Learn about the importance of soybean plants keeping more flowers through the growing season.

The end of the season hopefully means the end of the the road for bugs, diseases, and weeds. The Heftys explain how farmers make a fresh start.

Although fallow years are not as common today, Brian and Darren explain why you may still see fields without crops growing during the summer.

It ain't summer without the Ag PhD Field Day! Join us down at the Hefty Farm on Thursday, July 30, 2026 for agriculture's greatest one day event!

Brian and Darren discuss soil fertility and soil structure as it relates to getting bigger stalks on plants.

The seed is the first leaves? And the plant will grow even if most of it is destroyed? The Heftys showcase the unusual beginnings of this magical bean.

Brian and Darren invite you to attend the Ag PhD Field Day on July 30, 2026.

Looking for the world's best weed killer? Brian and Darren have you covered: it's 100% chemical-free and works in your lawn - just ask Brian's wife!

Brian and Darren explain what tillers are in grass crops and grass weeds.

Manure should feed your plants, not season them! Brian and Darren explain how they make sure to get the recipe just right.

Brian and Darren discuss the seed pods and nitrogen-fixing abilities of legume plants.

When corn seed puts down roots, it brings the whole family! The Heftys introduce you to all the members from, seminal to brace.

Find out how and why farmers evaluate their crop stand shortly after planting.

June 27th might be Brian and Darren's favorite day of 2026, when the Heftys help farming's future.

Brian and Darren explain the purpose of tramlines in crops such as wheat.

What do the three numbers on fertilizers mean? You might be surprised that they don't equal N, P, and K!

Brian and Darren discuss planting in soil that is colder than what you may think.

Don't let your nutrients go up in smoke! The Hefty brothers show why cooler heads should prevail when looking at your stalk-filled field.

Brian and Darren discuss how farmers deal with different soil types and fertility across fields.

Farming, foods, friends... did we say FREE? It's the annual Ag PhD Field Day on Thursday July 30, 2026, near Baltic, South Dakota.

Brian and Darren explain why some crop row spacings are narrow, while some are wider.

Some plants look innocent, but they're quietly sabotaging the competition! The Heftys go underground to report on this stealth warfare.

Brian and Darren discuss the process of soybean plants producing their own nitrogen.

The Hefty brothers want to help your farming future take root! The field is the classroom at Scouting & Scholarships in Baltic, SD June 27, 2026.