Fertility

Fertility

Crops don’t grow well without ample plant food, and fertility is the biggest recurring expense on any farm. Finding the best and most cost-effective ways to meet the fertility needs of your crops will help them thrive all season long and build better yields at harvest.

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  • Dramatic Crop Improvements: Fertilizer Success at JCK Farms | AgroTech USA

    Join us as we visit JCK Farms in Maryland, where farmer Charlie Liger shares his experience using NutriCharge over the past two years.

    Discover the impressive results of NutriCharge's 3.2-ounce in-furrow application and the new NutriCharge release. Witness the dramatic differences in plant heal...

  • Harvest Loss, Late Season Corn Scouting, Variable Rate Fertilizer | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers show how to count what the combine forgot, why the price of a great harvest is constant vigilance, and a more precise way to feed your crops. The Weed of the Week is volunteer trees, with an Iron Talk on a better way to spray.

  • Variable Rate Fertilizer | Ag PhD

    Every acre is different, so optimize your inputs. Not only will your crop appreciate it, but so will your pocketbook.

  • Soil pH and Lime | Ag PhD

    Darren Hefty explains how farmers can fix acidic soils and improve crops.

  • Kill Weeds in the Fall, Exploring Cover Crops, Soil Sampling Guidelines | Ag PhD

    There are so many benefits to spraying after harvest, then seeding a non-cash crop, and finding out your soil fertility in one-acre sections; the Hefty brothers explain how and why. The Weed of the Week is the big downy brome, and Iron Talk covers ways to add late-season crop nutrition.

  • Soil Sampling Guidelines | Ag PhD

    Soil sleuths Brian and Darren have got the dirt on probing your fields, with this comprehensive tutorial on understanding your soil's makeup.

  • Late Fertilizer Availability | Ag PhD

    No need for air support, Darren Hefty explains the many ways to get nutrition like potassium and nitrogen into your big crops without the expense.

  • Exploring Cover Crops | Ag PhD

    From cover to cover, expert agronomists Brian and Darren Hefty explain the basics and benefits of cover crop strategy and selection.

  • The Turn | The XtremeAg Show, S1. Ep 15

    Matt Miles struggles with the loss of his long-time friend and farming partner after a tragic accident. Kelly Garrett breaks down his approach to practicing regenerative farming without sacrificing yields.

    The XtremeAg Show is presented by Concept AgriTek.

    Season 1 | Episode 15
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  • Tillage and Organic Matter, Wheat Fertility, Grain Bin Preparation | Ag PhD

    Brian and Darren discuss how tillage can deplete organic matter, how to ensure your wheat has the nutrients it needs throughout the season, and what steps to take to get your grain bins ready for harvest this fall.

  • Wheat Fertility | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers discuss the fertility needs for wheat and how to ensure your crop has the nutrients it needs throughout the growing season.

  • Tillage and Organic Matter | Ag PhD

    Brian and Darren explain why tillage can actually decrease organic matter levels in the soil.

  • Soil Organic Matter | Ag PhD

    Learn what organic matter is and how it benefits soil.

  • How NutriCharge Boosted Wheat's Yield & Quality | AgroTech

    Join us as Molly Alexander, Southeast Regional Agronomist for AgroTech USA, visits Luke Harvey of Sunrise Dairies in Eatonton, Georgia, to discuss the remarkable success of his wheat crop using NutriCharge. In this video, Luke shares his experiences from last year's harvest and explains why he ch...

  • Nutrient Know-How: Oxygen is the Soil's Most Abundant Nutrient | XtremeAg

    Oxygen is an important element for plant growth. Reducing its concentration in the soil affects nutrient and water uptake as well as respiration.

  • The Value of a Root Pit | Ag PhD

    Can you dig it? Brian and Darren explain how root pits can unearth deeper insights into root development, soil health, and crop productivity.

  • Drop Tube Applications | Ag PhD

    Precision application tech is revolutionizing crop protection and nutrition. Darren Hefty explains how a simple but elegant solution can keep your crop growing.

  • Late-Season Nitrogen | Ag PhD

    N is the star of your soil, so it's important to get it right. The Heftys give expert tips on managing and monitoring nitrogen from here to harvest.

  • How to Solve Farming Limitations & Phosphorus Problems | AgroTech

    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...

  • How to Make Recommendations Based on the Phosphorus in Soil Tests | AgroTech

    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...

  • Where Does Phosphorus Come From & How Do Plants Access It | AgroTech

    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:...

  • In-Season Soil Testing

    Find out how to maximize your fertility investment by soil testing in-crop for leachable nutrients like nitrogen, sulfur, and boron.

  • Plant Growth Hormones | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers discuss the reasons why plant growth hormones are used; either to restrict or increase growth.

  • Soybean Growth and Development, Plant Growth Hormones, In-Season Soil Testing

    Brian and Darren discuss the stages of soybean plant growth, how to make use of plant growth hormones in your crops, and why you should consider doing some in-season soil testing to improve your fertility when it comes to leachable nutrients like nitrogen, sulfur, and boron.