Resources

06.23.2026 | The Granary

In this episode of The Granary, Damian Mason welcomes Kelly Garrett, Galynn Beer of Tidal Grow AgriScience, and Iowa farmer-attorney Adam Ullrich for a candid discussion about the economics of modern agriculture. The conversation tackles everything from fertilizer markets and input pricing to biologicals, manure, precision agriculture, sap analysis, and the growing role of data-driven decision-making.

06.15.2026 | AgPhD Radio Show

Sarah Rodriguez, Ph.D., joins Darren Hefty to discuss how to limit Soybean Cyst Nematode early on in the season to prevent other late-season pests and pathogens.

06.05.2026

Seed treatments are a cornerstone of modern crop protection, helping shield seeds and seedlings from pests and diseases while improving germination and stand establishment. As farms adopt practices that support better resource utilization, the choice between contact and systemic treatments becomes even more important. Each approach plays a distinct role and understanding how they work helps growers match protection to field conditions rather than relying on a single blanket strategy.

05.26.2026 | Plant Health

Across the industry, biosolutions, such as biostimulants, biologicals, and biofertilizers, are commonplace in conversations with agronomists, at retail counters, and in crop planning discussions. Interest in this category is growing fast, and for good reason. These products are earning their place in modern cropping systems by delivering real agronomic value beyond additional yield: nutrient use […]

05.22.2026 | Soil Health

What’s missing from the soil can come from the sea There are plenty of fish in the sea when it comes to fertilizer options for your crops. Maybe you’ve heard of other growers having great success with alternative fertilizers on their farms. Or perhaps you’re looking for something more nourishing for your soil and crops […]

05.20.2026 | AgPhD Radio Show

Trey Cutts, Ph.D., joins Darren Hefty about tight fertility budgets, nitrogen use efficiency, and adding alignN to late-season applications.

05.19.2026 | CropLife

Nitrogen management has rarely been this difficult to navigate. Prices have climbed, timing windows are tight, and many growers have already reduced their upfront applications. For ag retailers, that combination creates both risk and relevance. The retailers who step in with clear guidance and practical tools can help growers protect yield while managing cost exposure.

05.14.2026 | AgPhD Radio Show

Galynn Beer joins Darren Hefty to discuss how to identify nutrient deficiencies when walking fields, along with nitrogen management tips amid soaring nitrogen prices.

05.13.2026 | AgPhD Radio Show

Galynn Beer joins Brian Hefty and Zach Hefty to discuss tips to control spray drift and tank mixing with new active ingredients.