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Clearing The Way. HLA has a full line-up of blades suitable for equipment from 20 HP right up to 200 HP.
"From sidewalks to estates to commercial clearing we have a blade that will fit your needs,” confidently states Paul Horst of HLA. “At HLA we know snow; our product line includes angle blades, bucket mount pushers, v-blades and our versatile SnowWings.” New additions to our team are the High Volume Snow Buckets and a new line of Scatter Shot Broadcast Spreaders. Our blade carts are built with the same quality and ruggedness of the rest of our Horst Wagon lineup. Use of quality components like automotive ball joints and tapered roller bearings keep pivot points tight, ensuring no trailer sway and long lasting use. Our standard retractable automatic relock tongue latch comes with standard variable adjustment making hook up quick and easy. These carts make storing and moving blades easy when not attached to your plow.
TAKE AIM AT ICE ACTUATOR TOUGH One of the most unique features of the HLA SnowWing is its rotary actuated endplates. This ingenious patented system allows the operator to independently control the endplates in a full 180 degree rotation. Now you can convert your blade from box to angle and add an extra 6 feet of clearing width.
NEW WIRELESS REMOTE The New wireless remote control from HLA Snow provides full wing control for operators with only one auxiliary hydraulic control. Simply plug the control module into your 12V power source and easily control wing positioning with the press of a button.
GOODBYE TIRE DAMAGE All blades that angle and have rotating endplates have potential to cause tire damage, and that’s why HLA developed our Patented Tire Protection System. This adjustable system automatically rotates the endplates away from the tire if there is the potential for collision.
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HLA makes it easy for professionals with the introduction of the Scatter Shot. These broadcast spreaders make short work of your spreading tasks when there’s snow on the ground and when there’s not. Made of durable galvanized steel, the Scatter Shot can handle what it dishes out. From sand to salt, the internal agitators prevent the material from clumping or building up on the walls — ensuring you get the most out of every load. Hydraulic powered models feature easy to use selfloading hoppers. These tilt similar to a bucket allowing material to be scooped directly into the hopper.
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features» Dozer Blades: How to Choose the Right One............................. 4 How to Deal with
Embezzlement in the Family Business......................... 11
Crop Reporting: Nine Easy Steps to Make it a Positive Experience.................................. 10
The HS100 is a single hopper broadcast spreader with a half yard capacity. Ideal for skid steers and small tractors, the HS100 runs off hydraulic or PTO power. Capable of spreading up to 40 feet the HS100 can be easily adapted to sidewalks with the addition of an optional sidewalk shield that will limit the spread to 3 feet.
With a capacity of one and a half yards, the HS200 has you covered. The Double Shot combines two of our rugged hoppers onto a single frame providing twice the bang for the buck.
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Higher lift heights reduce back dragging that would otherwise remove material that was just added to the pile. It also allows users to stack material into steep piles in order to optimize space.
The All-Around Decision:
Choosing the Right
Dozer Blade Goes Beyond the Basics
Equipment and tools can be selected because of the one thing they do best, but more often they make it onto a farm or ranch because of the many things they do best. Look around any operation and you’ll spot an arsenal of equipment and attachments that fit this description. One attachment that lends itself to the versatility every operator needs is the dozer blade. It takes on heavy-duty work day in and day out, pushing tons of snow, silage and dirt. Sometimes it modifies landscapes, grades roads and clears drainage ditches, as well. Dozer blades are built to be multipurpose, but not all are created equal; selecting one should go beyond sheer compatibility with a specific tractor. In fact, careful consideration of the blade’s design and capabilities can have a huge impact on how versatile it really is, how quickly and efficiently it can complete projects and how long its going to last.
Results May Vary While the general design of a blade is simple, there are several components that vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and they can impact what you can do, how much you can do and where you can do it.
