Ag in the Cab

Episode Summary:On Episode Twelve, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Wes Porter, UGA Extension Irrigation Specialist. This week, you will learn about all things sprayer and implement calibration!Dr. Porter's Faculty Profile: https://extension.uga.edu/about/personnel-directory/person.html/15140/wesley-porter.htmlChapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:17 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro1:48 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment3:59 Discussion with Dr. Wes Porter on Sprayer and Implement Calibration 40:35 Closing Segment with Brennan and Robbie

Episode Summary:On Episode Eleven, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Isaac Esquivel, UF/IFAS Extension Agronomic and Forage Entomologist at the North Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy, FL. This week, you will learn about the Cotton Jassid, some preliminary data the taskforce has found, and some talk on other invasive insets.Dr. Esquivel's Faculty Profile: https://nfrec.ifas.ufl.edu/faculty-directory/isaac-esquivel/Chapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:32 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro2:02 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment4:31 Dr. Isaac Esquivel Introduction3:43 Dr. Esquivel Talks About His Background6:31 Discussion with Dr. Esquivel on the Cotton Jassid37:59 Discussion with Dr. Esquivel on other Invasive Insects in Agronomic and Forage Crops44:49 Closing Segment with Brennan and RobbieShow Resources:Dr. Esquivel's Article on Cotton Jassid: The Cotton Jassid: What We Learned in 2025 & What to Expect in 2026 | Panhandle Agriculture

Episode Summary:On Episode Ten, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Casey Ritz, UGA Extension Poultry Science Specialist and UGA Poultry Science Department Extension Coordinator. This week, you will learn about avian influenza, how it is spread, biosecurity steps to take to protect your backyard flock, what is backyard/small flock poultry, basic steps for starting a backyard poultry flock, and much more.Dr. Ritz’s Faculty Profile: https://poultry.caes.uga.edu/people/faculty/casey-ritz.htmlChapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:30 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro2:01 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment3:30 Dr. Casey Ritz Introduction3:57 Dr. Ritz Talks About His Background4:56 Discussion with Dr. Ritz on Influenza15:36 Discussion with Dr. Ritz on Backyard/Small Flock Poultry45:17 Closing Segment with Brennan and RobbieResources on Backyard Poultry:Robbie's Backyard Poultry Workshops:Quincy Class: https://25GadsdenSpringBackyardPoultry.eventbrite.comCrawfordville Class::https://25WakullaBackyardPoultry.eventbrite.com

Episode Summary:On Episode Nine, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Nico DiLorenzo, UF/IFAS Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist. This week, you will learn about the Florida Bull Test and how the program is designed to benefit cattlemen, what feed efficiency is, winter supplementation option, balancing cattle diet nutrition, technologies to help measure and manage cattle diets, the Hay Balancer Dr. DiLorenzo developed, and the importance of forage sampling in managing the quality of cattle diets.Dr. DiLorenzo's Faculty Profile: https://nfrec.ifas.ufl.edu/faculty-directory/nicolas-dilorenzo/Chapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:31 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro2:04 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment4:08 Dr. Nico DiLorenzo Introduction4:41 Dr. DiLorenzo Talks About His Educational Background and Research6:50 Discussion with Dr. DiLorenzo on the Florida Bull Test16:20 Discussion with Dr. DiLorenzo on Winter Supplementation and Feed Efficiency for Cattle54:49 Closing Segment with Brennan and RobbieResources on Beef Cattle Nutrition from Dr. DiLorenzo:The Hay Balancer: https://nfrec.ifas.ufl.edu/media/nfrecifasufledu/docs/excel/The-UF-Hay-Balancer_v1.1.xlsmDr. DiLorenzo's Video Instruction on how to use the Hay Balancer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSbEr1DnbYYSilage Feeding with Ag Bags: https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/phag/2022/10/28/self-feeding-of-silage-bags-to-reduces-labor-for-cattle-operations/

