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The FieldLink Podcast
The Helena FieldLink podcast is your resource for what’s going on in the field and the current events impacting your farming operation. Every other week, we’ll bring Helena and industry experts to you from around the country to discuss the world of ag. Wherever you farm, you’ll learn tricks to maximize your yield from true experts in the industry. Make sure you follow us on social media so you never miss an episode! Facebook: https://bit.ly/3pq8XVJ Instagram: https://bit.ly/347QAO8 Twitter…
Episodes
The FieldLink PodcastCultivating the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
Preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders starts with education, hands-on experience and innovation. The latest episode of the Helena “FieldLink…
The FieldLink PodcastThe Power of Early Weed Control
Set up a successful crop year with early-season weed control. The latest episode of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast” features industry experts — Brad Hammes…
The FieldLink PodcastAGRIntelligence: Turning Data Into Action
Data can set your operation up for success. Helena’s AGRIntelligence helps turn information into action. In the latest episode of the Helena “FieldLink…
The FieldLink PodcastPolicy, Markets and the Road Ahead
What could decisions being made in Washington, D.C., mean for your next crop? On this episode of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast,” we dissect the policy, market…
The FieldLink PodcastZalo: A New Tool for Tough Weed Pressure
When tough weeds show up, growers need solutions that can keep up. On this episode of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast,” we’re putting the spotlight on Zalo, a…
The FieldLink PodcastAugust WASDE: Bullish Signals & Shifting Grain Markets
What does the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture WASDE report mean for the grain markets? On this episode of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast,” Jody Lawrence…
The FieldLink PodcastPart 3: Maximize ROI With Fullscale
The finale of our three-part In-Season Return on Investment series is here. In this episode, we’re joined by Helena Product Specialists Emily Swartz (Indiana)…
The FieldLink PodcastPart 2: Smarter Fungicide Decisions Drive Stronger Returns
In Part 2 of our In-Season Return on Investment series, we explore strategies to help maximize your profitability throughout the growing season. Helena Product…
The FieldLink PodcastPart 1: Power Your Crop With Coron Metra for Bigger Returns
We’re kicking off Part 1 of a three-part series focused on yield-enhancing strategies designed to help you maximize ROI this growing season. In this Helena…
The FieldLink PodcastInside California’s Almond Industry and U.S. Weather Trends
Listen to this Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode as we head to Denair, California, to sit down with Ken Peelman of Monte Vista Farming where almonds are more…
The FieldLink PodcastDefend Against Deer Pressure With Trico Pro and Market Insight
Tired of deer taking a bite out of your bottom line? Helena has the answer growers have been waiting for — Trico Pro. In this Helena “FieldLink Podcast”…
The FieldLink PodcastChina, Trade and Shifting Strategies for Plant ’26
Global agriculture markets may be shifting as President Trump prepares to travel to China, and growers are watching closely to see what it could mean for…
The FieldLink PodcastTake Control With Zalo and In-Depth Trade Market Updates
Are your soybeans, cotton or canola set up to take on tough broadleaf weeds and grasses this season? In this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” Helena Brand…
The FieldLink PodcastPlanter Prep and Seed Treatments for Spring Success
Spring planting brings opportunity — but also uncertainty. With fluctuating soil temperatures, disease pressure and inconsistent moisture conditions…
The FieldLink PodcastFertilizer Market Impact From Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Fertilizer markets could soon be affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. To help you navigate the uncertainty of this situation for your operation…
The FieldLink PodcastInnovations in Herbicide Technology
Weed management isn’t one and done — it’s a season-long strategy, and the game plan starts right now. Helena Product Manager Paul Sauer and Herbicide Brand…
The FieldLink PodcastCommodity Market Impacts From the Iran Conflict
In this bonus episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” we explore the short- and long-term effects the ongoing conflict in Iran could have on commodity markets…
The FieldLink PodcastWhat the Endangered Species Act Means for Growers This Season
How will the Endangered Species Act impact growers in the year ahead? In this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” recorded live at Commodity Classic, Helena…
