The FieldLink Podcast

U.S. Wine Grape Production With Fritz Westover

A leading expert in viticulture education and host of the popular Vineyard Underground podcast, Fritz Westover joins Paul Crout, AGRIntelligence & Agronomy Manager for the Western US, to discuss wine grape production in the U.S. The USDA Grain Supply Report surprised traders and growers after its recent release, so Jody Lawrence visits to detail what that report means to producers before ending the show with tips for marketing your crop in 2024.
 
To learn more about fertility management, listen to episode 16 the Vineyard Underground podcast with Paul Crout: VineyardUndergroundPodcast.com/vu016/.
 
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Discussions Ramp Up Over Farm Bill

With discussions ramping up in Washington, D.C., over the Farm Bill, Sean McCarty, Helena Director of Government Affairs, returns to share valuable insight about the bill and other leading issues being debated by Congress. Tune in to our first episode of 2024 to see how your farm may be impacted by what’s happening on Capitol Hill.
 
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Year in Review & Marketing Tips with Jody Lawrence

What a year 2023 has been for the FieldLink Podcast! Not only did we celebrate our 50th episode, we also discussed important topics along the way, such as the impact of mental health in agriculture and new products like Resgenix and Trico Pro. We also took a deep dive into the creation and history of beer in the “Beer, Barley and Hops” episode. Join us as we review 2023 and discover what impacted the grain markets and your farm’s profitability. We close out the episode and year with three tips on marketing your crops in 2024 from Jody Lawrence.
 
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The Big 5-0: Phil Hollis Joins To Celebrate Milestone Episode

Welcome to the 50th episode of the FieldLink Podcast! Since our first episode was released on March 3, 2022, we’ve covered a multitude of topics with industry professionals to help growers across the nation gain valuable insight and knowledge. In this special episode, we discuss the changing landscape of ag retail with Helena Executive Vice President Phill Hollis. Listen to learn how our company is working to meet the demands of growers in the ever-evolving marketplace. To cap off this special episode, Jody Lawrence breaks down the details of the latest USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) Report.
 
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Trico Pro Aims To Defend Against Growing Deer Population

Do you have your sights set on protecting your crops and forestry operations from the ever-growing deer population in the U.S.? With totals of more than 20 million across the nation, deer are causing severe destruction to field crops and young trees, leading to significant economic impact. Brand Manager Dr. Michael Cox visits to detail how growers can use Helena’s newest repellent, Trico Pro, to protect their fields. Later, we catch up with Jody Lawrence for insight on soybean marketing strategies for 2024.
 
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AGRIntelligence Assists Northeast Fruit Grower Operations

What do Maine blueberry growers, Massachusetts cranberry farmers and New York apple producers all have in common? They’re utilizing data from AGRIntelligence to better serve their operations while enhancing their sustainability insight and food security questions. AGRIntelligence Information Specialist Brad Dressler joins to discuss how the program can be used to help yield and improve the decisions you make at your farm. Stay tuned to hear from Jody Lawrence as he details the drought conditions in Brazil and how it can impact the overall demand for U.S. soybeans.
 
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Better Manage Water Resources With Resgenix

Nominated as a finalist for The Scoop’s 2023 New Product of the Year contest, Resgenix is helping growers better manage their water resources as watersheds across the country are being depleted as demand for food increases. Helena Brand Manager Austin Anderson and Products Manager Gene Maulding join to describe what this new product can do for ag professionals. Lastly, we hear from Jody Lawrence to cap off the show.
 
Vote for Resgenix for the 2023 New Product of the Year in The Scoop’s contest. Voting ends Jan. 1, 2024: TheDailyScoop.com/new-products.  
 
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Beer, Barley and Hops

Cheers! This special episode features a closer look through the process of growing the key ingredients to a popular drink among the 21-and-over crowd — beer. We dive into the science, culture, history and innovation that has transformed this beverage through the years with the people who make it. Sit back, grab a cold one and relax while listening to this FieldLink episode!
For more information about hops, check out these resources discussed in the episode below:
https://www.oregonhops.org/
https://wchops.com/
 
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Fall Weed Control Can Impact Next Year’s Crop

Do you have a plan of attack against weeds this fall? Controlling and eliminating weed growth can increase your chances of having a successful crop next year. Helena Brand Manager Mark Wayland details the importance of incorporating a fall burndown in your plan of action against weeds. You’ll learn how Barrage HF and Latigo Bold are our recommendations to target and kill weeds during burndown before the next planting season.
 
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How To Incorporate Resurge Into Your Fertility Programs

Helena Branch Manager Dan Pianalto joins from Garden City, Kansas, to discuss the importance of growers incorporating Resurge into their winter wheat fertility programs. Then, Kody Blochowitz, Product Manager in Colorado, explains how strip-till farmers from the high plains are using Resurge. You’ll also hear insight into the latest WASDE report and how weather is impacting commodity prices from Jody Lawrence.
 
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