▶ 2026 Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program Overview
Learn how Wisconsin farmers are improving nitrogen management through the Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP) with Megan Blauwet.
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▶ Biochar and Manure in the Central Sands of Wisconsin
Brendan Baird discusses recent research on using biochar and manure to improve nutrient management in Central Sands cropping systems.
Machinery Wheel Traffic in Alfalfa Fields
How much damage can machinery wheel traffic cause in an alfalfa field? In this video, Luana Queiroz joins Dr. Brian Luck to discuss an ongoing research trial.
▶ Roasting and Feeding High Oleic Soybeans to Dairy Cattle
Explore how roasted high oleic soybeans can be used in Wisconsin dairy rations with Katelyn Goldsmith, UW–Madison Extension dairy outreach specialist.
▶ High Oleic Soybean Agronomy for New Wisconsin Growers
Learn agronomic best practices for growing high oleic soybeans in Wisconsin with Jordyn Sattler.
▶ 2026 Early Fall Ag Weather Outlook for Wisconsin
Get the latest Wisconsin agricultural weather outlook and climate update for fall 2026 from Josh Bendorf.
Seed Cleaning on the Farm: Equipment Options and Considerations
The best seed-cleaning system depends on crop type, contamination issues, desired seed quality, and budget. For many farms, a fanning mill offers an excellent balance of flexibility, cleaning effectiveness, and affordability. Additional equipment such as aspirators, gravity tables, or optical sorters can be added to address specific seed quality challenges as needs evolve.
How Often Should You Test Your Soil?
Decades of university research suggest something surprising: for most fields, annual soil testing provides little added value. The real question is not how often you can test but how often you can gather information that guides a management decision.
▶ How Cereal Rye Nitrogen Moves in Corn Silage Systems
Join Hannah Francis to follow the nitrogen journey of a cereal rye cover crop in Wisconsin corn silage systems.
▶ Wisconsin Cover Crop Selector Tools and Biomass Targets
Dane Elmquist highlights the updated Midwest Cover Crops Council Cover Crop Selector Tool, new cover crop species options, and cereal rye biomass targets for reducing nitrate loss, preventing erosion, improving water quality, and suppressing weeds.
▶ Wisconsin Soil Test Results Summary
Andrew Stammer reviews soil test data collected from DATCP-certified Wisconsin soil testing laboratories between 2020 and 2024.
▶ Phosphorus Fertilizer Enhancement Products: Real Value or Just Extra Cost?
Rianne Wagner discusses phosphorus fertilizer enhancement products and whether they add value or just cost.