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Weed Control Shouldn’t Be Overlooked

Published July 31, 2026

Despite ongoing dry weather across much of the Cornbelt, Hefty Seed agronomist Jacob Gubbels said improved management practices are helping crops withstand stress. Speaking during the Ag PhD Field Day, Gubbels said today's crop performance is as much a reflection…

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Another Successful Ag PhD Field Day

Published July 30, 2026

Hefty Seed Senior Agronomist Rob Fritz believes the farmer-first approach for the Ag PhD Field Day is what keeps attendance growing each year. "It's almost entirely farmers who attend, and that's who we build this event around." Fritz said precision…

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Region Well Represented on CropLife 100

Published December 2, 2025

Nutrien Ag Solutions once again tops the CropLife ranking of the largest ag retailers in the country. The top five rounds out with Helena Agri-Enterprises, GROWMARK, Simplot Grower Solutions and CHS. Others on the CropLife 100 list from the region…

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Savings Available by Locking in Crop Inputs Now

Published September 12, 2025

Observations can be made from the seat of the combine to improve crop prospects in 2026. "If you see some areas that aren't yielding as well, stop and get out to take a quick look and see if you can…

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Disease Pressure Starting to Emerge

Published August 4, 2025

At the Ag PhD Field Day, Hefty Seed Minnesota Research Lead John Weiss said crop conditions are looking good across southern Minnesota and into Iowa, but disease pressure is starting to emerge. “The corn looks great,” said Weiss. “Beans are…

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Plan for Weed Management Success

Published August 4, 2025

Farmers attending the Ag PhD Field Day in Baltic, South Dakota, received direct agronomic insight from Hefty Seed Agronomist and Ag Chem Lead Jacob Gubbels, who stressed the importance of disease and weed management to protect yield potential this season.…

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Field Day Offers Perspective

Published August 4, 2025

Hefty Seed Agronomist Glenn Herz said the Ag PhD Field Day offers more than just education it offers perspective. “We’ve got a lot of different crops out here that even normally we don’t grow around Baltic,” said Herz. “We’re just…

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Ag PhD Field Day Showcases Ag Tech

Published August 4, 2025

Innovation was front and center at the Ag PhD Field Day. Hefty Seed Company Senior Agronomist Rob Fritz said the event is more than just a showcase, it's a connection point between farmers and cutting-edge ag tech. “There’s a company…

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Biologicals Gain Ground

Published August 1, 2025

Hefty Naturals Brand Manager Matt Thompson says more farmers are embracing biologicals to manage disease and insect pressure. At the Ag PhD Field Day, Thompson highlighted how biological technology is becoming more accessible and effective. “The cool thing is, we…

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Farmers Explore Ag Tech in Baltic, SD

Published August 1, 2025

Farmers from across the country gathered in Baltic, South Dakota for the annual Ag PhD Field Day. Hefty Seed Agronomist Zach Hefty said the event serves as both a showcase and a learning opportunity. “All the great guest speakers, all…

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