune in for this special interview live from Tucson, AZ!

Monday Feb 12, 2024
Clint's Sign-off | Around the Farm
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
In this episode, Clint bids farewell. Watch for a selection of Clint's greatest clips. Join us as we relive some of the most captivating discussions from the show.

Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Year-in-Review 2023: Insights and Memorable Moments on Around the Farm
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Welcome to a special New Year's episode of Around the Farm! Join hosts Clint Chaffer and Tom Versemen on a journey through the best moments and insights from 2023. Test your knowledge alongside Clint and Tom in their pop quiz questions. Get up to speed with the latest groundbreaking developments in the ag industry that caught their attention, from cutting-edge technologies to sustainable farming practices. Buckle up and join us for an unforgettable Around the Farm! Get ready to learn, engage, and be inspired by the thriving world of agriculture. We'll see you there. #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming #YearReview

Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Succession Planning with Lance Woodbury
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
In this episode, Clint Chaffer interviews Lance Woodbury, a Family Business Advisor for Pinion. Have you planned for what will happen to farm leadership when the previous generation leaves or a sibling returns? If not, take a listen as to why you should and how to start those tough conversations with your family. About the Series: Around the Farm is the podcast about all things ag. Industry experts share their first-hand knowledge about the seasonal topics that are on your mind - and have some fun along the way. #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming #successionplanning