{"podcast":{"title":"XtremeAg: Cutting The Curve Podcast","slug":"xtremeag-cutting-the-curve-podcast-4765850","podcast_index_feed_id":4765850,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/XtremeAg/feed.xml","website_url":"https://xtremeag.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17941327/Cutting_The_Curve_Square_agbtve.jpg","author":"XtremeAg","episode_count":420,"summary":"XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve Podcast, one of the best farming podcasts in America, hosted by Damian Mason. In each episode, top American farmers share their proven strategies for boosting crop yields and improving farm ROI. Learn from farming experts who provide tips on regenerative agriculture, new farm equipment, fertilizer recommendations, agronomy and farm efficiency. Whether you want to improve your crop yield for corn or soybeans, explore sustainable farming practices, or optimize your nutrient management, the Cutting the Curve Podcast delivers insights you can apply to your farming operation today. Stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving world of agriculture. https://www.xtremeag.farm/podcasts","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T04:19:03.189322+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/xtremeag-cutting-the-curve-podcast-4765850"},"episode":{"title":"Farming Podcast | R-Stage Fertility for Higher Yields | XtremeAg","slug":"farming-podcast-r-stage-fertility-for-higher-yields-xtremeag","published_at":"2026-07-01T12:19:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/xtremeag-cutting-the-curve-podcast-4765850/farming-podcast-r-stage-fertility-for-higher-yields-xtremeag","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/xtremeag-cutting-the-curve-podcast-4765850","url":"https://XtremeAg.podbean.com/e/farming-podcast-r-stage-fertility-for-higher-yields-xtremeag/","audio_url":"https://cohst.app/pdcst/4D2K3Z/mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/xsfzm856yum34jpr/R-Stage_Fertilitya3u4h.mp3","summary":"In this episode of XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve, Damian Mason interviews agronomist Mike Evans of Calibrated Agronomy about the importance of R-stage fertility management in corn and soybeans. The discussion focuses on why growers should reserve part of their fertility budget for reproductive growth stages, when nutrient demand is highest and yield potential can still be influenced. Evans explains the value of sap analysis for identifying nutrient deficiencies, discusses timing considerations for corn and soybean fertility applications, highlights key nutrients such as potassium, boron, sulfur, and zinc, and outlines practical application methods including aerial, drone, ground rig, and pivot fertigation. The conversation emphasizes measuring results, adapting programs to local conditions, and making informed fertility decisions that improve yield and profitability.","meta_description":"In this episode of XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve, Damian Mason interviews agronomist Mike Evans of Calibrated Agronomy about the importance of R-stage fert…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1333,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/xtremeag-cutting-the-curve-podcast-4765850/episodes/farming-podcast-r-stage-fertility-for-higher-yields-xtremeag/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/xtremeag-cutting-the-curve-podcast-4765850/farming-podcast-r-stage-fertility-for-higher-yields-xtremeag.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}