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A Penney For Your Thoughts

Sean Blomgren & Andrew Penney
Nitrogen
Soil Health
Tar Spot
Purdue University
Cover Crops
Iowa State University
Nitrogen Management
Corn
Southern Rust
No-Till
Digital Agriculture
Tar Spot Disease
Corn Stunt Disease
Precision Agriculture
Corn Leaf Hopper
Phosphorus
Planters and Row Units
Bayer
Fieldview
Drone Application

Welcome to A Penney For Your Thoughts, a podcast brought to you by Sean Blomgren and Andrew Penney, live from central Iowa. A show where we discuss all things agronomy, and high yield management, give you real-time updates on what we’re seeing and hearing about in the field, and gain insight from industry professionals as we bring you relevant and timely information on current agronomic management... more

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Sean and Andrew are back with the University of Kentucky’s Dr. Chad Lee to chat about all things cover crops and how you can best manage them to improve soil health, water quality and yield potential.

The crew discusses:

✅ How to get started using ... more

Sean and Andrew are joined by a long-awaited guest, the University of Kentucky’s Dr. Chad Lee, to talk about all nitrogen needs, the practicality of cover crops and high-quality corn demands across Kentucky.

The crew discusses:

✅ The intricacy of c... more

Sean and Andrew are finishing up their conversation about nitrogen with Iowa State University’s Dr. Mike Castellano and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Dr. Andrew Margenot. This time, they’re focusing on how you can manage nitrogen on y... more

Sean and Andrew are back with two of the leading nitrogen experts in the field, Iowa State University’s Dr. Mike Castellano and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Dr. Andrew Margenot, to dig into the science of nitrogen in row crop systems... more

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Recent Guests

Chad Lee
Agronomist, University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Episode: The Story and Science of Southern Cropping Systems with the University of Kentucky’s Dr. Chad Lee
Mike Castellano
Dr. Castellano, nitrogen researcher
University/Institute
Episode: Nitrogen’s Not Simple with Dr. Mike Castellano and Dr. Andrew Margenot
Andrew Margenot
Dr. Margenot, nitrogen/phosphorus researcher
University/Institute
Episode: Nitrogen’s Not Simple with Dr. Mike Castellano and Dr. Andrew Margenot
Sotirios Archontoulis
Professor, Iowa State University
Iowa State University
Episode: The Nitty Gritty of Nitrogen Management with Iowa State University’s Dr. Sotirios Archontoulis
Jessie Lewis
Weed science graduate student from Metropolis, Illinois; Purdue University Weed Science program
Purdue University
Episode: Rapid Fire Research with Purdue University Agronomy Grad Students
Grant Isaacs
Weed science graduate student from Northern suburbs of Chicago; Purdue University
Purdue University
Episode: Rapid Fire Research with Purdue University Agronomy Grad Students
Morgan Goodnight
Fourth-year Ph.D. student; TARSPOT and leaf wetness research in soybeans
Purdue University
Episode: Rapid Fire Research with Purdue University Agronomy Grad Students
Erick Oliva
Visiting scholar from Honduras; Purdue University; short-stature corn hybrids researcher
Purdue University
Episode: Rapid Fire Research with Purdue University Agronomy Grad Students
Darren Mealer
Tribute guest and colleague mentioned as a guest and friend
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Episode: 100th Episode Special: Counting Our Change

Hosts

Sean Blomgren
Host of the show, based in central Iowa; facilitates agronomy-focused discussions with researchers and practitioners.
Andrew Penney
Co-host guiding practical insights on high-yield management and field realities; anchors conversations with growers and industry guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Two Cents From a Listener

    Notwithstanding the Iowa accents, an absolutely outstanding podcast. It contains lots of actionable content, and also but more importantly, plants ideas in your head for follow-up and self learning. Bravo fellas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ICUStat
    United States8 months ago
  • Lovin the info

    It’s been great listening to this podcast for shares great info that can be applied outside of Iowa.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UKBigKat75
    United States3 years ago
  • Great agriculture content!

    Sean & Andrew bring in industry experts to discuss current and relevant content. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fancynaber
    United States4 years ago

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Hosts' field-and-research blend offers timely context, useful for advisors and farmers.
Engaging hosts deliver actionable agronomy insights with real-world applicability.
Appreciated for practical takeaways that translate to farm ROI and yields.
High-quality guests bring deep technical depth to weed and disease management.

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The Story and Science of Southern Cropping Systems with the University of Kentucky’s Dr. Chad Lee
Q: What is the role of cover crops in our cropping systems and their impact on nutrient availability?
Cover crops help protect soils and reduce erosion; their biomass and termination timing influence nitrogen and sulfur availability. Proper management, including timely termination and starter fertilizer, can mitigate nutrient competition and may require adjustments to nitrogen rates when cover crops are used.
The Story and Science of Southern Cropping Systems with the University of Kentucky’s Dr. Chad Lee
Q: What years was the Dust Bowl?
The Dust Bowl occurred in the 1930s, preceding the Depression, and serves as a historical frame for understanding soil erosion risks; Chad notes his grandfather remembered the sky darkening from the Dust Bowl and discusses its regional concentration in the Great Plains, which contrasts with erosion risks in Kentucky's soil profile.
Bridging Research and Reality with Purdue's Dr. Ignacio Ciampitti
Q: What role can digital tools realistically play in the next few years for farmers?
Digital tools can enable smarter scouting, disease and nutrient diagnostics, and targeted fertilizer decisions, but must be simple, cost-effective, and provide clear return on investment to be adopted widely by growers and retailers alike.
Bridging Research and Reality with Purdue's Dr. Ignacio Ciampitti
Q: Is there a practical way to quantify nitrogen loss and its impact on yield to guide decisions?
While measuring exact nitrogen loss is challenging, researchers advocate for field-plot approaches and modeling that estimate the soil's nitrogen contribution versus synthetic inputs, helping farmers understand how much of yield comes from soil mineralization and how to adjust practices accordingly.
Bridging Research and Reality with Purdue's Dr. Ignacio Ciampitti
Q: What did 2025 teach about nitrogen programs and how should growers think about future seasons?
2025 demonstrated that weather-driven variability and mineralization can dramatically influence nitrogen needs, reinforcing the idea that flexible, split strategies and close attention to soil supply are more resilient than fixed, one-shot applications.

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The show centers on practical agronomy and high-yield management, featuring two Iowa-based hosts who share real-time field observations, discuss current management practices, and bring in industry and academic experts. Episodes frequently cover nitrogen dynamics, weed science, tar spot and disease management, digital agriculture, and precision farming tools, with a strong emphasis on translating research into actionable on-farm decisions. Noteworthy traits include a hands-on, practitioner-oriented lens, frequent collaboration with universities and industry partners, and a bias toward data-informed strategies that aim to boost yields while maintaining soil health. The format routinely blends field storytelling with expert commentary, making ... more

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Recent guests on A Penney For Your Thoughts include:

1. Chad Lee
2. Mike Castellano
3. Andrew Margenot
4. Sotirios Archontoulis
5. Jessie Lewis
6. Grant Isaacs
7. Morgan Goodnight
8. Erick Oliva

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