In this get-to-know-you roundtable, Dairyland Seed Agronomists explain how small, steady wins create big outcomes for growers. Team Lead Ryan Mueller moderates as Agronomists Mark Gibson, Dan Ritter, Chad Staudinger, and Brian Weller unpack their paths into agronomy, how they triage field problems under pressure, and why data and teamwork matter.

Learn how they use disease and weather trackers, yield estimators, and PXP on-farm comparisons to guide fungicide timing, manage tar spot risk, and place products with confidence. The team wraps with funny field moments that double as practical reminders about safety, preparation, and communication.

Topics discussed:

• What got each agronomist into agriculture and what keeps them inspired
• Turning problem calls into collaborative, fact-based decisions
• Plot walks and product learning that feed better in-season choices
• Tar spot lessons learned and integrating weather outlooks into action plans
• Digital tools that save time and sharpen insights for growers and dealers
• The value of a small team backed by the Corteva research engine
• Forage quality, inventory conversations, and dairy-focused agronomy
• Field humor that teaches real-world lessons

Helpful links:

• Dairyland Seed contact page to reach your local agronomist or DSM https://www.dairylandseed.com/contact-us.html

Episode notes:

• Recorded February 2026
• Product performance varies by environment. Consult local data and follow all labels

Produced, edited and mixed by Corteva Agriscience.

All content is developed and produced by the Dairyland Seed Agronomy Team.

Guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Dairyland Seed, or Corteva Agriscience.

All agronomic information provided are merely suggestions. You should always do your own additional research and adhere to any local, state, or national laws.

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