Ag PhD Farm Basics
5 Seasons
In these Farm Basics segments taken from Ag PhD, Brian and Darren Hefty present on-farm topics to a non-farming audience, peeling back the curtain with down-to-earth explanations that help viewers achieve a better understanding of the truth of agriculture.
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04:06Episode 1186
Liquid vs. Dry Fertilizer | Ag PhD
Episode 1186
Darren and Brian Hefty talk about the reasons why a farmer may choose to use a liquid vs. dry formulation of a fertilizer or plant nutrient.
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02:13Episode 1185
Ag PhD Young Farmers Field Day
Episode 1185
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss the Ag PhD Young Farmers Field Day, happening later in 2021.
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03:24Episode 1184
2021 Ag PhD Winter Workshops
Episode 1184
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss the upcoming 2021 Ag PhD Winter Workshops.
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03:23Episode 1183
Seed Germination Test | Ag PhD
Episode 1183
The Hefty brothers explain two different germination tests that farmers may look at when deciding which seeds to plant and when to plant them.
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03:11Episode 1182
Broadcast vs. Banding | Ag PhD
Episode 1182
The Hefty brothers explain two common methods of applying fertilizer and crop protection products to fields.
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03:32Episode 1181
Freeze-Thaw Effect | Ag PhD
Episode 1181
The Hefty brothers explain how the freeze-thaw effect in colder climates can benefit farmers.
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03:44Episode 1180
How Farmers Reduce Erosion | Ag PhD
Episode 1180
Darren and Brian Hefty discuss various farming practices that can reduce soil erosion in crop fields.
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02:52Episode 1179
Fenceline Management | Ag PhD
Episode 1179
The Hefty brothers explain why there are sometimes fences between fields, and how they may choose to control weeds along them.
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02:42Episode 1178
Controlled Traffic in Fields | Ag PhD
Episode 1178
Brian and Darren Hefty explain how farmers minimize soil compaction by controlling traffic patterns in fields.
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03:55Episode 1177
Plant Growth Hormones | Ag PhD
Episode 1177
The Hefty brothers talk about several plant growth hormones that farmers sometimes use, and one that you could also use in your lawn.
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04:27Episode 1176
Spray Drift and Volatility | Ag PhD
Episode 1176
Darren and Brian explain the difference between spray drift and volatility, and how farmers can avoid problems when making spray applications.
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04:07Episode 1175
Farming at Night | Ag PhD
Episode 1175
Darren and Brian Hefty explain why farmers sometimes work in their fields after dark, and how modern technology allows farmers to stay safe when working through the night.
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03:56Episode 1174
Chopping Corn Heads | Ag PhD
Episode 1174
Darren and Brian Hefty talk about the success they've had by using chopping corn heads to manage residue at harvest.
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03:02Episode 1173
Herbicide Modes of Action | Ag PhD
Episode 1173
Darren and Brian Hefty explain why farmers use different categories of herbicides, or "modes of action", when controlling weeds in crop fields.
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02:47Episode 1172
How Do Farmers Know When to Harvest? | Ag PhD
Episode 1172
The Hefty brothers discuss factors that influence a farmer's decision of when to harvest their crops.
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04:26Episode 1171
Why Do Farmers Rotate Crops? | Ag PhD
Episode 1171
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss the reasons why farmers alternate, or rotate, which crops they plant on their farm.
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02:34Episode 1170
Nitrogen Stabilizers | Ag PhD
Episode 1170
Brian and Darren Hefty explain how farmers protect water quality and their fertilizer investment by using nitrogen stabilizers to keep nitrogen in their fields and out of the water supply.
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03:18Episode 1169
Yield Monitors and Yield Maps | Ag PhD
Episode 1169
Yield monitors and yield maps are invaluable in modern farming. The Hefty brothers explain how farmers utilize this technology to constantly improve their crops.
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04:24Episode 1168
Grain Bin Safety | Ag PhD
Episode 1168
Brian and Darren Hefty talk about the risks of entering a grain bin, and safety measures you should take to avoid an accident.
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04:24Episode 1167
Nitrate and Water Quality | Ag PhD
Episode 1167
Darren and Brian Hefty explain how farmers keep fertilizer in their fields and out of the water supply.
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03:11Episode 1166
Ethanol - Food vs. Fuel | Ag PhD
Episode 1166
The Hefty brothers discuss how field corn is put to use for ethanol as well as animal feed.
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03:48Episode 1165
What Causes Foam in Rivers? | Ag PhD
Episode 1165
The Hefty brothers explain what causes foam in rivers.
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02:59Episode 1164
Riparian Areas | Ag PhD
Episode 1164
Darren and Brian Hefty talk about the importance of riparian areas around rivers and streams.
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03:14Episode 1163
Impact of Flooding on Soil | Ag PhD
Episode 1163
The Hefty brothers talk about how flooding impacts soil.