N2 Novus Nowledge - The Art of Agronomy

Ep. 24 - Mid-Season Challenges: Pest Pressure and Nitrogen Loss | N2 Agronomy

Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss potential threats caused by the heavy precipitation thus far in the growing season:  nitrogen loss and diseases (specifically tar spot in corn).  They also discuss corn and soybean growth stage cutoffs for herbicides along with potential insect pressure.

Ep. 23 - Assessment - The “Why” of Weed Control in 2026 + Timely Top-dress Applications | N2 Agronomy

Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss why our post-emergence herbicide applications in corn have been a struggle this spring.  They also discuss what to do if that application failed.  Plus, they get into some timely comments on top-dressing nitrogen applications in corn.

Ep. 22 - Assessment - Current Conditions and Future Plans | N2 Agronomy

Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss current questions around corn stand assessment, deciding when to replant, and how to kill a failed corn stand.  They also highlight the importance of adjusting weed control programs in a year like this, as well as starting to think about top-dress/side-dress nitrogen applications in corn.

Ep. 21 - Spring Rainfall Challenges | N2 Agronomy

Derek, Nick, and Rodney give updates on planting progress in their respective geographies.  They also discuss various topics impacted by the wet conditions:  weed control, potential nitrogen loss, assessing potential replant scenarios, and more.

Ep. 20 - Spring Update | N2 Agronomy

Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss current conditions and planting progress (or lack thereof) to date.  They also discuss timely weed control tips, insect pest updates, wheat progress, and termination tips for cereal rye and wheat cover crops still growing.