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Welcome to this agriculture podcast where seeding equipment and agronomy collide! The information from multiple years of trials, along with talking with thousands of growers over the past 10 years, have provided the Bourgault Agronomy Team with the ability to give recommendations for many different seeding configurations. Listen in as Curtis and Jeff discuss a different topic each episode, which may provide value to your operation. With topics ranging from nitrogen placement, to seeding rates, to testing different fertilizer products on the market; there's something that will Get You Growing!

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2026 Field Trials - Introducing Brodie Welsh

2026/05/13

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis welcomes new Bourgault agronomist Brodie Welsh to the team and the podcast. Together, they lay out the 2026 agronomy and equipment trial plan—covering canola, wheat, pulses, seeding rates, nutrient placement, Trimax, and deep-banding strategies—while exploring how agronomy decisions and seeding equipment work better when they’re truly aligned.

Winter Wheat feat. Wheat Pete (Peter Johnson)

2026/04/29

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis is joined by Peter “Wheat Pete” Johnson to break down the agronomic fundamentals of high‑yield winter wheat, from planting date and seeding rate to starter phosphorus, nitrogen strategies, weed control, and seeding depth. Drawing on experience from Ontario to Kansas, Wheat Pete explains how consistent agronomic principles apply across regions—and what growers and equipment designers need to know to grow great wheat.

When Is It Time for a New Drill?

2026/04/15

When Is It Time for a New Drill? In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis and Jeff explore that question and the factors that often drive—or challenge—equipment change decisions on the farm. If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to make a change, this conversation is a great place to begin.

Soil Enhancement Trials

2026/03/25

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis and Jeff sit down once again to dig into Year 2 of a multi‑year Soil Enhancement Trial. They break down what worked, what didn’t, and explore why soil biology might play a bigger role in fertility strategies than many growers realize. If you’re curious about soil health, fertilizer efficiency, or whether these soil‑enhancing products truly pay on the farm, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Coulter Openers feat. Jim Vannett

2026/03/11

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis talks with Jim Vannett, U.S. Territory Sales Manager and Operations Leader for Bourgault Industries, to unpack the key differences between Bourgault’s two coulter‑drill opener systems—the PLW™ (ParaLink Walking) and PLR™ (ParaLink Row). From heavy clay to light sandy soils, they explore how opener design influences seed placement, power demand, residue handling, and furrow closure, and where each opener truly performs best.

Nitrogen Rate Trials

2026/02/25

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis and Jeff break down three years of nitrogen trials in canola and wheat—comparing rates, forms, and placements. They explore why canola consistently responded to higher N, why wheat didn’t, and how organic matter and moisture complicate nitrogen planning. Practical insights on finding the real “sweet spot” for N rates, boosting protein, and making nitrogen dollars count.

TriMax™ Triple Shoot System Trials

2026/02/11

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis and Jeff break down their findings in the Trimax Trials, exploring how different fertilizer placements and seeding rates influenced canola and wheat performance. They discuss how Trimax’s flexibility helps manage high product rates and optimize emergence.

Seeding Rate Trials - Canola

2026/01/28

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis and Jeff dive deep into one of Bourgault’s longest‑running research projects: Canola Seeding Rate Trials. From early comparisons between singulation and volumetric metering to years of side‑by‑side testing at multiple seeding rates, Curtis and Jeff break down what the data shows—and how growers can apply these findings in real‑world conditions.

PLDX (ParaLink Dual Xtreme) Opener feat. Ken Sarauer & Curtis Heinrichsen

2026/01/15

In this episode of EQUIPPED Agronomy, Curtis sits down with Curtis Heinrichsen and Ken Sarauer to discuss the all-new ParaLink Dual Xtreme (PLDX) Opener—the world’s first 1:1 dual knife opener for unmatched depth control! Listen in as Ken shares his experience demoing this opener on his operation and provides insights into how he found the opener performed.

Deep Phos Update 2025 Results

2025/12/03

In this episode Curtis and Jeff dig into the multi-year deep phosphorus trials that started in 2023. From big canola responses in a dry year to surprising long-term benefits of broadcast phosphorus, explore what the data tells us about nutrient stratification and soil moisture dynamics.

Winter Canola Trials Update

2025/11/19

We’re back for Season 3! Curtis & Jeff recap and discuss what worked—and what didn’t—in last year’s winter canola trials. From volunteer rye headaches to flea beetle battles and fertility insights. In addition, our agronomy program expands to Odessa, Saskatchewan, where we’re testing lentil production, phosphorus placement, seeding rates, and even fan speed impacts. Join us for practical takeaways, a few laughs, and a look at what’s next in Bourgault agronomy.

Field Trials 2025

2025/04/30

In this episode of the Equipped Agronomy podcast, Curtis and Jeff discuss their plans and trials for the upcoming 2025 seeding season. Topics include wheat and canola trials, winter canola survival, stubble height impact, and lentil trials. They also highlight new farming technology. Tune in for valuable insights and practical tips!

Soil Enhancement Products

2025/04/16

Join Curtis and Jeff on the Equipped Agronomy Podcast as they discuss the first year of their Soil Enhancement Trial. They explore the effectiveness of three granular products—Humalite, H-Start, and AnneMaxx Biome—on crop yield and soil health. Tune in for initial results, future plans, and insights into the cost and benefits of these products.

Phosphorus Source and Placement

2025/04/02

Curtis and Jeff explore the impact of different specialty phosphorus sources and placements on crop yields in the latest episode of the Equipped Agronomy Podcast. Discover practical tips, environmental considerations, and cost implications from their extensive field trials in St. Brieux, Saskatchewan. Whether you're an agronomy expert or just curious about crop nutrition, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your farming practices.

Opener Tip Size - 2" and ¾"

2025/03/19

Exploring the impact of opener tip sizes on seedbed utilization and seed safety in wheat and canola, Curtis and Jeff compare 2" and ¾" openers and tackle the question, "Does size matter?" in this episode of the Equipped Agronomy Podcast. Trials referred to in this episode can be found at www.bourgault.com/agronomy, along with many more agronomical studies.