Ag PhD Weed of the Week

Ag PhD Weed of the Week

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In these Weed of the Week segments taken from Ag PhD, Brian and Darren Hefty discuss hundreds of yield-robbing weeds and how to kill them out in your fields.

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Ag PhD Weed of the Week
  • Purple Loosestrife | Ag PhD

    Episode 1418

    Learn how to get purple loosestrife under control near lakes and other aquatic places.

  • Henbit | Ag PhD

    Episode 1417

    Some say it's pretty, but don't let this weed woo you. The Hefty brothers explain why timing is everything when eliminating this winter annual.

  • Wild Cucumber | Ag PhD

    Episode 1416

    Find out how to get rid of wild cucumber so it doesn't harm your trees.

  • Marestail | Ag PhD

    Episode 1415

    When it comes to this tough winter annual, there can be no horsing around. Rein it in with the Hefty brothers' tried-and-true tips.

  • Venice Mallow | Ag PhD

    Episode 1414

    The Hefty brothers share tips on controlling Venice mallow in corn, soybeans, and wheat.

  • Quackgrass | Ag PhD

    Episode 1413

    It may have a funny name, but this perennial could be the worst weed on the planet. Brian and Darren Hefty show you how to clearly identify it, but aren't exactly sure how to kill it!

  • Field Pennycress | Ag PhD

    Episode 1412

    Field pennycress can be a challenging winter annual to control. Brian and Darren share control methods and products you can use on your farm.

  • Eastern Black Nightshade | Ag PhD

    Episode 1411

    This weed used to literally stop soybean harvest on the Hefty Farm. Brian and Darren share how they learned to control this poisonous annual.

  • Field Sandbur | Ag PhD

    Episode 1410

    The Hefty brothers discuss identifying and controlling field sandbur.

  • Dandelion | Ag PhD

    Episode 1409

    They can be double trouble in your lawns and fields. Luckily, the Heftys say this common perennial is as simple to kill as it is to identify.

  • Palmer Amaranth | Ag PhD

    Episode 1408

    Palmer amaranth can be a tough weed, but there are herbicides you can use to stop it. Brian and Darren explain in this Weed of the Week segment.

  • Dame's Rocket | Ag PhD

    Episode 1407

    Pull it, mow it, burn it, spray it? The Hefty boys say it's not rocket science when it comes to dethroning this flowery weed.

  • Common Ragweed | Ag PhD

    Episode 1406

    Brian and Darren discuss some control options for common ragweed in soybeans, corn, and wheat.

  • Green Foxtail | Ag PhD

    Episode 1405

    Whether you call it pigeongrass or foxtail, can you identify and stop its spread? The Heftys help you with this annual grass in corn, wheat and beans.

  • Common Milkweed | Ag PhD

    Episode 1404

    Although milkweed is a desirable plant in many places, it is a weed in crop fields. Brian and Darren discuss controlling this plant in crops and pastures.

  • Volunteer Wheat | Ag PhD

    Episode 1403

    What do you do when the weed is wheat? The Heftys keep it short and sweet.

  • Russian Thistle | Ag PhD

    Episode 1402

    Brian and Darren discuss the challenge of controlling Russian thistle on the farm.

  • Prickly Lettuce | Ag PhD

    Episode 1401

    If you've got this prickly problem on your farm, the Heftys can help you find the right recipe to dress it down.

  • Giant Ragweed | Ag PhD

    Episode 1400

    Brian and Darren discuss some herbicides you could use to get rid of giant ragweed in corn, soybeans, and wheat.

  • White Clover | Ag PhD

    Episode 1399

    You might not feel so lucky if you find this stubborn weed. Brian and Darren tell you how to tackle the problematic perennial in lawns and fields.

  • Virginia Ground Cherry | Ag PhD

    Episode 1398

    Find out what herbicides you could use to control Virginia ground cherry on your farm.

  • Velvetleaf | Ag PhD

    Episode 1397

    From vexation to victory. Brian and Darren show you how methods have evolved to vanquish this tough annual.

  • Pineapple Weed | Ag PhD

    Episode 1396

    Brian and Darren discuss a few herbicide options to control pineapple weed around the farmyard and other areas.