Podcast — Hay Quality

🎧 Episode 99 of the Hay Kings Podcast
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In this episode of the Hay Kings Podcast, forage consultant Daniel Olson joins host Jon Paul Driver to dissect the fallout from a disastrous first cutting in the Northeast. They explore practical, proactive steps for dairy producers including tighter harvest intervals, crop diversification, and fiber digestibility management. This is a must-listen for anyone managing forage quality under unpredictable weather.

🎙 Hosted by Jon Paul Driver
🤝 Sponsored by Krone - Dedicated to Hay and Forge Producers
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Alfalfa weevils are turning into a high-stakes pest—and pyrethroid resistance is making the problem worse. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Erica Rodbell, Forage Research Agronomist at Forage Genetics International, and Jeffrey “Alfalfa” Jackson to dive deep into practical solutions. From regional scouting tips to insecticide rotation strategies, early cutting, and even grazing as pest control—this episode is packed with actionable insights to protect your yield and quality.

Sponsored by Krone – Dedicated to Hay and Forage Producers.
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What do you do when your hay gets so sugary it turns to concrete inside the baler? Stefan Hollmann joins host Jon Paul Driver to talk about high-sugar hay challenges, frost-damaged canola, and why chamber liners are a must in South Australia.

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#HayKings #ForageFarming #BalingHay #Krone #HayExport #CanolaHay #ForageTech #AustraliaAg

Sponsored by Krone -Dedicated to Hay and Forage Producers. To learn more about Krone visit KRONE-na.com 

Join host Jon Paul Driver with special guests Jeff Jackson and Leta Larsen from Croplan for an enlightening discussion on the cutting edge of forage technology! 🚜💡

🔍 In this episode, we dive deep into why yield mapping is essential for all forage harvesting equipment and how genetic modifications like Roundup Ready and HarvXtra alfalfa impact farm productivity.

Dive into "The Battle for Better Alfalfa," where experts Jeff and Leta from Croplan unveil strategies to conquer alfalfa yield challenges. This episode explores the urgent need for yield mapping and innovative farming techniques transforming alfalfa production. Perfect for farmers and agronomists eager to push agricultural boundaries. Tune in to fuel your passion for advancing alfalfa yields!