Purdue Crop Chat is a regular podcast provided by the Purdue University Extension Service and Hoosier Ag Today.
Hosted by Eric Pfeiffer, a farm broadcaster from Hoosier Ag Today and featuring Purdue Extension Corn Specialist Dr. Dan Quinn and Extension Soybean Specialist Dr. Shaun Casteel.
Publisher
Purdue University Extension & Hoosier Ag Today
Episode 96 - Indiana’s Harvest Rollercoaster—Floods, Odd Ears and Record Yields
On the latest Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: From submerged fields and bizarre “dumbbell-shaped” corn ears to surprising, potential record-breaking soybean yields, this season has been anything but ordinary for Indiana farmers. Purdue Extension specialists Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel unpack the wild weather rollercoaster that left growers battling severe floods, lodging, and unexpected crop abnormalities. They also share urgent harvest prioritization strategies and critical combine adjustment tips that could save your grain quality and set you up for success next season. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.com.
20 Aug 2026
Episode 95 - LIVE in Front of a Studio Audience at the Indiana State Fair!
This edition of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast is one Indiana corn and soybean producers cannot afford to miss! Recorded in front of a LIVE studio audience inside the Glass Barn during the 2026 Indiana State Fair, Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel tackle the issues hitting Indiana agriculture RIGHT NOW—from devastating storms and flooding to geopolitical risks and the growing threat of Red Crown Rot in Indiana soybeans. Featuring special guests Dr. Chad Fiechter and Dr. Darcy Telenko, this is a must-watch conversation packed with timely insights, critical risks and real-world strategies for Hoosier producers. WATCH NOW—and stay ahead of what’s coming next! This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.com.
7 Aug 2026
Episode 94 - Disease, Rain, and Regional Differences
Indiana’s corn and soybean crops are looking stronger thanks to timely rains and milder summer temperatures—but not every field is in the clear. On the latest Purdue Crop Chat Podcast, Dan “Corn” Quinn and “Soybean Shaun” Casteel break down growing disease concerns like Gray Leaf Spot, explain why pressure varies from field to field, and compare Indiana’s improving outlook to worsening drought conditions in states like Michigan. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.com.
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Apple Podcasts (US)
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4 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
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YouTube
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Engagement
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