Darren Hefty talks about the importance balancing soil nutrients - not just N,P, and K, but also calcium and magnesium.

Corn can't wear earmuffs and mittens, so farmers have to plan ahead for frosty weather. Darren Hefty explains how.

Find out why a drought in the fall may not be a bad thing for farmers.

Three key factors determine when corn is ready. Darren Hefty explains how farmers know when to power up the combine.

Learn how farmers decide if they need to add fertilizer to their soils for their next crop.

As the season winds down, new threats can emerge. Darren Hefty explains why farmers stay vigilant for late season insects.

Darren Hefty explains how farmers can fix acidic soils and improve crops.

Can you ever get too much of a good thing? Darren Hefty explains the dark side of downpours, and how they affect crops.

Learn what organic matter is and how it benefits soil.

The price of a bountiful harvest is eternal vigilance. Darren Hefty explains how farmers stay one step ahead of weedy villains like pigweed all summer long.

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.