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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02:11Episode 1319
Fungicide Mistakes | Ag PhD
Episode 1319
Darren Hefty addresses the weather, the pH, and especially the speed of your ground rig to help you get the most out of your fungicide sprayings.
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02:21Episode 1318
Seeding Cover Crops | Ag PhD
Episode 1318
Darren Hefty talks about achieving an even cover crop stand.
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02:08Episode 1317
Late Season Nitrogen for Soybeans | Ag PhD
Episode 1317
Darren gives the calculations and the exact ways to add N to your soybeans once the crop gets big. Late nitrogen could be just what your beans need.
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01:58Episode 1316
Cleaning Out Poly Spray Tanks | Ag PhD
Episode 1316
Darren Hefty explains how to get all the residue out of your poly spray tank so you don't damage your next crop.
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02:21Episode 1315
The Modern Farm Shop | Ag PhD
Episode 1315
You spend so much time in your shop on the farm. Today Darren shows us everything the Heftys look for in their farm shops.
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02:07Episode 1314
Spray Boom Cleanout | Ag PhD
Episode 1314
Darren talks about two products from Pentair that can help you keep the ends of your spray boom clean and to avoid crop injury.
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02:12Episode 1313
Spraying and Air Inversions | Ag PhD
Episode 1313
Air inversions are a common weather phenomenon that prevents the normal upwards movement of gasses, which as Darren explains, that's a dangerous time to spray your crops. Learn how you can see, hear, and smell air inversions.
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01:51Episode 1312
Saddle Tanks | Ag PhD
Episode 1312
Darren Hefty explains the benefits of the new SideQuest saddle tanks from Demco.
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02:01Episode 1311
Spraying Your Own Crops | Ag PhD
Episode 1311
Darren Hefty has an eye-opening look at how much it really costs to hire an applicator to spray your farm.
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02:12Episode 1310
Irrigation Technology | Ag PhD
Episode 1310
Darren Hefty talks about some new ways you can utilize your center pivot irrigation system.
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02:15Episode 1309
A Lighter Planter in the Field | Ag PhD
Episode 1309
Planters seem to get bigger and heavier, which can effect your crops and soil. Today Darren talks about technology solutions that some manufacturers, like Fendt, incorporate into their machines to limit compaction, uneven seed depths, and pinch rows.
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02:01Episode 1308
Smart Spring Tillage | Ag PhD
Episode 1308
Darren Hefty talks about getting the most out of your spring tillage implement.
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02:12Episode 1307
Spray Tank Clean Out | Ag PhD
Episode 1307
Avoid possible crop injury and gunk - Darren Hefty says make sure everything that you poured into your tank is no longer there before your next run.
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02:06Episode 1306
Planter Prep Checklist | Ag PhD
Episode 1306
Darren Hefty goes over some important things to check on your planter before you start putting seed in the ground.
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02:11Episode 1305
Planting in the Strip | Ag PhD
Episode 1305
Darren talks about the necessity of matching your planter to last fall's strip till.
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01:47Episode 1304
Improve Spray Efficiency | Ag PhD
Episode 1304
Darren Hefty talks about steps you can take to spray your fields more efficiently.
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02:09Episode 1303
Inoculant Tips | Ag PhD
Episode 1303
Whether liquid or dry, on the seed or near the seed: inoculants are a useful tools on the farm. Darren helps you do it yourself.
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02:11Episode 1302
Grain Moisture in Storage | Ag PhD
Episode 1302
Darren Hefty explains the importance of controlling the moisture and temperature of stored grain.
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02:31Episode 1301
Replaceable Planter Parts | Ag PhD
Episode 1301
You should change planter opening discs when they become worn, even in the middle of the planting season says Darren.
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02:04Episode 1300
Tire Information | Ag PhD
Episode 1300
Darren Hefty explains what all those numbers mean on the side of your tractor tires.
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01:49Episode 1299
Field Cultivator Depth | Ag PhD
Episode 1299
Your spring tillage is so important in getting your seed off to a good start. Darren Hefty talks field cultivator tricks in this Iron Talk.
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01:55Episode 1298
Get Your Sprayer Ready | Ag PhD
Episode 1298
Darren Hefty explains why you may want to make your sprayer the first piece of equipment to get prepped for work this spring.
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01:54Episode 1297
Planting Innovations | Ag PhD
Episode 1297
What does it take to get your crop up and out of the ground faster than ever? Brian and Darren talk about their experiences with the Germinator Closing Wheel.
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01:57Episode 1296
Tramlines In Wheat | Ag PhD
Episode 1296
Darren Hefty explains the benefits of having tramlines in your wheat crop.