Height x Width = Capacity Capacity is one of the key factors to consider, and it is determined by the height and width of the blade. Heights range from 27 to 48 inches, and most manufacturers offer extensions that bring their blades up to 72 inches. The taller height allows operators to push more material, which results in fewer passes, and reduces the chance of material flowing up and over the top A2
the blade. For even greater capacity, manufacturers offer optional box end plates that can be mounted to each end of the blade. This helps keep more material contained so operators can push more in fewer trips. Blade widths range from 8 to 20 feet. Some can be adjusted from 12 to 20 feet on the fly to give operators the capacity of a larger blade and the flexibility to access hard-to-reach areas. The operator can retract the blade to get close to bunker walls, then extend it to maximize the amount of material transferred. Moving from one job to the next is also easier. Instead of placing the tractor on a trailer or removing the blade, operators simply retract the blade and head down the road.
Go The Best Way How much material a blade can push is one thing, but its flexibility to tilt and angle can dramatically affect how much control the operator actually has. Most dozer blades are either four- or six-way styles. A four-way blade moves up and down and angles left and right, which is ideal for pushing snow and dirt to
one side. It also reduces the amount of material that flows over the sides, so each pass is cleaner and there is less need for backtracking. In some cases, angling the blade left or right also can provide enough clearance to maneuver between trees or through gates. A sixway blade also moves up and down and angles left and right, but unlike the fourway, each side also tilts up or down. In other words, an operator can raise either side of the blade higher than the other. This is especially helpful for working through tough soil when clearing drainage ditches, cutting trenches or crowning roads. Depending on the model, operators can adjust the blade angle manually or
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hydraulically. A manually adjustable blade requires the operator to jump down from the tractor and move the blade to the desired angle by hand. This not only takes time, but also increases the risk of injury during the winter when the chance of slipping or falling on the snow and ice is greater. A blade that has a hydraulically powered angling system is safer, faster and easier because it can be adjusted from inside the cab.
How High Can You Go Most dozer blades move up and down, but how far it reaches can impact capabilities. Lift heights vary from 23 to 48 inches. Blades with lower lift heights are limited to low level applications,
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such as landscaping and grading roads and can only stack material in small piles. Higher lift heights allow users to stack more material like snow and silage into steeper piles, which helps saves space. Operators also can lift the blade high enough to avoid back dragging that would otherwise remove material they just added to the pile and require rework.
Do It Right the First Time A blade that can adjust to application requirements gives users flexibility to tackle a wide range of projects, but even better is a blade that saves time while doing those jobs.
transferring weight and reducing operator control. Finally, a blade that’s mounted close to the tractor gives operators more control while driving over rough terrain. The further the blade is from the tractor, the more it will bounce up and down, requiring constant adjustment from the operator to maintain the desired height.
Material vs. Blade All these features and benefits are great, but it means nothing if it’s not designed with durability in mind.
Attachment Issues
Positive Reinforcement
A tractor is used for more than just pushing material with a dozer blade. Farmers and ranchers have plenty of fieldwork to do and detaching and reattaching a blade shouldn’t hold them up. Blades that are mounted underneath the tractor and connect to the front allow for quick and easy attachment. They simply align the tractor to the blade, drive forward and lock it into place. In this type of configuration, hydraulic hose connections are routed to the front of the tractor for quick hookup. To detach it, the operator unhooks the hydraulic hoses, pulls the lever and backs away.
If a blade can’ t stand up to the rigorous wear and tear of pushing huge amounts of heavy materials like silage, feed, manure and snow, you might be looking for a new one sooner than you think. To avoid this, look for a blade made with heavyduty steel that will stand up to repetitive use and last longer. Joints also should be reinforced with gussets that help strengthen the system.
Another feature that saves time and effort is an undercarriage and lift frame that installs high underneath the tractor and provides the weight necessary for fieldwork. The operator can simply detach the blade and head for the field. The added weight of the undercarriage system eliminates the need for OEM weight packages and, because it sits higher, there’s plenty of clearance for fieldwork.
