EPISODE · Jul 14, 2025 · 1H 4M
#176 - The #1 Reason Why Your Fall Food Plot Will Fail: A Soil Master Class with Dr. Wes Wood
from The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing · host Jake Hofer
Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio to talk with Dr. Wes Wood. We discuss: Dr. Wes Wood shares his journey from academia to farming and soil science. He emphasizes the importance of soil testing for successful food plots. Chicken litter is a valuable fertilizer, often outperforming commercial options. No-till farming improves soil quality and moisture retention over time. Aesthetic appeal of freshly tilled fields can mislead farmers about soil health. Glyphosate use doesn't deter deer from grazing, based on personal observations. Soil amendments should be incorporated for effective nutrient uptake. GPS coordinates from surveys help accurately map property boundaries. Buying land can be a legacy for future generations, not just an investment. Dr. Wood encourages learning through resources like YouTube and podcasts. And so much more! https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com Use code 'HOFER' to save 10% off at www.theprairiefarm.com Massive potential tax savings: ASMLABS.Net -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: https://bit.ly/PaintedArrow
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Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio to talk with Dr. Wes Wood. We discuss: Dr. Wes Wood shares his journey from academia to farming and soil science. He emphasizes the importance of soil testing for successful food plots. Chicken litter is a valuable fertilizer, often outperforming commercial options. No-till farming improves soil quality and moisture retention over time. Aesthetic appeal of freshly tilled fields can mislead farmers about soil health. Glyphosate use doesn't deter deer from grazing, based on personal observations. Soil amendments should be incorporated for effective nutrient uptake. GPS coordinates from surveys help accurately map property boundaries. Buying land can be a legacy for future generations, not just an investment. Dr. Wood encourages learning through resources like YouTube and podcasts. And so much more! https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com Use code 'HOFER' to save 10% off at www.theprairiefarm.com Massive potential tax savings: ASMLABS.Net -Moultrie: https://bit.ly/moultrie_ -Hawke Optics: https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_ -OnX: https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt -Painted Arrow: https://bit.ly/PaintedArrow
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#176 - The #1 Reason Why Your Fall Food Plot Will Fail: A Soil Master Class with Dr. Wes Wood
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