The Crop Science Podcast Show - Sally Jones-Diamond: Rye’s yield potential | Ep. 46
Oct 29, 2024
In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Sally Jones-Diamond, from Colorado State University, explores rye and small grains research. She discusses the complexities of crop production in semi-arid regions, focusing on drought-tolerant crops, wheat production challenges, and the benefits of hybrid rye. Listen now!
What will you learn:
- Drought-resistant crop research
- Wheat production challenges
- Hybrid vs. traditional rye
- Crop rotation strategies
- Pest control in semi-arid regions
Meet the guest:
Sally Jones-Diamond is the Director of the Crops Testing Program and an Extension Crop Production Specialist at Colorado State University’s Department of Soil and Crop Sciences. Her research focuses on crop management in semi-arid eastern Colorado, particularly drought-tolerant crops. Her program conducts official variety trials for grain, oilseed, and forage crops, while also collaborating with commodity groups for agronomy studies. Outside of work, she manages a dryland farm with her husband.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
