Best Insecticide Podcasts (2025)

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Managing Late or Early Planted Soybeans this time of year | Herbicide and Insecticide 8:14

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Managing late or early planted soybeans in July is a different approach for each timing of planting. The early planted soybeans are needing the application of insecticide/fungicide. The late planted soybeans are needing us to time the herbicide application before they quickly shift into flowering. TOP Ag Services is a Beck's Hybrids seed dealer as …

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Ep. 6 - Corn Disease Update, Soybean Fungicide and Insecticide Applications | N2 Agronomy 26:28

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Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss the threats of corn diseases thus far in the growing season. They also give considerations on making soybean fungicide and insecticide applications.By Nick Monnig

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Ep. 7 - Corn and Soybean Disease Threats and Assessing Pollination Success | N2 Agronomy 24:32

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Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss current corn and soybean growth stages along with disease threats. They also address the question on how late is too late for corn fungicide applications, and how to assess corn pollination success.By Nick Monnig

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Movie theatre magic 49:27

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The speed with which cinema caught the public’s imagination is remarkable. The first film screenings took place in the 1890s and just two decades later, in the US alone there were thousands of nickelodeons and other spaces where you could watch a movie. Luxurious picture palaces followed soon after and not just in the West: some of India’s Art Deco…

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Episode 195: Mid-Season Motivation, P&L Mastery & a Call for Clarity 33:55

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In this special solo episode, Allan Draper brings a timely dose of motivation, strategy, and tough love for pest control business owners. Recorded on the 4th of July from rainy Idaho, Allan reflects on three key topics every PCO should hear: A Lesson in Clarity: Allan clears up a recent podcast comment on organic products and shares a crucial lesso…

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Episode 194: Flipping the Script: How Travis Bottoms Is Making Pest Control 'Nice 31:47

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Don't miss the part where Allan admits: "I didn’t think I’d be crying during this episode." It’s raw, it’s inspiring, and it’s... Nice. In this heartfelt and high-energy episode, host Allan Draper sits down with Travis Bottoms — 13-year industry vet and co-founder of Nice Pest Company — to explore how authenticity, humor, and heart are transforming…

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Bloomers in the Garden 06.28.25 58:09

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Bloomers in the Garden 06/28/25 1. I can’t remember it ever being SO Hot like it’s Been over this past week. During our 1st segment we’re going to discuss how your plants may react to the extended heat! 2. During our 2nd segment lets discuss Free Air Conditioning from Backyard trees. How to choose the location, which trees would be best and how to …

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Corn Pollinating, Disease checks, & Yield Potential | Late June check of the field level view 7:33

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Today's topic is on corn and pollination, ear sizes, color, health, etc and what we are seeing so far in corn. Corn hybrids are looking well at this time. TOP Ag Services is a Beck's Hybrids seed dealer as well as a franchise partner for Sweetwater Technologies. We provide Hybrid Corn Seed, Soybean Seed, and Wheat Seed. Beck's has access to the bes…

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Episode 193: Culture, Creativity, and a Big Reveal with Lee Barrett of NISUS 31:03

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In this powerhouse episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Allan sits down with Lee Barrett, President of NISUS Corporation and former CFL running back, to talk about what really makes a company thrive; ts people. From building strong internal culture to empowering team members with creativity and autonomy, Lee shares the leadership philosophies that hav…

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Customer service: The rise of the doom loop 49:27

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The quality of customer service can make or break a company. That has always been true but the kind of customer experience we now expect when things go wrong with our purchases is vastly different from what we wanted half a century ago. 1960s answering services, the new organisations managing calls on behalf of businesses, relied on a single techno…

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06/21/25 "No-See-Ums" Cucumber Beetle & Sothern Magnolias 58:09

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1: See the Damage but you can’t find the Insects! No See Em’s we’ll bring them in to focus! 2: If you see how an insect feeds you will know how to control it! 3: Southern Magnolias are a beautiful versatile Flowering Evergreen Tree! 4: So what’s buggin you?? Cucumber beetles! 5: Professor Steve called the Hotline with some inside information we’d l…

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Episode 192: Don't Get fined by the department of AG with Toni Simei 35:34