Come a Little Closer While the ideal blade height depends on the application, maintaining optimal control of material, whether it’s 4 inches or 4 feet in the air, is important for every application. A parallel lift system, which is available on some blades, allows the operator to maintain precise control because it keeps the blade straight up and down as it’s lifted. This type of system also helps maintain a more even weight distribution between the front and rear axles of the tractor because it keeps the blade closer to the front of the tractor. Ideally, a tractor will always have 50 percent of the weight over the front axle and 50 percent over the rear so the front and rear tires are doing the same amount of work. This not only makes the tractor more efficient, but also adds life to the drivetrain. Weight transfer can also be an issue with standard lift systems. Blades that are mounted on a hinge tend to tilt backward as they’re raised, O CTO BER 2013
To avoid damage to hydraulic hoses when maneuvering over rough terrain or materials, look for a system that routes them up and out of the way. This also prevents buildup of material and saves operators the time and hassle of having to clean it out. Some systems even incorporate steel routing instead of rubber for ultimate durability.
A dozer blade that can extend from 12 to 20 feet on the fly combines the flexibility of a smaller blade for accessing hard-to-reach areas with capacity of a larger blade. It also allows operators to comply with stringent regulations for width without removing the blade.
A blade system with hydraulic hoses routed up and out of the way helps avoid damage that can occur from material that would otherwise get caught up in the hoses or when maneuvering over rough terrain.
The Lowdown on Upkeep Maintaining a dozer blade is simple. It usually only requires greasing of zerks and replacing cutting edges. However, there are a few things that further simplify maintenance. Some manufacturers design blades with zerks that are easy to access, which saves time and hassle when greasing. Also, some blades feature cutting edges that are reversible so when one side becomes worn it can be flipped over and used again. A parallel lift system keeps the blade straight up and down so the operator can maintain optimal control.
The Push Package What, how much and where – that’s one set of parameters for dozer blade selection. Great at one thing or great at many is another consideration. Either way, you’re talking about how much you can get done on any given day. And if you’re like most farmers and ranchers, at the end of the day – or after the final push of a season or even many seasons of demanding work – you want the dozer blade that delivers it all. Know what you need to get done and match those needs to the features that will help accomplish the job. In other words, choose carefully. Then get to work.
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Love Old Tractors? New App Celebrates Vintage Iron Now vintage tractor enthusiasts can test their tractor trivia skills, enjoy stories of classic machines and more, on the go, with a new free smartphone and tablet app from nationally known farm broadcaster Max Armstrong. The interactive "Max Armstrong's Tractor App" is available for iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets. Users will hear Armstrong's distinctive voice inviting them to the app version of his popular TV segment "Max's Tractor Shed," to play "Tractor Trivia" and "What Engine is This?" games, and tune in to his daily Midwest Digest reports on Farm Progress America Radio. They can also download ringtones featuring Armstrong's voice.
Bestway Announces New Autoglide™ Auto Boom Height Control System Bestway Inc. has recently introduced the AutoGlide™ automatic sprayer boom height control system for most self-propelled, pull type and large 3-point mounted sprayers. The new AutoGlide™ system uses rugged ultrasonic range sensors mounted on the spray boom to continually monitor and maintain the height of the booms above the ground or crop canopy. The AutoGlide™ system delivers more consistent spray patterns, better coverage and reduced drift potential. With AutoGlide™, operator fatigue is reduced allowing you to cover more acres in a day.
For more information visit www.absorbine.com.
AutoGlide™ uses the sprayers existing electricover-hydraulic controls so there are no extra hydraulic components to add to your sprayer. This makes AutoGlide™ the simplest and easiest automatic boom height control system to install.
Armstrong commissioned Martinez Creative Group of St. Charles, Ill., to develop the app, with the support of sponsors Great Lakes® Hybrids and Genuity®.
A compact, in cab controller with a simple menu to configure and calibrate, allows engaging and disengaging automatic mode as well as adjusting boom height on the go.
