Pods of Potential

Monitoring water to improve nutrient retention | Pods of Potential Episode 7

Episode 7 of the Pods of Potential Podcast is Driven to Deliver Water Monitoring Opportunities for producers as well as long term nutrient load reduction results shown as a result of improved farming practices.  Longtime progressive Benton County Producer Wayne Siela and ISA Water Lab Service Manager Tony Seeman join host Andy Petersen for this comprehensive conservation diving into ISA’s efforts to improve water quality.  

Implementing and terminating cover crops | Pods of Potential Episode 6

Just in time for your cover crop termination decisions, expert advice, analysis and experience combine for great conversation not only about key termination factors to maximize herbicide efficacy yet also a tailored seeding mix which could improve efficiency in the fall. If you are looking to get started in the fall, Fourth Generation Iowa Producer Ryan Tiefenthaler and Iowa Soybean Conservation Agronomist Joe Weubker also provide various cover crop implementation strategies for your operation including alternative termination approaches to avoid herbicide use. When it comes to conservation innovation we’ve got you covered in episode 6 of Pods of Potential!

Could lower seeding rates produce higher yields? | Pods of Potential: Episode 5

In their continuing quest to drive Iowa Soybean production efficiency, the Iowa Soybean Association is Driven to Deliver proven research solutions for Iowa’s 40,000 Soybean Farmers.  Andy Petersen visits with Research Agronomist Drew Clemensen and Iowa Soybean producer Brian Fager about their seeding rate trials to bring you key insights on what works, what doesn’t, and how you can utilize either the trials or the knowledge in your operation.

Improving water quality with saturated buffers | Pods of Potential Episode 4

The latest Pods of Potential Podcast from the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network and the Iowa Soybean Association’s Research Center for Farming Innovation is driven to deliver productive, profitable, and sustainable practices to Iowa’s farmers. Host Andy Petersen focuses this conversation with ISA Environmental Leader Award Winner Jim O’Connell and Affiliated Faculty at Iowa State University Dr. Chris Hay on implementing Edge of Field practices, the dramatic soil and nitrogen protection they provide, and why the need for expansion of these projects is a key part of the Iowa Systems Approach to Conservation.

Optimize nitrogen rates with the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative | Pods of Potential Episode 3

Join Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network’s Andy Petersen to help you learn more about the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative from ISU’s Melissa Miller, Iowa Soybean Conservation Agronomist Alex Schaffer and farmer Brent Friest, including how this groundbreaking work could benefit your operation.

What to expect with cover crops | Pods of Potential Episode 2

The Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network presents Pods of Potential with host Andy Petersen. Powered by the Iowa Soybean Association and the soybean checkoff, Pods of Potential delivers data-driven research and results to help Iowa’s soybean farmers maximize productivity, profitability, and sustainability. This month’s episode features a discussion with ISA Conservation Agronomist Evan Brehm and Iowa’s Conservation Farmer of the Year Dan Voss.

Implementing a cropping strategy | Pods of Potential Episode 1

The Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network presents Pods of Potential with host Andy Petersen. Powered by the Iowa Soybean Association and the soybean checkoff, Pods of Potential delivers data-driven research and results to help Iowa’s soybean farmers maximize productivity, profitability, and sustainability.
In this first episode, Webster County Multi-Generational Farmer Kellie Blair joins Iowa Soybean Association Director of Research Joe McClure to discuss achieving bottom-line results by implementing a cropping strategy involving tillage reduction, precision nutrient placement, and key product placement to achieve maximum ROI on every acre of your farm.