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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03:35Episode 1378
Removing Crop Residue | Ag PhD
Episode 1378
Brian and Darren explain why crop residue is sometimes removed from the field after harvest.
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03:16Episode 1377
Harvest Loss | Ag PhD
Episode 1377
Every grain counts! The Hefty brothers explain how farmers measure and minimize what's left behind in their fields.
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04:29Episode 1376
Soil Compaction | Ag PhD
Episode 1376
Brian and Darren discuss the causes of soil compaction, how it harms crops, and how it can be fixed or reduced.
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04:07Episode 1375
Kill Weeds in the Fall | Ag PhD
Episode 1375
Give yourself the autumn advantage. The Hefty brothers explain why farmers should tackle weeds before winter.
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03:36Episode 1374
Tillage and Organic Matter | Ag PhD
Episode 1374
Brian and Darren explain why tillage can actually decrease organic matter levels in the soil.
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03:48Episode 1373
Spray Droplet Size | Ag PhD
Episode 1373
Tiny or large? The Hefty brothers explain the dimensional science behind spraying.
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04:28Episode 1372
Aerial vs Ground Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1372
The Hefty brothers explain why fields are sometimes sprayed with an aerial sprayer rather than a ground-based sprayer.
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04:00Episode 1371
Studying Leaf Surfaces | Ag PhD
Episode 1371
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.
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02:33Episode 1370
2024 Ag PhD Field Day | Ag PhD
Episode 1370
Brian and Darren invite you to come to the Ag PhD Field Day on Thursday, July 25, 2024.
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03:39Episode 1369
The Green Bridge | Ag PhD
Episode 1369
The 'green bridge' is not a path you want to tread. The Hefty brothers explain how breaking this link can lead to healthier crops and higher yields.
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03:04Episode 1368
Day Length and Crop Growth | Ag PhD
Episode 1368
Brian and Darren discuss the difference that latitude can make when it comes to how many hours of sunlight your crop can get during the growing season.
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03:07Episode 1367
Longer Grass in Lawns and Pastures | Ag PhD
Episode 1367
A thick grass canopy can shade out weeds. The Hefty brothers remind you to raise your mower for a healthier lawn.
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04:21Episode 1366
How To Tell If A Weed Is Dead | Ag PhD
Episode 1366
The Hefty brothers explain how to tell if your herbicide application was successful in killing your target weeds.
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03:46Episode 1365
Ag PhD Field Day 2024 | Ag PhD
Episode 1365
Bring the family for a day at the Hefty Farm in Baltic, SD on July 25th, 2024.
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03:39Episode 1364
Soybean Growth and Development
Episode 1364
Brian and Darren explain the basics of how a soybean plant germinates and grows.
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02:31Episode 1363
Scouting & Scholarships 2024 | Ag PhD
Episode 1363
Brian and Darren invite budding agronomy students and farmers young and old, to a hands-on event at the Hefty Farm June 29, 2024.
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04:49Episode 1362
Insect Control in Lawns | Ag PhD
Episode 1362
Learn how to control insects in your lawn and around your home.
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04:33Episode 1361
Corn Growth Stages | Ag PhD
Episode 1361
Watching grass grow is more complex than you realize. Expert agronomists Brian and Darren Hefty explain all the stages of corn, from seed to stalk.
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02:49Episode 1360
Scouting and Scholarships | Ag PhD
Episode 1360
Brian and Darren invite college students and farmers to attend the Ag PhD Scouting and Scholarships event on Saturday, June 29, 2024.
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03:43Episode 1359
Tillering in Grass Crops | Ag PhD
Episode 1359
Why do some plants look "bushier" than others? Brian and Darren explain the pros and cons of when multiple stalks grow from one seed.
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02:58Episode 1358
Seed-to-Soil Contact | Ag PhD
Episode 1358
The Hefty brothers explain the importance of getting soil packed around seeds.
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03:34Episode 1357
Gibberellic Acid | Ag PhD
Episode 1357
Why does grass grow faster in warmer weather? The Heftys explain how this natural plant hormone can be used to regulate crop growth.
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03:12Episode 1356
Fertilizer Analysis | Ag PhD
Episode 1356
Learn what the numbers mean on fertilizer bags.
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03:30Episode 1355
Types of Root Systems | Ag PhD
Episode 1355
Brian and Darren dig into why knowing your roots below the surface, can help protect your profits above it.