BushelUp Podcast
Welcome to the BushelUp Podcast, your go-to source for the latest agronomic insights. Hosted by Brandon Hamer, the Director of Research and Development at Aurora Cooperative, this podcast brings over 25 years of agricultural experience straight to you. Brandon spearheads Aurora Cooperative’s Owners Acres, a large-scale farm known for its innovative management practices focused on soil fertility, timely applications, and continuous experimentation to consistently achieve higher yield goals. In each episode, Brandon is joined by industry experts to explore into the pressing topics that today’s farmers face. Tune in to the BushelUp Podcast for a deep dive into the world of agriculture.
Episodes

Monday Apr 14, 2025
Cover Crops, Herbicide Application, & Dry Condition Considerations
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Tune into this week's BushelUp Podcast episode with guests Mark Dozler, Ethan Dozler, and Shelby Rose.
The team will discuss the importance of timely pivot maintenance and irrigation, share insights on the challenges and benefits of cover crops, and emphasize the significance of safety and careful planning during the planting season. They also touch on the variability of agricultural conditions and the need for adaptability and proactive measures in farming practices including the importance of applying herbicides in a timely manner.

Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Owners Acres: Our Team and Mission
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Tune into the revival of our BushelUp Podcast and meet our Owners Acres team! Comprised of eight full-time members, the Owners Acres team unites diverse agronomic backgrounds to form a strong research-based and data-driven group. Learn about their roles, the mission behind Owners Acres, and some exciting changes coming this year. Plus, get a sneak peek into a few trials the team is looking forward to!

Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Weed Control & What It Means to Spray Dirt
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
In episode #2 of the BushelUp Podcast, Brandon Hamer has special guest Mark Dozler from Syngenta in to talk about effective weed control.

Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Poverty Peas, Show Chickens, & White Mold
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tune in to the pilot episode of the BushelUp Podcast with Brandon Hamer as we welcome our first guest, Bekah Bankson, from Corteva. Brandon and Bekah discuss the best management practices of soybeans from weed control to disease pressure.

VIEW OUR RESULTS
Check out our 2024 results here: Owners Acres 2024 Results