Find out why a drought in the fall may not be a bad thing for farmers.

Three key factors determine when corn is ready. Darren Hefty explains how farmers know when to power up the combine.

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.

Don't let your guard down when the finish line's in sight. Brian and Darren have got all the tips you need to make it down the home stretch and come out on top.

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.

Give yourself the autumn advantage. The Hefty brothers explain why farmers should tackle weeds before winter.

Can you ever get too much of a good thing? Darren Hefty explains the dark side of downpours, and how they affect crops.

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

The Hefty brothers examine leaf cuticles, dig useful holes in their crop, and eliminate those big weeds in beans. The Weed of the Week is the tall common mullein, and Iron Talk is all about combine header transport.

Leaf cuticles are a plant's first line of defense. The Heftys explain how weather changes impact them, and how to use that knowledge to your advantage.

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

Your lawn would rather get a deep gulp than short sips. Expert agronomist Darren Hefty quenches your thirst for lawn care know-how, to help you water wisely.

Brian and Darren talk about why the green bridge might be a highway to harm, how to go on pest patrol in your fields, and ways to boost your N until the fall. This week's weed is the noxious jimsonweed and there's an Iron Talk on drop tubes for sprayers.

The 'green bridge' is not a path you want to tread. The Hefty brothers explain how breaking this link can lead to healthier crops and higher yields.

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.

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

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 safest weather conditions for spraying might surprise you. Darren Hefty clears it all up.

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

Bring the family for a day at the Hefty Farm in Baltic, SD on July 25th, 2024.

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.

Mother Nature throwing you a curve ball? When there's a rain delay in the fields, Darren's list of indoor jobs will keep you warmed up in the bullpen.

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