Test Plot Analysis
IT SURE WAS ON OURS! We were able to plant much earlier than the last few years. It turned cold after planting, but then warmed up so we accumulated A LOT more GDD’s (Growing Degree Days) than normal. The last half of the [...]
November 2020
Pros and Cons of Using Generic Ag Chemicals
I'LL BE STRAIGHT WITH YOU... There will be plenty of rebates, tie-ins, and other programs on crop protection products for 2021. If you don’t like that, then chances are your first thought may be to buy generic ag chemicals and get your rebate up [...]
A Quiet Achiever
Farmers generally don’t like to broadcast their successes. Most are content to go about their important and often difficult work, silently doing what they love. No recognition is required – the reward is derived from a personal sense of accomplishment and the enjoyment of [...]
Do you Still Need Roundup?
One of the jobs I do every day is train agronomists. Over the past few years, several of them have said, “My farmers are wondering if putting Roundup in the tank is even worth it anymore.” My response to that is always [...]
September 2020
2021 Soybeans: What you Need to Know
Since you were probably expecting to be reading about the new XtendFlex soybeans where you have tolerance to dicamba (XtendiMax/Engenia/FeXapan), glyphosate (Roundup), and glufosinate (Liberty); I will have to disappoint you a little. As of today when I’m writing this article, the [...]
What’s New for 2021 with Hefty Brand Corn
2020 has been a great year for seed corn production (other than in some storm areas) and the quality looks to be top notch. Thank goodness for that because there are a ton of new things coming for 2021 planting that you are [...]
It’s Time to Tile
If you follow Darren and me on TV, radio, workshops, field days, or anything we write, you are probably getting tired of hearing us talk about tiling, but that’s okay. There is still a shocking amount of acreage in the U.S. that is not [...]
Reclaiming His Roots
On many farms, it isn’t uncommon for operators to diversify the family income with a side hustle, second career, or the additional financial support of a working spouse. It’s a natural part of spreading risk when it comes to making ends meet. What [...]
April 2020
Don’t Forget these “Must Haves”
By Darren Hefty By Darren Hefty Growing up I knew that my dad seemingly ALWAYS had the right tool to fix ANYTHING! It’s amazing what you can do if you have the right stuff on hand to get the job done. [...]
In-Season Tiling
By Brian Hefty By Brian Hefty You need more tile! You probably think I'm a spokesperson for the tile industry as passionately as I talk about tile, but I'm not. HERE ARE THE 3 REASONS I LOVE TILE AND CAN'T [...]