Darren explains how plants deal with dry and drought conditions during the summer.

Not all bugs are harmful out in crop fields. Darren explains the benefits that various insects can provide in crops.

Darren talks about how insects can affect a farmer's field.

Darren talks about how rapidly-growing corn plants can be susceptible to wind damage.

Darren talks about heat tolerance and water availability when it comes to crops like corn.

Darren Hefty explains the importance of crop canopy when it comes to reducing weed problems in fields, lawns, and gardens.

Darren Hefty talks about the importance of having each plant in a field emerge at the same time.

Darren Hefty explains how a light rain could actually be worse than no rain when it comes to seed germination.

Darren Hefty explains steps you can take to protect your ash trees from the emerald ash borer.

Darren Hefty explains how roots grow when it comes to fertilizer, soil microbes, and soil compaction.

Darren Hefty talks about the damage that a late spring frost can do to corn and soybeans.

Darren Hefty explains how farmers use Bt to reduce damage caused by corn rootworms.

Rainy days and dry days are both important to farmers during planting season. Darren Hefty explains in this week's Ag Minute.

Darren Hefty talks about factors that are affecting crop inputs and crop prices this planting season.

Darren Hefty talks about the potential benefits to farmers when spring arrives early.

Darren Hefty explains the importance of fertility and rain for plants.

Darren Hefty explains how farmers can raise successful crops with less fertilizer.

Darren explains how farmers and ranchers keep their cattle healthy when pasture grass doesn't provide all the nutrients that the cattle need.

Darren Hefty talks about spring weed control in lawns.

Darren Hefty explains what too much salt can do to plants.

Darren Hefty explains how freezing temps can benefit soils.

Ag Minute #1043 | Air Date 02/14/21 - Darren Hefty explains why farmers often plant corn seed at a 2-inch depth.

Darren Hefty talks about what to look for when testing the soil in your lawn or garden.

Darren Hefty explains the similarities of the new COVID vaccine and Bt corn, a GMO crop.