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In this info-packed episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan sits down with Toni Simei of Arkion to dig into the world of natural pest control. From what really makes a product “organic” to how Arkion is changing the game with their unique formulations, Toni shares what pest control pros need to know about mosquito and tick control in 2025. They also …

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Ep. 5 - Assessing Corn Fungicide Decisions | N2 Agronomy 26:14

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Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss factors to consider when assessing corn fungicide decisions. They give an update on the current status of tar spot, highlight other corn diseases to consider, discuss corn fungicide application timing, and compare and contrast generic versus premium fungicide applications. N2 Agronomy Team: Nick Monnig - Agronomy Mar…

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Ep. 2 - Updates on Pests, Stands and Crop Development | N2 Agronomy 23:49

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In this timely episode, Derek, Nick and Rodney discuss early season pest problems (weeds and insects), corn and soybean stand assessments and crop growth and development. N2 Agronomy Team: Nick Monnig - Agronomy Market Manager / Central Missouri Derek Cottrill - Agronomy Market Manager / Northwest Missouri Rodney Phelps - Regional Agronomist / Nort…

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Ep. 3 - In-Season Nitrogen Applications on Corn | N2 Agronomy 30:52

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Derek, Nick, and Rodney discuss the many questions that surround side-dress applications in corn. They also give a brief update on the current corn and soybean crop growth and development. N2 Agronomy Team: Nick Monnig - Agronomy Market Manager / Central Missouri Derek Cottrill - Agronomy Market Manager / Northwest Missouri Rodney Phelps - Regional…

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Ep. 4 - Weather Related Issues: Past, Present & Future | N2 Agronomy 26:46

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Derek, Nick, and Rodney break down the recent challenges with crop injury related to herbicide applications and explore practical steps to address them moving forward. They also dive into current crop disease concerns, including how weather conditions could influence tar spot severity and a newly identified corn disease in Missouri from last year k…

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Is It Too Late To Plant Trees & Shrubs? • Vincent's Iris Hotline Call • Caterpillar Candy • Privet Poison • What's Buggin U?!? Deer!!! & More! 58:10

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Is It Too Late To Plant Trees & Shrubs? • Vincent's Iris Hotline Call • Caterpillar Candy • Privet Poison • What's Buggin U?!? Deer!!! & More! 1. Can You Still Plant Trees & Shrubs? That Question drives me Crazy! Find out why in our 1st segment! 2. Vincent from Paramus called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and his Iris' didn’t Bloom this year. …

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Episode 191: The Power & Pitfalls of Partnerships with Allan Draper 24:37

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In this episode, Allan Draper, entrepreneur and founder of Bug Bux, shares the origin story of Bug Bux and what’s on the horizon. He dives into the dynamics of partnerships in the home services space, discussing the challenges, opportunities, and keys to building strong, mutually beneficial business relationships.…

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Nitrogen in corn, Spray Weeds, Plant Soybeans, but what population? | What is the next #1 Priority? 10:53

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Intro 0:00 Podcast 01:12 Celena joins me to talk about what to head into next when we face next week's work potential, especially for those who have had too much rain. Celena is the Field Agronomist for Beck's Hybrids in SW Missouri. Some of the topics nitrogen top dress, soybean planting populations, and also the water solubility of different chem…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 6.7.25 • Tom’s Potted Hydrangea Question • Doug’s Neighbor has Browning Holly Hedge • Weeds Gone Wild • Water Garden Plants • Sounding the Alarm On Bagworms!! & More! 56:59

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Bloomers in the Garden • 6.7.25 • Tom’s Potted Hydrangea Question • Doug’s Neighbor has Browning Holly Hedge • Weeds Gone Wild • Water Garden Plants • Sounding the Alarm On Bagworms!! & More! 1. Tom emailed us about planting a Hydrangea in a container! We’ll explain the does & don’ts in our 1st segment! 2. In our 2nd segment! Doug from Bristol, PA …

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Episode 190: Mayor, Firefighter, Pest Pro: The Wild First Year of Matt Alexander 47:20

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What do you get when you combine a firefighter, a small-town mayor, and a first-time pest control business owner? You get Matt Alexander—a man who's literally putting out fires on and off the job. In this high-energy episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with Matt to talk about his whirlwind first year as the founder of Aero Pest…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 5.31.25 • What's a Pollinator? • Deep Dive on Butterflies • Beloved Busy Bees • Native Plants • Best Practices for Pollinators 58:11

