The FieldLink Podcast

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 Tennessee and Kentucky. We then discuss AGRIntelligence’s powerful tool for in-season plant nutrition before breaking down the benefits of ENC Formulation Technology and how Fullscale can tip the scale on your soybean crop. Helena is your partner this Bean Week...

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 importance of this essential crop and how it supports their dairy cattle operations. We stay on the West Coast to discuss key production practices in the almond industry. (00:27) Jody Lawrence caps the show with updates on the commodity market and what’s occurring ar...

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 and Wisconsin as they detail how customers are maximizing corn yield in their regions. Our discussion then moves to AGRIntelligence’s powerful tool for in-season plant nutrition before hitting on the benefits of Coron Metra and other products to achieve top corn ...

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 headquarters in Memphis. From meaningful conversations with President & CEO Eric Cowling to hands-on learning in the Helena Products Group R&D labs, they share key takeaways on the power of agricultural education and industry collaboration. (00:39) Then, we tu...

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. They break down how soybean checkoff dollars are helping all U.S. growers by funding research and expanding markets. (00:44) We also catch up with Jody Lawrence for his expert take on the commodity markets and how upcoming Environmental Protection Agency decision...

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 crops with in-season nitrogen and other essential nutrients plants need at this stage of the growing cycle. (00:25) Jody Lawrence caps the show with updates on the commodity market and what’s occurring around the world. (25:57)

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Recent announcements from leaders in Washington, D.C., hint at important changes coming in our industry. In this “FieldLink Podcast” episode, Helena Products Group General Manager and Council of Producers and Distributors of Agrotechnology Vice Chairman Patrick Ewan and Director of Government Affairs Sean McCarty break down comments from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins (00:56) and Environmental Protectio...

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 join this “FieldLink Podcast” episode to explain how our Future Plots provide valuable insight to help growers determine their future germplasm needs. The duo will also share in-season tips to ensure your crop gets the right start for a successful year. Jody Lawr...

Financial decisions can bring extra stress to any farming operation. Knowing key strategies for making financially sound production decisions is a must. The Helena Credit Department and ProPartnersFinancial join this “FieldLink Podcast” episode to provide valuable insights to help your farming operation succeed. (00:49) Then, Jody Lawrence returns for another commodity market update. (29:28)

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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 “FieldLink Podcast,” four agronomy experts from across the country — Trey Curry (1:13), Paul Crout (20:12), Josh Gaddy (32:41) and Greg Clark (41:59) — provide insights on potential pest, disease and weed issues this year and how to prevent them. After, Jody Lawrence di...

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 Anderson and Product Specialist Dr. Michael Kenty discuss how adding Grounded to your tank can help close the gap in herbicide performance. (00:50) Plus, Jody Lawrence joins us from Nashville to share his top three strategies to potentially secure $5 corn in 2025. (32...

Recorded live at the 2025 Commodity Classic in Denver, this special Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode features Helena customer and Soybean Yield Contest champion Curtis Hobbs (01:13), Government Affairs Director Sean McCarty (10:19), and National FFA officers Jack Lingenfelter and Caroline Groth (21:20). Jody Lawrence caps off the show with a breakdown of the recent United States Department of Agriculture predicted ...

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 join the “FieldLink Podcast” to share strategies for the best weed control on a budget, including old-school tactics. (01:20) Jody Lawrence details the global soybean market after the South American harvest, then we discuss the beef industry’s record prices and ho...

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 industry, Helena Director of Government Affairs Sean McCarty breaks down these proposed plans. (01:09) Jody Lawrence adds insight on how these tariffs may influence grain markets. (41:55)

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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 broadcasting career that featured an interview with President Donald Trump in this Helena “FieldLink Podcast” episode. (00:52) Jody Lawrence caps off the show with information on the grain markets as the transition of power takes place in Washington, D.C. (26:01)

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 Helena team members and Dave Juelf, a producer from Great Falls, Montana, to receive insight into how Resurge is assisting with fertility. (01:08) Then, Jody Lawrence returns to highlight the topics he will discuss with ag professionals at several Helena grower mee...