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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Harvesting Lower Nodes of Soybeans | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about the challenges of harvesting soybeans that are low on the stem, and could be missed if your planter caused berms along the rows.
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Making Fall Fertilizer Work | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about choosing the right products and using the right tools for a successful fall fertilizer program.
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Purple Deadnettle | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers talk about identification of and control methods for purple deadnettle.
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Seeding A Cover Crop | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of successfully seeding a cover crop.
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Crabgrass | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers share tips on controlling crabgrass in lawns and crop fields.
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Late-Season Insects in Corn | Ag PhD
Brian & Darren talk about late-season corn insects and spider mites.
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Fenceline Management | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers explain why there are sometimes fences between fields, and how they may choose to control weeds along them.
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Kudzu | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty talk about ways to control kudzu, an invasive weed.
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Yield Monitors and Yield Maps | Ag PhD
Yield monitors and yield maps are invaluable in modern farming. The Hefty brothers explain how farmers utilize this technology to constantly improve their crops.
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Spray Drift and Volatility | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian explain the difference between spray drift and volatility, and how farmers can avoid problems when making spray applications.
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Spread Residue Evenly | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty explains the importance of evenly spreading crop residue in your fields.
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Compass Plant | Ag PhD
On the farm, any plant that's out of place is considered a weed. The Hefty brothers offer control options you can consider if you have compass plant in the wrong place on your farm.
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How Farmers Reduce Erosion | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian Hefty discuss various farming practices that can reduce soil erosion in crop fields.
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Corn Traits for Insect Control | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss options for above-ground insect control in corn.
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Bull Thistle | Ag PhD
It is very important to control thistles around the farm, especially in pastures. The Hefty brothers discuss options for controlling bull thistle.
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Freeze-Thaw Effect | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers explain how the freeze-thaw effect in colder climates can benefit farmers.
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Nitrogen Stabilizers | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty explain how farmers protect water quality and their fertilizer investment by using nitrogen stabilizers to keep nitrogen in their fields and out of the water supply.
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Deep Fertilizer Placement | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of placing your fertilizer deeper in the soil, rather than broadcasting it.
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Planter Compaction | Ag PhD
Is your planter causing soil compaction? Darren Hefty offers tips on how to reduce compaction caused by your planter.
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Volunteer Soybeans | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian Hefty discuss control options if you have volunteer soybeans in corn and other crops.
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Applying Inoculants | Ag PhD
Darren goes over the various methods of applying inoculants to soybean seed.
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Broadcast vs. Banding | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers explain two common methods of applying fertilizer and crop protection products to fields.
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Dandelions and Lawn Weed Control | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about spring weed control in lawns.
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Jointed Goatgrass | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian discuss control options if you have jointed goatgrass in wheat fields and other crops.