In this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we’re talking all about biologicals. What should companies consider as they test their biological products? Can growers reduce their nitrogen requirements due to biological use? Is there new research out there that tells us about biologicals’ effectiveness? What should growers watch out for when they consider companies’ claims about biological products? Guests: Daniel Kaiser, Extension nutrient management specialist (St. Paul)Carl Rosen, Extension nutrient management specialist (St. Paul)Emerson Nafgizer, Extension agronomist, retired (Champaign, IL)Dave Franzen, Extension soils specialist, North Dakota State University (Fargo, ND)Additional resources: Nebraska On-Farm Research NetworkPractical Farmers of Iowa Farmer-Led ResearchIowa Soybean AssociationNCERA103.orgNitrogen-fixing biological products: New report summarizes research from across the Corn Belt--- For the latest nutrient management information, subscribe to the Nutrient Management Podcast and never miss an episode. And don't forget to subscribe to the Minnesota Crop News daily or weekly email newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube channel, like UMN Extension Nutrient Management on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and visit our website. If you have questions or comments, please email us at [email protected]. Support for the Nutrient Management Podcast is provided by Minnesota's fertilizer tonnage fee through the Agricultural Fertilizer Research & Education Council (AFREC). Learn more at MNsoilfertility.com.