Hertz Ag Talk
By Hertz Farm Management
Hertz Ag TalkSep 21, 2023
00:00
17:52
2023 Harvest Weather Outlook
Eric Snodgrass, Senior Research Fellow with Nutrien, joins us once again to share his insight on the short and long-term weather patterns as we move into the 2023 harvest.
Sep 21, 202317:52
Mid Season Crop Update
We are joined by three Hertz Farm Managers from across the Midwest: Nick Hoffman from our Naveda, IA office; Steve Hiniker from our Mankato, MN office; and Troy Dukes from our DeKalb, IL office. Each one gives an update on current crop conditions including drought impact, disease issues, insect pressure, and current yield potential estimates.
Aug 01, 202334:23
Farm Rescue
Terry Johnston, Development Officer with Farm Rescue, joins us to talk about this very special organization and how they help farmers in need across the Midwest.
Jul 28, 202317:43
Invasive Insect Species/Field Crop Pest Update
Kelly Estes, State Survey Coordinator with the University of IL, joins us to talk about invasive insect species currently being monitored in the Midwest. She also gives an update on the current status of field crop insects, including Corn Earworm, Corn Rootworm, European Corn Borer, Spider Mites, and Soybean Gall Midge.
Jul 14, 202325:58
Mid Season Update
Kevin Gale, Sales Agronomist with AgriGold, joins us to talk about the impacts of the drought we’ve been experiencing so far this season, as well as several other current issues that we are seeing on Midwest corn and soybean farms.
Jul 06, 202318:16
2023 Planting Update
We are joined by four different Hertz Farm Management offices from across the Midwest to get an update on planting progress. Scott Arens from the Norfolk, NE location, Clint Kaller from Nevada , IA, Carrie Seidel at Mason City, IA, and Steve Hiniker from our Mankato, MN office all join me for the discussion.
Apr 28, 202322:58
2023 Insect Outlook - Nick Seiter
Nick Seiter, Research Assistant Professor and Entomologist with the University of IL, joins us to give an update on corn rootworm populations, black cutworm moth flights, soybean gall midge, and other insect issues to be looking out for as we move into the planting season.
Apr 14, 202337:28
Spring Planting Considerations
For our inaugural episode of Hertz Ag Talk, we are excited to be joined by Lance Tarochione - Technical Agronomist with DEKALB/Asgrow. In this episode, Lance shares a huge amount of valuable insight into planting decisions with regard to soil conditions, early vs. late planting, planting depth & population, weed control, and more!
Apr 10, 202353:47
It’s Time For a Change!
Our goal has always been to provide agricultural information that is timely and relevant across the corn belt. In keeping with that mission, we are debuting a name change for this podcast… Starting next week, this program will be renamed “Hertz Ag Talk“. We are looking forward to the new season!
Apr 07, 202301:21
Spring Planting 2023 Weather Outlook
Eric Snodgrass, Senior Research Fellow with Nutrien, joins us to talk about what we can expect for weather patterns over the next several weeks as we head into the 2023 planting season.
Apr 03, 202314:11
Crop Health and Status Update
Lance Tarochione, Technical Agronomist with DEKALB/Asgrow, Joins us to provide an update on what he’s seeing out in the field. Increasing levels of disease, as well as some insect issues are popping up around the region. Lance shares his insight on what to expect as we progress towards harvest.
Sep 06, 202243:24
Crop Status Update
Jason McVicker, Field Agronomist with Pioneer, joins us to provide a crop status update for the area. The current disease outlook & fungicide applications are covered, as well as current insect and weather issues.
Aug 15, 202225:03
Rising Input Costs and 2023 Farm Profitability
Gary Schnitkey, Professor of Farm Management at the University of IL, joins us to provide his insight on the increasing costs of crop inputs and 2023 profitability.
Aug 08, 202214:03
Corn Breeding: Where We’ve Been, and Where We’re Going.
Devin Nichols, Corn Breeder with Wyffels Hybrids, joins us for a fascinating discussion about the history of corn breeding and the newest tools & technology being used in the industry.
Jul 01, 202242:49
2022 Season Insect Outlook
With the corn rootworm hatch well underway in the Midwest, Dr. Nick Seiter, entomologist with the University of Illinois, joins us to provide his insight on not only the corn rootworm outlook and management recommendations for 2022, but we touch base on some other insects as well.
Jun 15, 202240:41
Delayed Planting Considerations
Don’t hit the panic button just yet… Lance Tarochione, Technical Agronomist with DEKALB and Asgrow joins us to talk about the cold, wet conditions that have held up planting in much of Illinois and how to manage around it.
