Ag PhD Full Episodes
5 Seasons
Hosted by Brian and Darren Hefty, Ag PhD brings new information on how to improve crop health throughout the season, protect the environment, and produce more yields at harvest. New episodes weekly.
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Removing Crop Residue, High Rates of Boron, Herbicide Carryover Trials | Ag PhD
Episode 1378
Brian and Darren discuss why farmers sometimes remove corn residue from their fields. They also review what they learned from some herbicide and nutrient trials, where they applied a high rate of boron to corn, and high rates of Stinger and Callisto to simulate herbicide carryover in soybeans.
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Harvest Loss, Late Season Corn Scouting, Variable Rate Fertilizer | Ag PhD
Episode 1377
The Hefty brothers show how to count what the combine forgot, why the price of a great harvest is constant vigilance, and a more precise way to feed your crops. The Weed of the Week is volunteer trees, with an Iron Talk on a better way to spray.
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Soil Compaction, Drain Tile & The Environment, Soil Tests & Yield Data | Ag PhD
Episode 1376
Brian and Darren discuss the causes of and fixes for soil compaction, how tile drainage is good for the environment, and the benefits of matching your soil test data to your yield data.
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Kill Weeds in the Fall, Exploring Cover Crops, Soil Sampling Guidelines | Ag PhD
Episode 1375
There are so many benefits to spraying after harvest, then seeding a non-cash crop, and finding out your soil fertility in one-acre sections; the Hefty brothers explain how and why. The Weed of the Week is the big downy brome, and Iron Talk covers ways to add late-season crop nutrition.
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Tillage and Organic Matter, Wheat Fertility, Grain Bin Preparation | Ag PhD
Episode 1374
Brian and Darren discuss how tillage can deplete organic matter, how to ensure your wheat has the nutrients it needs throughout the season, and what steps to take to get your grain bins ready for harvest this fall.
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Spray Droplet Size, Wheat Burndown, Insects and Diseases in Soybeans | Ag PhD
Episode 1373
Does size matter when spraying? Which overlooked product is now best for burndowns? How do you protect your beans from late-summer plagues? The Hefty brothers have all these answers, plus white heath aster control, and tractor tune-up tips.
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Aerial vs Ground Application, How Drain Tile Works, Late-Season Corn Insects
Episode 1372
The Hefty brothers explain why farmers sometimes have their fields sprayed by a plane or helicopter instead of a ground rig. They also explain how drain tile works and what benefits it provides, and what insects you should look for in your corn fields later in the growing season.
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Studying Leaf Surfaces, The Value of a Root Pit, Late Weeds in Soybeans | Ag PhD
Episode 1371
The Hefty brothers examine leaf cuticles, dig useful holes in their crop, and eliminate those big weeds in beans. The Weed of the Week is the tall common mullein, and Iron Talk is all about combine header transport.
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2024 Field Day, Herbicide Residual, Soybean Fungicide Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1370
Brian and Darren invite you to attend the 2024 Ag PhD Field Day on July 25, 2024. They also discuss using residual herbicides and dealing with potential carryover, and how to get the best disease prevention in your soybean fields by using fungicides.
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The Green Bridge, Scouting Insects, Late-Season Nitrogen | Ag PhD
Episode 1369
Brian and Darren talk about why the green bridge might be a highway to harm, how to go on pest patrol in your fields, and ways to boost your N until the fall. This week's weed is the noxious jimsonweed and there's an Iron Talk on drop tubes for sprayers.
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Day Length & Crop Growth, Managing Alfalfa Between Cuttings, Corn Fungicides
Episode 1368
Find out how differences in day length in the north vs south can affect crop growth, what you could apply to your alfalfa crops between cuttings, and timings of fungicide applications in corn.
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Longer Grass in Lawns and Pastures, Help After Hail, Cobra Confidential | Ag PhD
Episode 1367
The Hefty brothers share the secrets to getting the best lawns and pastures, surprising research on hail's effect on yields, and getting the maximum impact from Cobra. This week's weed is wild sunflower, and Darren talks the latest tech trends in agriculture.