As part of the launch of the app, Armstrong also appears in his own music video featuring vintage tractors and a catchy song using his recorded phrases from the app. "Tractor Boy" has had more than 8,000 views on YouTube, and the song is available for download on iTunes, Google Play and as an Amazon MP3.
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“There are so many hobby farmers who are looking for effective answers to their livestock’s insect control needs,” said Jaime McKinley, Vice President of Marketing & New Business Development, W. F. Young. “For example, high fly populations can be detrimental to both weight gain and milk production.”
“Flys-X is a great solution to help livestock, horse and dog owners keep pest populations under control,” McKinley said. “Absorbine is pleased to provide insect control options that are easy and affordable.”
"I don't think it hurts to have some fun in this magnificent industry that feeds us all," Armstrong says. "We know that our farmers are always challenged by a variety of factors, but I am often reminded of the great sense of humor of my farmer friends, and I know they and others will love this app."
Max Armstrong's Tractor App is available for free download from iTunes for iPhone and iPad and from Google Play for Android smartphones and tablets.
Flys-X consists of a water-based (aqueous) formula that contains pyrethrins, a botanical insectide. It can be used on lactating and non-lactating beef and dairy cattle, and kills horn flies, house flies, face flies, mosquitos, gnats and blood-sucking lice on cattle, horses and dogs, as well as killing fleas and brown ticks on dogs. Flys-X comes ready to use (no mixing or diluting required) in a 32 oz. refillable spray bottle and gallon size.
Flys-X also kills fleas and brown dog ticks when used as a premise spray.
Armstrong, who owns a pair of restored vintage Farmall tractors, is excited to share his passion for iron old and new through the app. He has reported often on the technology agricultural producers use to help them farm more efficiently, to better market their crops and to care for our environment. Providing the free tractor app to growers adds a little levity to the mix.
"Great Lakes Hybrids is excited to work with Max to launch this creative and fun app that blends the heritage of vintage tractors with today's agricultural news, using the latest in mobile technology," says Doug Little, Brand Manager at Great Lakes Hybrids general manager.
Ready To Use Insecticide, from W. F. Young, Inc., makers of Absorbine® animal care products, is your answer for multi-species insect control.
AutoGlide™ is available in 2, 3, 4 and 5 sensor models to fit most boom sizes and terrain. For more information email sales@bestway-inc. com or call 877-390-4480.
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New SG-20 Adhesive Seals and Repairs Boots and Rain Gear Within 1 Hour Water is a way of life on the dairy and dry feet are essential for a productive, happy workforce. Until now, a wardrobe malfunction could cause a worker to endure wet feet all day, the makings for a long, miserable workday. Vettec Inc. has introduced SG-20, an adhesive material that can fix boots, raingear, milking aprons, coveralls and other outdoor gear within one hour, getting dairymen back in with the herd quickly and comfortably. SG-20 is now on sale at www.SG-20. com and other select retailers.
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Insect Control for MultiSpecies Use Fly control for hobby farmers with multiple types of animals can be even more daunting, if possible, than it is for owners of just one species. Cattle, horses, dogs – how do you decide which product is right for each one? Or maybe you take the “one size fits all” approach, but with that nagging doubt in the back of your mind whether what you’re using is truly appropriate for every animal. Flys-X®
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WEE Bander Eliminates Pain of Early Castration Mike Callicrate, creator of the Callicrate Bander for older bulls, has collaborated with Roy Harbach to introduce the 'WEE' Bander. This new product allows the same technology and low-pain castration method in the Callicrate Bander to be used on young animals. Callicrate has introduced the 'WEE' Bander in response to a growing demand for an effective, yet painfree castration method for young animals. While he prefers castrating older animals using the Callicrate Bander, he concedes that many ranchers prefer early castration. "Today ranchers still castrate early using elastrator bands," Callicrate says. "One of the most stressful things you can do to an animal is the use of elastrator rings. They simply don't get tight enough. The animal swells into it." The new 'WEE' Bander solves this problem.
