Ag PhD Show Segments
5 Seasons
Each week on Ag PhD, Brian and Darren go in-depth into various agronomic topics, covering anything that could help your crops grow better.
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05:58Episode 1492How To Fix Sodic Soils | Ag PhD
Episode 1492
Having excessive sodium in your soils is a tough problem. Although it can take a long time to fix, it can be done. Brian and Darren share some ways to get sodic soil back into good production.
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06:49Episode 1492Fall Herbicide Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1492
The Hefty brothers discuss the advantages of applying your residual herbicides in late fall instead of in spring.
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07:11Episode 1491Base Saturation Calcium | Ag PhD
Episode 1491
Calcium builds strong bones, but what does it say about your soil? The Heftys share everything about balancing this essential building block.
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05:03Episode 1491Tariffs and Product Price Advice | Ag PhD
Episode 1491
Tariffs are more than just headlines - they can greatly affect your bottom line. The Hefty boys help you stay ahead of the curve.
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05:57Episode 1490Convintro And Empera | Ag PhD
Episode 1490
Brian and Darren are excited to talk about two new herbicides you could add to your weed control program for burndown and control of pigweeds.
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05:46Episode 1490Magnesium Base Saturation | Ag PhD
Episode 1490
The Hefty brothers discuss the importance of having the proper balance and base saturation levels of nutrients like magnesium in your soil.
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08:35Episode 1489Base Saturation K | Ag PhD
Episode 1489
Don't let one number call all the shots. The Hefty brothers explain how they achieve balance in their soils - and share how you can, too.
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03:59Episode 1489Strip-Till Benefits | Ag PhD
Episode 1489
Farming the "middle ground" is what the Heftys do. There's so much good they can get done with fertility, soils, and seedbeds in one pass every fall.
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06:11Episode 1488Zero Percent Finance Offers | Ag PhD
Episode 1488
The Hefty brothers discuss saving money on next season's crop inputs by taking advantage of zero percent financing this fall.
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07:26Episode 1488Fall Nitrogen Management | Ag PhD
Episode 1488
Brian and Darren discuss the importance of testing your soil before applying any more nitrogen this fall.
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06:06Episode 1487Cation Exchange Capacity
Episode 1487
Is your soil a nutrient vault, or a revolving door? Brian and Darren make light work of a heavy topic.
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07:28Episode 1487Corn Herbicide Price Reductions | Ag PhD
Episode 1487
Two of the best products in corn are up to 50% off for the 2027 season! The Heftys share how you can put these top weed killing pre's in your mix next year.
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08:12Episode 1486Fall Herbicide Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1486
Brian and Darren share tips and advice for getting the most out of fall-applied burndown and residual herbicides.
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05:56Episode 1486Soil Tests & Yield Data | Ag PhD
Episode 1486
Brian and Darren explain how combining your soil test data points to your yield points can help improve your fertility program and crop yield.
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08:11Episode 1485High Soil pH Can Be Fixed | Ag PhD
Episode 1485
There's a lot more to lowering pH than throwing sulfur at the problem. The Heftys help you find balance in your fields.
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05:34Episode 1485Cover Crop Termination | Ag PhD
Episode 1485
In September, good ol' farmers were planting radishes and rye, saying some day they will all have to die. The Heftys are here to help on that fateful day.
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05:08Episode 1484Fixing Saline Soil | Ag PhD
Episode 1484
Find out how to correct soils that have excess soluble salts.
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07:52Episode 1484Managing Soil Compaction | Ag PhD
Episode 1484
The Hefty brothers discuss some ways to reduce soil compaction.
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06:31Episode 1483Fixing Acid Soil | Ag PhD
Episode 1483
Blindly applying lime can create more problems than it solves. Join the Heftys as they break down how to test, interpret, and correct your soils the smart way.
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04:27Episode 1483Fall Fungicide Applications | Ag PhD
Episode 1483
Winter crops face more than cold and ice. Brian and Darren show how to help your wheat and alfalfa stand their ground with some autumn TLC.
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07:10Episode 1482Fall Manure Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1482
Brian and Darren offer some tips on getting the most out of manure applications in the fall.
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06:04Episode 1482Soil Test Precision | Ag PhD
Episode 1482
Learn about soil testing your fields using smaller sampling areas to optimize your fertility program.
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Winter Wheat Seed Treatments | Ag PhD
Don't let bugs, disease, and weather hurt your crop. Brian and Darren show how they give their wheat seed forty extra advantages from day one.
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07:57Episode 1481How To Pull a Soil Sample | Ag PhD
Episode 1481
Before you can manage your fertility, you have to measure it. The Heftys have the scoop on how to sample smarter.