The National Farm Machinery Show (NFMS) will celebrate 50 years of farming this year, starting with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the opening of the show on Wednesday in Louisville. Kentucky Lt. Governor Crit Luallen, and the daughter of former governor Ned Breathitt, Linda, will perform the ribbon cutting. Gov. Breathitt cut the ribbon to begin the first NFMS in … Read More
Kinze’s New 3660 Planter Offers Electric Drive
A new planter from Kinze Manufacturing, Inc. is promising some key advantages, including electric drive. The company says the already proven performance of Kinze’s 3660 frame will reduce potential soil compaction and offer an optional exclusive split row system using push units for superior residue flow. “The adoption rate of new technology and electronics in the agriculture industry is phenomenal,” … Read More
Hick Chick Chat: New Holland Offers New Combine
New Holland introduces the CR6.80 Combine, a smaller combine with all the features of the larger models. The CR6.80, the newest addition to New Holland’s CR combine series, is a new model focused on the mixed farming operation engaged in both livestock and crop production. The CR6.80 provides a maximum 374 hp and is designed to work with grain heads … Read More
Mahindra Opening New Midwest Distro Center
The biggest seller of tractors in the world based on volume is opening a new distribution center in the Midwest. Mahindra USA announced the 15-acre facility will open in Lyons, Kansas and serve customers in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota with the ability to ship 150 tractors per month once fully operational. The Midwest Authorized Distribution … Read More
Flexi-Coil® P Series Air Carts From New Holland
The Flexi-Coil® P Series air carts from New Holland set a new standard for accurate, reliable air seeding delivery. Redesigned from the ground up, these new air carts have an unprecedented number of patent-pending features that provide advantages that increase return on investment. “The P Series air carts are a fresh example of Flexi-Coil’s long-standing heritage of innovation,” says Jason … Read More
EXCEL Dryers Ensure High Efficiency & Grain Quality
Superior Manufacturing’s EXCEL mixed-flow under-fan grain dryers use approximately half the BTUs of conventional screen dryers and only 40 cfm per bushel compared to 100 cfm. They also combine gentle heat with longer retention times for a low stress process that keeps grain quality intact. EXCEL dryers provide highly efficient heating. The Schedule 80 internal vaporizer’s 2-inch line, the largest … Read More
New Holland Introduces CR6.80 Combine
The CR6.80, the newest addition to New Holland’s CR combine series, is a new model focused on the mixed farming operation engaged in both livestock and crop production. The CR6.80 provides a maximum 374 hp and is designed to work with grain heads up to 30 feet wide and 8-row corn heads. Offering the same advantages of the larger models … Read More
HarvestMaster Debuts Data Collection Tool for Ag Research
Utah-based equipment maker HarvestMaster has debuted a new harvest data system. This company news release says the H2 High Capacity GrainGage is designed to collect highly accurate data on large-plot, high-volume grain samples, such as corn or soybeans. Available for both single and split-plot combines, the H2 GrainGage features advanced technology to provide superior data accuracy, enhanced efficiency, and reduced … Read More
Get Year-End Savings by Upgrading Propane Equipment
Now is the time to take advantages of year-end tax deductions by upgrading your on-farm propane equipment. The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has three incentive programs where farmers can get up to $10,000 toward the purchase of new propane equipment for the farm and home. The Propane Farm Incentive Program offers up to $5,000 on eligible propane irrigation … Read More
ARA Names AGCO Operator of the Year
The winner of a brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle at the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) Convention last week was Brent Klein, Simplot Grower Solutions, who beat out 4 finalists for the AGCO Application Equipment Operator of the Year Award. This is the ninth consecutive year the company has recognized North America’s top custom applicators who consistently bring outstanding skill, dedication and … Read More