In this episode of the Iowa Podcast, Andy Peterson Andy Petersen of the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network (former host of The Big Show) guest hosts and covers the recent EPA ruling allowing for year-round sales of E15, a type of fuel made from ethanol. While this news is welcomed by the Iowa Corn Growers Association, they express disappointment in the delayed implementation until 2025 and the lack of availability nationwide.
The Iowa Corn Growers Association is continuing to work on improving the carbon intensity (CI) score of corn ethanol to compete with lower CI scores from Brazilian ethanol. They emphasize the need for new markets for ethanol and appreciate Governor Reynolds’ support in promoting E15.
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In another segment, Andy is joined by Eric Schroeder from Corteva to discuss the issue of herbicide resistance in soybeans. They address a recent case of water hemp resistance to the herbicide 2,4-D and underscore the importance of using multiple modes of action and practicing proper stewardship to preserve the effectiveness of existing herbicides. Eric also mentions Corteva’s ongoing research efforts to find new herbicides and encourages growers to use all available tools to combat resistance.
Special thanks to our friends at The Iowa Agri Business Radio Network for contributing to this episode.
Lastly, Andy speaks with Brian Fager and Drew Clementson from the Iowa Soybean Association about seeding rate trials. They explain that finding the optimum seeding rate for soybeans can lead to increased yield and profitability. They highlight the importance of factors such as soil type, topography, and nutrient availability in determining the appropriate seeding rate for each field. Brian shares his experience of visually inspecting emergence and seeing positive results with a seeding rate of 110,000 per acre. Drew mentions that the Iowa Soybean Association can work with farmers to develop prescription-based seeding rate trials tailored to their specific farms. Overall, the episode covers important topics in the Iowa agriculture industry and highlights the need for innovation, proper stewardship, and collaboration among various stakeholders.