Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the yields are so delightful! Brian and Darren show why lower temperatures this winter can mean higher yields next year.

Brian and Darren discuss dealing with crop residue after harvest.

Ever see piles of corn among piles of snow? The Hefty brothers give you the kernels of truth about this clever storage solution.

Darren and Brian Hefty invite you to attend the 2025 Ag PhD Winter Workshops to learn more about soils, natural products, and how to raise better corn and soybeans.

Curves ahead? The Hefty brothers show you how they use terraces to transform tough terrain.

Learn why you sometimes see unharvested strips of corn left out in fields.

Curious about cows snacking in cornfields? The Hefty boys show why post-harvest is the perfect time for a bovine banquet.

Brian and Darren explain how a corn ear can "flex" to become longer or bigger around.

Farmers are increasingly using data-driven decisions to get nutrients where they're most needed. The Heftys explain the many advantages.

The Hefty brothers offer tips on how to stay safe when sharing the road with farm equipment.

Don't let the cold compromise your chemicals. Keep them winter-proof with these tips from Brian and Darren Hefty.

Can you use old pesticides that have been sitting around for a while? Brian and Darren discuss their experiences of using herbicides that have been on the shelf for years.

Record yields mean good record keeping. The Heftys explain why a bit of desk work can be as important as field work.

The Hefty brothers explain how farmers use different spray pressures and different nozzles when making spray applications.

Farming on tough terrain? Brian and Darren share some tips on turning rocky soil into fertile ground.

Brian and Darren explain why crop residue is sometimes removed from the field after harvest.

Every grain counts! The Hefty brothers explain how farmers measure and minimize what's left behind in their fields.

Brian and Darren discuss the causes of soil compaction, how it harms crops, and how it can be fixed or reduced.

Give yourself the autumn advantage. The Hefty brothers explain why farmers should tackle weeds before winter.

Brian and Darren explain why tillage can actually decrease organic matter levels in the soil.

Tiny or large? The Hefty brothers explain the dimensional science behind spraying.

The Hefty brothers explain why fields are sometimes sprayed with an aerial sprayer rather than a ground-based sprayer.

Leaf cuticles are a plant's first line of defense. The Heftys explain how weather changes impact them, and how to use that knowledge to your advantage.

Brian and Darren invite you to come to the Ag PhD Field Day on Thursday, July 25, 2024.