Episode Summary:On Episode Eight, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Wes Porter, UGA Extension Irrigation Specialist. This week, you will learn about precision irrigation, types of precision irrigation (spatial and temporal), irrigation systems, cost per acre inch for irrigation systems for agriculture use, and much more!Dr. Porter's Faculty Profile: https://extension.uga.edu/about/personnel-directory/person.html/15140/wesley-porter.htmlChapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:39 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro2:09 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment5:12 Dr. Wes Porter Introduction7:47 Dr. Porter Talks About What He Enjoys About Being an Extension Specialist11:45 Discussion with Dr. Wes Porter on Irrigation Systems in Agriculture48:48 Closing Segment with Brennan and RobbieAgriculture Irrigation Extension Resources:https://water.ifas.ufl.edu/agriculture/irrigation/https://water.ifas.ufl.edu/agriculture/total-maximum-daily-loads/https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/collections/series_handbook_of_florida_water_regulationhttps://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=C1189&title=irrigation-reference-guide-for-corn-cotton-peanuts-and-soybeanshttps://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=B882&title=factors-to-consider-in-selecting-a-farm-irrigation-systemhttps://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=C994&title=the-georgia-water-stewardship-act-farm-use-water-withdrawal-permits

Episode Summary:On Episode Seven, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Pam Knox, Extension Climatologist and Director of the Georgia Weather Network. This week, you will learn differentiating between weather and climate, the methods used to predict weather or climate, what is an El Nino or La Nina weather pattern, preparing for inclement weather, and lots more! This is a special extended episode, and Dr. Knox beings her wealth of Weather and Climate knowledge to provide a great extra long episode sure to educate and entertain you about weather. From farmers to general rural citizens, there is a lot of great information to be gleaned from Dr. Knox's discussion on this episode!Dr. Knox's Faculty Profile: https://cropsoil.uga.edu/people/faculty/pam-knox.htmlChapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:57 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro2:30 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment6:34 Dr. Pam Knox Introduction11:50 Discussion with Dr. Pam Knox on Weather and Climate1:01:47 Closing Segment with Brennan and RobbieDr. Knox's Extension Climate Blog: https://site.extension.uga.edu/climate/

Episode Summary:On Episode Six, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Leynar Leyton, UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Extension Specialist and Plant Breeder. This week, you will learn about the growing use of Perennial Peanut for ornamental horticulture uses in landscapes and right of ways. Up until recent years, Perennial Peanut has traditionally been know for its forage hay production ability. Perennial Peanut plant breeding and development has been working on Perennial Peanut for the green industry in the subtropical zones in USDA Hardiness Zones 8A-11. During the episode Dr. Leyton will discuss what Perennial Peanuts are, ornamental uses, current cultivars, and future research coming in the next few years.Dr. Leyton's Faculty Profile: https://nfrec.ifas.ufl.edu/faculty-directory/leynar-leyton-naranjo/Chapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:27 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro2:03 Brennan and Robbie's Opening Segment9:18 Dr. Leynar Leyton Introduction12:28 Discussion with Dr. Leynar Leyton on Ornamental Perennial Peanut41:37 Closing Segment with Brennan and RobbiePerennial Peanut Websites and Information:UF/IFAS Extension Gardening Articles on Perennial Peanuthttps://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/perennial-peanut/https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/orangeco/2020/11/13/perennial-peanut-an-ideal-groundcover-for-florida/https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/HS1474https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/AG358

Episode Summary:On Episode Five, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Bod Kemerait, UGA Plant Pathologist for Agronomic Crops. This week, you will learn about nematode and disease management, taking steps to mitigate nematode and diseases for the 2025 planting season, and Dr. Kemerait’s international work teaching agriculture students around the world to improve productivity worldwide. A long episode with some extra information, but as always with Dr. Kemerait, it is packed full of a lot of great information!Dr. Kemerait’s Faculty Profile: https://plantpath.caes.uga.edu/people/faculty/bob-kemerait.htmlChapter Markers:

