In this episode of The Granary, Damian Mason moderates a round-table discussion with XtremeAg farmers about the impact of farm size on success, profitability, and lifestyle in modern agriculture. They explore the advantages and challenges of operating large-scale farms, including the need to offs...

Be sure to throw some extra inputs in with your seed next spring. Darren shares how the Heftys kick-start their corn season.

It's a friend to phosphorus and a micronutrient must-have. The Hefty brothers remind you to think zinc at plant and all through the year.

As the mercury plummets, the Hefty brothers find a reason to smile. Plus we learn about the zinc link, and how to save $$$ on chem. The Weed of the Week is a weed of the wheat, and Darren talks corn planting applications.

For years, we’ve known the benefits of molasses as a vital source of minerals and enzymes.

TEVA produces MMTS molasses mineral impregnated sugar to provide plants with long-lasting carbon energy. It’s processed under strict guidelines to ensure the highest enzyme, mineral and energy content and ...

Developed over 16 years of extensive research, C-CAT improves crop productivity, increasing overall plant growth, nutrient uptake and seed germination.

C-CAT is a semi-organic crop enhancer and soil stimulant made by extracting the fulvic acid out of humates. Designed to help today’s soils that ...

Brian and Darren discuss how long foliar applications last, vs soil-applied products.

The Hefty brothers discuss the importance of soil pH in relation to available iron in the soil.

Find out how farmers deal with crop residue after harvest. Then, Brian and Darren discuss the importance of soil pH in relation to iron. They also discuss the duration of effectiveness of foliar applications versus soil-applied products.

It slowly and silently rots corn plants from within. The Heftys have the step-by-step knowledge to dispatch this yield stealer.

Improving the health of your soil doesn't have to take a lifetime. Brian and Darren let you in on all the "dirty" secrets you'll need for faster soil success.

What's up with grain piles in winter? How do you treat a tricky disease in your corn? How do you build soil health from the ground down? The Hefty brothers answer these questions, plus have tips for tackling toothed spurge, and fall-fix-ups on your tractor.

In this video, we visit Wayne Boden of Boden Farms in Clinton, Missouri, as he shares his experience using NutriCharge over the past four years. Joined by Robb Dedman from AgroTech USA, Wayne discusses his approach to crop management and how NutriCharge has played a key role in improving nutrient...

In this video, Robb Dedman from AgroTech USA catches up with farmer Charlie Liger in Maryland to dive into the impressive results of using NutriCharge Release on his fields. With various treatments—from chicken litter to commercial fertilizer paired with NutriCharge Release—Charlie saw a remarkab...

Brian and Darren invite you to attend several workshops this winter to learn more about soils, natural products, as well as corn and soybean production. They also discuss products you could use in wheat besides herbicides and fungicides. Then, find out how to increase or decrease your soil magnes...

Magnesium is an important nutrient for crops, but too much magnesium in soil can be problematic. Brian and Darren discuss how to increase or decrease soil magnesium levels.

Does foliar feeding work? The answer is a solid yes — but you do need to follow best practices. For example, don’t foliar feed in hot midday temperatures when plant pores are closed. To maximize efficacy, foliar early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when pores are open and can absorb nut...

Many people in sustainable agriculture are using the Albrecht system: a soil fertility approach that emphasizes nutrient ratios. TEVA uses this system in developing its total fertility solutions. It’s important to understand the basics of it and know how to use it on your own.

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Don't get burned! Protect yourself while you protect your crops, says Darren Hefty.

It's a balancing act: Brian and Darren get you back on neutral ground with their expert advice.

In this episode, the Heftys save your hills from erosion, your soil from high pH, and your corn from disease. Plus, tips on a sneaky weed, and handling fall fertility with care.

The Hefty brothers discuss the importance of knowing the cation exchange capacity, or CEC, of your soils.

Darren talks about the reason farmers sometimes apply compost to their fields.

Brian and Darren explain why farmers sometimes leave unharvested strips of corn out in their fields. They also discuss working with neighbors, landlords, and the NRCS to accomplish drain tile projects. and then explain the importance of knowing the cation exchange capacity of your soils.