Circular Agriculture: A Sustainable Future for Farming
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
In this podcast episode, discuss circular agriculture and its role in sustainability and resource efficiency within modern farming. Isaac explains how regenerative agriculture and nutrient recycling can enhance soil health while reducing the environmental impact of farming. Isaac shares real-world examples of agricultural innovation and the role of food companies in promoting sustainable farming practices. The discussion highlights how growers can maintain profitability while adopting eco-friendly solutions. The episode wraps up with practical steps for farmers looking to integrate...
info_outline
The Hidden World of Plant Roots - Part 2
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
In part two of this Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast series, continues the exploration of root health, focusing on the role of key nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and micronutrients in supporting robust root systems. He discusses how these nutrients enhance root architecture, density, and function, emphasizing the critical connection between healthy roots and improved plant productivity. Building on part one’s foundation of soil health and nutrient management, this episode highlights the interconnectedness of roots and shoots, stressing that neglecting root care can lead...
info_outline
The Hidden World of Plant Roots - Part 1
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
Roots are essential for nutrient and water uptake, but how do you know if your roots are healthy and functioning? In this part one of two episodes Dr. Rob Michelson teaches us about the vital connection between soil health, root systems, and plant performance. He emphasizes nutrient management's role in fostering root development, enhancing fertilizer efficiency, and boosting agricultural productivity. The discussion underscores how understanding root health and the rhizosphere can improve sustainable farming practices and overall crop nutrition. Key takeaways include the importance of...
info_outline
Water Management, Critical for Plant Agronomics - Part 2
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
Irrigation is crucial in optimizing crop growth, nutrient uptake, soil health, and overall plant health. Part two of a two-part episode discusses the agronomic benefits of adopting efficient irrigation practices. We are joined by irrigation experts , VP of Sales and Marketing at , and , Director of Technical Services at , to discuss the vital role of water management in agriculture. In the previous episode, we explored the agronomic value of proper irrigation.
info_outline
Water Management, Critical for Plant Agronomics - Part 1
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
Irrigation is crucial in optimizing crop growth, nutrient uptake, and overall plant health. In this part one of a two-part episode, we will explore the agronomic value of proper irrigation. In this first half of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, we are joined by irrigation experts , VP of Sales and Marketing at , and , Director of Technical Services at , to discuss the vital role of water management in agriculture. The conversation highlights how proper irrigation not only boosts crop growth and nutrient uptake but also enhances sustainability and efficiency in farming. We examine the evolution...
info_outline
Post-Harvest Nutrition Strategies for Better Crop Yields
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
In this episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast, Yara Regional Sales Manager and grower, , helps us understand the critical role of post-harvest nutrition for effective crop management, with a particular focus on almond farming. They emphasize the importance of nutrient sampling and how it can directly influence both crop yield and the economic impact of fertilizer application. The discussion covers common mistakes in post-harvest agricultural practices, the need for transparent communication between growers and advisors, and how strategic nutrition planning can support sustainable farming....
info_outline
Boosting Yield with Nitrogen and Sulfur Synergy
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
In this encore episode, we revisit a crucial conversation from 2020 on the importance of nitrogen and sulfur in crop nutrition and how they work together to enhance plant health. The discussion emphasizes the need to go beyond just focusing on nitrogen application rates and to implement the four Rs of nutrient management: right rate, right source, right time, and right place. Our experts, Yara's and , CCA, highlight the benefits of using a homogenous product that ensures the correct ratio of nitrogen and sulfur in every prill. Research shows that this balanced approach can lead to a 10-15%...
info_outline
Precision Phosphorus: Enhancing Crop Health and Yield
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
Welcome to this special throwback episode of the Yara Crop Nutrition Podcast! We’re revisiting a classic episode from 2019, which is part of a series dedicated to exploring each essential plant nutrient. In this episode, , retired Director of Agronomic Services, dives into the vital role of phosphorus in crop nutrition. He breaks down the ” of application: the right rate, the right source, the right placement, and the right timing. Dr. Steve also emphasizes the importance of soil testing, discusses the benefits of banded versus broadcast applications, and highlights the value of foliar...
info_outline
Biostimulants vs. Traditional Inputs: What Growers Need to Know
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
Biostimulants are a growing trend in agriculture, with their use rapidly increasing worldwide, but there are still some questions about how they play a role in today's agriculture. Yara's , Biological Senior Manager based in Canada, explains that biologicals are complementary to traditional agricultural inputs like fertilizers and pesticides, enhancing crop nutrition and resilience to stress. Biostimulants can improve nutrient availability and uptake, as well as enhance plant aspects to resist crop stress. They do not replace nutrients or agrochemicals but rather enhance crop...
info_outline
VIDEO PODCAST: Promoting Root Health with Plant Nutrition
Yara's Crop Nutrition podcast
This video conversation discusses the influence of plant nutrition on root health. emphasizes the importance of roots and how they are often overlooked. They explain the impact of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and micronutrients on root growth and health. He provides examples and visuals to illustrate the effects of nutrient deficiencies on roots. The conversation concludes by highlighting the significance of a balanced supply of nutrients for overall plant health and the importance of discussing the source of nutrients in promoting root health. Takeaways Roots...
info_outlineThis is the 5th and final episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a network of incubator farms that Yara North America. These farms are dedicated to find innovative ways to improve farm productivity balanced with sustainable practices that can be implemented by growers to improve their on-farm profits.
In this episode the focus is on the Arkansas Delta incubator farm and its efforts to enhance nutrient and water use efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and increase yields. The standout feature of this farm is the tailwater recovery system, which recycles excess irrigation and rainwater and meters nitrogen application on a demand basis. The collaboration between Yara and the University of Arkansas has led to significant improvements in nutrient use efficiency, water use efficiency, and carbon footprint reduction. The farm has also seen a reduction in labor output and disruption of soil health. The tailwater pump technology is available to farmers, and they can receive incentive payments to implement it on their farms.
Guest experts on this episode are:
• Curt Knight, Soil Health Agronomist at Yara,
• Neil Mayberry, Yara Regional Market Development Manager of the Easter US
• Dr. Christopher Henry, Associate Professor and Water Management Engineer at the University of Arkansas. He is a specialist in irrigation system design, scheduling, and efficiency.
• Dr. Tim Burcham, Director of the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center, or NERREC, for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.