Episode Summary:On Episode Four, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Andrew Sawyer, UGA Extension Area Pecan Agent for Southeast Georgia. This week, you will learn about pecan production, pecan harvest, the differences between export and domestic markets for pecans, pecan scab and other diseases, and why it is pronounced pee-can and not pah-khan.Andrew Sawyer’s Faculty Profile: https://extension.uga.edu/about/personnel-directory/person.html/14039/andrew-sawyer.htmlChapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening0:26 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro1:57 Opening Segment with Brennan and Robbie discussing the fall weather.5:21 Introduction of this week’s guest, Andrew Sawyer, UGA Area Pecan Agent for SE Georgia.8:11 Andrew explains the history and the phonetically correct pronunciation of Pecan.12:58 Andrew discusses the current state of the Georgia pecan harvest, and the loss Georgia has seen from Hurricane Helene.14:35 Andrew discusses scab resistant varieties of pecan trees and what it takes for a pecan tree to be classified as a scab resistant variety.19:28 Andrew discusses how small/medium size pecan orchards, as well as large commercial orchards, can transition orchards over to new varieties with whisping.25:09 Andrew discusses what hedging is in pecan orchards and the value of hedging with increasing spray contact over the whole tree.29:53 Andrew discusses how homeowners, backyard, and small orchards fungicides and rain can impact scab control.32:23 Andrew discusses the topic of nostalgia and if 60 years ago pecan trees were better than pecan trees today, and why water supply and pollination is necessary for production.35:50 Robbie and Andrew discuss the topic of how pecan trees have a physiological characteristic that create the lore that they are never fooled to bud before winter is gone.37:15 Andrew discusses homeowner, backyard, and small orchard options for control of other insect and disease issues.40:56 Andrew discusses how small and medium size pecan producers can improve profit for their orchard.43:49 Robbie and Brennan’s closing segment, discussing their pecan stories and their upcoming Extension events.47:23 Ag in the Cab Podcast OutroPecan Production Information:Southeast Pecan Growers Handbook: https://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.html?number=B1327&title=southeastern-pecan-growers-handbookUGA Pecan Team Website: https://extension.uga.edu/topic-areas/fruit-vegetable-ornamentals-production/pecans.htmlBackyard Pecan Orchard Guide: https://secure.caes.uga.edu/extension/publications/files/pdf/B%201348_5.PDFDr. Lenny Well’s book “Pecan: America’s Native Nut Tree”: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68769356-pecan

Episode Summary:On Episode Three, Brennan and Robbie are joined by Dr. Camp Hand, UGA Extension Cotton Specialist and Host of the Talkin’ Cotton Podcast. The guys discuss the art, science, and fun of harvesting cotton. This week, you will learn some of the process cotton farmers go through to pick cotton each fall.Dr. Camp Hand’s Faculty Profile: https://www.caes.uga.edu/about/personnel/person.html/22478/camp-hand.htmlChapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:13 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro1:44 Robbie and Brennan’s opening segment (discussing the weather & the Sunbelt Ag Expo)3:42 Introduction of Dr. Camp Hand5:00 Discussion on the state of the 2024 cotton harvest8:22 Discussion on how a cotton farmer decides when the right time is to pick the cotton field12:00 Discussion on why cotton has varying height between fields and regions15:22 Discussion on crop rotation and the benefits of cotton production19:34 Discussion on the importance of following plant back restrictions for herbicides, like Cadre, in crop rotation plans22:14 Discussion on current ways cotton modules are made (round bale picker versus dump picker and module packer)23:58 Discussion on scrapping cotton and why picking cotton a second time is not profitable26:43 Discussion on recommended off season management to prepare for the next cotton production year29:13 Discussion on the Talkin’ Podcast, a biweekly cotton production podcast that Dr. Hand hosts29:47 Discussion on how a cotton farmer determines when a field that has had a large loss of production is not worth picking32:54 Discussion on when to plan for insects, nematodes, and diseases for cotton production34:50 Discussion on where to find the Talkin’ Cotton podcast to listen every other week and the challenge and fun of producing podcasts36:47 Brennan and Robbie’s Closing Segment (discussing Hurricane Helene agriculture damage, crop insurance, and smutgrass control)43:13 Ag in the Cab Podcast Outro Cotton Harvest Websites and Information: UGA Cotton Team Website: http://www.ugacotton.com/ UF/IFAS Cotton Fertility Publication: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/AG200UF/IFAS Cotton Growth and Development Publication: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/AG235UF/IFAS Perennial Grass Addition to Cotton/Peanut Rotation: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/AG257Video from Dr. David Wright on Perennial Grass Addition to Cotton/Peanut Rotation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CGqI1rIG9ETalkin Cotton Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2350262

