In this follow-up nitrogen discussion, the Crop Cast team dives into real-world observations from across the Corn Belt and Northern Plains, examining how weather, soil conditions, nitrogen forms, and application timing impact crop performance. The conversation highlights why nitrogen should be managed as a season-long strategy rather than a one-time application, with a strong focus on sulfur, carbon, calcium availability, and nutrient efficiency.

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In this episode of Crop Cast, host Sean Nettleton with Mason Claude and Jaren Schley take a deep dive into nitrogen management during side-dress season and challenge some long-held agronomic assumptions. The conversation covers timing versus total nitrogen rates, why placement and weather matter more than ever, and how growers can potentially reduce nitrogen use while maintaining or improving yield. The crew also breaks down the flaws of traditional nitrate testing and explains how BW Fusion’s SET (Side-dress Efficiency Test) approach provides a more complete picture for in-season fertility decisions.

In this episode of Crop Cast, host Sean sits down with Florida farmer and Marshal Sewell to discuss the mental health challenges facing the agricultural community. Marshall shares the deeply personal story that inspired the creation of the Mind Your Melon Foundation and explains why breaking the stigma around mental health in farming is more important than ever. The conversation dives into resilience, peer support, generational pressure, and the importance of proactive mental wellness in agriculture.

In this solo episode, host Sean Nettleton breaks down the rollercoaster of spring conditions—from near drought to excessive rain—and what it means for crop management decisions. He dives into deeper agronomic thinking around soil biology, nutrient availability, and the real drivers of yield beyond traditional fertility programs. It’s a candid, boots-on-the-ground perspective on staying adaptable, questioning assumptions, and farming smarter in unpredictable conditions.

This episode dives into one of the most overlooked—but critical—drivers of crop performance: soil structure. The team breaks down how a newly developed soil structure rating is outperforming traditional metrics in predicting yield, and why factors like compaction, biology, and pore space may matter more than fertility alone. If you’re chasing higher yields, this conversation challenges everything you thought you knew about soil testing and agronomy.

In this episode, the team sits down with Texas Panhandle growers farming in one of the toughest environments in North America—right in the heart of the Dust Bowl. They dig into water limitations, soil health strategies, and how managing stress—not just nutrients—is becoming the key to staying profitable. It’s a real-world look at how innovative thinking and carbon-driven systems are helping farmers push forward in high-stress environments.

In this episode of Crop Cast, Josh Linville (StoneX) breaks down the real drivers behind today’s volatile fertilizer market—from global supply disruptions to shifting demand and geopolitical risk. The conversation highlights the difference between availability and affordability, and why farmers should expect continued uncertainty. Most importantly, it reinforces a critical mindset shift: focus on efficiency and informed decision-making in a high-cost environment.

This episode dives into the real drivers behind soil health and crop performance, emphasizing that long-term success comes from consistent agronomic practices—not quick fixes or single products. Through real farm experiences, the group breaks down how water-extractable organic carbon (WEOC), soil structure, and data-driven decisions can transform even the toughest ground. The conversation highlights a major mindset shift: building a functional soil system over time delivers more reliable results than chasing short-term yield gains.