The Hefty brothers explain why farmers sometimes have their fields sprayed by a plane or helicopter instead of a ground rig. They also explain how drain tile works and what benefits it provides, and what insects you should look for in your corn fields later in the growing season.

Find out how to control hemp sesbania in corn, soybeans, and wheat.

Find out what corn insects you should look for later in the growing season.

The Hefty brothers explain why fields are sometimes sprayed with an aerial sprayer rather than a ground-based sprayer.

While you may be bothered by bugs, Darren Hefty explains why farmers sometimes like to see certain insects in their fields.

The Hefty brothers examine leaf cuticles, dig useful holes in their crop, and eliminate those big weeds in beans. The Weed of the Week is the tall common mullein, and Iron Talk is all about combine header transport.

Get to the finish line, weed-free! The Hefty brothers give you the inside scoop on all the products and techniques you'll need to win the biggest yields.

From prevention techniques to targeted treatment, Brian and Darren have all the secrets to tackling this seedy, sun-loving giant menace.

Leaf cuticles are a plant's first line of defense. The Heftys explain how weather changes impact them, and how to use that knowledge to your advantage.

Expert weed warrior Darren Hefty reveals his tips for ensuring dandelions stay gone, all summer long.

Darren Hefty talks about ways to prevent your crop protection products from drifting off-target.

Brian and Darren Hefty talk about identifying and controlling shattercane.

The Hefty brothers talk about using fungicides for disease prevention in soybeans.

Brian and Darren discuss the use of residual herbicides and how to deal with potential carryover.

Darren Hefty talks about the challenge of dealing with a disease in corn called "tar spot".

Brian and Darren invite you to attend the 2024 Ag PhD Field Day on July 25, 2024. They also discuss using residual herbicides and dealing with potential carryover, and how to get the best disease prevention in your soybean fields by using fungicides.

The brothers Hefty give you the formula for banishing this toxic trespasser from your corn, beans, and wheat.

Brian and Darren talk about why the green bridge might be a highway to harm, how to go on pest patrol in your fields, and ways to boost your N until the fall. This week's weed is the noxious jimsonweed and there's an Iron Talk on drop tubes for sprayers.

The 'green bridge' is not a path you want to tread. The Hefty brothers explain how breaking this link can lead to healthier crops and higher yields.

Gather 'round the campfire with master bug scouts Brian and Darren, as they help you earn your merit badge in mid-season insect identification and control.

Find out how differences in day length in the north vs south can affect crop growth, what you could apply to your alfalfa crops between cuttings, and timings of fungicide applications in corn.

Learn how to control Western salsify in pastures, ditches, and crops.

The Hefty brothers talk about when and what to spray to control disease in corn.

Brian and Darren discuss insect control and fertility applications between alfalfa cuttings.