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Bloomers in the Garden • 5.31.25 • What's a Pollinator? • Deep Dive on Butterflies • Beloved Busy Bees • Native Plants • Best Practices for Pollinators 1. June is National Pollinator’s Month!! Have you ever wondered what the heck a pollinator is? That’s what our 1st segment is all about!! 2. Butterflies are the most popular of the Garden Pollinator…

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Episode 189: The Spy Who Loved Bugs: Global Pest Control, Mad Science & the Future of Insecticides 53:35

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In this wildly entertaining and surprisingly heartfelt episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with the “mad scientist of Syngenta” herself, Lisa Eppler. From studying parasitic wasps in Germany to field-testing herbicides for the Swiss EPA (no, she’s not actually a spy… or is she?), Lisa takes us through her unique journey into th…

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Episode 188 : Beating the Algorithm: How AI is Rewriting Marketing Rules for Pest Control Companies 48:38

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In this high-energy episode of the Bug Bucks Podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with Matt Rogers, COO of Lizard, to break down how artificial intelligence is flipping the script on digital marketing. From old-school Yellow Pages nostalgia to the latest in AI-driven SEO, Matt walks us through the new marketing KPIs pest control owners should be trackin…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 5.24.25 • Rhododendron Care (Hotline Call & Email) • Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard • Mushrooms In Your Lawn • and More! 58:08

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Bloomers in the Garden • 5.24.25 • Rhododendron Care (Hotline Call & Email) • Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Yard • Mushrooms In Your Lawn • and More! 1. It seems to be Rhododendron Week! PJMs and Azaleas have dropped most of their blossoms! Rhododendrons are gloriously blooming. In our first segment we’re going to tell you how to care for these s…

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What makes us nostalgic? 49:27

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Nostalgia is one of those complicated emotions: we long to be transported to a place or moment in the past that we have loved but at the same time feel sad that it has gone forever. It is also a bit of a slippery intellectual concept: regarded as a malady when the term was first coined in the 17th century, nostalgia is now thought to be benign or e…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 5.17.25 • Buy Insecticide when You Buy These Plants • Types of Roses & Placement • Feeding Your Roses • Cutting Garden Plants • What’s Buggin’ U?!? Ticks! • and More! 58:16

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1. I’ve always wanted to do a segment about when you buy these particular plants…just buy the insecticide for disease control with it at the same time! In our first segment I’m telling you not to Avoid these popular plants! Just know you will need to keep them sprayed in order to keep them looking their best!! 2. Our 2nd Segment is the first part o…

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Episode 187: Behind the Scenes of the NPMA with Dr. Jim Fredericks 47:15

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In this jam-packed episode of the Bug Bux podcast, Eric and Jake sit down with the legendary Dr. Jim Fredericks—board-certified entomologist and Senior VP of Public Affairs at the NPMA. From tick awareness and pest control PR to the difference between NPMA and PPMA, they dig into the resources that can help pest pros thrive. Jim shares insider info…

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Management young Corn & Soybeans sets the stage for a Defensive Crop later on | May 2025 Update 8:44

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Celena Hawkins joins me again to go over the importance of what we need to be focused on now for our crops. Crop nutrition in the form of Nitrogen and Sulfur and weed control are critical in corn. In soybeans, it is weed control and understanding the values of appropriate stand counts for the season. It maybe less than you think. TOP Ag Services is…

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Ep. 1 - Early Planting: Emergence and Early Weed Control | N2 Agronomy 22:42

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Derek and Nick discuss early planting factors and timing emergence based on growing degree units (GDUs). In addition, they discuss early season weed control. N2 Agronomy Team: Nick Monnig - Agronomy Market Manager / Central Missouri Derek Cottrill - Agronomy Market Manager / Northwest MissouriBy Matt

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BITG 5.10.25 • Properly Watering Your Mother's Day Gifts • DIY Custom Combos • Flowering Patio Tropicals • Getting Rid of Poison Ivy • Hotline Text About A Non-Blooming PJM Rhododendron 58:15