Apr 27, 202228:54
Corn & Soybean Planting Considerations
Kevin Gale, Regional Sales Agronomist with AgriGold, joins us to talk about planting considerations as we get ready for the 2022 season. Topics include getting a good stand establishment, tips for maximizing soybean yield, nitrogen management, and more!
Mar 29, 202224:07
Planting/Spring Weather Outlook
Eric Snodgrass, Science Fellow with Nutrien, joins us to give his insight on current weather patterns and the outlook for the next several weeks as we head into planting season.
Mar 25, 202221:52
Crop Insurance and ARC vs. PLC
James Mickley, owner and agent with Hanford Insurance Agency, joins us to give some background and an overview of crop insurance, as well as some basic information on the ARC and PLC government programs and how they relate to crop insurance.
Mar 07, 202220:27
Commodity Market Outlook
Naomi Blohm, Senior Market Advisor with Total Farm Marketing shares her insight on the most recent USDA report and the current key factors in the commodities markets: where we are at today, and what to be looking for in the near term.
Feb 09, 202214:04
Carbon Markets
Lauren Lurkins, Director of Environmental Policy at the IL Farm Bureau, joins us for an in depth discussion about Carbon Markets… The background, how they work, and considerations for farmers and landowners.
Feb 07, 202235:45
Farmland Values in 2021 and Beyond
Doug Hensley, President of Real Estate Services for Hertz Farm Management, joins us to talk about farmland values in the Midwest over the past 12 months and looking ahead into 2022 - as well as the services Hertz offers.
Dec 01, 202133:20
S1E10: CRP 101
District Conservationist Erika Luft with the NRCS offices in Bureau/Marshall/Putnam/Stark counties in Illinois joins us to talk about the primary conservation programs available to farmers and landowners.
Nov 01, 202141:18
S1E9: Southern MN Harvest Update
Steve Hiniker, Farm Manager with Hertz Farm Management in Mankato, MN and Bruce Potter, Integrated Pest Management Specialist with the University of MN Extension join us to recap the Southern Minnesota growing season and update us on harvest progress and issues in that region.
Oct 19, 202129:09
S1E8: East Central Iowa Harvest Update
Ryan Kay, Farm Manager with Hertz Farm Management in Mount Vernon, Iowa joins us to talk about harvest progress and current agronomic issues in East Central Iowa.
Oct 15, 202120:34
S1E7: SE Nebraska/Southern South Dakota Harvest Update
For the third episode in our Harvest Update series, Farm Manager Scott Arens from Hertz Farm Management in Norfolk, NE joins us to recap the growing season and talk about harvest progress and current agronomic issues in the Northeast Nebraska and Southern South Dakota geography.
Oct 13, 202118:49
S1E6: North Central IL Harvest Update
Jason McVicker, Pioneer Field Agronomist joins us to give an update on the harvest in North Central Illinois and the issues he has been seeing.
Oct 08, 202123:36
S1E5: Harvest Update-West Central IL
Lance Tarochione, Technical Agronomist with Dekalb/Asgrow in Central Illinois joins us to give a harvest update for his region. Topics include the extreme variability in corn yields and the factors behind that, as well as better than expected soybean yields we’ve been seeing in that area.
This is the first in a series of episodes that will cover regions across the corn belt.
Oct 04, 202139:25
S1E4: Grain Markets, Rising Input Costs, and Implications for 2022
Krista Swanson, Research Associate from the University of Illinois joins us to talk about the current climate with regard to grain markets and rising input costs, and how that may impact profitability in 2022.
Oct 01, 202129:58
S1E3: Disease Update With Dr. Nathan Kleczewski
Dr. Nathan Kleczewski, Technical Agronomist and plant pathologist with Growmark joins us to give an update on the corn and soybean disease situation in the region. We discuss tar spot, stalk rots, white mold and more.
Sep 14, 202124:39
S1E2: Harvest/Fall Weather Outlook
Illinois State Climatologist Dr. Trent Ford joins us to recap key weather events of the 2021 growing season and look ahead to the harvest/fall weather outlook.
Sep 02, 202128:10
S1E1: Insect Update with Nick Seiter
University of Illinois Extension entomologist Nick Seiter joins us to talk about the current status of corn and soybean insect pressure in the central corn belt. We discuss the resurgence of corn rootworm in Northern Illinois as well as fall armyworm in Southern Illinois, soybean gall midge in Iowa, and more!
Aug 24, 202130:36
We’re Back!
Thank you to everyone who’s been listening to us over the years. We have a new title and a new look coming soon, but one thing that isn’t changing is our mission to bring you relevant, up-to-date agronomic information for the central corn belt. We have some exciting guests lined up and we look forward to talking with you again very soon!
Aug 04, 202101:22