The Wee Bander eliminates pain of early castration.
The new product is designed for animals from birth through three weeks of age, and is simple to use. The 'WEE' Bander completely shuts off the blood supply, and thus the pain response, eliminating stress for the animal. "It's for those producers who want to castrate early," stated Callicrate. "As long as it fits through the triangular loop opening, it's the right size." For more information call 800-858-5974 or visit www.CallicrateBanders.com. ____________________________________
Trimble Introduces New Agriculture App for Fleet Management Trimble recently announced the Connected Farm™ Fleet app built to serve managers and technicians by enabling them to access their fleet information from any location. Using smartphones and tablets, the app enables the fleet management portion of Trimble’s industry-leading Connected Farm Web solution to go mobile. With the app, managers can track the location O CTO BER 2013
of vehicles, receive geo-fence and curfew alerts, analyze vehicle status, and view historical positions. The app can display current status information such as whether the vehicle is idling, moving, working or delayed. This information flows into the Connected Farm Web solution, which allows managers to analyze the efficiency and productivity of their fleet.
ing's drills out-perform track and truck mounted drills, especially in places where overhead space is limited. For ranches and farms in rocky areas, the 9-3B Vibratory Drill provides an effective solution for cutting through that rock to dig post holes, run electrical lines or fit irrigation pipes.
“The popularity of mobile apps continues to grow in agriculture,” said Joe Denniston, vice president for Trimble’s Agriculture Division. “Agribusiness managers are looking for ways to be more efficient and manage their fleets while on the go. By providing remote access to fleet information, the Connected Farm Fleet app can help increase efficiency and flexibility.” The free Connected Farm Fleet app is expected to be available in the third quarter of 2013 and is compatible with a variety of smartphones and tablets using an iOS or Android™ operating system. To download the app, go to the Apple App StoreSM or Google Play™ Store or visit: www.connectedfarm.com. In order to view their fleet’s information on the Connected Farm Fleet app, customers will need to purchase Trimble’s vehicle management service as well as a DCM-300 modem with data cellular service for each vehicle that will be tracked. Customers can use a demo function to explore the features provided before subscribing to the service. Contact a local Trimble dealer at www.trimble.com/locator for more information.
For more information call 417-876-3011 or visit www. harlemanmfg.com.
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New Skid-Steer Mounted Drill Cuts Through Solid Rock in Fraction of Time
Kubota Adds Two New Models to its M-Series Utility Ag Tractor Line
The newly introduced Harleman 9-3B Vibratory Drill offers 300-percent faster drilling time.
New M7060 Deluxe 12-Speed 4WD Cab Model Leads the Pack.
The New Harleman 9-3B Vibratory Drill continues the long-standing excellence customers have come to expect form Harleman Manufacturing. With a drilling speed increase of up to 300 percent, the 9-3B Vibratory Drill allows farmers to punch through rock efficiently. The 9-3B mounts directly to a skid steer for ease of use. Popular with utility companies, Harleman Manufacturing's Vibratory Drills can drill into solid rock where other brands fail. The newly released 9-3B model uses a constant vibration combined with one of the company's patented heavy duty augers to deliver even greater drilling speed and efficiency than previous models. As skid steer vibratory drills, Harleman Manufactur-
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Kubota Tractor Corporation introduces two new models to its premium M-60 utility ag tractor line: the M6060 and M7060. The deluxe M7060 new 12-speed transmission cab and ROPS model offers reduced engine emissions, high-capacity hydraulics, low noise and electric engagement of four-wheel drive with the flip of a switch. Farms of all sizes will benefit from Kubota’s updated M60 tractors with their increased power and added versatility to tackle a range of jobs with ease – from hauling, material handling and loader work to snow removal and operating hay tools. “I’ve been with Kubota for 31 years, and over the years we are continuing to grow and expand our utility tractor offerings for customers big and small,” said Paul Williams, senior product manager for Kubota. “The demand will be high for the M7060 12-speed cab tractor because we have heard from dealers and customcontinued on next page...
