UMN Extension Nutrient Management Podcast

By University of Minnesota Extension

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Welcome to University of Minnesota Extension's Nutrient Management Podcast. Each month we bring you the latest research in nutrient management for crops and how you can incorporate the latest tips and best management practices to your farm.

Episode Date
Sidedressing nitrogen: The rationale, past research & potential risks in split-applying
Jun 02, 2026
Sugarbeet nutrient management: Best practices, guidelines & new research for MN growers
May 21, 2026
Nitrates & placement: Factors for reducing nitrogen loss to water
May 06, 2026
The pre-sidedress nitrate test (PSNT): Sampling, standards & values to know
Apr 22, 2026
Spring fertilizer outlook: How is price volatility impacting input planning in 2026?
Apr 07, 2026
Active sensors & variable rate nitrogen: What MN farmers should know
Mar 26, 2026
Phosphorus: Rate guidelines, sources & best practices for Minnesota, Midwest farmers
Mar 17, 2026
Minnesota's Nutrient Reduction Strategy: Practices, progress & solutions
Mar 09, 2026
Incorporating conservation practices: County SWCDs, farmer resources & successes
Feb 25, 2026
Looking ahead to spring manure: ManureDB, research updates & best practices for MN farmers
Feb 23, 2026
Nitrogen BMPs and nitrate water quality issues in southeast Minnesota: What should growers be thinking about?
Jan 26, 2026
The 5 main pathways of nitrogen loss: What are they, and how can you increase efficiency?
Jan 12, 2026
All about cover crops: Lower seeding rates, weed control, advice for farmers & more
Dec 11, 2025
Micronutrients: Current research, tissue sampling, toxicity symptoms & more
Nov 24, 2025
Variable rate zones: Field mapping, soil characteristics, tools & more
Nov 12, 2025
Updated corn nitrogen rates: Regional differences, profit vs yield, water quality & more
Oct 22, 2025
An introduction to MRTN: Efficiencies & economics in mind
Oct 14, 2025
Biological soil fertility products for corn and soybeans: How should farmers be thinking about them?
Sep 25, 2025
Fall manure application: Plans, resources & strategies for Minnesota farmers
Sep 09, 2025
Bioreactors in-depth: Carbon sources, incorporation, maintenance & more
Aug 27, 2025
2025 Fall fertilizer outlook: Management tips during economic uncertainty
Aug 19, 2025
Manure laws and regulations in MN: Feedlots, storage, buffers & more
Aug 13, 2025
How soil conditions & chemistry affect nitrogen loss
Jul 30, 2025
Variable rate nitrogen: What are we trying to accomplish?
Jul 17, 2025
Nutrient management for irrigated crops in MN: Corn, potatoes, & edible beans
Jul 15, 2025
Sulfur management: In-season, source, carryover, soybean & more
Jun 24, 2025
Manure sampling and testing: Variability, guidelines & safety for your operation
Jun 18, 2025
More Maximum Return to Nitrogen (MRTN): How is this N rec calculated?
Jun 05, 2025
Conducting on-farm research: Four Midwest experts weigh in on design tips, planning and more
May 28, 2025
Accounting for soil and weather conditions: Methods and tools to help fine-tune your N
May 14, 2025
Why understanding the nitrogen cycle is key to managing soil fertility
Apr 29, 2025
Cation exchange capacity & nutrient management: What does the data say?
Apr 22, 2025
Nitrogen fertilizer management & surface water: Context, successes and challenges
Apr 03, 2025
2025 Spring Fertilizer Outlook: What should MN farmers consider, avoid?
Mar 25, 2025
Nitrogen management & groundwater: What to know
Mar 12, 2025
Nutrient management & cover crops: A research update across Minnesota
Feb 26, 2025
Nitrogen-fixing biologicals: What farmers should know
Feb 19, 2025
Variable rate nitrogen: What farmers should know
Feb 06, 2025
25 Years of nutrient management: How have practices changed and evolved?
Jan 23, 2025
Nitrogen conservation and water quality, Part 1: Tech, edge-of-field, & proactive management solutions
Jan 22, 2025
Nitrogen conservation and water quality, Part 2: Precision conservation, and future efficiencies
Jan 22, 2025
Soybean nutrient management: IDC concerns, a research wrap-up, and looking ahead to 2025
Dec 19, 2024
Predicting nitrogen rates: Factors and resources for Minnesota farmers
Dec 04, 2024
The history of N rate recommendations in Minnesota: What farmers should know
Nov 13, 2024
Nitrogen loss: Lessons learned from the 2024 growing season
