Improving the soil while maintaining a profit to feed the farm. It's a simple philosophy that's reflected in Cavan, Ont., farmer Norm Lamothe's approach to nitrogen management and cover crops. On this episode of Farming Forward, Lamothe shares how he's combining cover crops and the power of living roots with a split nitrogen strategy to... Read More
Category: Machinery
Clearing bales from the field in a timely and efficient manner is a key step in making great straw or hay and decreasing injury to plant crowns. Fully automated bale collecting machines are designed to help speed up that process. James Pavey of the U.K.-based Big Bale Company South joined RealAgriculture's Amber Bell to discuss... Read More
As harvest pressure builds and timely information becomes more critical, new technology is helping farmers stay connected between the yard and the field. Jason Diehl of Dimo’s and Labtronics spoke with RealAgriculture about a newly developed Wi-Fi module for the company’s automated Model 919 moisture tester and how it’s improving communication during harvest. The Wi-Fi... Read More
Growers who run Massey Ferguson large square balers can now utilize a new granular applicator when applying BaleMax hay preservative. Unveiled at the Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois, AGCO's HayBoss DryMax granular applicator combines advanced engineering with intuitive operation to help producers extend their baling window and protect forage quality. In this report, Massey... Read More
How much more resilient and productive are soils with higher organic matter content? A quick review of available research and a look at farm fields paints a pretty clear picture of the power of soil organic matter, says University of Minnesota soil extension specialist Jodi DeJong-Hughes. On this episode of the RealAgriculture Soil School, DeJong-Hughes... Read More
Ford Motor Company has outlined changes to its electrification strategy that include a reconfiguration of the F-150 Lightning as part of a broader focus on trucks, hybrids, batteries and more affordable electric vehicles, the company says. In a recent update, Ford said the next generation of the F-150 Lightning will move away from a fully... Read More
CASE IH is introducing a heavy-duty suspension system for its Steiger Quadtrac tractors aimed at reducing cab vibration and improving operator comfort. Speaking with RealAgriculture at Agri-Trade in Red Deer, Alta., Stuart Winsnes of Future Ag says ride quality has been a concern with the Quadtrac platform and while growers value the tractor’s traction, cab... Read More
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers are out with their latest sales numbers for new agricultural equipment. Farmers have continued to be cautious on the purchases of new machinery, but the Canadian results are definitely more positive than the United States, in a trend that has continued throughout the year. Looking at sales through the end... Read More
A clean start remains one of the most important steps in a canola production plan, and for many growers that begins with a timely pre-seed herbicide application. In west-central Saskatchewan, Carl deConinck Smith says taking out early flushes of weeds protects valuable soil moisture and nutrients while setting the stage for a more efficient in-crop... Read More
Versatile is rolling out several new sizes of its Fury HS tillage implement, expanding the lineup to better match a range of tractor sizes and field conditions. Product manager Leo Reznik outlined the additions — 15-, 18-, 21-, and 24-foot models — which join the existing offerings to cover working widths from 15 to 40... Read More