Ag PhD Iron Talk

Ag PhD Iron Talk

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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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Ag PhD Iron Talk
  • 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.

  • Seeding Cover Crops | Ag PhD

    Episode 1318

    Darren Hefty talks about achieving an even cover crop stand.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Saddle Tanks | Ag PhD

    Episode 1312

    Darren Hefty explains the benefits of the new SideQuest saddle tanks from Demco.

  • 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.

  • Irrigation Technology | Ag PhD

    Episode 1310

    Darren Hefty talks about some new ways you can utilize your center pivot irrigation system.

  • 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.

  • Smart Spring Tillage | Ag PhD

    Episode 1308

    Darren Hefty talks about getting the most out of your spring tillage implement.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Planting in the Strip | Ag PhD

    Episode 1305

    Darren talks about the necessity of matching your planter to last fall's strip till.

  • Improve Spray Efficiency | Ag PhD

    Episode 1304

    Darren Hefty talks about steps you can take to spray your fields more efficiently.

  • 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.

  • Grain Moisture in Storage | Ag PhD

    Episode 1302

    Darren Hefty explains the importance of controlling the moisture and temperature of stored grain.

  • 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.

  • Tire Information | Ag PhD

    Episode 1300

    Darren Hefty explains what all those numbers mean on the side of your tractor tires.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Tramlines In Wheat | Ag PhD

    Episode 1296

    Darren Hefty explains the benefits of having tramlines in your wheat crop.