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
  • Remote Tractor Control | Ag PhD

    Episode 1378

    Darren talks about a tool called RC Farm Arm that can assist you during harvest by being able to control in-cab tractor functions from outside the tractor.

  • Liquid Tender Trailers | Ag PhD

    Episode 1377

    Be the envy of every farmer with Demco's newest upgrade to the way you spray. Darren shows you the highlights.

  • Concaves and Combine Efficiency | Ag PhD

    Episode 1376

    Find out how Estes XPR 3 concaves can improve your grain quality and harvest efficiency.

  • Late Fertilizer Availability | Ag PhD

    Episode 1375

    No need for air support, Darren Hefty explains the many ways to get nutrition like potassium and nitrogen into your big crops without the expense.

  • Combine Header Maintenance | Ag PhD

    Episode 1374

    Darren talks about using the DISCruptor to work on Geringhoff Rota Discs.

  • Belt Maintenance | Ag PhD

    Episode 1373

    Keep your farm equipment fit and ready, with Darren's timely reminder on essential tractor maintenance.

  • Hydraulic Fluid Maintenance | Ag PhD

    Episode 1372

    Darren Hefty offers tips on taking care of your equipment's hydraulic system.

  • Combine Header Transport | Ag PhD

    Episode 1371

    Heading to harvest has never been faster or safer. Darren invites you to make the smart move with Demco's AWS Speed trailer.

  • Controlling Spray Drift | Ag PhD

    Episode 1370

    Darren Hefty talks about ways to prevent your crop protection products from drifting off-target.

  • Drop Tube Applications | Ag PhD

    Episode 1369

    Precision application tech is revolutionizing crop protection and nutrition. Darren Hefty explains how a simple but elegant solution can keep your crop growing.

  • Tank Mix Compatibility | Ag PhD

    Episode 1368

    Darren explains how to avoid problems in your spray tank when mixing two or more products.

  • Keep up With Technology | Ag PhD

    Episode 1367

    Satellite imagery is an affordable and useful tool to help you manage your fields. Darren Hefty says if you've got time to burn, you got time to learn.

  • Liquid Fertilizer Storage | Ag PhD

    Episode 1366

    Darren explains the advantages of having enough storage tanks for liquid fertilizer.

  • Avoid Spraying During Air Inversions | Ag PhD

    Episode 1365

    The safest weather conditions for spraying might surprise you. Darren Hefty clears it all up.

  • Prepare Your Planter For Storage | Ag PhD

    Episode 1364

    Darren Hefty offers some tips and advice to properly store your planter in the off-season.

  • Rainy Day Work | Ag PhD

    Episode 1363

    Mother Nature throwing you a curve ball? When there's a rain delay in the fields, Darren's list of indoor jobs will keep you warmed up in the bullpen.

  • Do Your Own Spraying | Ag PhD

    Episode 1362

    Darren Hefty breaks down the costs of having your fields sprayed and why you should consider doing it yourself.

  • Cleaning the Spray Tank | Ag PhD

    Episode 1361

    Spray it right, with a clean slate. Darren Hefty gives you his family's strategies to protect your crops and equipment.

  • Spray Product Injection Systems | Ag PhD

    Episode 1360

    Darren talks about the Dura Auto-Batch direct-injection system and how it can improve accuracy, safety, and efficiency when filling your sprayer.

  • Understanding Grease | Ag PhD

    Episode 1359

    Darren Hefty greases the wheels with this primer on keeping your planter running smoothly.

  • Mixing In-Furrow Products | Ag PhD

    Episode 1358

    Learn how a Dosatron can help you accurately mix your in-furrow products and avoid antagonism and other problems.

  • Farm Shop Buildings | Ag PhD

    Episode 1357

    Darren Hefty talks shop, with pro tips to help you design the farm shop of your dreams.

  • Cutting Quality Hay | Ag PhD

    Episode 1356

    Darren explains the importance of retaining hay quality and talks about Case IH WD5 Series windrowers.

  • Germinator Closing Wheel | Ag PhD

    Episode 1355

    They say "don't reinvent the wheel," but one farmer did just that, and it could improve your seed-to-soil contact. Darren tells you how.