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A Penney For Your Thoughts

Welcome to a Penney for your thoughts, a podcast brought to you by Sean Blomgren and Andrew Penney, live from central Iowa. A show where we discuss all things agronomy, and high yield management, give you real-time updates on what we’re seeing and hearing about in the field, and gain insight from industry professionals as we bring you relevant and timely information on current agronomic management practices.

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Update frequency
every 13 days
Average duration
49 minutes
Episodes
80
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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Protecting Your Fields from Corn Stunt Disease with Oklahoma State University’s Maira Duffeck

Protecting Your Fields from Corn Stunt Disease with Oklahoma State University’s Maira Duffeck

Sean and Andrew are back with Maira Duffeck to discuss how to manage corn stunt disease and protect your yields.

 

The crew discusses:

✅ Where corn stunt disease has been confirmed in the U.S.

✅ How …

00:35:51  |   Tue 02 Sep 2025
The Latest Threat Against Corn with Oklahoma State University’s Maira Duffeck

The Latest Threat Against Corn with Oklahoma State University’s Maira Duffeck

Sean and Andrew sit down with Maira Duffeck from Oklahoma State University to hear her two cents on the latest disease attacking corn fields. 

 

The crew discusses:

✅ How artificial intelligence will…

00:39:39  |   Tue 19 Aug 2025
Maximizing the Potential of Your Farm Equipment with Iowa State University’s Matt Darr and Ben Covington

Maximizing the Potential of Your Farm Equipment with Iowa State University’s Matt Darr and Ben Covington

Sean and Andrew are back with Matt Darr and Ben Covington from Iowa State University’s On-Site Precision Technology team in ISU’s new Digital Ag Innovation Lab to hear their two cents on how advancin…

01:06:27  |   Tue 05 Aug 2025
A Real Look at the Future of Ag Technology with Iowa State University’s Matt Darr and Ryan Huffman

A Real Look at the Future of Ag Technology with Iowa State University’s Matt Darr and Ryan Huffman

Sean and Andrew sit down with Matt Darr and Ryan Huffman from Iowa State University’s On-Site Precision Technology team in ISU’s new Digital Ag Innovation Lab to hear their two cents on the latest ag…

00:57:34  |   Wed 23 Jul 2025
Special Edition: Taking Cent-us of Ag Policy with Iowa Secretary of Ag Mike Naig

Special Edition: Taking Cent-us of Ag Policy with Iowa Secretary of Ag Mike Naig

Join us for a fantastic discussion with Iowa's Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig! We discuss industry advocacy and interacting with local and national governments. We discuss the future of Iowa agri…

01:06:58  |   Tue 24 Jun 2025
Part 2: High Yield Management in Corn and Soybeans with Dr. Fred Below and Dr. Connor Sible from University of Illinois

Part 2: High Yield Management in Corn and Soybeans with Dr. Fred Below and Dr. Connor Sible from University of Illinois

Dr. Fred Below and Dr. Connor Sible provide us with practical insights into pushing the yield limits on our farms, offering research-backed suggestions accumulated over 40 years of learning. Tillage …

01:23:33  |   Tue 03 Jun 2025
Part 1: High Yield Management in Corn and Soybeans with Dr. Fred Below and Dr. Connor Sible from University of Illinois

Part 1: High Yield Management in Corn and Soybeans with Dr. Fred Below and Dr. Connor Sible from University of Illinois

Join us on the campus of The University of Illinois as we discuss the science behind high-yielding corn and soybeans with Dr. Fred Below and Dr. Connor Sible! Amazing insights into crop physiology, n…

00:40:25  |   Tue 20 May 2025
Managing Soil Compaction with Dr. John Fulton from The Ohio State University

Managing Soil Compaction with Dr. John Fulton from The Ohio State University

Soil Compaction, "often known as the hidden yield-limiting factor," can be minimized through strategic and intentional choices on our farms. Please tune in to hear the research and advice from Dr. Jo…

00:39:49  |   Tue 06 May 2025
The Science of Soil Compaction with Dr. John Fulton from The Ohio State University

The Science of Soil Compaction with Dr. John Fulton from The Ohio State University

Soil compaction plays a massive role in corn and soybean production. Dr. Fulton provides insight into how these biological, chemical, and physical soil components are affected by soil compaction. We …

00:48:01  |   Wed 23 Apr 2025
”Our Two Cents” featuring NCGA Corn and Soybean Winners - Live from the DEKALB and Asgrow booth!

”Our Two Cents” featuring NCGA Corn and Soybean Winners - Live from the DEKALB and Asgrow booth!

Episode #2 Live from Commodity Classic inside the Bayer booth!  We are incredibly grateful for our hosts, DEKALB and Asgrow, and these incredible farmers for pushing the envelope on corn and soybean …

00:55:35  |   Wed 09 Apr 2025
”Our Two Cents” featuring Asgrow and Dekalb Live from Commodity Classic!

