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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04:33Episode 1290
Herbicide Antagonism
Episode 1290
The Hefty brothers discuss potential problems when mixing broadleaf herbicides with grass herbicides.
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04:46Episode 1289
Copper Talk
Episode 1289
Copper is the disease nutrient and more. Brian & Darren tell you the Cu ppm you should have and a new ratio with phosphorus.
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06:08Episode 1289
Checking Grain Bins
Episode 1289
You have a lot income inside those bins, don't forget to keep an eye on the grain over the winter. Brian & Darren have several ideas to help keep your investment safe before you sell it.
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06:49Episode 1288
Dicamba and 2,4-D Effectiveness
Episode 1288
Find out how to get better weed control with dicamba and 2,4-D.
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05:49Episode 1288
Iron Management
Episode 1288
The Hefty brothers discuss the importance of having enough iron and other nutrients available for your crops.
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06:32Episode 1287
Your Crops Need Zinc
Episode 1287
Zn is the complicated micronutrient essential in every crop. Brian and Darren have the ratios and everything else you need to know to get the right amounts of zinc safely in your fields.
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07:20Episode 1287
The Pros & Cons of Prepay
Episode 1287
Why do some farmers buy their fertilizer, seed, and herbicides extra early? There is great benefit to this method, Brian and Darren walk you through the profit and pitfalls of the farm prepay procedure.
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06:13Episode 1286
Tar Spot in Corn
Episode 1286
The Hefty brothers talk about identification and control of tar spot, a serious fungal disease in corn.
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06:19Episode 1286
Boron Application
Episode 1286
Brian and Darren share tips on successfully applying boron to your crops.
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06:26Episode 1285
Stop Soybean Gall Midge
Episode 1285
Gall Midge is dropping yields in the Midwest. Even though there are no control options for the larvae, Brian and Darren offer their three unique options to help prevent this insect from munching on your bean stalks.
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06:32Episode 1285
The Facts on Phosphorus
Episode 1285
Phosphorus is a primary nutrient needed for all plants. However P can be confusing to calculate, Brian and Darren share their knowledge on this immobile input.
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08:34Episode 1283
Base Saturation: Potassium
Episode 1283
K is an unmovable nutrient that needs to be in balance with the other elements in your soil. When used at the optimum percentage, potassium can give you the best stalks, plant health, and yields.
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04:56Episode 1284
Variable Planting Population
Episode 1284
Brian and Darren discuss planting different populations across your corn, soybean, and wheat fields
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08:48Episode 1284
Fixing Sodic Soils
Episode 1284
Brian and Darren discuss the challenges of having too much sodium in your soils.
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05:06Episode 1283
Understanding Soil Compaction
Episode 1283
Compacted soil is sometimes hard to avoid. Brian and Darren tell us how to identify it and how to fix it.
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07:00Episode 1282
Drain Tile
Episode 1282
Brian and Darren discuss the many benefits of improving drainage in your fields.
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07:26Episode 1282
Magnesium Base Saturation
Episode 1282
Brian and Darren Hefty explain various issues you may have if you have too much magnesium in your soils.
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04:58Episode 1281
Base Saturation: Calcium
Episode 1281
Calcium may not be a major nutrient, but it's the most important one for building and maintaining your soil. Brian and Darren talk about getting your Ca in balance with K, Mg, H, and Na.
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06:41Episode 1281
Corn Rootworm Control
Episode 1281
There are 3 clear steps to help prevent and stop rootworm in your corn. Brian and Darren have seen a lot of this pest - find out what has worked on the Hefty Farm.
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06:11Episode 1280
Fall Herbicide Application
Episode 1280
Learn how applying herbicide after harvest can improve your weed control now and into next year.
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05:26Episode 1280
Fall Nitrogen Management
Episode 1280
Should you apply nitrogen in the fall? Brian and Darren Hefty share some tips on a successful nitrogen program.
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07:49Episode 1279
Strip-Till Suggestions
Episode 1279
Brian and Darren have a lot of experience with strip-till, they share their do's and don'ts with this perfect blend of no-till and conventional tillage.
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04:20Episode 1279
Cation Exchange Capacity
Episode 1279
Exactly how heavy or light is your soil? Getting CEC results in your soil test is necessary before you do many jobs on that field.