The FieldLink PodcastVital Tips To Secure Seed for Planting
Seed concerns are everywhere as planting season quickly approaches. The Environmental Protection Agency recently set new guidelines for dicamba use, raising…
The FieldLink PodcastFertility Program Decisions That Drive Profit
In this episode, we sit down with two experts to explore how growers can maximize their return on investment through a smarter fertilizer strategy. Helena…
The FieldLink PodcastStrategic Tips To Maximize ROI in 2026
Welcome to 2026! In this special episode, FieldLink Market Report’s Jody Lawrence provides insights to help growers succeed all year. Hear him share strategic…
The FieldLink PodcastHoliday Rewind: Revisiting How Pennsylvania Growers Perfect Christmas Trees
Happy holidays from the Helena “FieldLink Podcast”! It’s been an amazing 2025 helping growers increase yields with superior crop inputs and innovation, and we…
The FieldLink PodcastA New Era of Farming at Star Rock Farms or Star Rock Farms: Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow
Star Rock Farms combines deep generational knowledge with science, tools and data to move its operation forward. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, we speak…
The FieldLink PodcastSugarcane Production, Trycera and Tyson Beef Plant Closure
We’re in Louisiana to catch up with the cast of Episode 2 of the “Innovation Never Stops” video series and talk about the sugarcane industry. Producer Kassi…
The FieldLink Podcast“Innovation Never Stops”: Meet the People and Products of Episode 1
The “Innovation Never Stops” video series explores product development, research and formulation by the Helena Products Group. In this “FieldLink Podcast”…
The FieldLink PodcastThe Future of Seed: Why 2026 Genetics Matter
This week on the “FieldLink Podcast,” Helena seed experts Bob Milholland and Garth Jenkins discuss the evolution of the seed industry and why reserving your…
The FieldLink PodcastModern Ag Alliance Advocates for Farmers
Modern Ag Alliance Executive Director Elizabeth Burns-Thompson joins this episode to share how her coalition advocates for U.S. farmers. The Modern Ag Alliance…
The FieldLink PodcastCelebrating 100 Episodes and CPDA’s Andrew Walmsley
We’ve officially hit 100 episodes of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast”! Thank you to our loyal listeners for tuning in since the beginning and to our guests for…
The FieldLink PodcastIntroducing Testament: New Herbicide for Corn and Soybean Growers
In this Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode, we introduce a new corn and soybean herbicide —Testament. This innovation provides lasting control of more than 75…
The FieldLink PodcastJody Lawrence Breaks Down Current Commodity Markets
Commodity markets are always evolving, and it can be tricky to stay consistently informed. To keep you and your farming operation in the know, Jody Lawrence of…
The FieldLink Podcast2026 Fertility Plan Development and Pro Farmer Crop Tour
Summer is ending, and now’s the time to start developing your 2026 fertility plan. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, Helena Agronomist Shane Powers…
The FieldLink PodcastManaging Deer, Weeds and Markets: Tools for a Productive Season
This week on the “FieldLink Podcast,” Dr. Michael Cox explains how Trico Pro helps protect crops from deer while promoting better land stewardship. We also…
The FieldLink PodcastFuture Plots and Market Trends
Seed genetics and technology are advancing faster than ever. In this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” we connect with Helena experts to dive into the Future…
The FieldLink PodcastIncrease Soybean Yield With a BeanWise Plan
It’s time to be BeanWise. To celebrate Bean Week, soybean professionals join the “FieldLink Podcast” to share how they’re helping customers maximize yields in…
The FieldLink PodcastImportance of Corn for California Dairy Cattle Producers
The U.S. runs on corn, including dairy cows in California. In this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” we hear from producers in the Golden State on the…
The FieldLink PodcastExpert Tips and Products To Become CornWise
A special edition of the “FieldLink Podcast” is here to celebrate Corn Week and help you become CornWise. We meet with two soybean experts from South Dakota…
The FieldLink PodcastFFA on the Front Line of Ag + How Iran Tensions Impact Markets
In this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast,” we highlight the next generation of ag leaders with two National FFA officers who recently visited Helena’s…
The FieldLink PodcastSoybean Checkoff: Powered by Growers, for Growers
In this week’s episode of the “FieldLink Podcast”, we sit down with United Soybean Board members, and growers themselves, Mary Stewart and Patrick Giberson…
The FieldLink PodcastImportance of In-Season Nitrogen
Crops are planted, but the work is just beginning for farmers across the country. During this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, we explore the benefits of assisting…
