The Deal With Yield - A Farming Podcast

When you think of the word “sustainability” in the realm of modern farming, you may not realize that many farmers have already adapted every day sustainable practices. It can be a topic of contention, but on this episode of the Deal With Yield, host Joel Wipperfurth and guest Molly Toot, senior director of sustainability at Land O'Lakes, dive into farmers’ common sustainable practices and the tools available to track their sustainability journey.

On this episode of The Deal With Yield, Jon and Joel discuss what farmers can expect to learn at WinField United’s upcoming clinics. Discover new ag technology, emerging research findings and management practices to put into action next season. 

Hosts Joel Wipperfurth and Jon Zuk expand on the nutrient deficiency conversation on this episode of the Deal With Yield. Jon gives a look into 2018 soybean yields and the common nutrient deficiencies seen in fields across Minnesota. Joel talks alfalfa and the decision-making that comes along with managing his favorite crop.

On this episode of the Deal With Yield, hosts Joel Wipperfurth and Jon Zuk discuss the various challenges impacting this year’s harvest, including compaction, common disease pressures like SDS and nutrient deficiency trends in corn. The guys look to answer the question, “Is there a connection between disease and fertility?”

On this episode of The Deal With Yield, Jon Zuk is joined by WinField United senior research engineer Dan Bissell. The two discuss the groundbreaking spray research coming out of the Innovation Center and recent findings that show not all DRAs are created equal.

On this episode of the Deal With Yield, Joel Wipperfurth and Jon Zuk continue the crop rotation conversation. The two discuss factors that can force a crop rotation decision when farmers are faced with weed resistance and the power of soil health to guide crop plans. 

From nitrogen applications to tillage options to market conditions, there’s a lot to consider when making crop rotation decisions. On this episode of the Deal With Yield, hosts Joel Wipperfurth and Jon Zuk discuss the many factors that play into crop rotation decisions. Plus, the guys look back on lessons learned in 2018.

Host Joel Wipperfurth recently traveled to Uganda, where he judged the USAID sponsored Fall Armyworm Tech Prize. Participants were tasked with identifying potential solutions to eradicate the fall armyworm in Africa. WinField United agronomist Jon Zuk joins him on this episode of the Deal With Yield and the two dive into the domestic implications and threats of this global pest.

WinField United technology manager Ryan Moeller joins host Jon Zuk once again on this episode of the Deal With Yield. The guys cover the importance of leveraging seed selection tools for in-season management decisions and how it lends to increased yield potential.  

On this episode of the Deal With Yield, host Jon Zuk is joined by WinField United technology manager Ryan Moeller. The two discuss considerations for choosing ag tech tools and the various tools available that can help farmers make informed seed selection decisions.

Host Jon Zuk is joined by WinField United technology manager, Mary Pat Sass to discuss using satellite imagery to monitor crops and make in-season adjustments. They cover the benefits of using imagery together with boots-on-the-ground scouting and Mary Pat shares her experiences from the field.

This year at the South by Southwest festival in Austin, TX, Land O’Lakes hosted The Food Effect experience to help close the gap between farm fields and family tables. Thousands of attendees were drawn in by interactive exhibits, entertainment and guest speakers to learn more about modern agriculture. Joel Wipperfurth and Jon Zuk recap the experience on this episode of The Deal With Yield®.

Hosts Joel and Jon continue answering farmer questions on this episode of The Deal With Yield®. The two discuss implementing automation, employing digital twin technology and finding work-life balance.

On this episode of the Deal With Yield, Joel Wipperfurth and Jon Zuk answer questions they received from farmers at this year’s Commodity Classic tradeshow. The two discuss industry inquiries ranging from dicamba use to the impact of mergers.

Joel Wipperfurth is joined by WinField United Vice President Kevin Eye on this episode of The Deal With Yield®. To commemorate the Answer Plot® program’s 20th anniversary, the guys discuss the game changing insights and memories from the past two decades and what lies ahead.