In this episode of Breaking Barriers, we dig into the details that drive better yields—from optimizing planting equipment and closing systems to managing compaction and crop timing with GDUs. Hear real-world insights on strip tilling, nutrient placement, and why on-farm trials are key to farming smarter, not harder.

Lifelong farmers and founders of Total Acre, Randy Dowdy and David Hula share their Breaking Barriers agronomic insights to challenge farmers to think differently. While known for growing record-breaking corn and soybean yields, their primary focus is maximizing profits on every acre. Learn from the duo to focus on continual, measurable improvement on your farm.

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In this episode of Breaking Barriers with R and D, Randy Dowdy and David Hula dive into the latest innovations shaping modern agriculture. From emerging technologies to ongoing challenges, they explore how today’s farmers are leveraging science and strategy to push yield boundaries. The duo breaks down the impact of seed depth and shares how data-driven planting strategies can unlock maximum yields.

Joining the conversation is Bryce Mericka, Total Acre’s Trial Data & Analytics Manager, who offers insight into how Total Acre is transforming the ag industry. Through their cutting-edge Yield Management Software (YMS), they’re empowering growers nationwide with actionable data and powerful decision-making tools.

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Welcome to the debut episode of "Breaking Barriers," a new podcast hosted by yield champions Randy Dowdy and David Hula. Breaking Barriers is all about giving growers timely, practical insights to increase profitability. In this inaugural episode, we sit down with Nebraska farmer Randy Hughes, who opens about how he manages pivots and water resources, and how the Total Acre program transformed his approach to fertility and tissue testing. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your inputs or just learn from other top producers, this episode is packed with real-world tips.

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