Agronomy

Agronomy

How do you achieve better plant health and higher yields? Agronomy is the science of soil management and crop production, and these videos feature a wide array of topics that help protect and improve crops all throughout the season. If you want to build better crops, this is the place to start.

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  • Expanded TS201 Bioinsecticide | NewLeaf Symbiotics

    Through further trials, TS201 – NewLeaf’s revolutionary EPA-registered bioinsecticide – has demonstrated efficacy not only on corn rootworm but also a wide range of listed pests and crops. With its science-led, performance-driven and data-backed approach, TS201’s label has expanded for even more ...

  • Meeting the Demand for Rice | NewLeaf Symbiotics

    With 4 billion people worldwide depending on rice as a staple in their diet, the stakes are high for agriculture. NewLeaf’s Rice Technologies look at two very important pieces of the rice equation: increasing yield and reducing methane.

    Today, NewLeaf is testing these technologies in real, on-...

  • Mayweed Chamomile | Ag PhD

    The name sounds charming, but it smells like trouble. The Hefty boys spill the tea on how to control this pest in your wheat, corn, and beans.

  • Ag PhD Scouting & Scholarships, Dicamba in 2026, Pasture Herbicides | Ag PhD

    The Heftys help you spray your way to success this spring, with updated advice on dicamba, and on keeping pastures strictly for the cows. The Weed of the Week sure stinks, and Darren sets the record straight in Iron Talk.

  • Ag PhD Scouting & Scholarships | Ag PhD

    June 27th might be Brian and Darren's favorite day of 2026, when the Heftys help farming's future.

  • Dicamba in 2026 | Ag PhD

    Same product, new label. Brian and Darren explain the safest way to spray.

  • Pasture Herbicides | Ag PhD

    Don't let weeds graze on your pasture OR your patience! The Heftys share their favorite products for every situation between the fences.

  • Understanding Grass Waterways | Ag PhD

    There are times when a farmer just goes with the flow. Darren Hefty describes how Mother Nature helps protect his farm.

  • April 25, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    Progressive Ag, the top rated grain marketing firm for decades, outlines the most important ag market information this week, and how to market your grain given these developments.

  • Two More Inches Topsoil In One Year??? Here's The Data | Griggs Farms

    Ryan Winchester, Soil Survey Office Leader, visits Matt's farm to conduct some testing of long term cover cropped soil to compare it to conventionally tilled soil. Among other things, he is testing remediation of the fragipan, pore space, bulk density, and water infiltration rates. The results ...

  • Nitrogen Management | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers talk about the possibility of cutting your nitrogen expense in corn this year.

  • Killing Weeds Before You See Them | Ag PhD

    Weeds are like unwanted guests that will eat you out of house and home. Join Darren Hefty as he explains how farmers keep the pantry locked up!

  • "Rapid Growth Syndrome" | Ag PhD

    Yellow corn leaves can be explained with science, not myth. The Hefty brothers debunk "RGS" once and for all.

  • Planting in the Strip | Ag PhD

    Last fall's decisions are today's reality. Darren Hefty explains why if you plan well, you can plant well!

  • Corn Post Herbicides | Ag PhD

    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.

  • Fertilizer Bag Numbers, "Rapid Growth Syndrome," Corn Post Herbicides | Ag PhD

    This week, it's all about starting the season right. The Heftys help gardeners balance fertility by the numbers, debunk a farming myth, and play matchmaker with pre- and post- chemicals. Curly dock gets flattened as Weed of the Week, and Darren helps you measure twice and cut once in Iron Talk.

  • April 10, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    Are grain markets entering downtrends? Or is this just a mirage?
    See this week's Pro Ag "Ten MInute Marketer" which summarized the Ag Market News impacting prices.

  • Advantages of Liquid AMS | Precision Laboratories

    Tom Nissen, Account Manager, discusses the pros and cons to both liquid and dry forms of ammonium sulfate and how each fit into your spray operation.

  • Corn & Soybean Planting Depth | Ag PhD

    According to the Heftys, there's a perfect number for each crop. Exercise your depth perception this spring, with this comprehensive seeding guide.

  • Absinth Wormwood | Ag PhD

    Absinth does not make the heart grow fonder. The Hefty boys help you control this primary noxious weed.

  • Better Burndowns | Ag PhD

    Time for spring cleaning! From weather to water, product to pressure, the Heftys make sure you don't get lost in the weeds.

  • Burning Crop Residue, Corn & Soybean Planting Depth, Better Burndowns | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers cover deep questions and burning issues this week: residue management, getting seeds to their sweet spot, and hot tips on spring cleaning your field. The weed is the awful absinth wormwood, and Darren introduces an innovation that pulls double duty.

  • March 28, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    Progressive Ag's top rated analyst Ray Grabanski outlines this week's ag market news, with MIddle Eastern war supporting grains, especially new crop months. Is the bull market alive and well???

  • SeedZone IF In-Field Trial Part 2 | Precision Laboratories

    Unleash Peak Nutrient Performance with SeedZone IF, a nutrient management aid leading to healthier plants with more roots, stronger stalks, and overall higher yield potential. In this video, Dustin Griffin, Technical Product Manager discusses the 2025 SeedZone IF trials and positive results he is...