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How To Tell If A Weed Is Dead, Foliar Insecticides, Spraying In Adverse Weather
Episode 1366
Learn how to identify whether or not your herbicide application killed your weeds, what insecticide groups you could choose from when spraying for insects, and how to adjust your spray program when weather conditions aren't ideal.
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Ag PhD Field Day 2024, Flexstar Fundamentals, How to Best Use Liberty | Ag PhD
Episode 1365
Get ready for Ag PhD's annual Field Day this July. The Hefty brothers focus on Flexstar, and give lessons on Liberty. Plus the Weed of the Week is giant foxtail, and Darren breaks down the science behind air inversions and spray timings.
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Soybean Growth and Development, Plant Growth Hormones, In-Season Soil Testing
Episode 1364
Brian and Darren discuss the stages of soybean plant growth, how to make use of plant growth hormones in your crops, and why you should consider doing some in-season soil testing to improve your fertility when it comes to leachable nutrients like nitrogen, sulfur, and boron.
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Scouting & Scholarships 2024, Compaction Concerns, Taking a Stand Count | Ag PhD
Episode 1363
The Hefty brothers invite you to attend their annual one-day event for new and aspiring agronomists. Plus they talk all about soil compaction, and how to count your plants in your fields. Pennsylvania smartweed is the Weed of the Week, and Darren's got indoor tips for rainy days.
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Insect Control in Lawns, Surface Crusting, Pasture Management | Ag PhD
Episode 1362
The Hefty brothers discuss controlling insects in your lawn, how to deal with surface crusting in fields, and how to increase grass production in pastures.
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Corn Growth Stages, Satellite Imagery, Controlling Perennial Weeds | Ag PhD
Episode 1361
The Hefty brothers explain corn staging, getting the big picture with cutting-edge technology, and eliminating the worst weeds in your fields. Wild proso millet is the Weed of the Week, with an Iron Talk on sprayer tank upkeep.
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Scouting and Scholarships, Dicamba Use in Soybeans, Post-Emerge Corn Herbicides
Episode 1360
Brian and Darren invite college students to attend the 2024 Ag PhD Scouting and Scholarships event. They also discuss the use of dicamba in soybeans, as well as timing and products for post-emerge corn herbicides.
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Tillering Grasses, Increase Soybean Population, Breaking Yield Plateaus | Ag PhD
Episode 1359
The Heftys talk about a bushy phenomenon in crops, why you should plant soybeans the opposite way you do corn, and tricks to get higher yield numbers. The Weed of the Week is Amazon sprangletop, and we've got a greasy Iron Talk.
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Seed-to-Soil Contact, Insecticide Options, Soybean Seed Treatments | Ag PhD
Episode 1358
Brian and Darren explain the importance of getting soil packed tightly around seed when planting. They also discuss various insecticide products you could use besides pyrethroids, and what products you should include in your soybean seed treatment.
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Gibberellic Acid, Corn Leafing Out Underground, Dicamba Burndown | Ag PhD
Episode 1357
The Hefty brothers explain the science behind crop growth, why plants can fail to grow out of the soil, and how to spray your way to clean fields for planting. A smartweed is the Weed of the Week. And Iron Talk spotlights Morton Buildings.
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Fertilizer Analysis, Using High Rates of Herbicide Safely, Seed Planting Depth
Episode 1356
Brian and Darren explain what the numbers mean on fertilizer packaging. They also discuss how to use high rates of herbicide without damaging your crop, and how do decide how deep to plant your seed.
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Types of Root Systems, Spray Water Quality, Early Planting Conditions | Ag PhD
Episode 1355
Brian and Darren untangle the types of roots competing with crops. They explain why the quality of the water in your spray tank matters, and how to know the right time to plant. Windgrass is this week's weed, and Iron Talk introduces a new planter innovation.