While you may be bothered by bugs, Darren Hefty explains why farmers sometimes like to see certain insects in their fields.

Expert weed warrior Darren Hefty reveals his tips for ensuring dandelions stay gone, all summer long.

Darren Hefty talks about the challenge of dealing with a disease in corn called "tar spot".

Your lawn would rather get a deep gulp than short sips. Expert agronomist Darren Hefty quenches your thirst for lawn care know-how, to help you water wisely.

Darren Hefty talks about the various stresses that soybean plants endure during the growing season.

Letting sunshine in can give a farmer the edge. Darren Hefty illuminates this phenomenon in today's Ag Minute.

Find out how younger people are using their talents to find a place on the farm.

Early isn't always better: late might be good, it depends on the weather! Darren Hefty explains why.

Darren Hefty explains how small bugs can be such a problem for farmers.

Grass waterways are the natural way to save soil after a rain. Darren Hefty explains how these little patches can have a big impact.

Darren Hefty talks about the importance of getting seeds to emerge at the same time.

If you ever wondered what farmers do with their fields between crops, Darren Hefty has got you covered.

Darren Hefty talks about some of the reasons that farmers start planting corn so early in the season.

For farmers, a little foresight can go a long way. Darren Hefty explains how stocking up early pays off later.

Darren Hefty explains how farmers can protect their corn seeds from pheasants.

Agriculture expert Darren Hefty encourages you to think of the grass in your yard as a crop, and provides wisdom from the farm, to keep your summer weed-free.

03/31/24 Ag Minute #1206

A late spring frost can hurt some crops more than others. Darren Hefty lays out the cold hard truth in today's Ag Minute.

Darren Hefty explains why corn seeds must be planted at a very specific depth in the soil.

There is more than one variety of corn plant in each field. Darren Hefty talks about the pesty reason farmers scatter different seeds on each cornfield.

Darren Hefty talks about when to fertilize your lawn to get the most out of what you apply.

Why don't farmers plant just one type of crop? Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of diversification in farming in today's Ag Minute.

Darren Hefty explains how seed size can affect a plant's germination and growth in different conditions.

When should a cover crop be terminated? Darren Hefty helps you uncover the truth about these useful non-cash crops.