Ag PhD Iron Talk

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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Ag PhD Iron Talk
  • Spray Trailer Automation | Ag PhD

    Episode 1474

    Do you wish you could speed up the sprayer filling process? Darren talks about spray trailer automation with equipment from Demco and Dura Products.

  • Best Hours for Spraying | Ag PhD

    Episode 1473

    There's only a couple of really good "spray days" on each farm every season. Darren Hefty has advice for spraying on the other couple hundred days!

  • Insect Control Tips | Ag PhD

    Episode 1472

    Darren shares advice on getting the most out of your insecticide applications.

  • Spraying the Farmyard | Ag PhD

    Episode 1471

    Your big sprayer can't fit on your farmyard. Good thing Demco Pro Series can. Join Darren as he takes one for a quick spin.

  • Tips For Successful Tankmixing | Ag PhD

    Episode 1470

    Darren offers advice to avoid issues when mixing multiple products in your spray tank.

  • Spray Nozzle Reminders | Ag PhD

    Episode 1469

    Darren has spray tips for your spray tips! Before you put miles on it this season, be mindful of these four areas that can really help your sprayer's performance.

  • Keeping Spray On Target | Ag PhD

    Episode 1468

    Darren goes over some steps to take to keep your application on target and to avoid spray drift.

  • Planting Report Card | Ag PhD

    Episode 1467

    Spring "exams" are over - did your planter make the grade? Darren helps you score your performance.

  • Sprayer Speed | Ag PhD

    Episode 1466

    Darren lists some benefits of keeping your sprayer speed a little slower.

  • Spray Records | Ag PhD

    Episode 1465

    Make every application one for the record books. Darren Hefty explains how to make sure you have the write stuff.

  • Keeping It Greasy | Ag PhD

    Episode 1464

    Darren explains the basics of grease.

  • Planting in the Strip | Ag PhD

    Episode 1463

    Last fall's decisions are today's reality. Darren Hefty explains why if you plan well, you can plant well!

  • Depth of Residue Managers | Ag PhD

    Episode 1462

    Darren talks about the importance of running your planter's residue managers at the proper depth in different tillage systems.

  • Strip-Till with Dry and Liquid Fertilizer | Ag PhD

    Episode 1461

    There's a new piece of machinery that gives you the best of both worlds. The ETS SoilWarrior 4500 saves you time, money, and worry, with a much-needed innovation in fertility.

  • Mixing Herbicide and Fertilizer | Ag PhD

    Episode 1460

    Darren offers some tips for success if you want to apply herbicide and fertilizer at the same time.

  • Tilling in Soybean Herbicides | Ag PhD

    Episode 1459

    If you're not incorporating your Three Pre's, you're leaving some yield in the field. Darren shows how to get your soybeans off to the best start this spring.

  • Get Out of the Tractor | Ag PhD

    Episode 1458

    Darren encourages you to get out of the tractor when working in the field this spring to see how your tillage implement and planter are performing.

  • Spring Sprayer Success | Ag PhD

    Episode 1457

    Spring doesn't start with seeds, but with killing weeds. Darren shows how to prep the first machine to roll out of your shed.

  • Grain Moisture and Temperature for Storage | Ag PhD

    Episode 1456

    Darren talks about keeping grain in condition when the temperature and humidity rise in the spring and summer.

  • The Right Seal for Your Pump | Ag PhD

    Episode 1455

    Buy in bulk, then match the right pump for the right solution, says Darren Hefty. Viton seals are the key to managing safe and effective product handling on the farm.

  • Spray Drones | Ag PhD

    Episode 1454

    Darren talks about the increased use of spray drones on farms.

  • Field Cultivator Guidance | Ag PhD

    Episode 1453

    A great seedbed doesn't happen on its own. Darren spills the Hefty secrets on how to improve spring tillage.

  • Fall vs Spring Strip Tillage | Ag PhD

    Episode 1452

    Darren talks about the differences between doing strip-till in the fall and in the spring.

  • Tilling Pre-Emerge Herbicides | Ag PhD

    Episode 1451

    The right tillage tool makes your weed-killer count. Darren Hefty breaks down how to get your chemistry in the right place this spring.