Ag Phd’s Brian Hefty shares some insight on the benefits of drainage tile after speaking at the South Dakota Corn Growers 26th annual meeting. Proper drainage can benefit both the environment and the economy through a reduction in runoff and higher yields.
Brian Hefty, one-half of the “Ag PhD” television show’s brotherly duo, will provide an in-depth presentation at the 26th SDCGA annual meeting on one of the year’s biggest topics – drainage.
Brian’s presentation is titled, “Tiling, Flood Reduction, Soil Improvement and a Billion More Dollars Per Year for South Dakota”
“People will learn more about the ancient practice of tile drainage and how revolutionary new tiling technology allows farmers to increase yield and improve the environment,” said Hefty, who is an agronomist and farmer in addition to co-host “Ag PhD.”
As the world population grows, so does the demand for more farm production. One way to increase grain yields is to improve drainage, Hefty says. Flooded fields in the past few years have prevented planting in some areas and stunted growth in other fields.
“We’re always trying to figure out ways to help you earn more money so you can not only survive, but thrive,” Hefty says.
He also will discuss how to implement a farm plan in conjunction with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, landlords, neighbors and the highway department.
Hefty is an owner of Hefty Seed Col, which has seven locations in South Dakota and six in Minnesota and Iowa. He is the author of a recently published book entitled “$100 an Hour Jobs: Lessons from Dad,” and lives on the family farm with his wife and 3 children.
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Only 3 days remain until this year’s SDCGA annual meeting on Saturday, January 7th at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Click here to complete your registration online or call the office at 605-334-0100 today! We look forward to seeing you at our Winter Wonderland.
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Christmas is almost here and quickly following the holidays is the 26th South Dakota Corn Growers Annual Meeting in Sioux Falls on January 7th at the Convention Center. Make it a weekend with the family as it is sure to be a good time for all.
Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes as this year’s entertainment will be no slouch. Following a great meal, prepare to be wowed by John Mueller’s Winter Dance Party, featuring the musical talents of rock ‘n’ roll pioneers Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper. The band will perform hits that include “That’ll Be The Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “La Bamba” and “Chantilly Lace.”
What a great way to end a day-long event filled with great speakers featuring, “Market to Market’s,” Mark Pearson, RMA Administrator, William Murphy, SD Sec. of Ag, Walt Bones, Hefty Seeds Tiling Expert, Brian Hefty and professional speaker, Jolene Brown.
You must pre-register for the event and can do so online by clicking here, or by calling the office at 605-334-0100.
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