Ag PhD Show Segments

Ag PhD Show Segments

4 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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Ag PhD Show Segments
  • Breaking Down Residue | Ag PhD

    Episode 1439

    The Heftys talk trash, and help you get a head start on spring cleaning in your fields.

  • Southern Rust In Corn | Ag PhD

    Episode 1438

    The Hefty brothers talk about reducing southern rust pressure in your corn fields.

  • Fall Nitrogen Management | Ag PhD

    Episode 1438

    Brian and Darren discuss things to consider if you will be applying nitrogen this fall.

  • Planning for XtendFlex Soybeans | Ag PhD

    Episode 1437

    Brian and Darren Hefty share their soybean herbicide program for 2026 without the ability to spray dicamba.

  • Base Saturation Calcium | Ag PhD

    Episode 1437

    A healthy harvest starts with calcium, but the right ratio of nutrients keeps it going. The Heftys explain how to get the right mix.

  • Zero Percent Finance Offers | Ag PhD

    Episode 1436

    The Hefty brothers talk about considerations when taking advantage of a zero percent finance offer for crop protection products.

  • Sodic Soils | Ag PhD

    Episode 1436

    Brian and Darren talk about the challenge of getting sodic soils repaired and back to being productive acres.

  • HPPD Resistance in Corn | Ag PhD

    Episode 1435

    If HPPDs have you frustrated lately, you're not alone. Expert agronomists Brian and Darren Hefty share their playbook for this growing problem.

  • Base Saturation Mg | Ag PhD

    Episode 1435

    Magnesium keeps you in green, but it's a delicate balancing act. The Hefty boys give you the percentage your soils need.

  • Fall Herbicide Application | Ag PhD

    Episode 1434

    Find out how to get great weed control next spring by applying herbicides this fall.

  • Potassium Base Saturation | Ag PhD

    Episode 1434

    The Hefty brothers talk about having enough potassium available for your crops when they need it.

  • Fall Perennial Weed Control | Ag PhD

    Episode 1433

    Tips and tricks from expert agronomists to kill those thistles permanently on your farm. It's more than the products, it's when you apply them, say Brian and Darren.

  • How to Fix High pH Soil | Ag PhD

    Episode 1433

    Here at Ag PhD we believe there IS hope for your high pH! Brian and Darren say balance is the key to solving this issue for good.

  • Manure Application | Ag PhD

    Episode 1432

    Brian and Darren discuss getting the most out of your manure applications this fall.

  • Fixing Low pH Soils | Ag PhD

    Episode 1432

    Learn about the causes of and solutions to low pH soil.

  • Improve Pastures in the Fall | Ag PhD

    Episode 1431

    Tuck your pasture in with a blanket of nutrients and a spritz of herbicide, and your cows will thank you next spring. The Heftys remind you that grass is a crop too.

  • Soil Lab Basics | Ag PhD

    Episode 1431

    A soil test is like a report card for your field - but not every laboratory grades the same way! Class is in session, as the Heftys help you interpret all the data and get your soil on the honor roll.

  • Fall Alfalfa Care | Ag PhD

    Episode 1430

    Learn what to do this fall to help your alfalfa survive the winter.

  • How To Pull Soil Samples | Ag PhD

    Episode 1430

    Brian and Darren offer tips to have a successful and accurate soil sampling and fertility program.

  • Desiccation Considerations | Ag PhD

    Episode 1429

    Why in the world would a farmer kill his crop before harvest? The Hefty brothers share the products and timings used for this deadly process.

  • Winter Wheat Seed Treatments | Ag PhD

    Episode 1429

    There's never been a better time to get your cereal crop off to a great start! The Heftys discuss all the new options in insecticides, fungicides, and naturals.

  • Grain Bin Preparation | Ag PhD

    Episode 1428

    The Hefty brothers talk about steps to take to get your bins ready so they're ready for grain this harvest season.

  • Pre-Emerge Wheat Herbicides | Ag PhD

    Episode 1428

    Brian and Darren discuss the importance of using pre-emerge herbicides in wheat.

  • Soil Fertility Management | Ag PhD

    Episode 1427

    Tech has vastly improved how we fertilize our fields. The Heftys share their new fertility playbook.