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ers alike that a deluxe model hay tractor would fulfill their needs – from handling small balers, round or square, to raking and disc mowing, and more.”
American Angus Association Tag Store Features New Items
The service enables better decision making for higher profitability.
Get ready for the fall sale season by ordering ear tags and supplies online. The American Angus Association®’s Tag Store is introducing some exciting new product enhancements right in time to prepare for the fall sale season. The online store now offers the Dark & Durable™ tag marking process as the new standard tag mark, as well as the new ProGripII™ Universal Tag Applicator. For more information visit www.kubota.com. ____________________________________
Featherlite’s Model 8271 Stock Hauler Combines the Best Features of Semi and Gooseneck Stock Trailers What do you get when you cross a gooseneck hitch with a semi stock trailer? If you’re Featherlite Trailers, you get the Model 8271, one of the most versatile, high-capacity stock trailers on the market. The innovative trailer was designed for farmers and ranchers, who often need to haul a herd of cattle or passel of hogs in as few trips and with as little hassle as possible. The Model 8271 helps solve this problem by combining the chassis of a 40’ semi stock trailer with an all-aluminum subframe and a gooseneck hitch. A lack of internal fenders further increases the Model 8271’s impressive carrying capacity. The gooseneck hitch not only improves maneuverability but also allows the Model 8271 to be hauled by a wider variety of vehicles than a trailer with a semi hitch would allow. Farmers and ranchers can also customize the Model 8271 with options that include halogen load lights, colored side sheets and aluminum wheels.
“The new product improvements Destron Fearing has introduced make viewing and inserting tags easier,” says Ginette Kurtz, AngusSource Genetic® program manager. “I think producers are going to enjoy the new changes and see an improvement in efficiency.” Now is the time for cattlemen to start ordering custom tags for fall production or bull sales, Kurtz says, and the ear tags offered by The Tag Store are an effective way to promote a farm or ranch. The interactive website allows producers to upload customized spreadsheets and view a proof before placing the order.
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The tool helps all growers regardless of their previous experience with precision agriculture. Davy pointed out that growers just getting started in high efficiency farming can benefit right from the start: "Our goal with high efficiency farming is to produce more output per unit of input. Whether it be fertilizer, fungicide, seeds or other inputs, we seek to optimize the return." By refining their management approach using the equipment they have already, growers make more informed decisions resulting in more production per unit of input. He also noted that those growers who have access to VRT make swifter strides with better data and decision-making tools. For more information visit www.geosys-inc.com. ____________________________________
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GEOSYS Field Profit Planner TM for High Efficiency Farming Introduced
New Ranchmate TM Work Gloves Give the FFA a Hand Sales of FFA-licensed products support agricultural education. Preformed Line Products (PLP) has announced the national launch of its Ranchmate™ FFA-licensed work gloves, the newest addition to the company's line of innovative wire fencing products and accessories.
GEOSYS Inc. announced its launch of the GEOSYS Field Profit Planner, a comprehensive tool for farmers and their advisors who pursue high efficiency farming. The Profit Map quickly and easily shows the profit in each area of the field based on the costs data a grower will provide. Blue areas represent the most profitable areas of the field. The break-even or areas of loss in the field are indicated in red.
“Farmers know that time is money,” Justin Queensland, Featherlite U.S. Dealer Sales Manager, said. “The Model 8271 helps them save both.”
"The foundation of the service is 10 or more years of field biomass data," said Norm Davy, GEOSYS senior vice president. "Farmers get a fast start by instantly gaining access to GEOSYS data that best represents the actual productive capacity of the field. Other approaches using a single factor, like soil sampling or years of yield maps, which requires significant time to establish can be less accurate."
