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The effects of Mother Nature are some of the most unpredictable parts of agriculture. Learn about the weather and climate, as well as how to mitigate the risks these forces bring.

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  • April 12, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    Outside markets had a huge impact on grain markets this week. See why that was more important than the USDA April report.

  • April 4, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    "Liberation Day" had a huge impact on markets this week, but many were not what was expected. Soys,gold/crude/stocks suffered, but wheat/corn were higher for the week. Learn why from Progressive Ag's weekly 10 minute video.

  • March 29, 2025 - Ag Market News | Progressive Ag

    Ray Grabanski of Top Ranked Progressive Ag highlights this week's
    'real news' in grain markets. This is inside information you won't hear on the radio or mainstream media - what REALLY is impacting markets.

  • What Are You Going To Do In This Tough Farm Economy? | The Granary | XtremeAg

    In this episode of The Granary, things get real—and a little rowdy—as host Damian Mason sits down with XtremeAg’s Chad Henderson, Temple Rhodes, and Kelly Garrett to tackle the big question: What Are You Gonna Do In This Tough Farm Economy? With grain prices dropping, input costs soaring, and equ...

  • Getting Soil Data in the Spring | Ag PhD

    By probe or computer, Darren Hefty helps you find out what your field needs right now.

  • Grain Bins in the Spring | Ag PhD

    What's hiding in your bins? Hopefully just profits! Join the Hefty brothers for their guide to a spring storage checkup.

  • Farmers Stay Busy | Ag PhD

    Crops grow slowly, but farmers can't stand still for a second! Darren Hefty explains why farming is both a sprint and a marathon.

  • The Drought Monitor, Pop-Up Fertilizer Advice, Burning Down Cover Crops | Ag PhD

    The Hefty brothers help you get tuned up for spring with: an excellent drought data source, a primer on feeding your seeds, and all about how to transition from cover to cash crops. Plus a foxy foe is this week's weed, and planter equipment tips in Iron Talk.

  • The Drought Monitor | Ag PhD

    Is your farm in a drought or just really dry? Brian and Darren introduce you to a useful website from the University of Nebraska.

  • Burning Down Cover Crops | Ag PhD

    So, you put in rye last September to save the soil, but now you're up to your eyes in rye! Don't worry, the Heftys are here to help you make room for your cash crop.

  • Pop-Up Fertilizer Advice | Ag PhD

    Sprouting seeds have nutrient needs, but in-furrow fertility is fiddly. The Hefty boys help you with all your spring soil, seed, and salt concerns.

  • Cold Corn Conundrum | Ag PhD

    Early to field, increases the yield. Agronomist Darren Hefty tells you what wise farmers look for before they start planting.

  • A Warm and Safe Farm Shop | Ag PhD

    Is your farm shop ready for all seasons? Darren Hefty talks shop in today's Iron Talk.

  • Tips for Early Planted Soybeans | Ag PhD

    Itchin' to get those beans in the field? The Heftys share what you need to know to get sowing sooner.

  • Water Table | Ag PhD

    Water is life, except when there's just too much of it. Tap into the Hefty brothers' well of knowledge on hidden H2O.

  • Does A Pretty Crop Mean a Profitable Crop? | The Granary | XtremeAg

    In this episode of The Granary, the conversation at the table gets real about one of the biggest dilemmas in farming—should your fields be pretty or profitable?

    Damian Mason is joined by XtremeAg’s Matt Miles, Temple Rhodes, and Chad Henderson, and Tommy Roach from Nachurs to break down why the...

  • Why Always Corn and Soybeans? | Ag PhD

    Growing tropical fruit in South Dakota? That'd be bananas! Darren Hefty outlines the three factors influencing crop choice.

  • Icy Cattle + Combatting Cultured Meat | Buzzard's Beat

    A winter storm of ice, snow and, of course, wind, ripped through Kansas at the beginning of January and it called for a lot of prep work but also extra effort for cattle care. A battle with an icy gate ensues - who will win?! And 2025 is starting off with some bad news for cultured/faux meat comp...

  • Is it Nature or is It Nurture? | The Granary | XtremeAg

    Is farming a game of luck or skill? In this lively roundtable, Damian Mason, Matt Miles, Tommy Roach, and Temple Rhodes dive into the ultimate farming showdown: Nature versus Nurture. From unpredictable weather tantrums to the art of coaxing a crop back from the brink of disaster, these seasoned ...

  • Ag PhD Soybean Workshop, Comparing the Top Corn Traits, Burning Residue | Ag PhD

    The Heftys help you choose the right corn traits, and the best way to manage residue. Everyone's invited to the free Soybean Workshop. Plus getting one over on clover, and a fert placement two-step that'll save you money.

  • Burning Residue | Ag PhD

    Burn it, or turn it? The Hefty brothers explore the science behind residue management.

  • What Is One Thing You Would Change On Your Farm? | The Granary | XtremeAg

    If a genie granted you a magic wand, what would you change about your farm? From better soil and cooler nights to being fully irrigated, Damian Mason asks Temple Rhodes, Chad Henderson and Matt Miles from XtremeAg about the tweaks they would make to revolutionize their operations—if only it were ...

  • Cold Is A Blessing | Ag PhD

    Darren Hefty explains why super cold winter days can be beneficial to farmers.

  • Insects Over the Winter, New Products and Tech in Wheat, Row Spacing | Ag PhD

    How do bugs survive the cold, what's new in wheat, and what's the correct planting distance for crops? Plus velvetleaf Weed of the Week, and applying micros in Iron Talk.