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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02:39Episode 1266
Late-Season Fertility | Ag PhD
Episode 1266
Darren talks about various ways to apply fertility later in the season.
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02:14Episode 1265
Nitrogen for Soybeans | Ag PhD
Episode 1265
Darren Hefty shares his calculations on nitrogen needs for soybeans. He'll tell you when, how, and why to apply N to get the highest yielding crop.
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02:11Episode 1264
Prepare Your Planter For Storage | Ag PhD
Episode 1264
Darren Hefty goes over various things you can do before putting the planter away for the season.
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02:04Episode 1263
Tractor Air Conditioning | Ag PhD
Episode 1263
Darren Hefty gives his advice on how to stay cool in the cab during the hot Summer weather.
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02:09Episode 1262
Keeping Spray On Target | Ag PhD
Episode 1262
Darren talks about what you can do to ensure your spray lands and stays where it's supposed to.
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02:08Episode 1261
Fungicide Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1261
Darren Hefty talks about ways to set up your sprayer to get great coverage when applying fungicides.
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02:04Episode 1260
Adding Tile in Problem Areas | Ag PhD
Episode 1260
If you've got drain tile, but you still have parts of the field that is often too wet - Darren says you may need to narrow your tile spacings. Not only will you fix your wet spots, but you'll flush out salts, improve your pH, and help eliminate IDC.
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01:57Episode 1259
Spraying Without Hurting Bees | Ag PhD
Episode 1259
Learn how you can protect both your crop and bees when spraying.
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02:04Episode 1258
Combine Header Maintenance | Ag PhD
Episode 1258
Darren says it's never too early to make sure your combine is ready for the fall. A new product of the Hefty farm helps you work on the shaft and discs more quickly, safely, and simply. Learn about the DISCruptor in today's Iron Talk.
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01:59Episode 1257
Sprayer Preparation | Ag PhD
Episode 1257
Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of checking over your sprayer before heading out to the field.
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02:19Episode 1256
Spray Tank Compatibility | Ag PhD
Episode 1256
Can you put your herbicide, fungicide, and fertilizer all in your spray tank together? Darren talks jar tests and more in this week's Iron Talk.
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02:04Episode 1255
Rainy Day Jobs | Ag PhD
Episode 1255
Darren Hefty explains ways to use your time when weather prevents you from getting out into the fields.
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02:08Episode 1254
Micronutients at Planting | Ag PhD
Episode 1254
Darren tells why he's been running blended micronutrient products at planting on the farm for many years.
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02:10Episode 1253
Get Out of the Tractor | Ag PhD
Episode 1253
Learn how getting out of the tractor to check your planter or tillage performance can improve your crops.
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02:08Episode 1252
Data Management on the Farm | Ag PhD
Episode 1252
Darren explains the importance of managing all of your farm data.
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01:57Episode 1251
Sprayer Speed | Ag PhD
Episode 1251
Darren explains why you may want to slow down when spraying your crops.
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02:19Episode 1250
Spring Seedbed Preparation | Ag PhD
Episode 1250
Darren talks about using technology with your tillage tool to achieve a great seedbed.
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02:07Episode 1249
Grain Storage Tips | Ag PhD
Episode 1249
Darren talks about storing grain and avoiding spoilage in the bin.
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02:09Episode 1248
Inoculant Application Tips | Ag PhD
Episode 1248
Darren talks about the importance of properly applying liquid or dry inoculants to soybean seed.
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01:56Episode 1247
2x2 Fertilizer Placement | Ag PhD
Episode 1247
Darren Hefty explains the benefits of using a 2x2 fertilizer system.
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01:57Episode 1246
Spray Nozzle Checklist | Ag PhD
Episode 1246
In this week's Iron Talk, Darren Hefty gives you 4 ways to greatly improve your broadcast spray applications. Examining your spray nozzles is the first step to getting the perfect coverage.
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02:00Episode 1245
Missing The Strip | Ag PhD
Episode 1245
Darren Hefty talks about poor emergence and yield loss due to planting outside your strip-till zones.
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01:53Episode 1244
Spring Residue Solutions | Ag PhD
Episode 1244
You may have noticed a lot of residue on your fields this winter. Tillage and biological products could help with residue breakdown.
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02:02Episode 1243
Replaceable Parts | Ag PhD
Episode 1243
Darren Hefty explains why you may want to invest in replacing parts for long-term gain instead of short-term savings.