In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Steve Phillips from Oklahoma State University explores soil fertility strategies that drive better nutrient management in diverse cropping systems. He shares insights from field trials evaluating restrictive layers, yield-limiting factors, and fertility practices in integrated crop-livestock systems. Listen now on all major platforms!

"There is a limiting layer in soil... and a good correlation between the depth to these limiting layers and crop yield."

Meet the guest: Dr. Steve Phillips is Associate Professor of Soil Fertility at Oklahoma State University and Senior Consulting Scientist at the African Plant Nutrition Institute. With past roles at Virginia Tech and the International Plant Nutrition Institute, his work focuses on fertility management, precision ag, and integrated crop-livestock systems.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:13) Introduction
• (08:48) Restrictive layer impact
• (13:15) Precision ag applications
• (14:53) Grazing fertility strategies
• (19:53) On-farm experimentation benefits
• (23:43) Research program reflections
• (25:38) Final three questions

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Jeff Miller, Principal Field Investigator and President of Miller Research LLC, explains how private agricultural research supports the crop industry, especially in potatoes and sugar beets. He breaks down trial protocols, crop damage evaluations, pesticide application decisions, and the impact of policy and public perception. Listen now on all major platforms!

"USDA tests come in below allowable residue levels: our food supply is amazingly safe."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jeff Miller earned his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from Washington State University, focusing on potato late blight. With academic experience at the University of Minnesota and the University of Idaho, he now leads Miller Research LLC, conducting crop production and pest management trials.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:08) Introduction
• (04:16) Research protocol planning
• (09:06) Trial plot design
• (14:43) IPM in potatoes
• (16:50) Cost analysis
• (20:40) Herbicide public perception
• (25:53) Final three questions

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In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Sara Bauder, SDSU Extension Forage Field Specialist, talks about her work developing forage programs across South Dakota. She breaks down what makes regional forage systems unique, how growers can better manage crops during dry years, and why building strong networks matters. You’ll also hear how the Northern Plains Forage Association is helping connect and support producers. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Forages often get pushed aside in row crop rotations, yet they play a key role in covering soil and enhancing system resilience."

Meet the guest: Sara Bauder serves as the Extension Forage Field Specialist at South Dakota State University. With a background in agronomy and a Master’s in Plant Science, her work emphasizes forage management, grower education, and inter-state collaboration across the Northern Plains.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:16) Introduction
• (04:51) Forage programs
• (07:43) Regional forages
• (11:46) Northern Plains Forage Association
• (16:08) Networking opportunities
• (23:56) Drought management tips
• (28:16) Final three questions

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