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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05:27Episode 1474Corn Rootworm Beetles | Ag PhD
Episode 1474
Find out why you should control corn rootworm beetles when you first see them, instead of waiting or not spraying at all.
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07:28Episode 1474Late-Season Soybean Weed Control | Ag PhD
Episode 1474
The Hefty brothers discuss some herbicide options you could use if you have weeds popping up later in the season in soybeans.
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06:24Episode 1473Satellite Imagery | Ag PhD
Episode 1473
Brian and Darren may disagree on some uses of satellite images, but both agree that it's valuable new technology that every farmer should utilize.
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06:56Episode 1473Corn Fungicide Timings | Ag PhD
Episode 1473
You might be surprised, but the Hefty brothers don't always put a fungicide on their corn. Learn why, and more of their smart farming here on Ag PhD.
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07:13Episode 1472Lodging and Greensnap in Corn | Ag PhD
Episode 1472
The Hefty brothers talk about having the right fertility and planting population to keep your corn standing tall.
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07:22Episode 1472Soybean Insect Control | Ag PhD
Episode 1472
Insects can be a big problem in soybeans this time of year. Brian and Darren discuss which products you could use and when.
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06:54Episode 1471Soybean Disease Control | Ag PhD
Episode 1471
Don't let your beans get sick on the farm. Brian and Darren share their favorite fungicides and timings, for everything from brown spot to white mold.
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06:49Episode 1471Plant Growth Regulators | Ag PhD
Episode 1471
It's precision agriculture at a molecular scale - and you can do it yourself! The Heftys introduce the future of natural farming.
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06:27Episode 1470Wheat Heading Fungicides | Ag PhD
Episode 1470
Brian and Darren discuss which fungicides to apply - and what not to apply - at heading in wheat.
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06:25Episode 1470Nutrient Deficiencies | Ag PhD
Episode 1470
The Hefty brothers discuss identification of nutrient deficiencies in corn and what you can do to fix the problem.
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05:30Episode 1469Hope After Hail | Ag PhD
Episode 1469
Years of university research has proven that a hailstorm could do more damage to your tractor than your crop! The Heftys are here to help once the ice melts.
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07:59Episode 1469Alfalfa Applications Between Cuttings | Ag PhD
Episode 1469
Management of a perennial crop is different from annuals. Brian and Darren discuss all the unique products and practices that will benefit your stand.
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06:07Episode 1468In-Season Soil Testing | Ag PhD
Episode 1468
Brian and Darren discuss the benefit of soil testing in-season - not only for nitrate, but for all nutrients.
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07:16Episode 1468Plant Growth Hormones | Ag PhD
Episode 1468
The Hefty brothers discuss various products you could use in your crops to increase - or in some cases, decrease - plant growth.
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03:34Episode 1467Post-Emerge Soybean Residuals | Ag PhD
Episode 1467
The Hefty brothers remind you there's a lot more than the Group 15s to kill the future weeds in your beans.
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08:00Episode 1467Spray Adjuvant Advice | Ag PhD
Episode 1467
It's more than just putting herbicide in the tank, say Brian and Darren. The Heftys help you understand all the auxiliary tank partners needed to spray the best way.
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06:10Episode 1466Protein in Wheat | Ag PhD
Episode 1466
Brian and Darren discuss applying nitrogen to your wheat crop to increase protein levels.
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05:37Episode 1466Spray Drones | Ag PhD
Episode 1466
Brian and Darren share their experiences and advice about using drones to make spray applications.
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06:24Episode 1465Dicamba in 2026 | Ag PhD
Episode 1465
Same product, new label. Brian and Darren explain the safest way to spray.
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06:28Episode 1465Pasture Herbicides | Ag PhD
Episode 1465
Don't let weeds graze on your pasture OR your patience! The Heftys share their favorite products for every situation between the fences.
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04:50Episode 1464Corn Rootworm Control | Ag PhD
Episode 1464
Brian and Darren talk about minimizing yield loss from corn rootworm this year.
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07:43Episode 1464Nitrogen Management | Ag PhD
Episode 1464
The Hefty brothers talk about the possibility of cutting your nitrogen expense in corn this year.
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06:56Episode 1463Corn Post Herbicides | Ag PhD
Episode 1463
The past doesn't always determine the future, but when it comes to herbicides, it definitely does. The Heftys show you how to get that crucial balance right.
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05:56Episode 1463"Rapid Growth Syndrome" | Ag PhD
Episode 1463
Yellow corn leaves can be explained with science, not myth. The Hefty brothers debunk "RGS" once and for all.