”Our Two Cents” featuring Asgrow and Dekalb Live from Commodity Classic!

Hear from Asgrow and Dekalb brand leadership and NCGA Corn winners as we go live from the Bayer Booth at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver!

 

A Penney for Your Thoughts is hosted by Sean Blomgren,…

01:08:32  |   Thu 20 Mar 2025
”Our Two Cents” GROWER EDITION -  Preceon Ground Breakers Celebration 2025 - Tucson Arizona

”Our Two Cents” GROWER EDITION - Preceon Ground Breakers Celebration 2025 - Tucson Arizona

2024 was an incredible year for The Preceon Smart Corn System! Join Andrew and me as we interview growers, FSRs, and the Bayer Launch team - Live from the 2025 GroundBreakers Year End Celebration Eve…

01:37:27  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025
”Our Two Cents” Bayer Leadership Team Preceon Ground Breakers Celebration - Tucson Arizona

”Our Two Cents” Bayer Leadership Team Preceon Ground Breakers Celebration - Tucson Arizona

Join Andrew and Sean on a journey with Bayer's exceptional leadership team! We will gain valuable insight into the Preceon Smart Corn System and dive deeper into the science, breeding, research, and …

01:35:08  |   Thu 30 Jan 2025
Management of Southern Rust with Dr. Travis Faske from Arkansas State University and co-host Daren Mueller!

Management of Southern Rust with Dr. Travis Faske from Arkansas State University and co-host Daren Mueller!

Dr. Travis Faske and Dr. Daren Mueller help us understand managing southern rust and other complicated diseases as we consider the 2024 growing season and critical takeaways for 2025!

 

A Penney for …

00:43:56  |   Tue 03 Dec 2024
The Science of Southern Rust with Dr. Travis Faske from Arkansas State University and co-host Daren Mueller!

The Science of Southern Rust with Dr. Travis Faske from Arkansas State University and co-host Daren Mueller!

Dr. Travis Faske from Arkansas State University and special guest co-host Dr. Daren Mueller from Iowa State University help us understand southern rust's pathogen and life cycle. Where did it come fr…

00:38:17  |   Tue 12 Nov 2024
Management of Nitrogen and Residue with Dr. Mike Castellano from Iowa State University

Management of Nitrogen and Residue with Dr. Mike Castellano from Iowa State University

Dr. Mike Castellano provides insight into managing nitrogen programs and how to manage corn and soybean residue best.

 

A Penney for Your Thoughts is hosted by Sean Blomgren, agronomist and owner of …

00:45:37  |   Wed 23 Oct 2024
The Science of Nitrogen and Residue Management with Dr. Mike Castellano from Iowa State University

The Science of Nitrogen and Residue Management with Dr. Mike Castellano from Iowa State University

Dr. Mike Castellano gives us an in-depth look at the science behind nitrogen, interactions with our soils, the process for creating ammonia, and the environmental considerations around nitrogen manag…

00:50:49  |   Tue 08 Oct 2024
”A Penney For Your Thoughts” - Managing Ear Rots, the impact of mycotoxins on livestock and the impact of Viptera - With Dr. Heather Kelly and Dr. Sebe Brown from The University of Tennessee

”A Penney For Your Thoughts” - Managing Ear Rots, the impact of mycotoxins on livestock and the impact of Viptera - With Dr. Heather Kelly and Dr. Sebe Brown from The University of Tennessee

Ear rots can lead to mycotoxins, significantly impacting grain quality and livestock. Learn more about managing these infections and the research looking at how the Viptera trait impacts the disease…

00:51:40  |   Tue 17 Sep 2024
”A Penney For Your Thoughts” - Ear Rots, Mycotoxins & The Impact of the Viptera Trait with Dr. Heather Kelly and Dr. Sebe Brown from the University of Tennessee!

”A Penney For Your Thoughts” - Ear Rots, Mycotoxins & The Impact of the Viptera Trait with Dr. Heather Kelly and Dr. Sebe Brown from the University of Tennessee!

Ear Rots and Mycotoxins, BT Traits, and Viptera - Science and research at the University of Tennessee help us understand what to look out for and how to manage our corn crop!  

Here are the links to …

00:44:22  |   Tue 03 Sep 2024
”A Penney For Your Thoughts” - Part #2 Residue Management and Crop Physiology with Dr. Connor Sible - University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign -

”A Penney For Your Thoughts” - Part #2 Residue Management and Crop Physiology with Dr. Connor Sible - University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign -

Corn yields continue to climb - that means residue continues to build!  The market is full of "management products," how should we think about residue management and crop physiology?  Join Connor Sib…

01:00:18  |   Tue 13 Aug 2024
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