The Farmer's Greatest Asset Podcast
The Farmer's Greatest Asset podcast is dedicated to supporting and empowering farmers by recognizing that their greatest assets are the knowledge, experience, mind and health. Hosted by husband-and-wife duo Jesse and Dr. Leah, this podcast combines their unique backgrounds to provide valuable insights. Together, they explore topics that help farmers thrive both personally and professionally. Tune in for a blend of practical advice, real conversations, while having a little fun along the way as they talk about all thing's agriculture and family.
The Farmer's Greatest Asset Podcast
Corn, Rust, and Deer With Expensive Taste
Southern rust is significantly impacting corn yields this season with up to 40 bushel differences between treated and untreated fields, making fungicide applications a solid ROI despite high input costs.
• Corn prices remain similar to 1970s levels while production costs have increased dramatically
• Questioning conventional nitrogen application rates with potential for lower rates if balanced nutrition is maintained
• Deer show preference for corn with higher nutritional value, creating challenges near timber areas
• Optimal corn harvest timing (20-24% moisture) provides highest yield potential but requires artificial drying
• Balancing early corn harvest with soybean timing optimizes equipment usage and workflow
• Challenging the "that's a young man's job" mentality by maintaining muscle mass and activity as we age
• Importance of protein consumption and physical activity for maintaining strength and mobility in later years
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