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BITG 5.10.25 • Properly Watering Your Mother's Day Gifts • DIY Custom Combos • Flowering Patio Tropicals • Getting Rid of Poison Ivy • Hotline Text About A Non-Blooming PJM Rhododendron 1. It’s Mother’s Day weekend and there are a lot of combination pots and hanging baskets being given as gifts. Watering correctly is life and death to these beautif…

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Episode 186: Nailing the Knock: Mastering Door-to-Door Sales with Eric Bassett & Jake Claus 1:02:33

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus dive into the art (and science) of door-to-door sales—sparked by a real-world question from Dan Christensen in the Facebook group. They unpack why some deals fall apart before the initial service, what it means to sell the right way, and how to train a sales team that closes …

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BITG 5.3.25 • The Vegetable Garden Show!!! • By Plant or By Seed? • Soil Prep • Feeding Your Baby Veggies • Placement and Staking • Controlling Disease and Insects • & More! 58:19

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BITG 5.3.25 • The Vegetable Garden Show!!! • By Plant or By Seed? • Soil Prep • Feeding Your Baby Veggies • Placement and Staking • Controlling Disease and Insects • & More! Philadelphia, South Jersey, & Delaware Valley Saturdays at 8am 860am | WWDB-AM Saturday at 6am & 5pm | 93.5FM & 1540am WNWR "The Word".... NYC Tri-State Area Sundays at 8am | 1…

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Finding the Best Value for the Dollar Spent in Farming | with Chad Gripp 9:51

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Intro 0:00 Podcast 0:12 Chad Gripp joins me in this podcast to talk about finding the best value for the dollar spent in crop inputs. We talk about crop protection products, a recommendation for applying crop protection to your corn and soybeans, and general advice from a professional who farms, helps farmers, and watches new technology closely. Go…

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Episode 185: Scaling through Unity and Extreme Ownership with Aaron Davis 51:40

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Natura Pest Control's GM and intrapreneur extraordinaire, Aaron Davis. From unexpected beginnings to leading a powerhouse team, Aaron shares the real-world strategies behind building unity, developing leadership, and running tight, high-performing pest control operati…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 4.26.25 Dwarf Korean Lilacs • How Hot is Hot? The Scoville Scale & Peppers • Plant Jargon • Blossom End Rot & Tomatoes • What's Buggin' U? Chinch Bugs • & More! 58:16

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Bloomers in the Garden • 4.26.25 • Dwarf Korean Lilacs • How Hot is Hot? The Scoville Scale & Peppers • Plant Jargon • Blossom End Rot & Tomatoes • What's Buggin' U? Chinch Bugs • & More! Philadelphia, South Jersey, & Delaware Valley Saturdays at 8am 860am | WWDB-AM Saturday at 6am & 5pm | 93.5FM & 1540am WNWR "The Word".... NYC Tri-State Area Sund…

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Episode 184: How to Reduce Customer Cancellations and Boost Retention Rates 45:06

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric Basset and Jake Claus discuss powerful strategies every pest control company owner needs to know. From the roots of attrition to retention team strategies and subscription billing hacks, they unpack what keeps customers loyal and what sends them running. Whether you're a startup or scaling a large operat…

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Corn reminders on nitrogen, weeds, and diseases | April 2025 Update in the Field 5:56

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Today's video covers what we are seeing currently in the field and what some next steps or Number One Priorities will be going forward. Quite a bit of rain has fallen and there is some more rain in the forecast. What do we do when it dries up. Celena Hawkins joins me to talk about what we are seeing and what the focus should be. We reference one of…

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How airports took off 49:03

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Airports: at their most basic level places to fly from to reach destinations near and far. And yet so much more. Iszi Lawrence and guests take a look at the evolution of airports, from their beginnings as military airstrips to the modern-day behemoths with their luxury shopping outlets, gardens and art galleries. The early European airports were mo…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 4.19.25 • Too Late for Crabgrass Preventer? • Dandelions are Popping Up! • Azaleas in Your Landscape • Hotline Text About Planting Seeds in Soil • Caller Prof. Steve in the Garden ... 57:58

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1. The forsythia are finishing up blooming. Are you wondering if it’s too late to put down a Crabgrass Preventer?! We’ll give you the answer in our 1st Segment! 2. Have you seen yellow blooms thru your lawn? Dandelions!! Where there’s one you can expect hundreds to move in. We’ll explain the best way to control Dandelions and other broadleaved weed…

