Ag PhD Show Segments
5 Seasons
Each week on Ag PhD, Brian and Darren go in-depth into various agronomic topics, covering anything that could help your crops grow better.
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05:54Episode 1388
Cation Exchange Capacity | Ag PhD
Episode 1388
The Hefty brothers discuss the importance of knowing the cation exchange capacity, or CEC, of your soils.
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07:57Episode 1388
Drain Tile Cooperation | Ag PhD
Episode 1388
Brian and Darren share tips on working with neighbors, landlords, and the NRCS on successfully completing drain tile projects.
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07:10Episode 1387
Fix Saline & Sodic Soil | Ag PhD
Episode 1387
They are two very different problems, but there's a way to bring your super-salty and high-sodium soils back to health. The Heftys have the prescription to make your ground better.
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07:26Episode 1387
Install Drain Tile Yourself | Ag PhD
Episode 1387
DIY drain tile? it's easier than you think, especially with experts Brian and Darren Hefty by your side.
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06:02Episode 1386
Calcium in Soil | Ag PhD
Episode 1386
Learn why calcium is such an important nutrient for your soil as well as your crops.
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07:35Episode 1386
Disease Control in Wheat | Ag PhD
Episode 1386
Brian and Darren discuss timings and products to spray to prevent disease in your wheat crop.
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08:24Episode 1385
Tile System Design | Ag PhD
Episode 1385
Get your drainage done right. Join Brian and Darren as they dive into the details of crafting the best drain tile plan for your farm.
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05:43Episode 1385
Fall Residual Herbicides | Ag PhD
Episode 1385
The best defense is sometimes the early one. The Hefty brothers show you how to get ahead of the game this fall.
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06:13Episode 1384
Herbicide Options in Wheat | Ag PhD
Episode 1384
Learn what pre-emerge and post-emerge herbicides you could use in your wheat crop.
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07:20Episode 1384
Phosphorus Application | Ag PhD
Episode 1384
Brian and Darren discuss phosphorus application - whether to use liquid or dry, as well as banding vs. broadcast application.
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07:19Episode 1383
Wheat Seeding Suggestions | Ag PhD
Episode 1383
It all starts with the seed. The Heftys help you unlock higher yields with these smart planting tips for wheat.
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07:24Episode 1383
Fall Nitrogen Management | Ag PhD
Episode 1383
On the Hefty Farm autumn always ends with N. Brian and Darren explain why and how to apply nitrogen before winter.
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05:54Episode 1382
Corn Planting Population Trials | Ag PhD
Episode 1382
Brian and Darren discuss the results of their corn population trials, from 10,000 plants per acre to 80.000 plants per acre.
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05:33Episode 1382
Soybean Nitrogen Trials | Ag PhD
Episode 1382
In another "crazy trial", Brian and Darren compared nodulation on soybeans with no nitrogen applied, as well as high rates of ammonium sulfate and urea.
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08:28Episode 1381
A Planting Depth Experiment | Ag PhD
Episode 1381
The Hefty Research Farm planted corn and beans at .5, 2, and 4 inches. Brian and Darren bring you the highs and lows of their latest "Crazy Trial."
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05:56Episode 1381
High Copper Amounts | Ag PhD
Episode 1381
The 'Crazy Trials' continue. This time Brian and Darren applied 32lbs of copper sulfate in their field! Find out what happened to their beans.
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05:33Episode 1380
High Rates of Manganese | Ag PhD
Episode 1380
Brian and Darren are back with yet another "crazy trial" - this time, it's a very high rate of manganese applied before soybeans.
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06:44Episode 1380
Dicamba Corn Trials | Ag PhD
Episode 1380
The Hefty brothers discuss another "crazy trial" that they did - this time, a normal rate vs. a double rate of dicamba on corn at stage V2.
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06:02Episode 1379
Applying Very High Rates of Potassium | Ag PhD
Episode 1379
They dropped nearly a ton of K on their corn, so you don't have to. The Hefty brothers' "crazy trials" of 2024 continue, with surprising results!
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07:34Episode 1379
2,4-D Burndown Safety | Ag PhD
Episode 1379
Don't gamble with what you put in front of your soybeans! Brian and Darren break down the odds after another "crazy trial."
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07:24Episode 1378
Herbicide Carryover Trials | Ag PhD
Episode 1378
Brian and Darren share what they learned from applying high and low rates of Stinger and Callisto before planting soybeans to demonstrate herbicide carryover.
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05:52Episode 1378
High Rates of Boron | Ag PhD
Episode 1378
The Hefty brothers discuss a trial they did on their farm where a high rate of dry boron was applied and incorporated before planting corn.
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07:30Episode 1377
Variable Rate Fertilizer | Ag PhD
Episode 1377
Every acre is different, so optimize your inputs. Not only will your crop appreciate it, but so will your pocketbook.
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06:23Episode 1377
Late Season Corn Scouting | Ag PhD
Episode 1377
Don't let your guard down when the finish line's in sight. Brian and Darren have got all the tips you need to make it down the home stretch and come out on top.