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.
-
Dry Bean and Field Pea Herbicides | Ag PhD
Dry beans and field peas can be a profitable crop to raise, but weed management is essential. Brian and Darren Hefty discuss the products available for managing your crops.
-
Corn Insecticide Options | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian Hefty talk about the importance of using insecticides at corn planting time, as well as product choices and application options.
-
What Are Water Treatments? | Ag PhD
What are water treatments, and how do they affect the effectiveness of your pesticides?
-
Multiple Modes of Action in Fungicides | Ag PhD
Learn why using multiple modes of action is important when spraying fungicides.
-
Less Common Soybean Diseases | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers discuss identification and possible control methods of several less-common diseases in soybeans.
-
Controlling Soybean Aphids | Ag PhD
Soybean aphids can really limit your yields. Brian and Darren discuss how to protect your soybean crop from this destructive pest.
-
Weed Control in Alfalfa and Lentils | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty talk about achieving great weed control in your alfalfa and lentil fields.
-
Foam in Rivers | Ag PhD
Why do you occasionally see foam in rivers and streams? Darren Hefty explains the science behind this phenomenon and whether you should be alarmed by foamy waters.
-
Tillage Depth | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian discuss the reasons that farmers till at various depths.
-
Spring Strip-Tillage | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty talk about doing strip-tillage in the spring, and what to consider vs. doing it in the fall.
-
Combination Herbicides (Pre-mixes) | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren talk about pre-mixes, or combination crop protection products.
-
Broadleaf Signalgrass | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers discuss identification and control of broadleaf signalgrass.
-
What Are Straight Good Herbicides? | Ag PhD
What are straight good herbicides? The Hefty brothers discuss.
-
Harvest Soybeans on Lower Nodes | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about getting the lowest soybeans on the plant into the combine.
-
Harvest Decisions | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty explains factors that farmers consider when deciding which fields to harvest first.
-
Milo & Grain Sorghum Herbicides | Ag PhD
Are you growing milo or grain sorghum this year? Brian and Darren discuss the herbicide options you have to manage weeds in these crops.
-
Preventing Sudden Death Syndrome & Soybean Cyst Nematode | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss how to prevent and manage sudden death syndrome and soybean cyst nematode.
-
Plants & Carbon Dioxide | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss the importance of plants in relation to carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
-
Sunflower Herbicides | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss what herbicide options farmers have when raising sunflowers.
-
Cation Exchange Capacity | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss the importance of testing for and understanding cation exchange capacity.
-
High Glyphosate Price | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers talk about altering your herbicide program due to higher glyphosate prices.
-
Reduce Soil Compaction | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss ways to reduce soil compaction in fields.
-
Herbicide Carryover | Ag PhD
Do you need to worry about herbicide carryover? In this segment, Brian and Darren Hefty will discuss what you need to know.
-
Burndown Herbicide Applications | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss options for burndown herbicides.