Letting sunshine in can give a farmer the edge. Darren Hefty illuminates this phenomenon in today's Ag Minute.

The gardener's favorite flower might be a farmer's weed. Brian and Darren shed some light on how to handle this large-seeded annual broadleaf.

The Hefty brothers share the secrets to getting the best lawns and pastures, surprising research on hail's effect on yields, and getting the maximum impact from Cobra. This week's weed is wild sunflower, and Darren talks the latest tech trends in agriculture.

Hail destroys crops - or does it? Brian and Darren share the surprising research, and give tips on post-hail crop care.

The Hefty brothers give you insider tips on mastering Cobra, including an unexpected role on white mold suppression.

We mowed and chopped our wheat and rye cover crops to store for silage. Is wheatlage a word? That seems so odd. Plus an update (just a few days after the initial report) about avian influenza found in ground beef samples.

Welcome to another insightful episode of Agronomic Alchemy, brought to you by AgroTech USA, where we delve into the pivotal role of phosphorus in transforming agriculture in Alabama. Since our establishment in 2014, AgroTech USA has been at the forefront of pioneering innovative solutions for a m...

Welcome to Agronomic Alchemy Episode 003, brought to you by AgroTech USA

In this episode, we dive deep into the current shifts in commodity prices and explore what adjustments farmers should consider to navigate these changes efficiently. As global food systems face the challenge of sustainable ...

Avian influenza has been in the news in the U.S. since March and has been detected in some dairy cattle herds. How is it affecting our nation's public health and food supply? Don't be alarmed - watch and find out! Plus, we still had sorghum silage from August 2024 and the cows need fed!

Despite much of Nebraska getting drought relief this year, the Panhandle has not received the same moisture.

Consequently, producers are already irrigating before June.

Andy Groskopf grows corn and Great Northern beans near Scottsbluff, most of which is irrigated.

“Right now, there’s a lot of ...

Protecting crops with glufosinate has never been more affordable or accessible. The Hefty boys give you expert advice, to make the most of Liberty.

Early isn't always better: late might be good, it depends on the weather! Darren Hefty explains why.

The Heftys are fans of fomesafen in their soybeans. They explain how to get the most out of this PPO.

Outfox this week's weed with these sly tips from the Hefty Brothers.

Get ready for Ag PhD's annual Field Day this July. The Hefty brothers focus on Flexstar, and give lessons on Liberty. Plus the Weed of the Week is giant foxtail, and Darren breaks down the science behind air inversions and spray timings.

Welcome to the second episode of "Agronomic Alchemy," the podcast series by AgroTech USA, where we delve into the magical world of soil science, phosphorus, and agrotechnology!

🌱 Episode Overview:

In this episode, we're unpacking the mysteries of phosphorus in soil tests. Our experts discuss th...

Welcome to the first episode of Agronomic Alchemy, brought to you by AgroTech USA!

Since our inception in 2014, AgroTech USA has been at the forefront of agricultural innovation, focusing on sustainable production and responsible management of vital resources. Our mission is simple yet profound:...

Farming can be immensely rewarding, however, it promises no guarantees. The only promise farming holds is that it will always involve a struggle. Fueled by their passion and resilience, farmers try to stay one step ahead in order to overcome the everyday hardships of farming.

The XtremeAg Show i...

Field progress at Southeast Community College in Beatrice is up to the students.

As part of SCC's hands-on teaching methods, students like Bret Baltensperger and Drew Niederklein are responsible for planting corn and soybeans for the school's farm in Gage County.

Learn more about the students'...

Big companies have gotten bigger in Agriculture, generally by acquiring, or merging with, other companies. Consolidation in the Business of Agriculture has been going on for decades and it’s likely to continue. The question is: Who benefits from consolidation in the Agriculture industry? Damian M...

The double-edged sword has struck many producers in Nebraska this year.

With a wet start to the spring, producers are grateful for the rain but the moisture has significantly delayed planting progress across the state.

Jeremy Svitak of Howells, Nebraska, said spring fieldwork got started in Feb...

Outsmart this summer annual lurking in the lower, wetter parts of crop fields, with Brian and Darren's expert tips on products and practices.

Brian and Darren explain why the newest tool in your farm shop could be... the hula hoop?

Grass waterways are the natural way to save soil after a rain. Darren Hefty explains how these little patches can have a big impact.