It's small but deadly to livestock, and hasn't been seen in the US since the 1960s. Darren Hefty explains how an international partnership is keeping it that way.

Darren explains why farmers continue to work in the fields late in the fall.

How can planting less actually give you more? Join agronomist Darren Hefty as he does the math.

Darren explains why you sometimes see the buildup of foam in rivers.

Kids aren't the only ones who love a snow day! Darren Hefty explains how the white stuff keeps winter wheat farmers warm.

Darren talks about the reason farmers sometimes apply compost to their fields.

Beware! A single pigweed plant can spawn a million seeds! But fear not — Darren Hefty reveals how farmers banish this wicked weed.

Darren Hefty explains why farmers often do tillage in the fall instead of waiting until spring.

Soybean farmers aim for gold, but sometimes get green. Darren Hefty explains why.

Learn how farmers can grow better crops with less fertilizer.

Darren Hefty talks about the importance balancing soil nutrients - not just N,P, and K, but also calcium and magnesium.

Corn can't wear earmuffs and mittens, so farmers have to plan ahead for frosty weather. Darren Hefty explains how.

Find out why a drought in the fall may not be a bad thing for farmers.

Three key factors determine when corn is ready. Darren Hefty explains how farmers know when to power up the combine.

Learn how farmers decide if they need to add fertilizer to their soils for their next crop.

As the season winds down, new threats can emerge. Darren Hefty explains why farmers stay vigilant for late season insects.

Darren Hefty explains how farmers can fix acidic soils and improve crops.

Can you ever get too much of a good thing? Darren Hefty explains the dark side of downpours, and how they affect crops.

Learn what organic matter is and how it benefits soil.

The price of a bountiful harvest is eternal vigilance. Darren Hefty explains how farmers stay one step ahead of weedy villains like pigweed all summer long.

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

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

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