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Ag PhD Ag Minute

Ag PhD Ag Minute

5 Seasons

A companion piece to Ag PhD, the Ag Minute is a weekly 60-second vignette designed to provide a quick burst of insight into how and why farmers do what they do.

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Ag PhD Ag Minute

Kill Weeds Like Farmers | Ag PhD

Episode 1371

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

Tar Spot in Corn | Ag PhD

Episode 1220

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

More Water Less Often | Ag PhD

Episode 1219

Your lawn would rather get a deep gulp than short sips. Expert agronomist Darren Hefty quenches your thirst for lawn care know-how, to help you water wisely.

Soybeans Under Stress | Ag PhD

Episode 1218

Darren Hefty talks about the various stresses that soybean plants endure during the growing season.

The Edge Effect | Ag PhD

Episode 1217

Letting sunshine in can give a farmer the edge. Darren Hefty illuminates this phenomenon in today's Ag Minute.

Youth in Agriculture | Ag PhD

Episode 1216

Find out how younger people are using their talents to find a place on the farm.

Unpredictable Planting | Ag PhD

Episode 1215

Early isn't always better: late might be good, it depends on the weather! Darren Hefty explains why.

Little Bugs Cause Big Problems | Ag PhD

Episode 1214

Darren Hefty explains how small bugs can be such a problem for farmers.

Why Grass Strips Are in Fields | Ag PhD

Episode 1213

Grass waterways are the natural way to save soil after a rain. Darren Hefty explains how these little patches can have a big impact.

Corn Emergence | Ag PhD

Episode 1212

Darren Hefty talks about the importance of getting seeds to emerge at the same time.

Cover Crop Control | Ag PhD

Episode 1211

If you ever wondered what farmers do with their fields between crops, Darren Hefty has got you covered.

Corn Planting Begins | Ag PhD

Episode 1210

Darren Hefty talks about some of the reasons that farmers start planting corn so early in the season.

Farmers Prepare for Everything | Ag PhD

Episode 1209

For farmers, a little foresight can go a long way. Darren Hefty explains how stocking up early pays off later.

Pheasants Like To Eat Corn Seeds | Ag PhD

Episode 1208

Darren Hefty explains how farmers can protect their corn seeds from pheasants.

Be a Farmer of Your Lawn | Ag PhD

Episode 1207

Agriculture expert Darren Hefty encourages you to think of the grass in your yard as a crop, and provides wisdom from the farm, to keep your summer weed-free.

Dandelions in Lawns | Ag PhD

Episode 1206

03/31/24 Ag Minute #1206

Frost After Planting | Ag PhD

Episode 1205

A late spring frost can hurt some crops more than others. Darren Hefty lays out the cold hard truth in today's Ag Minute.

Corn Seed Planting Depth | Ag PhD

Episode 1204

Darren Hefty explains why corn seeds must be planted at a very specific depth in the soil.

Corn Refuge Hybrids | Ag PhD

Episode 1203

There is more than one variety of corn plant in each field. Darren Hefty talks about the pesty reason farmers scatter different seeds on each cornfield.

Is It Too Early To Fertilize Your Lawn? | Ag PhD

Episode 1202

Darren Hefty talks about when to fertilize your lawn to get the most out of what you apply.

More Than One Crop | Ag PhD

Episode 1201

Why don't farmers plant just one type of crop? Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of diversification in farming in today's Ag Minute.

Seed Size | Ag PhD

Episode 1200

Darren Hefty explains how seed size can affect a plant's germination and growth in different conditions.

Cover Crop Lifespan | Ag PhD

Episode 1199

When should a cover crop be terminated? Darren Hefty helps you uncover the truth about these useful non-cash crops.

Early Planting | Ag PhD

Episode 1198

Find out why farmers often try to plant their crops as early as they can in the spring.