Nov 07, 2024
Nitrification inhibitors in detail: Important information to help delay N loss
Oct 30, 2024
A difference in degrees: Fall application efficiency at 50 Fahrenheit
Oct 16, 2024
Liming and pH: Timing, economics, materials, and more
Oct 15, 2024
Fall manure application: Optimal strategies for Minnesota farmers
Oct 02, 2024
Your optimal N rate: Understanding its impact on yield, water quality, and the bottom line
Sep 18, 2024
Fall fertilizer outlook for 2024: Current conditions, soil testing, and farmer finances
Sep 09, 2024
Timing nitrogen efficiently: How to maximize yield while mitigating risk
Sep 04, 2024
Nitrogen pools: Our experts talk timing, testing and uptake
Aug 27, 2024
Phosphorus fertilizer guidelines: Four Midwest experts talk profit, yield, soil tests & more
Aug 21, 2024
Nitrogen transformation up close: Key details for efficient fertilizer management
Aug 08, 2024
Manure application in 2024: Value for growers, long-term research, and what's on the horizon
Jul 30, 2024
How soil water storage, temperature, and the nitrogen cycle help MN farmers make key decisions
Jul 25, 2024
Sidedressing nitrogen: What should growers keep in mind when applying in-season?
Jun 24, 2024
Supplemental nitrogen fertilizer: Is it time to pull the trigger?
Jun 17, 2024
Nitrogen-fixing biological products: Four Midwest experts weigh in on industry claims, on-farm research tips, and more
Jun 06, 2024
Carryover nitrogen: A potential credit for N fertilizer reduction in Minnesota
Jun 05, 2024
Statewide best management practices for nitrogen: A valuable resource for Minnesota growers
May 22, 2024
Nitrogen Smart is going digital! Podcasts, videos will help more farmers improve N fertilizer practices
May 15, 2024
Nitrogen placement: What Minnesota farmers should know about depth, incorporation, loss pathways, and more
May 08, 2024
Nitrogen and sulfur: In-season application, nutrient interactions, precision tech & more
May 07, 2024
Soybean fertilizer management: IDC, sulfur, P and K soil tests, and more
Apr 15, 2024
Spring fertilizer outlook: Key decisions after a warm winter
Mar 07, 2024
Cover crops in Minnesota: Recent challenges and future solutions
Feb 29, 2024
AFREC research roundup: 2023 nutrient management findings
Jan 22, 2024
Nitrogen management in southeast Minnesota: What's the situation and what's being done?
Dec 13, 2023
Edge of field N and P reduction strategies: What to know about conservation drainage practices
Dec 11, 2023
Fall soil sampling
Oct 02, 2023
Fall manure best practices
Sep 20, 2023
2023 Fall Fertilizer Outlook
Aug 09, 2023
Measuring and building soil carbon
Jul 26, 2023
In-season nitrogen decision tools
Jun 13, 2023
Soybean fertilizer management
May 08, 2023
2023 Spring fertilizer outlook
Apr 03, 2023
Fertilizing lawns and gardens
Mar 14, 2023
Watershed planning and nitrate reduction
Feb 08, 2023
Variable Rate Technology
Jan 10, 2023
Biostimulants
Dec 15, 2022
Soil Test Myths
Nov 28, 2022
Sugarbeet nutrient management
Oct 17, 2022
P and K Guidelines
Sep 13, 2022
Cover crops
Aug 03, 2022
Annual fall fertilizer outlook
Jul 27, 2022
Iron Deficiency Chlorosis (IDC) in soybean
Jun 16, 2022
Challenging spring weather
May 02, 2022
Spring nutrient management decisions
Apr 07, 2022
Kernza
Mar 31, 2022
Carbon markets
Feb 24, 2022
Maximum Return To Nitrogen (MRTN) approach to corn N rate guidelines
Jan 18, 2022
Fertilizer prices and supply chain issues
Nov 22, 2021
Soil management and nutrient issues
Oct 01, 2021
Sulfur
Sep 27, 2021
Fall fertilizer outlook
Aug 17, 2021
Starter fertilizer issues
Jul 12, 2021
Irrigation
Jun 15, 2021
Potassium management
May 04, 2021
Continuous corn nutrient management
Apr 29, 2021
Wheat nutrient management
Mar 25, 2021
Drainage research
Feb 24, 2021
On-farm research and nitrogen rates
Jan 27, 2021
Nutrient interactions
Dec 16, 2020
Manure nitrogen guidelines
Nov 17, 2020
Liming
Oct 29, 2020
Fall fertilizer outlook
Sep 22, 2020
Manure update: Research, events, and fall management tips
Aug 02, 2020
Growing conditions and research update
Jul 20, 2020
Alfalfa nutrient management
Jun 15, 2020
Nitrogen economics
May 26, 2020
Biostimulants
Apr 28, 2020
Optimal phosphorus and potassium levels in the soil
Apr 01, 2020
Nitrogen management
Feb 11, 2020
2020 research update
Jan 27, 2020
Precision agriculture and nutrient management
Dec 03, 2019