Field Days, Grain Gains & On To May! - RDA 410

Get ready for a boots-on-the-ground update straight from the Oklahoma wheat fields! Dave Deken, Dr. Brian Arnall, and Dr. Raedan Sharry sit down with Dr. Amanda Silva at the Chickasha Research Station to talk all things wheat — from field day opportunities, intensive and traditional management strategies, to the latest on planting dates, nitrogen management, and the importance of first hollow stem timing. They dive into how small changes in management can make or break a wheat crop, especially after a rollercoaster weather year.Hear the latest research insights, the real-world challenges facing Oklahoma wheat growers this season, and how producers are using tools like text updates to stay informed. Whether you’re in the tractor, scouting fields, or planning for next season, this episode is packed with practical knowledge, expert advice, and a few laughs along the way.Timestamps for the Episode00:00 – Welcome from Chickasha Research Station and intro to field day insights00:39 – Dr. Arnall: Why field days matter for producers and researchers01:49 – Dr. Silva: Learning from producers and adjusting research02:07 – Discussing wheat varieties and intensive vs. traditional management03:51 – Stripe rust impacts and the power of fungicide management06:04 – Making fungicide decisions in stressed wheat crops08:06 – Current wheat conditions across Oklahoma10:57 – Planting struggles and recovery after heavy rains12:20 – Weed challenges and herbicide timing issues13:32 – Planting date research: Extending the season into December14:56 – Seeding rate findings and adjusting nitrogen management20:39 – Yield surprises from delayed planting dates22:23 – First Hollow Stem timing and management strategies26:44 – New text alert system for Oklahoma wheat producers30:15 – Final thoughts and wrap-up RedDirtAgronomy.com