Hosts Brian Schrader and Carl Joern take a moment to look back on five years of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast — from its early days discussing dicamba regulations to today’s in-depth field updates and industry insights. Join them for gratitude, agronomic updates, and an open call to help define the evolution of this long-running, award-winning podcast.They also share news about co-host Ben Jacob’s next chapter and invite listeners to help shape the future of the podcast — from format to focus — as they consider new directions.Plus, Brian and Carl discuss current soybean and corn harvest conditions, trends in maturity groups, and why soil sampling remains a critical investment for the seasons ahead.  📬 Feedback Welcome:<ul><li>Email Brian at <a href="mailto:brian.schrader@pioneer.com">brian.schrader@pioneer.com</a></li><li>Email Carl at <a href="mailto:carl.joern@pioneer.com">carl.joern@pioneer.com</a></li></ul> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Hosts Brian Schrader and Carl Joern take a moment to look back on five years of the &lt;i&gt;Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast&lt;/i&gt; — from its early days discussing dicamba regulations to today’s in-depth field updates and industry insights. Join them for gratitude, agronomic updates, and an open call to help define the evolution of this long-running, award-winning podcast.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They also share news about co-host Ben Jacob’s next chapter and invite listeners to help shape the future of the podcast — from format to focus — as they consider new directions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Plus, Brian and Carl discuss current soybean and corn harvest conditions, trends in maturity groups, and why soil sampling remains a critical investment for the seasons ahead.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;📬 Feedback Welcome:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Email Brian at &lt;a href="mailto:brian.schrader@pioneer.com"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;brian.schrader@pioneer.com&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Email Carl at &lt;a href="mailto:carl.joern@pioneer.com"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;carl.joern@pioneer.com&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See &lt;a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com"&gt;pcm.adswizz.com&lt;/a&gt; for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Hosts Brian Schrader and Carl Joern take a moment to look back on five years of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast — from its early days discussing dicamba regulations to today’s in-depth field updates and industry insights. Join them for gratitude, agronomic updates, and an open call to help define the evolution of this long-running, award-winning podcast.

Harvesting What We've Learned

It’s draft day on the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast! Carl Joern and Brian Schrader are joined by fellow agronomists Kyle Quick, Brian Early, Chelsea Whitcomb, and innovation manager Sean O’Malley for their annual product draft.From powerhouse corn hybrids 🌽 to promising new soybean varieties 🌱, the team makes their picks, debates strategy, and shares insights from plots across Indiana and Illinois. They also discuss early harvest results, crop performance under drought, and key safety reminders for the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<description>&lt;p&gt;It’s draft day on the &lt;i&gt;Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast&lt;/i&gt;! Carl Joern and Brian Schrader are joined by fellow agronomists Kyle Quick, Brian Early, Chelsea Whitcomb, and innovation manager Sean O’Malley for their annual product draft.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From powerhouse corn hybrids 🌽 to promising new soybean varieties 🌱, the team makes their picks, debates strategy, and shares insights from plots across Indiana and Illinois. They also discuss early harvest results, crop performance under drought, and key safety reminders for the season.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br/&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See &lt;a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com"&gt;pcm.adswizz.com&lt;/a&gt; for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

It’s draft day on the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast! Carl Joern and Brian Schrader are joined by fellow agronomists Kyle Quick, Brian Early, Chelsea Whitcomb, and innovation manager Sean O’Malley for their annual product draft.

The 2025 Pioneer Product Draft: Corn & Soybean Standouts

From choosing a tractor over a Mustang in 1965, to the evolution of soybeans, ridge till, and iconic Pioneer hybrids like 3780 and 3394, Keith shares stories that trace the arc of modern agriculture. Together, Brian and Keith explore lessons from the farm crisis of the 1980s, the impact of changing weather, and the excitement (and challenges) of today’s big machinery and technology.This is a heartfelt conversation about where farming has been—and where it’s headed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<description>&lt;p&gt;From choosing a tractor over a Mustang in 1965, to the evolution of soybeans, ridge till, and iconic Pioneer hybrids like 3780 and 3394, Keith shares stories that trace the arc of modern agriculture. Together, Brian and Keith explore lessons from the farm crisis of the 1980s, the impact of changing weather, and the excitement (and challenges) of today’s big machinery and technology.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a heartfelt conversation about where farming has been—and where it’s headed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br/&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See &lt;a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com"&gt;pcm.adswizz.com&lt;/a&gt; for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this special episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, agronomist Brian Schrader sits down with his father, Keith Schrader, to reflect on a lifetime of farming in Blackford County, Indiana.

