Crop Protection
Weeds choking out crops. Diseases devastating yields. Insects ravaging acres. Mother Nature doesn’t make it easy for farmers. Find out how to rid your fields of pests and preserve yield potential.
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Beck's Hybrids on FMC's Xyway® Brand Fungicides
Erich Hasler, ag system and agronomy specialist at Beck’s Hybrids, shares how Xyway® LFR® fungicide helps Beck’s Hybrid’s seed corn thrive from planting all the way through harvest. Listen in as Hasler describes how this game-changing fungicide is impacting day-to-day procedures and the advantage...
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Tillage Directions, Mid-Season Wheat Fungicides, Insects on Field Borders|Ag PhD
Brian and Darren talk worms, wheat fungicides, safely spraying with multiple inputs, tillage row directions, and shepherd's purse weed.
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Mid-Season Wheat Fungicides | Ag PhD
Applying fungicides at flag leaf could push your wheat yield well above expectations. With wheat prices up this year, Brian and Darren talk the importance of paying extra attention to this year's crop through the entire season.
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Insects on the Borders | Ag PhD
Cutworms, army worms and stalk borers are three insects you don't want to have in your fields. Brian and Darren Hefty tell us why focusing on your farm borders may be the the inexpensive trick to controlling these bugs that come from moths.
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Shepherd's Purse | Ag PhD
This winter annual broadleaf is easier to control if you start in the fall. Brian and Darren give you all you need to know about Shepherd's Purse in corn, soybeans, and wheat.
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How Much Fertilizer, Spray Water Quality, Liberty Herbicide Alternatives| Ag PhD
Learn about fertility needs of crops, what you can do if you can't get Liberty herbicide, and why you should test and treat your water before spraying.
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Bur Cucumber | Ag PhD
Learn about herbicide control options if you have bur cucumber in your fields.
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Spray Water Quality | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers talk about the importance of testing and treating your water before spraying fields.
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Liberty Herbicide Alternatives | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian discuss what herbicides you could use if you are unable to get Liberty.
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Volunteer Canola | Ag PhD
The canola you planted last season is now coming up in this year's corn and soybeans. Don't worry, Brian and Darren have the answers to control that unwanted canola.
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Post-Emerge Broadleaf Herbicides for Corn | Ag PhD
What inputs are the best to fight those tough weeds once your corn and broadleafs emerge? Brian and Darren give you all the options in today's changing chemical market.
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Weeds in No-Till Fields | Ag PhD
Darren talks about the challenges of controlling weeds in no-till fields.
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Common Burdock | Ag PhD
Learn how to control common burdock in shelterbelts, pastures, and crop ground.
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Incorporating Herbicides | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian talk about reasons to incorporate herbicides, and what tillage tools you could use.
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Texas Panicum | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss herbicide options you could use for controlling Texas panicum.
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The First Fungicides for Wheat | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers talk about products and rates to use when applying fungicides early in wheat.
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Leafy Spurge | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss the challenges that come with managing leafy spurge in the field.
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Improving Emergence in Cold Soils | Ag PhD
Learn how to overcome challenges when planting early in cold soils.
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Pasture Management | Ag PhD
Darren explains various ways that farmers can maximize grass growth in their pastures.
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Bromegrass | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss herbicides you could use to control bromegrass in your fields.
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Weed Control in Lawns | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren talk about products you could use for a weed-free lawn.
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In-Furrow Products for Corn | Ag PhD
Learn about various products you could apply in-furrow to have a great corn crop.
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Jump Start Your Pastures | Ag PhD
Learn how to get your pastures off to a great start with great weed control and fertility.
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Foxtail Barley | Ag PhD
Foxtail barley can be tough to get under control. Darren and Brian discuss some herbicides you could use on your farm.