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Episode 183: Rain, Snow, and Pests—Oh My! Pest Control Protocols for Every Forecast 31:48

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Eric and Jake dive into the nitty-gritty of how weather impacts pest control—from rainy-day treatments in the Pacific Northwest to snow-driven rodent and vole activity. They share real-world strategies, smart technician tips, and creative product solutions for servicing in tough conditions, all while keeping …

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BITG 4.12.25 • Frost Free Date • Blue Mountain Pinks? • Tomato Time is Coming! • Hotline Strawberry Caller • Easter Flowers & More! 58:02

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BITG 4.12.25 • Frost Free Date • Blue Mountain Pinks? • Tomato Time is Coming! • Hotline Strawberry Caller • Easter Flowers & More! 1. The Frost Free Date Shouldn’t be ignored. We had 29° this past week!! In our 1st segment we’re going to discuss the first free date! 2. How is it possible that there are Blue Mt. Pinks? We’re going to discuss Mt. Pi…

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Wendell Koehn interviews Beck's Hybrids Seed Advisor Chris Kennady | Introduction to his new role! 9:25

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Watch this video to get a good background in to Chris Kennady. He has recently announced his acceptance of the job for Beck's Hybrids Seed Advisor. This role will help dealers and customers to be more successful in the West Central/ SW Missouri region. Welcome aboard, Chris! TOP Ag Services is a Beck's Hybrids seed dealer. We provide Hybrid Corn Se…

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Episode 182: Crushing Sales Barriers and Revolutionizing Field Teams with Paiv 50:45

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In this powerful episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Jess Reagan, co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Paiv, to explore how cutting-edge AI technology is reshaping the world of field sales. From real-time coaching and gamification to territory management and CRM integration, Jess shares how Paiv empowe…

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Corn Sprouted and emerging after rain and cold | April 8, 2025 report from the field on conditions 6:25

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Celena Hawkins, Beck's Hybrids field agronomist joins me today to check in on the corn crop that was planted prior to inches of rain and a couple mornings of a light frost. Intro 0:00 Podcast 01:17 TOP Ag Services is a Beck's Hybrids seed dealer. We provide Hybrid Corn Seed, Soybean Seed, and Wheat Seed. Beck's has access to the best genetics and t…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 4.5.25 • "Is it OK to Plant Yet?" • Crackin' Colors Azaleas & Rhododendrons • "Oh My Deer!" • Bug Eating Birds • You've Got Ants In Your Plants! 58:32

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Bloomers in the Garden • 4.5.25 • "Is it OK to Plant Yet?" • Crackin' Colors Azaleas & Rhododendrons • "Oh My Deer!" • Bug Eating Birds • You've Got Ants In Your Plants! 1. This Week We Have been bombarded with the same loaded question, “Is It OK to Plant?” We’ll let you know during our 1st Segment! 2. Azaleas and some Rhododendrons are starting to…

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Episode 181: Bug Bux Con Recap: A First Time Success and What’s Next 53:44

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In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus dive into the highlights of our very first Bug Bux Con! From a packed event with just six weeks of planning, to scorpion hunting after hours, the conference was a huge success. They share behind-the-scenes stories, unforgettable moments, and key insights from speakers like Le…

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Bloomers in the Garden•3.29.25•Building Super Soil•Landscape Design•Rose Pruning•Lawn Renovation w/Powerful Tools•Mulch Me Much! 58:07

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Bloomers in the Garden•3.29.25•Building Super Soil•Landscape Design•Rose Pruning•Lawn Renovation w/Powerful Tools•Mulch Me Much! Soil is the solution! Great Gardens and Landscapes start with great soil! Listen to what the building blocks are for great soil in our 1st segment! In our 2nd segment I’ll explain easy to understand landscape design techn…

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Episode 180: Industry insights and innovations with Nick Grisafe from Syngenta 36:49

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In this insightful episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, hosts Eric Bassett and Jake Claus sit down with Nick Grisafe, a longtime industry expert from Syngenta, to discuss the industry’s biggest challenges and innovations. They dive into Integrated Pest Management (IPM), best practices for application, and why many professionals struggle to implement IPM…