Pioneer Agronomy: Illinois
Pioneer Agronomy: Illinois is a podcast from Pioneer Seeds that focuses on agronomy for Illinois farmers. Local Pioneer agronomists and experts discuss timely crop management topics and issues affecting the region. Episodes aim to provide practical, up-to-date information growers can use in their fields.
Episodes
How Plant Diagnostics Are Changing the Way We Fight Crop Disease
What really happens after you send a plant sample to the lab, and how does it impact what happens back in the field?
In this episode of Outstanding in Your Field, the team sits down with Corteva Plant Pathology Technology Lead Krystel Navarro to pull back the curtain on the diagnostic lab and the critical role it plays in modern agriculture. From identifying crop diseases with molecular precision
Chasing Moisture, Not the Calendar: Planting Decisions That Drive Yield
Planting season is go-time! But the biggest wins aren’t about speed, they’re about precision where it matters most. If you’re chasing yield this season, start here, and press play.
In this episode of Outstanding in Your Field, the Pioneer agronomy team breaks down what really impacts yield before the crop ever emerges. From dialing in planting depth to understanding soil moisture vs. temperature,
You Can Only Plant It Once (So Check Your Planter)
As planting season approaches, the details behind planter setup can make or break your crop before the first seed even emerges. In this episode of Outstanding in Your Field, hosts Bryan Schrader, Carl Joern, and Crystal Williams bring together planter technology specialists and from Indiana and Illinois to walk through the most critical planter maintenance checks growers should make before heading
Early Harvest Update
We get an update on drought stress, southern rust, tar spot and red crown rot. Each agronomist also shares boots-on-the-ground updates from their region—covering yield expectations, crop variability, and disease pressures farmers are facing this season.Hear practical agronomic advice for managing standability, harvest timing, and crop protection, plus key takeaways to carry into future growing sea
Fueling Forward with Canola in Southern Illinois 🌱
Listen for:✅ Why canola is gaining attention as a renewable diesel feedstock✅ How equipment, fertility, and herbicide management compare to corn, soybeans, and wheat✅ Key lessons learned from Illinois’ first canola acres✅ Where the crop fits in local rotations and markets✅ What farmers can expect for 2025 and beyondFun fact: At publication of this episode, the global leader growing canola by far (
Fungicide, Disease and Pest Pressure Across Illinois
🎯 Topics covered:Tar spot, gray leaf spot, and northern corn leaf blight updatesFungicide timing: spray early, wait, or plan for two passes?Insect pressure: rootworm, Japanese beetles, and moreFertility tips: sulfur on soybeans, residue management at harvestWhat to watch in late July and August 🎧 Listen to more episodes at: pioneer.com/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads
Unlocking Yield Through Kernel Size with Matt Essex
With over 26 years at Pioneer, Matt shares insights from recent research across 30+ field locations that reveal how kernel size—not just population or ear count—is a major driver of yield potential.Listen for how management practices influence kernel development, how nutrient timing plays a role, and what you can do to maximize grain fill from pollination through black layer. Hosted by Simplecast,
Making the Most of Fungicide Decisions
They dig into decision-making factors when selecting fungicides, discuss the value of Corteva’s product lineup—including Approach(®) and Approach(®) Prima —and highlight the importance of timing, from V5 to R3. Brad also offers candid thoughts on the economics of early applications and how growers can prioritize acres when budget or logistics make it tough to treat every field.This episode offers
Coffee with the Agronomists: Planting 2025 Roundtable
In this special “coffee with the agronomists” edition, we get a diner-table style discussion about the ups and downs of the 2025 planting season. From early-start excitement to rain-soaked setbacks and crusting concerns, Pioneer agronomists share candid updates, key learnings and field-level wisdom from every corner of the state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i
Motherhood and White Mold
We begin the episode hearing heartfelt stories about blending motherhood with a passion for agronomy, from toddlers marveling at tractors to teaching kids about corn. "I remember when [my daughter] was first learning to talk, and the first time she said corn, which was more like kern, it was so cute," says Crystal. "When she was 11 months old, barefoot out in the field and holding a seedling and w
Planting Pointers with Andy Knepp
