Gary Halvorson: Ag Economy & Career Opportunities | Ep. 135

Gary Halvorson: Ag Economy & Career Opportunities | Ep. 135

In this special rerun episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Gary Halvorson, Executive Vice President at CHS Inc., discusses career growth in agronomy, farmer-first leadership, and the skills young professionals need to succeed. He also explains how AI, precision technology, global markets, and ag-economy cycles are reshaping careers in crop science. Listen now on all major platforms! "Agronomy leadership starts with solving farmers' needs before applying crop science." Meet the guest: Gary Halvorson [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-halvorson-14ba7952/] earned his BBA from Concordia University-St. Paul and completed executive leadership programs at Harvard and the University of Minnesota. With over 30 years in the crop industry, he currently serves as EVP at CHS Inc., where he leads enterprise customer development. His expertise spans agronomy, crop inputs, and sales strategy. Listen to Gary Halvorson on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! [https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+crop+science+podcast+show] What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:54) Introduction * (04:01) Career growth paths * (07:44) Skills new grads need * (09:44) Tech in agronomy * (11:28) AI's role today * (21:51) Global market shifts * (23:54) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Loam Bio [https://www.loambio.com/us/] - Elevate [https://elevateagents.ai/] - The Owner's Box [https://ownersbox.io/] - WiseVAs [https://www.wisevas.io/] - ZentrixOS [https://zentrixos.com/] - Zentrix Insights [https://zentrixinsights.com/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.wisenetix.com/croppodcast] Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/cropsciencepodcast/] LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-crop-science-podcast-show/]

Terry Hansen: How Soil Carbon Projects Really Work | Ep. 134

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Terry Hansen, VP of Sales, North America at Loam Bio, explains how measured soil carbon programs can help farmers generate and own carbon credits while strengthening long-term soil performance. He discusses soil carbon across production systems, outcome-based carbon programs, carbon credit ownership, project timelines, and how soil carbon can support input efficiency, soil resilience, and farm profitability. Learn how carbon markets fit in crop operations. Listen now on all major platforms! "Carbon credits can become another farm asset when measured soil carbon programs bring buyers, pricing transparency, and market opportunities together." Meet the guest: Terry Hansen [https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-hansen-jr-26a96331] is VP of Sales, North America at Loam Bio and holds a degree in agronomy from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. His career spans agronomy retail, seed, crop protection, fertilizer, biologicals, and carbon programs. Terry focuses on helping growers integrate carbon solutions into crop production systems. Learn from Terry Hansen on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! [https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+crop+science+podcast+show] Dr. Robbie Oppenheimer: The Science Behind Stable Soil Carbon | Ep. 127 [https://www.wisenetix.co/blog/the-science-behind-stable-soil-carbon] What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:02) Introduction * (03:20) Carbon programs * (09:52) Carbon credit ownership * (16:51) Measurement versus modeling * (18:47) Soil carbon building * (26:58) Farmer adoption strategies * (37:58) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Loam Bio [https://www.loambio.com/us/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.wisenetix.com/croppodcast] Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/cropsciencepodcast/] LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-crop-science-podcast-show/]

Tim Nuss: Inside California Specialty Crop Farming | Ep. 133

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Tim Nuss, CFO of Nuss Farms and co-founder of The Modern Acre and AgList, shares how a California specialty crop operation manages diversification, biological product adoption, smart spraying, irrigation infrastructure, and energy flexibility. He discusses grower trust, demand response programs, and how new ag tools move from idea to field use. Listen now on all major platforms! "Diversification across multiple specialty crops helps reduce operational risk while creating flexibility to navigate changing markets, pricing pressure, and production challenges." Meet the guest: Tim Nuss [https://www.linkedin.com/in/timnuss/] is Chief Financial Officer at Nuss Farms, a fifth-generation specialty crop farm in California. He is also co-founder of The Modern Acre and AgList, where his work connects farming, ag technology, biological product discovery, and grower-focused business models. Learn more from Tim Nuss on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! [https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+crop+science+podcast+show] What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:06) Introduction * (01:53) Farm diversification * (07:46) Biological product adoption * (08:21) Biostimulants * (12:30) Building grower trust * (15:57) Precision irrigation systems * (27:32) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Loam Bio [https://www.loambio.com/us/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.wisenetix.com/croppodcast] Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/cropsciencepodcast/] LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-crop-science-podcast-show/]

Shawn Feikema: Manure, Cover Crops, and Farm Resilience | Ep. 132

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Shawn Feikema, co-owner and operator at Feikema Farms and Circle F Farms in Luverne, Minnesota, shares how a diversified family farm connects cattle feeding, manure management, crop rotation, and cover crops. He discusses farm transition, precision manure application, small grains, soil erosion control, and goal-driven cover crop decisions. Learn how integrated systems support long-term farm resilience. Listen now on all major platforms! "Progress often comes from repeated failures, rapid learning, and the willingness to test new ideas despite uncertainty and changing agricultural conditions." Meet the guest: Shawn Feikema [https://www.instagram.com/feikemafarms/] is co-owner and operator of Feikema Farms Inc. and Circle F Farms in Luverne, Minnesota. As part of a third-generation farming operation, he manages diversified crop production, livestock integration, precision agriculture, manure utilization, cover crops, and conservation-focused systems. Shawn is passionate about improving productivity and soil health through practical innovation and long-term farm sustainability. Learn from Shawn Feikema on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! [https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+crop+science+podcast+show] What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:24) Introduction * (03:24) Farm transition * (08:02) Feedlot integration * (09:19) Manure fertility * (14:53) Crop rotation * (21:52) Cover crop goals * (25:10) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Loam Bio [https://www.loambio.com/us/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.wisenetix.com/croppodcast] Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/cropsciencepodcast/] LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-crop-science-podcast-show/]

Dr. Kevin Bradley: Herbicide-Resistant Weeds in Corn | Ep. 131

In this Corn Special Series episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Kevin Bradley, Professor and State Extension Weed Scientist at the University of Missouri, discusses practical strategies for managing herbicide-resistant weeds in corn and soybean systems. He shares insights on waterhemp, cover crop biomass, harvest weed seed control, electrocution technology, precision spraying, and why residual herbicides still matter. Listen now on all major platforms! "Herbicide resistance continues forcing major changes in weed management programs across corn and soybean systems, especially with waterhemp and Palmer amaranth spreading rapidly." Meet the guest: Dr. Kevin Bradley [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-bradley-64129018/] is a Professor and State Extension Weed Scientist in the Division of Plant Science and Technology at the University of Missouri. His extension and research work focuses on applied weed management in corn, soybean, and forage systems, with extensive work on herbicide-resistant waterhemp. He earned his PhD from Virginia Tech and has served at the University of Missouri since 2003. Listen to The Crop Science Podcast Show with Dr. Kevin Bradley on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! [https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+crop+science+podcast+show] What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (00:59) Introduction * (05:00) Herbicide resistance trends * (06:02) Cover crops * (07:37) Harvest seed control * (15:33) Weed electrocution * (21:30) Precision spraying * (25:25) Final questions The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Loam Bio [https://www.loambio.com/us/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.wisenetix.com/croppodcast] Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/cropsciencepodcast/] LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-crop-science-podcast-show/]