Zach Hefty talks about corn plants normally putting on only one ear.

Sometimes a harvested field might look like a rough draft, but that's because soil is always a work in progress. Zach Hefty explains how "mess" can bring success!

Zach Hefty explains how farmers use manure and keep it safely in their soil.

On a farm, water will find a way, but what will it take along for the ride? Zach shows how smart farmers steer clear of soil erosion with the grass waterways.

Zach Hefty talks about farmers planting crops that they have no intention of harvesting.

The secret to healthier soil and crops? Knowing when to switch things up! Zach Hefty shows how to stop disease without chemicals.

Zach Hefty clears up the "food vs. fuel" debate when it comes to how ethanol is made.

Corn fields may vary by 20,000 plants every acre! Zach Hefty explains why less is more and more is less on certain fields.

Zach Hefty talks about applying varying rates of fertilizer to crop fields.

Before you can build, you need a great foundation. Zach Hefty explains how farmers don't just feed the world, but also save its soil.

Have you ever wondered about the source of nutrients that farmers apply to their fields? Zach Hefty answers the question, "Where does fertilizer come from?"

A pasture isn't an all-you-can-eat buffet. Zach Hefty shows us why good fences make for better grazing.

Darren talks about insects that are useful in crops.

A farmer's gotta know when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em. Darren Hefty explains what might happen if disaster strikes in the spring.

Darren talks about some of the things that can limit a soybean plant's yield potential during the growing season.

When is fast-growing corn not a good thing? Agronomist Darren Hefty says the answer is blowing in the wind.

Darren talks about multiple factors that need to happen in order to raise a successful crop.

What do people and corn have in common? Darren Hefty tells us that they both enjoy a nice day at the beach!

Find out how legume plants like soybeans can produce their own nitrogen and how farmers can help them with that process.

How can you get a better garden all season long with less work? Darren Hefty shares a cool farmer tip about watering plants.

Darren Hefty talks about the importance of understanding growing points on plants like soybeans.

Farmers always love an early start, but sometimes nature hits the snooze button. Darren explains what happens when spring gives the cold shoulder!

Darren talks about the risk of planting crops in the spring when there is still a risk of frost occurring.

There are times when a farmer just goes with the flow. Darren Hefty describes how Mother Nature helps protect his farm.