In this episode, Rodrigo Santos, President of the Crop Science Division at Bayer, joins Andy and Tom to reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Rodrigo shares how Bayer is expanding their field organization, growing the Preceon® Smart Corn System, and leveraging digital tools to accelerate innovation. He also discusses Bayer's global farming insights from South America, the evolution of sustainability practices, and what’s coming for the ForGround program. From managing legal challenges to forging stronger grower relationships, this conversation covers Bayer’s multi-pronged strategy for the future of agriculture.

Learn how DEKALB Seed drives innovation & performance through precision breeding, Bayer Corn Trait technology, and Climate FieldView digital farming.

DEKALB® Seed is working hard to bring the latest innovations and performance improvements to your fields. In this episode, Jamie Horton and Alex Renaud join Tom and Andy to discuss DEKALB Seed Innovations, R&D, Preceon® short corn to scripting, standability, and what the next class of DEKALB products will deliver. Learn how DEKALB is using data, digital tools like Climate FieldView™, and decades of breeding expertise to meet grower needs across every acre.

What’s it like managing 70+ growers while staying ahead with FieldView™? This Channel Seed Dealer shares the tools, insights, and lessons from the field.

In this episode, we sit down with Kristy Lammers, Channel SeedPro, and Iowa growers Galen Mulder and Dalton Feckers to talk scouting, customer service, and digital tools like FieldView™. From managing dozens of growers to preparing for future Iowa growing seasons, they share how data and teamwork drive better outcomes. Plus, hear how Channel Fest celebrates growers and builds stronger community connections.