Ag PhD Iron Talk
5 Seasons
Equipment technology is constantly evolving. In these Iron Talk segments taken from Ag PhD, Darren Hefty discusses the latest trends in equipment technology. If you’re looking for anything that has to do with tractors, combines, planters, tillage, trucks, and fleet management, including research and maintenance, these are the videos for you.
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01:51Episode 1312
Saddle Tanks | Ag PhD
Episode 1312
Darren Hefty explains the benefits of the new SideQuest saddle tanks from Demco.
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02:01Episode 1311
Spraying Your Own Crops | Ag PhD
Episode 1311
Darren Hefty has an eye-opening look at how much it really costs to hire an applicator to spray your farm.
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02:12Episode 1310
Irrigation Technology | Ag PhD
Episode 1310
Darren Hefty talks about some new ways you can utilize your center pivot irrigation system.
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02:15Episode 1309
A Lighter Planter in the Field | Ag PhD
Episode 1309
Planters seem to get bigger and heavier, which can effect your crops and soil. Today Darren talks about technology solutions that some manufacturers, like Fendt, incorporate into their machines to limit compaction, uneven seed depths, and pinch rows.
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02:01Episode 1308
Smart Spring Tillage | Ag PhD
Episode 1308
Darren Hefty talks about getting the most out of your spring tillage implement.
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02:12Episode 1307
Spray Tank Clean Out | Ag PhD
Episode 1307
Avoid possible crop injury and gunk - Darren Hefty says make sure everything that you poured into your tank is no longer there before your next run.
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02:06Episode 1306
Planter Prep Checklist
Episode 1306
Darren Hefty goes over some important things to check on your planter before you start putting seed in the ground.
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02:11Episode 1305
Planting in the Strip
Episode 1305
Darren talks about the necessity of matching your planter to last fall's strip till.
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01:47Episode 1304
Improve Spray Efficiency
Episode 1304
Darren Hefty talks about steps you can take to spray your fields more efficiently.
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02:09Episode 1303
Inoculant Tips
Episode 1303
Whether liquid or dry, on the seed or near the seed: inoculants are a useful tools on the farm. Darren helps you do it yourself.
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02:11Episode 1302
Grain Moisture in Storage
Episode 1302
Darren Hefty explains the importance of controlling the moisture and temperature of stored grain.
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02:31Episode 1301
Replaceable Planter Parts
Episode 1301
You should change planter opening discs when they become worn, even in the middle of the planting season says Darren.
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02:04Episode 1300
Tire Information
Episode 1300
Darren Hefty explains what all those numbers mean on the side of your tractor tires.
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01:49Episode 1299
Field Cultivator Depth
Episode 1299
Your spring tillage is so important in getting your seed off to a good start. Darren Hefty talks field cultivator tricks in this Iron Talk.
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01:55Episode 1298
Get Your Sprayer Ready
Episode 1298
Darren Hefty explains why you may want to make your sprayer the first piece of equipment to get prepped for work this spring.
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01:54Episode 1297
Planting Innovations
Episode 1297
What does it take to get your crop up and out of the ground faster than ever? Brian and Darren talk about their experiences with the Germinator Closing Wheel.
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01:57Episode 1296
Tramlines In Wheat
Episode 1296
Darren Hefty explains the benefits of having tramlines in your wheat crop.
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02:31Episode 1295
Determining Variable Rate Population
Episode 1295
Use your drought yield map to help you better set up up variable planting populations. Darren gives you the formulas to help get the most out of your planted seeds.
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02:04Episode 1294
Split-Applying Nitrogen
Episode 1294
Darren Hefty talks about equipment to consider when making multiple nitrogen applications during the season.
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02:07Episode 1293
Static Electricity in Dry Seed Treatments
Episode 1293
There is a wrong way, a right way, and an even better way to put inoculants & biologicals on your seed in the planter. Darren Hefty explains physics in this Iron Talk.
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01:59Episode 1292
Micronutrient Application
Episode 1292
Darren Hefty explains how to apply micronutrients using either variable rate technology or making multiple passes.
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02:27Episode 1291
Central Tire Inflation System
Episode 1291
CTIS is a new technology that quickly raises your tractor tire pressure for the road and lowers it when you're in the field. When we tried this - it helped our soil, saved fuel costs, and raised our yield.