Ag PhD Iron Talk
6 Seasons
Equipment technology is constantly evolving. In these Iron Talk segments taken from Ag PhD, Darren Hefty discusses the latest trends in equipment technology. If you’re looking for anything that has to do with tractors, combines, planters, tillage, trucks, and fleet management, including research and maintenance, these are the videos for you.
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02:05Episode 1411
Make Rain With Your Planter | Ag PhD
Episode 1411
Just planted seeds need water to grow. Darren Hefty shares some science to insure that they get more H2O than your neighbors.
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02:02Episode 1410
Dura Auto-Batch Direct Injection System | Ag PhD
Episode 1410
Darren talks about improving spray efficiency and product mixing by using the Dura Auto-Batch Direct Injection System.
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01:51Episode 1409
Is Your Planter Ready? | Ag PhD
Episode 1409
Spring is in the air, but is your equipment ready for the ground? Darren Hefty shares his tips for prepping your planters perfectly.
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02:14Episode 1408
Tillage and Pre-Emerge Herbicides | Ag PhD
Episode 1408
Darren talks about the advantages of incorporating your pre-emerge herbicides and what implement works the best.
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02:28Episode 1407
Getting Soil Data in the Spring | Ag PhD
Episode 1407
By probe or computer, Darren Hefty helps you find out what your field needs right now.
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02:30Episode 1406
Fall vs Spring Strip Tillage | Ag PhD
Episode 1406
Darren explains why you might want to do your strip tillage in the spring instead of the fall.
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02:06Episode 1405
Replace Parts as Needed | Ag PhD
Episode 1405
Spending a little extra today can make tomorrow a lot easier. Darren Hefty shows you that investing in quality planting equipment will always pay off.
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02:09Episode 1404
Off-Season Farm Shop Tips | Ag PhD
Episode 1404
Darren talks about getting the most out of your Morton Buildings farm shop in the off-season.
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02:28Episode 1403
A Warm and Safe Farm Shop | Ag PhD
Episode 1403
Is your farm shop ready for all seasons? Darren Hefty talks shop in today's Iron Talk.
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02:06Episode 1402
Daily Satellite Imagery | Ag PhD
Episode 1402
Darren talks about the uses and benefits of satellite imagery of your fields.
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02:13Episode 1401
Use All Your Software Data | Ag PhD
Episode 1401
Plow through data with ease, and reap the benefits for your crops. Darren Hefty shows how data management software can help you sow success.
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02:28Episode 1400
Central Tire Inflation System | Ag PhD
Episode 1400
Darren talks about the advantages of using an automatic tire pressure system on the tractor and the planter.
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01:50Episode 1399
2x2 Placement of Fertilizer | Ag PhD
Episode 1399
Don't overflow your furrow. Darren explains how the Heftys keep the fert off the seed.
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02:14Episode 1398
3RIVE 3D Application System | Ag PhD
Episode 1398
Darren explains the benefits of using FMC's 3RIVE 3D system for insecticide and fungicide application.
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01:40Episode 1397
Micronutrient Balance | Ag PhD
Episode 1397
A dash of boron, a sprinkle of manganese, a pinch of copper... It takes a bit of finesse to get it right, but Darren Hefty's got the recipe for soil success.
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01:46Episode 1396
Laser vs. GPS Tile Installation | Ag PhD
Episode 1396
Darren talks about the differences between using laser guidance when installing drainage tile, versus using GPS.