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Technology in agriculture is constantly expanding. With developments in advanced GPS systems, variable rate application, fleet management, data integration, automation, remote systems, and more, you won’t want to miss out on the latest developments.

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  • End the Green Bridge, Bin Fan Controls, Very Late Fungicide Sprayings | Ag PhD

    From pre-plant, to late season, and into your bins, the Heftys really help you get your best yields. Plus they help with a doggone weed, and Zach takes the sprayer for a spin in Iron Talk.

  • Bin Fan Controls | Ag PhD

    It's a small buy that can yield big results - and profits. Brian and Darren explain all the reasons why they've been fans of this technology.

  • Front vs Rear Boom Sprayers | Ag PhD

    Do you like keeping your eyes on the prize, or your cab out of the mist? Zach Hefty walks you through the trade-offs.

  • Spray Drone Answers | Ag PhD

    Zach Hefty answers some common questions about the spray drone that is used on the farm.

  • Satellite Imagery | Ag PhD

    Brian and Darren may disagree on some uses of satellite images, but both agree that it's valuable new technology that every farmer should utilize.

  • In-Season Soil Testing | Ag PhD

    Brian and Darren discuss the benefit of soil testing in-season - not only for nitrate, but for all nutrients.

  • Stand Counts, Protein in Wheat, Spray Drones | Ag PhD

    Find out how and why farmers "count the stand" shortly after planting. Brian and Darren discuss nitrogen application for more protein in your wheat, and share experiences and advice on making applications with spray drones.

  • Spray Drones | Ag PhD

    Brian and Darren share their experiences and advice about using drones to make spray applications.

  • Hefty's Testimonial on Auto-Batch™ Direct Injection System | Dura Products

    This episode explores how precision fluid handling, accurate batching, and efficient transfer systems can help operators reduce waste, improve application accuracy, and maximize productivity in the field.

    Featuring practical insights from real-world applications, this program highlights how mode...

  • Strip-Till with Dry and Liquid Fertilizer | Ag PhD

    There's a new piece of machinery that gives you the best of both worlds. The ETS SoilWarrior 4500 saves you time, money, and worry, with a much-needed innovation in fertility.

  • Soybean Seed Treatments | Ag PhD

    It's a modern innovation that gives your crop the best possible beginning. The Heftys explain what goes onto every high-performance seed, so it can hit the ground running.

  • The 2026 Ag PhD Field Day, Spring Strip-Till, Soybean Seed Treatments | Ag PhD

    The Heftys invite you to their farm this July; say it's better late than never on strip-tilling; and show why seeds are coated with so much. Broadleaf signalgrass is the Weed of the Week, and Darren spills the beans on tillage and The Three Pre's in Iron Talk.

  • All About Allelopathy, Improving Stalk Quality, Soybean Cyst Nematode | Ag PhD

    This week the Hefty brothers go underground to show plant's natural defenses, make the strongest stands, and help lower SCN across the country. The Weed of the Week is cattails, and Darren's got your spring sprayer tune-up.

  • Soybean Cyst Nematode | Ag PhD

    In the world of crops & robbers, SCN is public enemy number one. Brian and Darren share how to help stop the crime spree beneath your beans.

  • Spray Drones | Ag PhD

    Darren talks about the increased use of spray drones on farms.

  • Ag PhD Field Day 2026, Xyway Fungicide at Planting, Fertilizer Removal | Ag PhD

    This week it's all about innovation (and an invitation). Save July 30 for Ag PhD Field Day. The brothers share a new way to fight fungus in corn, and a modern solution to feeding your crops. This week's weed sounds pretty (but is pretty ugly), and an IT about the right tool for the till.

  • Fertilizer Removal | Ag PhD

    Crops, like kids, can eat a lot more than you think they will! The Hefty brothers help you restock your soil's nutrient pantry, so your next crop doesn't go hungry.

  • Match Soil Test Data to Yield Data | Ag PhD

    Brian and Darren discuss how to improve soils and fertility plans by matching your soil test data to your yield data.

  • In-Field Adjuvant Drone Testing with Zach Hefty | Precision Laboratories

  • Soil Lab Basics | Ag PhD

    A soil test is like a report card for your field - but not every laboratory grades the same way! Class is in session, as the Heftys help you interpret all the data and get your soil on the honor roll.

  • Lift Stations, Improve Pastures in the Fall, Soil Lab Basics | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers say it starts with the soil. So this week, they talk about how to keep your soil at the right moisture, your pasture soil ready for next spring, and how to read all those different soil tests! The weed is puncturevine, and later Darren talks combine header transport.

  • Getting the Edge in Strip-Till | Ag PhD

    The SoilWarrior Edge can place fertility exactly where you need it, create a perfect seedbed, AND even get Brian and Darren to agree! We talk strip-tillage innovations in today's Iron Talk.

  • Our Services | Kooima Ag

    We can assure proper fit-up of parts, test the metals to make sure they are the best for your application, and more!

    Contact us today - we would love to chat with you about your laser needs. Email us at [email protected] for quotes and information, or visit our website https://www.kooimaag....

  • NutriCharge Technology Maximizes Value to Farmers | AgroTech USA

    In this insightful video, Matt Thompson from Hefty Seed Company in South Dakota shares his firsthand experience using AgroTech USA’s NutriCharge® and NutriCharge PowerPlant® technology. He explains how this innovative nutrient additive is transforming phosphorus availability and nutrient uptake —...