Ag PhD Iron Talk
5 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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02:06Episode 1162
Nitrogen for Soybeans | Ag PhD
Episode 1162
Darren Hefty talks about the importance of having enough nitrogen for soybeans, and options for late-season application.
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02:05Episode 1161
Late Season Fertilizer Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1161
Darren Hefty discusses what you need to know about late-season fertilizer applications.
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01:55Episode 1160
Spray Tank Compatibility | Ag PhD
Episode 1160
Darren Hefty talks about the importance of testing crop protection products before adding them to your spray tank.
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01:58Episode 1159
Micronutrient Applications | Ag PhD
Episode 1159
For years, Brian and Darren Hefty have been discussing the importance of micronutrients. But how do you apply them?
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01:56Episode 1158
Preparing Your Planter For Storage | Ag PhD
Episode 1158
Darren dives into how to best prepare your planter for storage.
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01:44Episode 1157
Upgrade Your Sprayer Pump | Ag PhD
Episode 1157
On the farm, there are limited days you can spray. Prevent downtime on your farm by upgrading your sprayer's pump.
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01:58Episode 1155
Spray Tips for Fungicide | Ag PhD
Episode 1155
Is your sprayer properly setup for fungicide treatment? Darren Hefty talks about how to best prepare.
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01:50Episode 1154
Upgrade Your Field Cultivator Sweeps | Ag PhD
Episode 1154
Darren Hefty demonstrates the difference in wear between conventional field cultivator sweeps, and Case IH's Earth Metal sweeps.
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01:53Episode 1153
Applying Insecticide While Protecting Bees | Ag PhD
Episode 1153
Darren Hefty talks about what farmers can do to protect bees while spraying crop protection products.
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02:07Episode 1152
Minimize Spray Drift | Ag PhD
Episode 1152
Darren Hefty talks about the challenges of reducing spray drift, while maintaining effectiveness of your spray.
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01:55Episode 1151
Get Out of the Tractor! | Ag PhD
Episode 1151
Getting out of the tractor to check your crops in a big deal. Darren Hefty discusses what you should be looking for during this very important task.
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02:00Episode 1150
High Speed Disks | Ag PhD
Episode 1150
Darren Hefty talks about high-speed disks, and why he likes the Case IH Speed Tiller.
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01:41Episode 1149
Preventing Grain Spoilage in Storage | Ag PhD
Episode 1149
Darren Hefty talks about properly storing grain to avoid spoilage in the bin.
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01:41Episode 1148
Efficiency With Your Nurse Trailer | Ag PhD
Episode 1148
Darren Hefty discusses how to speed up the time in the field when spraying. It's upgrading your nurse trailer!
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01:42Episode 1147
Sprayer Speeds | Ag PhD
Episode 1147
Darren discusses the disadvantages of going too fast while spraying, and why slowing down in the field may improve your ROI.
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02:02Episode 1146
Applying Soybean Inoculants | Ag PhD
Episode 1146
Darren Hefty shares tips on properly applying soybean inoculants.
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01:48Episode 1145
The Benefits of Drop Tubes | Ag PhD
Episode 1145
Darren talks about making in-season applications with a drop tube system.
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01:42Episode 1144
Liquid Fertilizer Storage | Ag PhD
Episode 1144
Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of having proper on-farm storage for liquid products.
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02:05Episode 1143
Variable Rate Planting Population | Ag PhD
Episode 1143
Do farmers change the number of seeds they plant? Darren Hefty will give you the breakdown of how variable rate planting works.
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02:11Episode 1142
Should You Tile In-Crop? | Ag PhD
Episode 1142
Darren Hefty talks about adding drain tile in-season vs. after harvest.
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01:36Episode 1141
Grain Bin Fan Controls | Ag PhD
Episode 1141
Bin fan controls are a great investment to protect your stored grain and even prepare your soybeans for sale.
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01:39Episode 1140
Is Your Planter Causing Compaction? | Ag PhD
Episode 1140
Darren Hefty talks about the effect of compaction caused by your planter, and ways to reduce it.
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01:53Episode 1139
What Time Of Day Should You Spray? | Ag PhD
Episode 1139
Air inversions can be worse than spray drift. Darren Hefty explains how choosing the right time of day to spray can help keep your spray on target.
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02:02Episode 1138
2x2 Fertilizer Placement | Ag PhD
Episode 1138
Darren Hefty talks about placing fertilizer in a 2 x 2 placement when planting.