Episode Summary:This week on Episode Two of the Ag in the Cab Podcast, Brennan and Robbie are talking with Dr. Leanne Dillard, Alabama State Extension Forage Specialist and Auburn University Associate Professor and Extension Specialist for Forage Agronomics. This episode focuses on the benefits of grazed cover crop forages for cattle and other livestock, integrated crop and livestock systems, as well as updates on Dr. Dillard’s current research.Dr. Leanne Dillard’s Faculty Profile: https://agriculture.auburn.edu/about/directory/faculty/leanne-dillard/Chapter Markers:0:00 Cold Opening Intro0:20 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro1:51 Robbie and Brennan’s opening segment2:32 Introduction of Dr. Dillard6:01 Discussion on what multi species blends of winter cover crops is8:30 Discussion on the use of annual ryegrass and how to maximize that winter cover option16:43 Discussion on fertilizing winter annual forages19:41 Discussion on winter annual forages for non-cattle livestock and stockpiling summer perennial forages23:45 Discussion on integrated crop and livestock systems26:05 Discussion on Alabama Extension tour during the American Forage and Grasslands Council national meeting tour visiting Tim Tucker’s farm using drones to overseeding summer crop fields with annual ryegrass28:31 Discussion on how nitrogen fixation and nitrogen transfer works for leguminous winter cover crops30:38 Discussion on annual clovers being used in winter forages and cover crops34:27 Discussion on other options for farmers and ranchers that are not using winter forages to provide food options for their livestock36:13 Discussion on other current research focus for Dr. Dillard39:54 Brennan and Robbie Closing Segment41:39 Ag in the Cab Podcast OutroWinter (Cool) Season Annual Forage Recommendations:Florida: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/AA266Georgia: https://swvt.uga.edu/content/dam/caes-subsite/statewide-variety-testing/docs/performance-trials/2024/winter-crops-2024.pdfAlabama: https://aaes.auburn.edu/variety-tests/small-grain-forage-variety-trials/Pasture Planning for Winter Forages (from Mississippi State Extension)http://extension.msstate.edu/publications/pasture-planning-for-winter-forages#:~:text=Healthy%20stands%20of%20cool%2Dseason,annual%20ryegrass%20or%20small%20grains.

Episode Summary:On the kick off episode of Ag in the Cab podcast, Brennan and Robbie spend time introducing you to themselves, overview what the Ag in the Cab Podcast is, and discuss some recent issues and topics they have seen out in the field as Extension Agents.Chapter Markers:0:00 Ag in the Cab Podcast Intro1:30 Brennan and Robbie Introduce the Podcast2:30 Robbie and Brennan Introduce Themselves4:18 Brennan and Robbie Overview More In-depth Their Goals and Outlook for the Podcast9:01 Robbie and Brennan Discuss The Recent Hurricane Helene and the Impact on Farms in Georgia and Florida14:47 Brennan and Robbie Discuss Recent Client Calls and Topics They Have Been Assisting Farmers and Ranchers With26:36 Robbie Gives the Episode One Show Wrap-up27:30 Ag in the Cab Podcast Outro