Under agreement with The National FFA Organization (formerly Future Farmers of America), the four styles of gloves each feature the FFA-licensed motto or logo. Every sale of the gloves will support the FFA,
The new cloud-based GEOSYS Field Profit Planner service gives growers quick analyses of their individual fields while also providing insight into productivity across the entire farm. Unique to the GEOSYS platform, profit analysis for each field is included as part of the standard package. Each grower's individual field costs and yields can be used to calculate returns on each field or variable rate technology (VRT) field zone. The data is displayed in an easy-to-use format.
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a national agricultural educational organization for youth. The Ranchmate work gloves are designed to offer superior hand protection for farming, ranching, fencing, gardening and other tasks. The gloves are manufactured in the USA of full grain cowhide, and are form fitting and water-resistant. "As innovators in fencing and true advocates for American agriculture, we feel it is fitting that we can offer a quality product that supports future farmers and ranchers," said Ryan Ruhlman, manager of new business development and marketing communications for PLP. "We believe that farmers, ranchers, gardeners and do-it-yourselfers everywhere will love these gloves, and we are proud to pay it forward to the FFA. We believe that agricultural education ultimately benefits all of our communities." All four Ranchmate FFA-licensed glove styles feature two-ply grain cowhide for extra forefinger, thumb and palm support, with a flexible protective knuckle strap that bears the FFA® motto, "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve." The cuffed styles also feature the FFA logo. The standard glove style provides hand protection for gardening and smaller projects, while the cuffed gloves protect hands and forearms during heavier tasks such as rose gardening and working with sharp wires. Cuff lengths range from two to ten inches and the form-fitting gloves are designed to comfortably "fit most." Ranchmate FFA-licensed gloves are available at farm and hardware stores nationwide and online at www. ranchmate.com/index.php/purchase-online/workgloves. ____________________________________
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gals who are working paying for day to day living. The whole bug-a-boo in what you've told me is going to sound overly simplistic. If the second son now wants to join the operation, you now have to provide income to three sources instead of two – and two has been a struggle for you. The problem is this son is showing up without an economic partner (wife) who's willing to support him while he establishes himself in farming. It also means as hard as it is right now bringing in the first son, bringing in a third partner is really putting the farm at risk. The farm acreage owned isn't big enough to support three families. Being as you are in your mid-fifties, you are looking at a tenure whereby you are eventually going to slow down on labor input but still need income to support yourself when you can no longer work. You and your spouse have earned the right to do this because you paid for this asset. Now if you split up this asset three ways and expect to have sufficient retirement income, I think you may be overly optimistic – to say the least – as to what this farm is capable of doing. If you owned two thousand to twentyfive hundred acres paid for and needed hired help from time to time and you could economically justify bringing in another partner, you could take the risk. But your farm is already at risk if economics change in agriculture – supporting two families. Your wife isn't going to be real happy working until she's eighty-five to keep paying the basic necessities to supplement retirement income. From an economic standpoint – and I know every farm father wants to see all of his kids who want to farm farm – but this is not a feasible situation. Sorry. ________________________________________ Do you have questions about estate planning? Need to know more about how you can "Keep the Family Farm in the Family"? Email questions to Michael Baron at mbaron@btinet.net or call him at 800-373-4078.
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When I was speaking at the annual meeting of the “Women in Agriculture” in Iowa recently, several wives said their husbands don’t know when to quit working. The husbands insist they can’t take time away from the farm operation because no one else “can do it right,” or “as well.” One woman said “I tell him he married me, not the farm.” Another said, “I buy tickets to football games and concerts so he has to go with me, or I go alone or with a friend. Eventually he starts to ‘get it’. He knows we need to be together as a family.”
There are two sides to the matter and I am familiar with both. For my first dozen years of farming I felt compelled to not take time away from farm work that needed to be completed. I learned “the hard way.” I lost several toes in a combine “accident” when I was overworking. I have counseled many farm couples trying to resolve struggles over spending quality time together as a couple or family. The adage, "The family that prays together stays together,” can be adapted to “The family that plays together stays together.”
