XtremeAg: Cutting The Curve Podcast

Farming Podcast | Relay Cropping: Farming Weird With Jason Mauck

In this episode of the Cutting The Curve Farming Podcast, Damian Mason and Kelly Garrett talk with Farm Weird founder Jason Mauck of Gaston, Indiana, about his innovative relay cropping system that grows wheat and soybeans together for 80–90 days. Jason seeds ultra-early wheat in 45″ bands at low rates (300–400K seeds/acre), creating windbreaks and conserving moisture. Soybeans are planted in between at about 160K seeds/acre, with canopy closure by mid-May for effective weed suppression. A single early herbicide pass suffices. This approach reduces seed, herbicide, and fertilizer inputs while improving soil health, moisture retention, and profitability—often surpassing corn in return. Jason shares his vision for relay cropping with corn, cattle, and other systems.
 
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Farming Podcast | Kelly's Field Day - Cover Crops, Biology & A Soybean Challenge

This episode of the Cutting The Curve – Kelly Garrett and Mike Evans preview Field Day 2025, revealing how SAP testing enables early detection of nutrient needs, helping farmers stay ahead of stress symptoms and make real-time soil fertility management decisions. By focusing on nitrogen assimilation, cover crops, and balanced nutrition, Kelly and Mike demonstrate how data-driven farming leads to measurable improvements...
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Farming Podcast | Wet Spring Crop Management Strategies

This episode of the Cutting The Curve – farming podcast tackles Yield Management in Extreme Conditions.With fields underwater and replanting happening twice in some cases, Johnny Verell and Brian Adams break down the agronomic decisions they’re making to rescue yield in a season defined by delays. Listeners will gain insights on fertility management, crop planning, and how to build spring resilience through yield protection tactics. From SAP testing to cotton risk management, this one’s packed with wet-season strategy.
 
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Farming Podcast | Ag Career Advice for Students

This episode of the Cutting The Curve – farming podcast highlights Agriculture Education insights from Connor "Vern" Garrett, an Iowa State agronomy graduate.Garrett shares practical advice for high school graduates and young adults pursuing a future in agriculture. He explains how entering college with general education credits already completed allows students to focus earlier on core ag subjects, saving costs and enhancing learning. Drawing from his personal experience, Garrett emphasizes the importance of hands-on ag experience, networking, and personal growth that comes from time away from home. He encourages exploring diverse ag disciplines such as agronomy, animal science, or ag systems technology, while cautioning against oversaturated tracks like agricultural communications. This episode offers actionable strategies for enhancing career readiness, securing agricultural scholarships, and navigating the realities of modern agriculture with a data-driven, entrepreneurial mindset.
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Farming Podcast | Cotton Trials & ROI Fertility Strategies

This episode of the Cutting The Curve – farming podcast previews the June 2025 XtremeAg field day in McGehee, Arkansas, led by Matt and Layne Miles. Cotton trials are front and center this year.
The event highlights ROI fertility strategies, low-nitrogen trials, and partner-led field plots designed to cut input costs and boost yields. Listeners will hear about lessons learned from last year’s plot challenges and get a sneak peek into precision irrigation and harvesting tech that helps farmers improve farm profitability and make data-driven farming decisions.
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Farming Podcast | Dryland Farming Strategies in Texas Heat

This episode of the Cutting The Curve – farming podcast features Todd Kimbrell sharing his strategies for growing dryland corn, cotton, and wheat in the face of extreme Texas heat.Kimbrell explains how early planting, soil conservation practices, and equipment efficiency help him farm without irrigation in unpredictable climates. Listeners will gain insight into Texas dryland farming, specialty crop diversification, and the adaptations that drive success in extreme weather farming conditions.
 
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Farming Podcast | Cost-Efficient Fertility & 30-Inch Soybeans | XtremeAg

This episode of the Cutting The Curve – farming podcast features Fertilizer for Soybeans trials from Chad Henderson’s 2025 Alabama field day.In this episode of the Cutting the Curve podcast, Chad Henderson previews his May 22, 2025, XtremeAg field day in Madison, Alabama. Key agronomic demonstrations include 30-inch soybean fertility strategies, skip-row and circular corn planting, and strip-till vs. conventional systems. Participating companies—Nachurs, AgroLiquid, Spraytec, ADS, and Concept AgriTek—will showcase input programs focused on plant health, fertilizer efficiency, and real-world application. The event will also explore irrigation water quality testing and its impact on nutrient efficacy. Henderson emphasizes cost-effective practices that preserve yield, offering valuable insights for farmers aiming to boost yields and improve fertility ROI.
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Farming Podcast | Fertilizer Compatibility & Crop Protection | XtremeAg

In this episode of Cutting the Curve, Damian Mason talks with Art Graves of Vive Crop Protection about how fertilizer compatibility directly impacts crop protection efficiency and overall farm productivity. The conversation centers on nano-encapsulation technology, which enables crop protection products—such as fungicides—to blend seamlessly with starter fertilizers, avoiding common issues like precipitation, clogging, and inconsistent application. Graves explains how this compatibility supports higher input concentration, reduces unnecessary water hauling, and extends pest protection beyond the initial 21–28 days provided by seed treatments. The episode emphasizes that enhanced compatibility not only improves active ingredient delivery but also supports better root and stalk health, crucial for maximizing yield potential. As the industry moves toward biologicals and precision application technologies, Vive’s nano-polymer approach shows promise for increasing efficacy and consistency across diverse tank mixes.

Farming Podcast | Hiring an Agronomist for Farm Success | XtremeAg

This episode of the Cutting The Curve - farming podcast features a deep dive into the value of hiring an agronomist. Johnny Verell and Brian Adams explain how to build a support system of consultants, crop scouts, and agronomic advisors that improve efficiency, reduce mistakes, and deliver a better bottom line. Learn what to ask for in a scouting contract, how to measure agronomic ROI, and how the right expert team can scale to any size operation.
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Farming Podcast | How a Faster Sprayer Fill System Adds Acres & ROI with Temple Rhodes

This episode of the Cutting The Curve farming podcast explores how the faster sprayer system from Dura Products is transforming farm operations by cutting costs and boosting productivity. Temple Rhodes of XtremeAg reveals how his team now fills sprayers in just five minutes, sprays an additional 100 acres per day, and has completely eliminated chemical handling risks. With simplified trailer setups, safer chemical mixing, and a plug-and-play design, this system delivers rapid ROI for both farmers and commercial applicators. If you're looking to maximize sprayer efficiency, this episode delivers the insights you need.
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