Reaching Out: Managing On-Farm Stress
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On this episode of The Dirt, host Mike Howell speaks with Dr. Florence Becot, a professor at Penn State University and lead of the Ag Safety and Health Program. They dive deeper into the impacts of mental health on the farm, where farmers can reach out for help, who else can help farmers who might be struggling or in a crisis, and how farmers can support other farmers not only in their communities but across the country. Find your Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network regional information here: To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit ...
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Put Your Soil Test to the Test
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Soil testing offers a great perspective into your soil and nutrient management, but there are some factors to consider for getting the most accurate results. Listen as host Mike Howell visits with Dr. Bryan Hopkins on soil testing and the considerations you should make when testing and analyzing your soil results. To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit For further resources on soil sampling, check out our Soil Sampling 101 toolkit:
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Decoding the Dicamba Dilemma
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A recent court ruling essentially took several dicamba-based herbicides off the market for American farmers growing soybeans and cotton. Host Mike Howell and guest Tom Eubanks discuss the impact this will have on US-based soybean and cotton growers, what the courts have stated about remaining stocks of these products, and how growers can voice their concerns. To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit
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Where Has All the Potassium Gone?
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Tune in with Mike Howell and returning guest Dr. Alan Blaylock, Senior Agronomist at Nutrien as they discuss the current needs of potassium in soils across the country. You'll learn what trends they've seen in nation-wide soil tests and what growers can do to combat those trends. They also chat about the value that potassium can add to crops beyond an increase in yield. For more information on the resources discussed in this episode, check out the links below: Potassium Is Also An Essential Human Nutrient: Rise in Potassium Deficiency in the US Population Linked to...
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How Your Water Source Impacts Your Pesticides
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Host Mike Howell and returning guest Karl Wyant, Director of Agronomy, Nutrien, discuss the impacts your water sources can have on the effectiveness of your spray applications of pesticides and fertilizers. To check out the Purdue University study on the impact of water quality on pesticide performance, visit To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit
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Agriculture + Mental Health: Breaking the Stigma
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On this episode of The Dirt, Mike Howell connects with Melissa Ploeckelman, Outreach Specialist with the National Farm Medicine Center. They dive into the topic of on-farm mental health and how the stress of farming can impact the mental health of farmers. Mental health can sometimes be a taboo subject, especially in the world farmers operate in. Mike and Melissa speak to how to work past the stigma, who to reach out to in times of crisis and how to help others who might be struggling with mental health challenges. If you or someone you know is struggling, call 988 from anywhere...
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Liquid Fertilizers: What's In Your Mix?
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Join our host, Mike Howell as he chats with Dr. Karl Wyant, Director of Agronomy at Nutrien about mixing liquid fertilizers. They'll get into jar testing, the benefits, possible risks, protecting yourself and your crops and who to go to when you have questions. To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit .
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Is Soil Salinity Impacting Your Crops?
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Host Mike Howell and guests Lyle Cowell and Alan Blaylock, both senior agronomists with Nutrien are getting deep into the details of soil salinity, how salts accumulate in soil and when they can become limiting to plant growth or impede the ability to manage soil properly. To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit To learn more about soil salinity, check out these eKonomics articles: Soil Salinity in Western Canada: Soil Salinity and Sodicity: Sodic Soils and Their Management:
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Talking Turf: Why and How to Fertilize Your Lawn
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Join host Mike Howell and guest Eric Miltner as they dive into the specifics of fertilizer for lawns and turf grass. This episode of The Dirt digs into types of grass, regionality, soil testing and more while providing actions you can take today to help you better care for your lawn and other turf grasses. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit
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Nitrogen Nitty-Gritty: Preventing Loss, Maximizing Yield
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Nitrogen loss is a significant challenge for farmers. Gain valuable insights into the main causes of nitrogen loss and discover practical methods to prevent it. This episode of The Dirt provides actionable tips for farmers to maximize nitrogen inputs and enhance crop yields. To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit
info_outlineLyle Cowell checks in from the Calgary Stampede - a summer chat about crazy midway food and rodeo events, coupled with a Canadian crop report.
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