Farming in the Past and the Present

What began as a curious anomaly spotted across Indiana and beyond has sparked national interest among farmers and agronomists alike.Dr. Quinn shares insights from his research and field observations, including possible environmental triggers, hybrid variability, and pollination impacts. The conversation explores how sudden weather swings, from cool, moist conditions to extreme heat, may be behind this rare occurrence—and why it’s so important to stay patient before drawing conclusions about crop health and yield.For more info:<ul><li>Dr. Quinn’s website: <a href="https://thekernel.info/">thekernel.info</a></li><li>Wrapped Tassels In Corn: Now What? <a href="https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pestandcrop/article/wrapped-tassels-in-corn-now-what/">https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pestandcrop/article/wrapped-tassels-in-corn-now-what/</a></li></ul> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<description>&lt;p&gt;What began as a curious anomaly spotted across Indiana and beyond has sparked national interest among farmers and agronomists alike.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dr. Quinn shares insights from his research and field observations, including possible environmental triggers, hybrid variability, and pollination impacts. The conversation explores how sudden weather swings, from cool, moist conditions to extreme heat, may be behind this rare occurrence—and why it’s so important to stay patient before drawing conclusions about crop health and yield.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For more info:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Dr. Quinn’s website: &lt;a href="https://thekernel.info/"&gt;thekernel.info&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wrapped Tassels In Corn: Now What? &lt;a href="https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pestandcrop/article/wrapped-tassels-in-corn-now-what/"&gt;https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/newsletters/pestandcrop/article/wrapped-tassels-in-corn-now-what/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;br/&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See &lt;a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com"&gt;pcm.adswizz.com&lt;/a&gt; for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode, Pioneer agronomists Brian Schrader and Carl Joern welcome back Dr. Dan Quinn from Purdue University to unpack one of the most talked-about agronomic topics of the season—tassel wrap in corn.

Scouting for Tassel Wrap

"If you have corn that you’re counting on for bushels, you need to be pretty proactive about managing southern rust," says Jacob. "The thing that keeps sticking in my mind is just how early it was here and how much heat there has been to build up an inoculum load across it. You don’t see the rust pustules the day it lands on the plant. What you’re seeing is at the tail end of the life cycle. I would assume that everything you’re looking at has more infection than what you can see visually… it can be quite severe."If you're looking to do another fungicide application to control Southern Rust, Jacob and Joern recommend finding a product with an SDHI fungicide.The conversation also covers late-season corn and soybean scouting priorities, from tar spot and northern corn leaf blight to SDS, white mold, and insect pressure.About Southern Rust - <a href="https://www.corteva.us/Resources/crop-protection/disease-mgmt/watch-for-southern-rust-in-corn.html">https://www.corteva.us/Resources/crop-protection/disease-mgmt/watch-for-southern-rust-in-corn.html</a>Southern Rust in Corn - <a href="https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/southern_rust_cropfocus.html">https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/southern_rust_cropfocus.html</a> Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

<description>&lt;p&gt;"If you have corn that you’re counting on for bushels, you need to be pretty proactive about managing southern rust," says Jacob. "The thing that keeps sticking in my mind is just how early it was here and how much heat there has been to build up an inoculum load across it. You don’t see the rust pustules the day it lands on the plant. What you’re seeing is at the tail end of the life cycle. I would assume that everything you’re looking at has more infection than what you can see visually… it can be quite severe."&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you're looking to do another fungicide application to control Southern Rust, Jacob and Joern recommend finding a product with an SDHI fungicide.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation also covers late-season corn and soybean scouting priorities, from tar spot and northern corn leaf blight to SDS, white mold, and insect pressure.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;About Southern Rust - &lt;a href="https://www.corteva.us/Resources/crop-protection/disease-mgmt/watch-for-southern-rust-in-corn.html"&gt;https://www.corteva.us/Resources/crop-protection/disease-mgmt/watch-for-southern-rust-in-corn.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Southern Rust in Corn - &lt;a href="https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/southern_rust_cropfocus.html"&gt;https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/southern_rust_cropfocus.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br/&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See &lt;a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com"&gt;pcm.adswizz.com&lt;/a&gt; for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the Indiana Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, Ben Jacob and Carl Joern dig into an unusual outbreak of southern rust across Indiana, Illinois, and even into the northern Corn Belt. They share how to identify the disease, why its arrival this year is out of the ordinary, and strategies for fungicide timing to protect yield and standability. 

Southern Rust Surprises & Late-Season Scouting Strategies

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