Please join us on Friday, July 27 for an Ag PhD Field Day on our farm near Baltic, SD. The event will run continuously from 8 am to 7 pm. Here are some of the things we’ll be doing that day:
- You will see some of the newest, latest technology in seed, pesticides, fertilizer, and equipment.
- Darren and Brian Hefty will be going through each of their plots with you talking about the successes and failures they’re seeing so far this year.
- Ag PhD is also proud to be offering a tribute to the military with a special ceremony on our farm.
- Guest speakers will include General Wesley K. Clark (Ret.) and the 2011 Miss America, Teresa Scanlan.
- You’ll see a NASCAR car and several other unique attractions.
- Live tiling will be going on most of the day, along with a live lift station demo.
- A large Ride & Drive area complete with tractors and tillage equipment.
- New technology displays and demonstrations from companies like Raven, FarmLogic, Outback, TJ Technologies, and many more.
- There will also be optional educational sessions including a Tile Design Class with Brian Hefty,
Miss America 2011 Teresa Scanlan
Darren Hefty will be interviewing corn yield champion David Hula who last year produced over 400 bushel corn per acre, Drainage Law featuring one of the top ag drainage lawyers in the country, Estate Planning with a financial expert, Soil Mapping with a software technology company, Grain Marketing with one of the top grain marketers in the region, and Tile Guidance System Updates with Intellislope, AGPS, and Trimble.
- As always, we’ll have entertainment for your kids including inflatables, balloons, games, and even a little farm safety information for kids.
- Lunch, supper, snacks, and drinks will also be served throughout the day.
- Golf carts will be available for those who need that service.
- There will be discount lodging available at several hotels. Just check www.agphd.com for options or give us a call for more details at 605.529.5413.
