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The effects of Mother Nature are some of the most unpredictable parts of agriculture. Learn about the weather and climate, as well as how to mitigate the risks these forces bring.
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February 14, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Progressive Ag's top rated analyst Ray Grabanski explains why grains are rallying.
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February 07, 2026 Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Soybeans break $11.00 on speculation of Chinese buying, precious Metals try to tread water, and Cattle near their old all-time highs. Is there hope for other grains to follow the rally?
Progressive Ag's market analyst Bryce Grabanski discusses the implication of the market moves -
Very Cold Can Be Very Good | Ag PhD
Up north, bitter cold isn't an enemy - it's an ally! Darren Hefty reveals how a good freeze can help keep fields healthy.
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January 31, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Gold/silver collapse Friday - what impact will that have on Ag Commodities?
Progressive Ag's top rated market analyst Ray Grabanski surmises about the impact on grains, livestock, and energy prices. -
January 24, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Commodity Bull Markets are gaining steam; Even grains rallied this week. See why this matters in the big picture (Do grain fundamentals matter much???)
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Cold Weather is Good For Soil | Ag PhD
Darren explains how extreme cold temps can be beneficial for soil.
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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.
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Xyway Fungicide at Planting | Ag PhD
A little foam in the furrow can save tomorrow! The Heftys show you their favorite innovation in early fungicide application.
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January 17, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Progressive Ag's top rated analyst Ray Grabanski explains this week's market movements - and what it means for future market movements.
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January 10, 2026 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Weekly summary from trading expert Ray Grabanski of Progressive Ag
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December 27, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
The most important ag market news for the week of Dec. 27, 2025 from Progressive Ag
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Farmers Plan Ahead | Ag PhD
Darren talks about farmers and ag suppliers working together.
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Soybean Workshop, Improving Spray Coverage, Cation Exchange Capacity | Ag PhD
The Heftys invite you to learn everything about soybeans on Jan. 14, 2026. Plus they talk sprayers and heavy soils in depth. They show you how to ID and 86 the dreaded purple deadnettle, and Darren encourages a soft touch when it comes to your seeds.
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Seed Handling | Ag PhD
Heavy gear, but a gentle touch? From beltveyors to bin fans, Darren explains how to tune your machines for soft landings.
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Improving Spray Coverage | Ag PhD
From killing weeds to healing crops - sprayers are vital to every farm. The Hefty boys give their best advice on getting that spray perfect.
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Livestock in the Winter | Ag PhD
The evolution of the pig pen in today's Ag Minute with Darren Hefty.
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December 19, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Silver continues its torrid rally higher while grains flounder into separate directions, with corn/Mnpls wheat higher and soybeans/CBOT wheat lower.
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December 13, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
A weekly summary of the most important ag market news, in 10 minutes or less, from Ray Grabanski of top ranked Progressive Ag.
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November 29, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Pro Ag's Top rated market analyst Ray Grabanski highlights this weeks Ag Market movements;
Cattle and metals were sharply higher, leading to gains in grains as well. See this week's "Ten
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November 22, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Cattle tumble lower, and grains seem poised to rally.
Can you understand this week's market action? Progressive Ag's top rated
market analyst Ray Grabanski "clears the mud" for you in this weekly video series. -
November 16, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag
Can you read the market chaos, of tops in cattle/silver/gold, and the newly emerged grain bull market doused with a bearish USDA report Friday???
To translate the market chaos, see Progressive Ag's top ranked analyst Ray Grabanski's translation here. -
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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Seed Germination Tests | Ag PhD
Testing offers a preview, but not a promise. Brian and Darren provide a crash course to make sure your seeds are ready for their final exam next spring.
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Foamy Waters | Ag PhD
Foam happens. Darren breaks down the natural phenomenon behind this "soap opera."