Agronomy Highlights
Agronomy Highlights is a biweekly podcast hosted by Penn State Extension field and forage crops educators. The goal of the show is to cover a broad range of pertinent agronomic topics in depth with knowledgeable guests. Farmers, industry professionals, and anyone interested in increasing their knowledge of field crop production and management should find the information useful.
Agronomy Highlights
Latest Episodes
S4E25: Statewide Crop Conditions and Cover Crops after Small Grains
Recorded: 7/1/2026Join Penn State Extension Agronomy Educators for a timely and practical conversation on current crop conditions across Pennsylvania. In this episode, the team shares on-the-ground observations from fields spanning multi...
S4E24: Small Grain Assessment and Head Scab
Recorded: 6/22/26 As we prepare for small grain harvest, join us as we talk with Penn State experts about the latest approaches to assessing small grain health and productivity. In this episode, we dive into head scab (Fusarium head...
S4E23: Statewide Crop Conditions and Corn Nitrogen Management Tools
Recorded: 6/2/26Join Penn State Extension Agronomy Educators for a timely and practical conversation on current crop conditions across Pennsylvania. In this episode, the team shares on-the-ground observations from fields spanning multipl...
S4E22: Stand Assessment and Replant Decisions in Corn and Soybeans
Recorded: 5/21/26 What should growers look for when evaluating early-season corn and soybean stands to decide whether replanting is worth the time and cost? In this episode, expert Zack Curtis discusses replanting decisions for corn...
S4E21: Forage Fertilization After First Cutting
Recorded: 5/11/26 Rising fertilizer prices are top of mind for producers this spring. As we approach first cutting, how should you be thinking about fertility management to ensure successful hay production throughout the season? Joi...
