Sprouting seeds have nutrient needs, but in-furrow fertility is fiddly. The Hefty boys help you with all your spring soil, seed, and salt concerns.

Early to field, increases the yield. Agronomist Darren Hefty tells you what wise farmers look for before they start planting.

This video is Part 1 of a three part series and Matt covers how to understand the guaranteed analysis of fertilizer sold in stores, the different products that these fertilizers contain, the differences between synthetic and organic fertilizers, and shows buyers how to determine what the best val...

In today’s low-margin farming environment, efficiency is everything. From maximizing nutrient availability to reducing inputs while increasing yields, growers are under pressure to do more with less. That’s where startups like NewFields Ag come in. This innovative company is tackling the challeng...

Class is in session, as the Heftys give lessons on the water beneath your feet, the chemistry in your sprayer, and the best way to get a head start on your beans. Plus wheat is a weed this week, and Darren shows us around the Hefty Morton farm shop.

Itchin' to get those beans in the field? The Heftys share what you need to know to get sowing sooner.

Confused by the complex chemistry in your tanks? Expert agronomists Brian and Darren Hefty have done the math to help you make sense of it all.

Water is life, except when there's just too much of it. Tap into the Hefty brothers' well of knowledge on hidden H2O.

The Agriculture industry has long relied on synthetic fertilizers, chemical inputs, and over-applied fertility—not by choice, but by necessity. Now, with biologicals, bio-nutrients, and precision application technology, farmers have better alternatives. Colton Moon, president of Redox BioNutrient...

Is there a magic moment when a farmer finally feels like they’ve got it all figured out? In this episode of The Granary, Damian Mason, Matt Miles, Chad Henderson from XtremeAg, and Tommy Roach from Nachurs tackle the age-old question: When does confidence replace that “Oh crap, what have I gotten...

In this episode of The Granary, the conversation at the table gets real about one of the biggest dilemmas in farming—should your fields be pretty or profitable?

Damian Mason is joined by XtremeAg’s Matt Miles, Temple Rhodes, and Chad Henderson, and Tommy Roach from Nachurs to break down why the...

What Will Your Farm Look Like in 30 Years? (Hint: It’s Not What You Think!). In this episode of The Granary, we dig into the future of farming. Will the next generation still be planting corn and soybeans, or will climate, water availability, and market demands push farmers toward unexpected crop...

In this episode of The Granary, XtremeAg’s Matt Miles, Chad Henderson, and Temple Rhodes ask the big question—are they extreme, or just your average (high-octane, risk-loving, sleep-deprived) farmers? They dive into what it takes to thrive in agriculture, from making bold decisions to managing st...

Neal Kinsey, leading authority on soils and fertility is coming to South Dakota. Join us for a 3-day seminar with Neal on the Hefty Farm this February.

Growing tropical fruit in South Dakota? That'd be bananas! Darren Hefty outlines the three factors influencing crop choice.

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

Waging a weed war without dicamba? Brian and Darren have you covered with their extensive guide to soybean strategies.

Ready for some new ideas? The Hefty brothers invite you to learn soils from a world expert, teach you about insecticide chemistry, and alternatives in soybean weed management. Plus, the Weed of the Week is prickly lettuce, with an Iron Talk on using your computer.

The Koralin incorporates front discs to open the soil and Delta-Cut shares to ensure a uniform shallow cut across the full width of the machine. This contour-following hybrid cultivator can be set to work at depths of 1" - 5" depths.

Step into The Granary for a no-holds-barred conversation with farmers as they reveal the wild ride of farming’s evolution. From the “What were we thinking?!” moments of flinging fertilizer like it was going out of style, to today’s tech-filled tractors with massage seats, they’re dishing on every...

Is agriculture ready to pivot from maximizing yields to prioritizing nutrient-rich, health-focused food production? Join Damian in a thought-provoking discussion with Iowa farmer and Ag entrepreneur Kelly Garrett and Ag venture capitalist Carter Williams. Explore the future of farming as surpluse...

Is farming a game of luck or skill? In this lively roundtable, Damian Mason, Matt Miles, Tommy Roach, and Temple Rhodes dive into the ultimate farming showdown: Nature versus Nurture. From unpredictable weather tantrums to the art of coaxing a crop back from the brink of disaster, these seasoned ...

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.

Don't overflow your furrow. Darren explains how the Heftys keep the fert off the seed.