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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06:15Episode 1366
Foliar Insecticides | Ag PhD
Episode 1366
Brian and Darren discuss the different groups of insecticides you could choose from when spraying for insects in your crops.
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06:49Episode 1366
Spraying In Adverse Weather | Ag PhD
Episode 1366
Learn how to adjust your spray program when making applications in various weather conditions, like hot or cold temps and high or low humidity.
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07:43Episode 1365
How to Best Use Liberty | Ag PhD
Episode 1365
Protecting crops with glufosinate has never been more affordable or accessible. The Hefty boys give you expert advice, to make the most of Liberty.
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06:12Episode 1365
Flexstar Fundamentals | Ag PhD
Episode 1365
The Heftys are fans of fomesafen in their soybeans. They explain how to get the most out of this PPO.
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07:01Episode 1364
In-Season Soil Testing
Episode 1364
Find out how to maximize your fertility investment by soil testing in-crop for leachable nutrients like nitrogen, sulfur, and boron.
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05:15Episode 1364
Plant Growth Hormones | Ag PhD
Episode 1364
The Hefty brothers discuss the reasons why plant growth hormones are used; either to restrict or increase growth.
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06:11Episode 1363
Compaction Concerns | Ag PhD
Episode 1363
Feeling the pressure of soil compaction in your field? The Heftys provide a ton of advice on identifying and mitigating this pressing problem.
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08:39Episode 1363
Taking a Stand Count | Ag PhD
Episode 1363
Brian and Darren explain why the newest tool in your farm shop could be... the hula hoop?
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05:46Episode 1362
Surface Crusting | Ag PhD
Episode 1362
Find out what you can do to deal with and potentially solve the problem of soil crusting in your fields.
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07:00Episode 1362
Pasture Management | Ag PhD
Episode 1362
Learn how to increase grass production and maintain livestock health by using fertilizer and maintaining weeds in your pastures.
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06:59Episode 1361
Controlling Perennial Weeds | Ag PhD
Episode 1361
Perennial weeds don't have to be a perennial pain. Brian and Darren let you peek into their toolkit, including their #1 pick to permanently put down those persistent pests.
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05:44Episode 1361
Satellite Imagery | Ag PhD
Episode 1361
See your farm from a whole new angle. The Heftys share game-changing tech that will both give you the big picture and let you zoom in on profits.
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08:05Episode 1360
Post-Emerge Corn Herbicides | Ag PhD
Episode 1360
Brian and Darren discuss the timing of post-emerge corn herbicide applications, as well as what products you could use.
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06:30Episode 1360
Dicamba Use in Soybeans | Ag PhD
Episode 1360
The Hefty brothers discuss the use of dicamba and other products in soybeans for the 2024 season.
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05:29Episode 1359
Increase Soybean Populations | Ag PhD
Episode 1359
More seeds per row can help your profits grow. The Hefty brothers explain the benefits of planting more soybeans per acre in certain spots.
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07:45Episode 1359
Breaking Yield Plateaus | Ag PhD
Episode 1359
Hitting the yield wall? The Heftys give you the right tools to smash through it.
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06:07Episode 1358
Insecticide Options | Ag PhD
Episode 1358
If you've been looking for an insecticide that is not a pyrethroid, there are many others to choose from. Brian and Darren discuss various other insecticide groups that you could use in your crops.
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07:43Episode 1358
Soybean Seed Treatments | Ag PhD
Episode 1358
Brian and Darren discuss various product categories you should include in your soybean seed treatment.
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06:02Episode 1357
Dicamba Burndown | Ag PhD
Episode 1357
Need to get your field of weeds ready for your seeds? Brian and Darren have the hottest burndown tips, including a crucial one that many farmers miss.
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05:57Episode 1357
Corn Leafing Out Underground | Ag PhD
Episode 1357
Keep your corn and your profits from getting stuck in the soil. The Hefty brothers outline 10 factors to consider.
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05:43Episode 1356
Using High Rates of Herbicide Safely | Ag PhD
Episode 1356
Brian and Darren discuss keeping your crop safe from damage when increasing herbicide rates.
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06:33Episode 1356
Seed Planting Depth | Ag PhD
Episode 1356
The Hefty brothers discuss what depth you should plant your corn and soybean seed at.
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06:56Episode 1355
Spray Water Quality | Ag PhD
Episode 1355
The Hefty brothers take a deep dive into your spray tank water: what to put in and what to keep out.
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05:15Episode 1355
Early Planting Soil Conditions | Ag PhD
Episode 1355
How early should you plant? Do you check soil moisture, the temperature, or a calendar? The Heftys tell you exactly what they do.