💡 Clif Notes from the conversation 💡- Planting depth: 2-2.5 inches for corn, 1.5 inches for soybeans- Planting ahead of rain: Go for it—if conditions are good and the forecasted rain is not excessive- Adjusting populations: No adjustments needed yet; consider increasing soybean populations if planting drags into late May- Switching maturities: Stick with your original hybrids unless planting slips
All About Pioneer Seed Treatments with Rachel Woods
As spring planting kicks into high gear, they discuss how Pioneer® evaluates seed treatment products, the importance of multiple modes of action, and what makes proven solutions like ILEVO® still top contenders in disease suppression—especially against threats like soybean cyst nematode and the emerging red crown rot.You’ll also hear insights into how Corteva’s industry-leading Seed Applied Techno
NEXTA: Using Biologicals To Prevent Plant Stress
"The easiest way to incorporate these products is in a pass you’re already making," says Goede. "So if you have in furrow applicators, you can tank mix it, or you can tank mix it with an herbicide on a second pass through the field."For the 2025 season, NEXTA Biologicals is focusing on PGRs (plant growth regulators), synthetic hormones that are naturally occurring in plants. Some PGRs are stress h
Pre-Planting Reminders For Illinois Growers
During this episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, host Crystal Williams talks Brad Mason, an agronomist based in Macomb, IL, about pre-planting tasks and checklists. Mason also gives some advice about what to look at as you’re breaking out your planter for the season. “I know it’s time consuming calibrating the planter,” Mason says. “But it’s worth spending the time, and we’ve had grea
Waterhemp and Weed Control with Enlist Soybeans
Enlist E3® soybeans are an advanced seed with high yield potential and a robust herbicide tolerance, but as with any other seed, proper planning goes into getting a good yield. ----More about Enlist: https://www.pioneer.com/us/products/soybeans/enlist-e3.html?cid=mkch:sem_mktp:gsh_ctry:us_brnd:phi_agny:IHA_mkdv:pd_objv:cod_audn:frm_prct:SED_cpds:ADW-Pioneer-Soybean-Soybean-Search-Traits_cpky:36001
Breaking the 100 Bushel Wheat Barrier
In this episode, Pioneer Southern Illinois Field Agronomist Scott Eversgerd joins host and fellow agronomist Crystal Williams to tackle topics like scouting for winter kill, nitrogen and sulfur management, disease management, and other timely topics for managing high yielding wheat.Additional Resources:Management for High Yield Winter Wheat - Eastern North AmericaWheat Management to Maximize Yield
April Beans And Corn Did Better
During this episode of the Pioneer Agronomy Podcast from Illinois, how planting dates and weather affected yield in 2024. Some places went a full 60 days without rain in parts of the state, which is why early planted soybeans did much better than late planted ones. "May corn might have looked a little better in parts of Illinois, but it was the April plants that did the best in terms of yield and
Spring Versus Fall Nitrogen Application
“The mentality that we don’t have to stabilize [nitrogen] in spring is a really poor one,” Andrew Luzum, Nutrient Maximizer Strategic Account Manager explains. “When we talk about that temperature sensitive chart, when soil temperatures warm up is when that bacteria load really starts to become more rampant and reproduce, and that’s when the degradation of the nitrogen happens. The reality is when
Record Soybean Yields In Illinois
Some areas of the state saw some good rainfall associated with Hurricane Helene, but in other parts of the state, some farmers might go the entire month of October with no additional moisture. Listen in as host Rachel Fulton, Agronomy Innovation Manager, gets a field and crop update from: Scott Eversgerd, Field Agronomist Matt Montgomery, Field Agronomist Andy Knepp, Field Agronomist Jason McVicke
Corn Breeding 101 With Justin Gifford
History of the corn breeding program at Pioneer Seed: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-yield-gains.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
September Crop Update + Wheat Planting Begins
Illinois growers are seeing an uptick in disease at the end of this season, and during this episode of the Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, experts in the state talk about what they are seeing in terms of tip die back and tar spot. Also: despite the disease, agronomists are seeing outstanding yields on corn crops so far this harvest. Hear from: Field Agronomist Pat ReggField Agronomist Scott EversgereFie
Specialty Crops and Roller Coaster Rides With Roger Theisen
During this episode, we learn about how recent political developments are affecting the commodity markets, specifically soybeans, and gas prices with Roger Theisen, who has been working with Corteva for more than 20 years. Also on this episode of the podcast: Roger Theisen, Marketing Manager, Specialty Crops Jason McVicker, Field Agronomist Matt Montgomery, Field Agronomist Andy Knepp, Field Agron
August Crop & Field Update
This episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy Podcast features crop and field updates from Rachel Fulton, Agronomy Innovation Manager; Scott Eversgerd, Field Agronomist; Matt Montgomery, Field Agronomist; Andy Knepp, Field Agronomist and John Kultgen, Field Agronomist.ResourcesWebsite: Sudden Death Syndrome of Soybeans Website: Red Crown Rot in Soybeans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S
Agronomy Innovation with Ken O'Brien
In this episode of the Illinois podcast, Ken O'Brien, North America Agronomy Innovation Leader, joins to talk about his role in Pioneer Agronomy Innovation. Agronomy Innovation has a focus of improving seed performance through science-backed innovative agronomy. The group discusses how Agronomy Innovation touches many aspects of agronomy within the business, including Decision Sciences — which is
July Field & Crop Update
In this episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, Rachel Fulton, Agronomy Innovation Manager, Jason McVicker, Field Agronomist, Pat Reeg, Field Agronomist, Brad Mason, Field Agronomist, Matt Montgomery, Field Agronomist and Scott Eversgerd, Field Agronomist provide crop updates from each of their areas and provide scouting tips for issues they are seeing. ResourcesArticle: Corn and Soybea
A to Z Soybeans with Don Kyle
In this episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy podcast, Don Kyle, Pioneer Illinois Soybean Breeder, joins hosts Crystal Williams, Pat Reeg, Jason McVicker, Brad Mason and Andy Knepp. This episode covers white mold in soybeans, Pioneer® brand Z-Series Soybeans, management tips for maximizing yield and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co
Late June Field & Crop Update
This update features a few new and familiar faces: Rachel Fulton, Agronomy Innovation Manager Scott Eversgerd, Field Agronomist Reed Morris, Strategic Account Manager Brad Mason, Field Agronomist Pat Reeg, Field Agronomist Jason McVicker, Field Agronomist Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Planning Your Fungicide Applications
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Pat Reeg, Andy Knepp and Matt Montgomery provide field updates and discuss planning fungicide applications. The most important factor determining the value of a foliar fungicide application is disease pressure. When weather conditions are conducive for foliar diseases, a fungicide application can be beneficial. Hybrids that have lower levels of genet
Late May Field and Crop Update
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists go around the horn, providing field, planting and crop updates around Illinois. As field conditions vary from field to field and county to county, it's important to look keep a tab on fields early and often. Hosts Crystal Williams, Brad Mason, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd talk planting progress, early season outlook and more. 1:05 - Northern Illinois Update4:04
Protecting Your In-Season Nitrogen
Hosts Crystal Williams, Andy Knepp, Matt Montgomery, Pat Reeg and Scott Eversgerd discuss early and in-season nitrogen and how growers can get the most out of their nitrogen investments. Joining this episode is Chris Kluemke, Corteva Agriscience Nutrient Maximizer Team. Chris provides insight into the importance of protecting nitrogen side-dress applications and the benefits that will come through
Illinois Planting Updates and Early Season Pests
We're back for Season Two of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy podcast! Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery, Scott Eversgerd and Brad Mason discuss Illinois planting as growers get their 2024 crop in the ground. Joining this episode is Pat Reeg, Pioneer Field Agronomist. Pat and the group discusses Black Cutworm and other early season pests throughout the state. 1:10 - 3:30
Merry Christmas from Pioneer Agronomy Illinois!
And that's a wrap on the 2023 growing season! In this episode of the Illinois Agronomy Podcast, hosts Crystal Williams, Brad Mason, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd put a bow on the 2023 season. The group recap the first season of the podcast, highlighting working across the state and across state lines throughout each episode. Also discussed are agronomic highlights and what has been learned f
The Initial Steps of Planning for a Successful 2024
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd discuss setting your operation up for success in 2024. The trio also provide harvest updates for the state as harvest gets closer to wrapping up for the 2023 season. For setting growers up for a successful 2024, the agronomists discuss optimal conditions for tillage, whether cover crops are right for your operation,
Harvest Update: Variable Soybean and Surprising Corn Yields
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Cody Pettit, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd delve into harvest updates across the state of Illinois. The group discusses soybean variability, surprising corn yields and how rainfall, timing and genetics contributed.
