Fertility
Crops don’t grow well without ample plant food, and fertility is the biggest recurring expense on any farm. Finding the best and most cost-effective ways to meet the fertility needs of your crops will help them thrive all season long and build better yields at harvest.
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The Importance of Sulfur | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers discuss the need for sulfur and how to apply it.
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Soil pH and Lime | Ag PhD
Darren explains the basics of what lime, or calcium carbonate, does when applied to soil.
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Grain Bin Safety, The Importance of Sulfur, Planting Population | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss the importance of safety when working in and around grain bins. They also talk about sulfur and how to apply it, and when you should consider increasing or decreasing planting populations in corn and soybeans.
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How Plants Get Food | Ag PhD
Darren explains how plants get the nutrients they need.
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Making Fall Fertilizer Work | Ag PhD
Darren talks about getting the most out of your fall fertilizer application.
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The Importance of Iron | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers discuss the need for iron in crops as well as how to apply it.
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Drying Grain, The Importance of Iron, Prepaying for Crop Inputs | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren explain why grain needs to be at a certain moisture percentage for storage. They also discuss the need for iron in crops and how to apply it, and talk about the pros and cons of buying next year's crop inputs now.
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Banding vs Broadcasting Fertilizer, Phytophthora Root Rot, Manganese | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren talk about two different ways of applying fertilizer. They also discuss the best ways to fight phytophthora in soybeans, and how to test for and apply manganese.
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Manganese | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren talk about the importance of manganese for your crops, and how to test for and apply it.
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Banding vs Broadcasting Fertilizer | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers discuss two different methods of applying fertilizer.
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Reducing Soil Erosion, Future Soybean Traits, Boron Application | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss farming practices that help reduce soil erosion. They also talk about some exciting soybean traits that will be coming out over the next several years, and then share tips on applying boron to your fields and crops.
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Boron Application | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren share some advice on applying boron, a very important micronutrient.
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Harvest Loss, Think Zinc, Seed Germination Tests | Ag PhD
This week, the Heftys count every grain, load up on an important micronutrient, and get your seeds ready for April. The cows are glad we're talking whorled milkweed control. And we test drove some new concaves this harvest, Darren has all the details.
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Think Zinc | Ag PhD
You might not remember zinc, but your plants sure will! The Heftys teach you about the "element" of surprise and how to get the most of this important micronutrient.
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Turning Excess Minerals Into Salts, Copper, Seed Choice & Risk Reduction |Ag PhD
In this episode, Brian and Darren give the basics on getting rid of excess nutrients by converting them to salts. They also discuss the importance of copper for crops as well as methods of application, and things to consider when choosing seed for next planting season.
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Copper | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss the importance of copper for crops and soils, and review different application methods you could use.
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Turning Excess Minerals Into Salts | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren give a simple explanation of removing excess minerals from the soil by converting them to salts.
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Fall Fertilizer Application | Ag PhD
Darren explains why farmers apply certain nutrients in the fall and others in the spring.
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Managing Phosphorus | Ag PhD
With prices rising, every bit counts. The Hefty brothers help you keep your P where it belongs - feeding your crops.
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Breaking Down Residue | Ag PhD
The Heftys talk trash, and help you get a head start on spring cleaning in your fields.
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Lime Spreaders | Ag PhD
If it's time to lime, you need to have the right tool for the job. Darren has the details on applying calcium.
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SeedZone IF In-Field Trial Part 1 | Precision Laboratories
Unleash Peak Nutrient Performance with Seedzone IF, a nutrient management aid leading to healthier plants with more roots, stronger stalks, and overall increased yield potential. In this video, Dustin Griffin, Technical Product Manager for Precision Labs walk through a mid-season field check on a...
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Fall Nitrogen Management | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren discuss things to consider if you will be applying nitrogen this fall.
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Grain Shrink, Fall Nitrogen Management, Southern Rust in Corn | Ag PhD
The Hefty brothers discuss losing profit due to grain shrink. They also talk about factors to consider if you're planning on applying nitrogen this fall, and how to reduce southern rust in your corn.