The Crop Science Podcast Show - Dr. Connor Sible: Residue Management and Corn Root Architecture | Ep. 108

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Connor Sible from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign talks about managing residue and understanding corn root architecture in today’s high-yield systems. He shares how farmers can balance tillage, biological tools, and conservation practices, and explains how root traits affect nutrient use and drought tolerance. Get practical, research-based insights to fine-tune your corn management strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

• Residue management strategies
• Strip tillage benefits
• Root architecture variation
• Hybrid-environment interaction
• Nutrient placement effects

Meet the guest:

Dr. Connor Sible is a Research Assistant Professor in Crop Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on corn and soybean production systems, studying how management practices influence crop growth, development, and yield. His current work explores residue management, corn root physiology, and nutrient efficiency across production environments. 

Hear Dr. Sible’s technical insights on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available now on all major platforms.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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