1:25 - 3:28 Southern Illinois Agronomy Update
3:29 - 5:24 West-Central Agronomy Update
5:25 - 8:09 Eastern Illinois Agronomy Updat
Fall Nitrogen and Considerations for 2024
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Cody Pettit, Brad Mason, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd dive into fall nitrogen management and considerations for growers. Joining this episode are Heather Vosburgh, Corteva Agriscience Territory Manager and member of the Nutrient Maximizer Team, and Mike Koenigs, Pioneer Sales Representative and member of the Nutrient Maximizer Team. The group f
Setting Your Wheat Crop Up For Success
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd discuss fall wheat planting and preparation for growers. Wheat variety selection and seed treatment are important considerations, especially to control diseases like head scab. Fall fertility plans are also important to make before planting. As for planting dates, northern fields a traditionally planted first. Obser
Identifying Ear and Stalk Rots
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists discuss ear and stalk rots as growers begin prioritizing fields for harvest. Ear and stalk rots cause damage and yield loss in many corn fields across North America each year. Scouting fields and harvesting those with more severe rot can reduce harvest losses. Agronomists Crystal Williams, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd also discuss the importance of proper timing
What Weight Can I Put Into Yield Checks in Pre-Harvest?
Illinois Pioneer Agronomists discuss mid-August scouting tips as growers get into their fields and look to determine yield come harvest. Scouting this time of year can provide an indicator of yield in the fall. While the combine will be the final yield decider, walking through fields can provide an idea of final yield. Agronomists also go around the state of Illinois and provide agronomic updates.
Nodes, Nodes, Nodes: When is Soybean Yield Built
0:00 - 0:28 Introduction0:28 - 2:55 Northern Illinois Agronomy Update2:55 - 5:37 Central Illinois Agronomy Update5:37 - 7:39 Eastern Illinois Agronomy Update7:39 - 11:42 West-Central Illinois Agronomy Update11:42 - 14:10 Southern Illinois Agronomy Update14:10 - 39:39 When is soybean yield built?ResourcesAgronomy Article: Understanding and Increasing Soybean YieldsAgronomy Article: Soybean Growth S
The Future of Fungicide Decision-Making
00:00 - 03:28 Introduction03:30 - 04:49 Western Illinois Agronomy Update04:50 - 07:13 Central Illinois Agronomy Update07:14 - 09:57 South-Central Illinois Agronomy Update10:00 - 36:44 New tools for fungicide timing and decision-makingResourcesAgronomy Article: Maximizing the Value of Foliar Fungicides in CornAgronomy Article: Effects of Foliar Fungicide Timing on Corn YieldAgronomy Article: Glypho
July Seasonal Update
On this episode of the Illinois Agronomy podcast, host Crystal Williams leads a roundtable discussion covering wheat harvest in Southern Illinois, drought observations and overall crop conditions throughout the state and more. Joining this episode are Matt Montgomery, Pat Reeg and Scott Eversgerd. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Managing Corn Rootworm
Agronomy Article: Corn RootwormAgronomy Article: Corn Rootworm Biology and ManagementVideo: Matt Montgomery Explains How To Scout Rootworm Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
When is Corn Yield Built?
Pioneer Corn Yield Estimator: https://www.pioneer.com/us/tools-services/corn-yield-estimator.htmlStaging Corn Growth Agronomy Article: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/staging_corn_growth.htmlVegetative Corn Growth Stages and Scouting Tips Agronomy Article: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-ve-v2.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our
Red Crown Rot: An Emerging Disease
Agronomy Article: Red Crown Rot in Soybeans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Lessons from Competing in the NCGA Corn Yield Contest
2023 Pioneer Agronomy Research Summary Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
A Look at Dual-Pass Fungicide Systems
In this episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy Podcast, guests look at duel-pass fungicide systems from a 2022 study and discuss the results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Weed Management: Building Your Plans A, B and C
Article - Early Season Weed Control is a MustArticle - Control Early Season Weeds in CornArticle - Weed Management in the Era of Glyphosate ResistanceVideo - Discussing Winter Annual Weeds and Fall Weed Control in the Spring Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Difference Between "Early and Stupid" Planting Dates
2023 Planting Guide: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/planting-guide.htmlPlanting Outcome Effects on Corn Yield: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn_planting_outcome_effects.htmlCorn Response to Planting Date: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/corn-planting-date-hybrid-maturity.htmlPlanting Date Effect on Soybeans: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/planting-date-soybean-stages-r1-r6.ht
Wheat Management 101
For more information on wheat disease management, visit: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/managing_diseases_in_wheat.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Podcast Introduction and Answering: "What's a Biological?"
In this inaugural episode of the Illinois Pioneer Agronomy podcast, your host and Pioneer Field Agronomist Crystal Williams answers the question, "What's a Biological?" Joining this episode are Brad Mason, Cody Pettit, Matt Montgomery and Scott Eversgerd. All guests are Pioneer Agronomists in Illinois. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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