When you pick out a new piece of equipment you might think of a lot of things, but maybe how the tracks were made isn’t one of them. Eric Blondeau with Camso is saying maybe it should be. Camso designs tracks for many of the top equipment companies and his team takes their job very seriously. Growers need tracks that … Read More
Purdue Opens First Field Phenotyping Facility
A ceremony was held earlier this week to celebrate the grand opening of a 25,000 square-foot Indiana Corn and Soybean Innovation Center. The new facility is located at Purdue’s Agronomy Center for Research and Education and includes state-of-the-art technology for research in phenotyping. The new center is part of an education initiative known as ‘Purdue Moves,’ which began in 2013. … Read More
Deere Rolls Out High Capacity Nutrient Applicator at FPS
The Farm Progress Show is full of interesting sights and exhibits, and one of the best things is seeing something brand new from a company. John Deere didn’t disappoint, rolling out their first entry in a dry fertilizer spreader. I spoke with Jason Beuligmann, Product Manger at John Deere, about this new F4365 High Capacity Nutrient Applicator and why John … Read More
Pioneer, CHS Announce Contract for High Oleic Soybeans
Growers in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa now have the option to contract for Pioneer brand Plenish high oleic soybeans in 2017. Soybeans will be processed at the CHS Fairmont, Minnesota plant. The expansion of high oleic soybeans production offers greater access for growers looking for value-added markets. “CHS is focused on helping its farmer-owners grow, and this regional collaboration … Read More
Big Reveals from Case IH at #FarmProgressShow
Case IH is looking in a new direction, focusing on cutting edge innovations with a new tag line- “Rethink Productivity.” To show they’re serious about rethinking things, Case has also used this opportunity at the Farm Progress Show to unveiled a sleek, new concept vehicle, the autonomous tractor. “We’re officially adopting ‘Rethink Productivity’ as our North American brand tagline because … Read More
John Deere’s New Nozzles Get the Job Done
Lydia Thomas is a Product Manger for John Deere, and she’s just the person to talk to if you’re wanting information about John Deere’s new exact apply intelligent nozzle system. I caught up with her at the Farm Progress Show to hear how John Deere has brought a new approach to their traditional sprayer, adding industry exclusives that help growers … Read More
Eight Row Folding Corn Head Unveiled by @JohnDeere
Brand new from John Deere is an option for an 8-row folding corn head. The 608FC corn head can be used with group 6 and 7 S-Series combines, offering an easier solution for transporting on narrow roads. It also eliminates the need for header trailers, tow vehicles and related manpower. “Harvesting with a new John Deere 8 row folding corn … Read More
Case Launches Tool to Support Efficient Crop Production
Today’s farmers demand precise equipment that can handle a variety of field conditions and deliver consistent results. That’s why Case IH has designed a new Nutri-Tiller 955 strip-till applicator to help growers better manage nutrients and conserve soil. “The Nutri-Tiller 955 delivers the agronomic advantages of conventional tillage, along with the economic and conservation benefits of no-till,” said Dave Long, … Read More
Iowa Farmers Call for Cooperation in Biotech Trade Issues
The International Maize Alliance (MAIZALL) sent representatives to Sao Paulo, Brazil last month for the 2016 Global Agribusiness Forum. Pam Johnson, former president of the Nation Corn Growers Association (NCGA), and Julius Schaff, former chair of the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) represented Iowa Corn farmers as part of the coalition to address the challenges of innovation and food security. Both … Read More
John Deere Hosts Ag Media at Ankeny Facility
The day before Farm Progress Show in Iowa, John Deere hosted agricultural media at their Des Moines Works facility in Ankeny, IA for a look at new products. The event kicked off with a plant tour by Rosalind Fox, Factory Manager. She gave an overview to participants of what to expect, including a chance to view the craftsmanship up close and experience … Read More