Red Dirt Agronomy Podcast

In this episode, we talked with Jerry May about:

The Evolution of Precision Agriculture: Explore the shift from basic soil sampling to advanced data collection and analysis.

Custom Farming Services: Un…

We discuss the significance of crop insurance in managing risks associated with unpredictable weather and market fluctuations, highlighting the need for farmers to stay informed about policy changes …

What You Will Learn

Strategic Farming: The necessity of treating farming as a business, focusing on long-term planning and risk management.

Crop Rotation: The benefits of a diverse cropping system to e…

Dr. Sharry Had A Lot To Say

• The transition from academic knowledge to practical application is crucial for success in graduate programs.
• Building relationships with faculty and peers enhances the gradu…

What You Will Learn

The importance of soil health and nutrient management in agriculture

The impact of recent rainfall on winter crops and pastures

The adaptability of wheat and its role in Oklahoma's a…

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What You Will Learn

- The significance of feed efficiency in beef cattle production
- How nutrient utilization, especially nitrogen, impacts production and the environment
- The relationship between fee…

Winter CCA Crops School
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What You Will Learn

The current challenges facing summer crops in Oklahoma due to drought conditions.

The potential implications of an unusually cold winter on crop m…

"If we can get this objective data coming back in at an individual animal level, then we can start to manage it basically."
Dr. Trotter emphasizes the importance of collecting precise data on individu…

What You Will Learn

Current Crop Conditions

As of September 3, 2024, the harvest of full-season crops in Oklahoma reveals mixed results, particularly with corn and sorghum. Soybeans are struggling sign…

Wheat Yield and Plant Timing

One of the most surprising insights was that delaying wheat planting can yield results comparable to earlier planting, depending on environmental conditions. This flexibil…

What You Will Learn

• The significant effects of weather on crop health and management decisions.
• Current disease pressures affecting summer crops in Oklahoma.
• The critical role of extension services in s…

Media Utilization: Dr. Anderson emphasized the importance of using media to reach a broader audience. This approach not only enhances credibility but also effectively disseminates knowledge.

Teaching …

We talk with Dr Brett Carver, wheat breeder at Oklahoma State University, about the unique challenges of the 2024 wheat crop in the southern Great Plains. The early and severe outbreak of stripe rust…

NAWG's Role: Keeff Feltty discussed NAWG's involvement in legislative and regulatory matters affecting agriculture, including the Farm Bill and EPA regulations. They advocate for wheat growers' inter…

Here are the podcast timestamps with brief descriptions:

(00:00:02) Introduction and welcome to the podcast episode

(00:00:33) Reminder about the website and introduction of the guests

(00:01:02) Introd…

We had the privilege of visiting the Rendell Farm in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, where we sat down with Brian Pugh, the OSU Northeast Area Agronomist. Brian's insights into forage management and wheat p…

• Livestock as Performance Indicators: Dr. Phillips discussed the importance of using livestock as performance indicators for forage management strategies. By measuring animal weight gain, we can evalu…

(00:00) Introduction and background on Ashley Faris, Ph.D.

(03:49) Discussion on the success of managing the sugarcane aphid

(06:46) When raising money makes sense for pest management research

(09:58) T…

The Dirt Road Dietitian Website

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