The FieldLink PodcastEPA, USDA Plan Restructure and Tariff Update
Recent announcements from leaders in Washington, D.C., hint at important changes coming in our industry. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, Helena Products…
The FieldLink PodcastHelena Future Plots Discussion With Sean Jordal and Jeff Jensen
There’s a lot to think about this spring, and next year’s genetic portfolio should be part of that list. Helena Seed Specialists Sean Jordal and Jeff Jensen…
The FieldLink PodcastPrepare for Financial Decisions This Growing Season
Financial decisions can bring extra stress to any farming operation. Knowing key strategies for making financially sound production decisions is a must. The…
The FieldLink PodcastPest Management and Prevention Tips From Agronomy Experts
Pests are a constant concern for growers, but with proper planning and the right products, their impact can be reduced. In this episode of the Helena…
The FieldLink PodcastMaximizing Herbicide Efficiency and Securing $5 Corn
Looking to get the most out of your herbicide investment this season? Tune in to this episode of the “FieldLink Podcast” as Helena Brand Manager Austin…
The FieldLink Podcast2025 Commodity Classic Recap
Recorded live at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, this special Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode features Helena customer and Soybean Yield Contest…
The FieldLink PodcastWeed Control Strategies, Global Soybean Market & Beef Industry
Weeds are pests in fields and to wallets each year. To help growers navigate both concerns, Helena Product Specialist Brad Hammes and Agronomist Matt Boyer…
The FieldLink PodcastTariffs’ Impact on U.S. Ag Industry With Sean McCarty
To get a deeper understanding of how President Donald Trump’s tariff policies with Canada, China and Mexico may impact U.S. farmers and the agriculture…
The FieldLink PodcastMark Oppold Discusses Hall of Fame Broadcasting Career
Mark Oppold, a National Association of Farm Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee, shares his journey from growing up as a farm kid in Iowa to building a…
The FieldLink PodcastAid Fertility Efficiency With Resurge and Ele-Max
Knowing what products to include in a fertility efficiency plan is vital for growers to maximize yields. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, we meet with…
The FieldLink Podcast2024 Commodity Market Recap With Jody Lawrence
To put a bookend on 2024, reoccurring guest Jody Lawrence joins this special year-end report of the Helena “FieldLink Podcast” to recap the highlights of this…
The FieldLink PodcastGrass Seed Discussion With Steve Salisbury
Grass serves many purposes at homes and farms across the world. It provides food for livestock, protects soil from erosion and is a playing surface for many…
The FieldLink PodcastDirt to Table: A Look Inside the Sweet Potato Industry
The holidays are finally here, and our taste buds are watering thinking about the delicious foods and desserts about to be spread across the table. One food…
The FieldLink Podcast2024 Election Results Impact on Farm Bill and Ag Policies
The votes are in! The long-awaited presidential election is complete with Donald Trump being elected to a second term along with a majority Republican Senate…
The FieldLink PodcastMint Production Industry, Oil Prices and the Election’s Impact on Ag
From essential oils to medicines to insect repellents, mint has a broad range of uses in everyday productsat home and in the field. Mint Industry Research…
The FieldLink PodcastNew Innovations for Corn and Iowa Corn I-LEAD Program Discussion
One of the most versatile crops in the world, corn is being pushed beyond its typical uses of food, feed and fuel. In this episode, Iowa Corn Director of…
The FieldLink PodcastTips for Financing Your Crop in 2025
Have you developed your 2025 financial plan yet? Before you do, listen to this Helena FieldLink episode where we sit down with Helena Chief Financial Officer…
The FieldLink PodcastTop Adjuvants for Fall Burndown Application
To set your fields up for success in 2025, it’s important to have a fall burndown program in place to eliminate weeds and other unwanted growth from your…
The FieldLink PodcastSeed Selection Importance & Grain Market Update
Fall brings many things: the changing of leaves, cooler weather, football and, most importantly, harvest. With harvest occurring for growers in the southern…
The FieldLink PodcastCotton Growing Update & Enhance Crop Production With Flash
They say everything is bigger in Texas, and we agree, especially when it comes to cotton production. With the Lone Star State holding the nation’s title as top…
The FieldLink PodcastBONUS: August WASDE Report Discussion
In this special FieldLink episode, we examine the August 2024 WASDE Report with Jody Lawrence from Strategic Trading Advisors. We also discuss the world…