Equipment & Tools
From the biggest combines to the smallest wrenches and parts, agriculture is full of specialized gear needed to keep everything rolling. And farmers have to know it all. Learn more here about the right tools for every job on the farm.
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Downed Corn and Ear Drop | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about causes of downed corn and using tillage to deal with the residue.
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Spray Nozzle Use and Maintenance | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty shares ideas on getting the most out of your spray nozzles.
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High Speed Tillage | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty points out what to look for in the latest tillers.
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3RIVE 3D Application System | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about the benefits of FMC's 3RIVE 3D insecticide application system.
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Tillage Prescriptions | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty explains the benefits of using tillage prescriptions and Case IH's Soil Command and AFS Connect.
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Handle Seed With Care | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty explains the importance of being careful when handling bulk soybean seed.
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Static Electricity & Seed Treatments
Iron Talk from Ag PhD Episode #1085 | Air Date 01/20/19 - Darren Hefty explains how to use static electricity to your advantage when applying dry seed treatments.
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Staying Charged on the Farm | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty points out the need to stay charged all year long. Now is the time for battery maintenance.
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Tram Lines In Wheat | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty explains the advantages of putting in tram lines when seeding your wheat crop.
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Varying Planting Population | Ag PhD
Darren and Brian Hefty explain why it may be wise to vary planting populations across the farm in corn and soybeans.
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Controlled Traffic in Fields | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty discuss how farmers drive on fields to minimize yield loss.
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Deep Fertilizer Placement | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about the reasons to place fertilizer deeper in the soil.
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Combine Automation | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty shows you the AFS Connect Harvest Command combine automation system from Case IH.
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What is a Lift Station? | Ag PhD
Brian and Darren Hefty explain what a lift station is and why farmers may choose to install one.
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Augers vs. Beltveyors | Ag PhD
For years, farmers have used augers to move their grain. Beltveyors are a newer option that may help keep your grain in better shape.
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Grain Bin Fan Controls | Ag PhD
See how to maintain grain quality and make harvest easier by installing grain bin fan controls.
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Spring Strip Tillage
Iron Talk from Ag PhD Episode #1108 | Air Date 06/30/19 - Darren Hefty talks about the challenges of a wet fall and a wet spring, and having to do strip-tillage in the spring.
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Tillage Depth Control | Ag PhD
How important is setting tillage depth correctly? Darren shares some information on tillage depth control.
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Sprayer Speed | Ag PhD
Are you going too fast when spraying crops? Darren explains why you may want to run a little slower when making crop protection applications.
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Soil Erosion | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about several practices that farmers use to minimize soil erosion.
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Apply Fungicides Successfully | Ag PhD
Darren talks about the importance of using proper spray nozzles, pressure, and volume when applying fungicides.
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Tractors and Semis | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty talks about the importance of safety when farmers are driving large trucks and tractors.
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Early Corn Harvest | Ag PhD
Darren Hefty explains why corn harvest is ahead of schedule this year.
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Tractor Air Conditioning | Ag PhD
Darren talks about maintaining your tractor's A/C so you can stay cool in the summer heat.