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UMN Extension Nutrient Management Podcast

University of Minnesota Extension

Welcome to University of Minnesota Extension’s first ever nutrient management podcast. Every month we’ll bring you the latest nutrient management information for farmers in Minnesota and acr...

Episodes

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Biological soil fertility products for corn and soybeans: How should farmers be thinking about them?

Dan Kaiser and Brad Carlson continue their discussion on N-fixing biostimulant products in today's episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart P...

Sep 25, 2025
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Manure sampling and testing: Variability, guidelines & safety for your operation

This week on Advancing Nitrogen Smart, Melissa Wilson and Brad Carlson talk about manure sampling and testing. What are some sampling guidel...

Jun 18, 2025
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Conducting on-farm research: Four Midwest experts weigh in on design tips, planning and more

Today on the Nutrient Management Podcast we discuss on-farm research. On-farm research has been here for decades - so what's new about it? W...

May 28, 2025
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2025 Strategic Farming: Field Notes launches May 7 with planting updates

Join us for the launch of the 2025 season of University of Minnesota Extension's Strategic Farming: Field Notes! The online series begins Ma...

Apr 10, 2025
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Nitrogen-fixing biologicals: What farmers should know

Today we’re talking all about nitrogen-fixing biologicals. What's the best definition of a biological or biostimulant? Are they fertilizers,...

Feb 19, 2025
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Nitrogen conservation and water quality, Part 1: Tech, edge-of-field, & proactive management solutions

Nitrogen conservation and water quality are the subject of today's Advancing Nitrogen Smart episode. There's lots to cover so we're splittin...

Jan 8, 2025
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Soybean nutrient management in western Minnesota: What to know about recent research

Today on the podcast we focus on soybean nutrient management in western Minnesota. Our four panelists conduct research across Minnesota and...

Dec 19, 2024
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Nitrogen loss: Lessons learned from the 2024 growing season

Nitrogen loss: Lessons learned from the 2024 growing season is the big topic on today's episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast. What N a...

Nov 7, 2024
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Nitrification inhibitors in detail: Important information to help delay N loss

In episode 12 of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart series Brad and Dan talk in detail about nitrification inhibitors. What are the two types of i...

Oct 30, 2024
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Advancing Nitrogen Smart podcast series celebrates 10 episodes, with more to come

By: Jack Wilcox, Extension communications generalistAccess to unbiased, research-based information is essential for farmers and agricultural...

Oct 24, 2024
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Liming and pH: Timing, economics, materials, and more

In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, our panelists discuss liming in detail. What kind of variation is there in liming recomm...

Oct 15, 2024
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Your optimal N rate: Understanding its impact on yield, water quality, and the bottom line

In this episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart series, we discuss probably the most important topic for many farmers - rate. What makes bot...

Sep 18, 2024
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Fall fertilizer outlook for 2024: Current conditions, soil testing, and farmer finances

This episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast is our annual fall fertilizer outlook for 2024. After such a challenging growing season thro...

Sep 9, 2024
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Nitrogen pools: Our experts talk timing, testing and uptake

In this episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart series, our two experts discuss nitrogen pools. What are nitrogen pools, and where do we fin...

Aug 27, 2024
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Phosphorus fertilizer guidelines: Four Midwest experts talk profit, yield, soil tests & more

In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking about phosphorus fertilizer guidelines in Minnesota and throughout the Mid...

Aug 21, 2024
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Nitrogen transformation up close: Key details for efficient fertilizer management

In the 6th episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart series, we’re taking an up-close look at the nitrogen transformation process. We’ll talk...

Aug 8, 2024
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Manure application in 2024: Value for growers, long-term research, and what's on the horizon

In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking about manure application in 2024. What’s the value of manure today, given...

Jul 30, 2024
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How soil water storage, temperature, and the nitrogen cycle help MN farmers make key decisions

In the 5th episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart series, we’re talking about the ways the soil stores water, and how nitrogen transforms i...

Jul 25, 2024
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Sidedressing nitrogen: What should growers keep in mind when applying in-season?

In the 4th episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart series, we’re talking in-depth about sidedress. What are the growth stages critical to gr...

Jun 24, 2024
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Nitrogen-fixing biological products: Four Midwest experts weigh in on industry claims, on-farm research tips, and more

In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking all about biologicals. What should companies consider as they test their b...

Jun 6, 2024
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