Nutrien Senior Atmospheric Scientist, Andrew Pritchard

Andrew Pritchard, a senior atmospheric scientist at Nutrien, discusses his role in analyzing weather impacts on crops, providing weather safety training, and supporting farmers and crop consultants. He produces weather videos and email reports, tailored to different levels within the company, and frequently interacts with divisions in Nebraska, Iowa, and the Dakotas. Pritchard highlights the early, cold, and snowy start to the winter in the Corn Belt, emphasizing the need for winter weather safety measures, including cold stress prevention, safe travel, and carbon monoxide awareness. He advises avoiding unnecessary travel during peak winter storms to prevent accidents and hypothermia.