Why do farmers have a difficult time “letting go,” even if only for a few hours to days? Dutch cultural anthropologist, Dr. Lizzy van Leeuwen, suggests farmers are motivated by a genetic inclination toward perfectionism.
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The cost of overworking is considerable. Spouses, children, parents and extended family members feel disregarded by the person who is overworking. Their willingness to help the distressed farmer gradually tapers off as they grow cynical that he/she will change. The overworked and distressed person can experience deteriorating physical and behavioral health.
Her theory is consistent with psychological studies that showed successful farmers buckle down when faced with adversity and tenaciously rely on their own judgment. In previous articles I often have cited Australian, Scottish and American studies that helped give rise to the contention that an inherited drive, called the Agrarian Imperative, instills farmers to work incredibly hard.
I have heard heart-breaking stories from aging farmers who said their main regret was they wished they had spent more time enjoying life with their families instead of working so hard. Regrets, instead of accomplishments, clouded their retirement memories.
pervasive preoccupation with perfectionism and need for interpersonal control, even at the expense of themselves and their families, incline them to be more sensitive than usual to perceived criticisms.
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The farm and ranch callers described their marital/ family problems and problems in daily living as breakdowns in communication, angry outbursts— usually by an overworked husband/father, abusive treatment of others, and growing disintegration of the family unit. Two percent of the callers who said they felt depressed also reported suicide attempts, plans or thoughts.
Only the overworked person can decide how much work is enough. Taking time to recreate with
There is a downside to this genetic predisposition. Dr. van Leeuwen suggested successful farmers’
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44,000 persons involved in agriculture called farm crisis hotlines and helplines affiliated with the AgriWellness network during a 26 month period (September 1, 2005-October 31, 2007) indicated callers were concerned about marital/family problems (24.6%), problems in daily living (27.7%), feeling depressed or suicidal (27.7%), stress over finances (14.3%), alcohol/drug abuse (4.9%), gambling (.6%) and unclassified issues (.2%). Females initiated 54.5 percent of the calls.
Lizzy stayed with Marilyn and me for 10 days in June this year. Lizzy interviewed dozens of farmers and scientific authorities, mainly in the Netherlands, but also in other European countries and recently in the U.S.
The traits associated with this drive have become concentrated in successful farmers, and to an unknown extent in other successful persons who carry the same genetic expression. Research shows less successful persons exhibit fewer characteristics of this genetic expression.
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Farmers, especially those who feel stressed, become angry toward persons who disagree with them or they assume others are judging them negatively and become unnecessarily harsh on themselves, even to the point of feeling depressed. Dr. van Leeuwen theorized their sensitivity to criticism contributes to the high rate of suicide by farmers.
the family and to restore one’s body and mind are investments in oneself. No one else can do that for the stressed farmer.
There is still time before harvest begins to take a vacation. There is no time like now to make a permanent behavioral change for the good of all. Marilyn and I miss our stimulating discussions with Lizzy. She is back home, working on her next book (about farmer suicide). Besides our intense debates, Lizzy told us her favorite times in the U.S. were her walks with Marilyn on the dirt road that borders the east side of our farm. She didn’t care that Marilyn had spotted mountain lion tracks on the road earlier. _______________________________________________________ Dr. Michael R. Rosmann brings the perspective of a farmer in “Farm And Ranch Life”. Dr. Rosmann grew up on a mixed grain and livestock farm in Western Iowa where he experienced enjoyable hard work and 4-H, and witnessed the stresses that accompany farming and farm life. Dr. Rosmann developed the first mental health response in Iowa to the Farm Crisis of the 1980s. In 2001, Dr. Rosmann, along with partners in seven states, founded the nonprofit network, AgriWellness Inc. AgriWellness conducted research and provided counseling services to farm people. It became clearer that a specialized field – agricultural behavioral health – was needed to respond to the unique problems experienced by farmers, ranchers and others involved in agriculture. Email Dr. Rosmann at mike@agriwellness.org, or visit his website at www.agbehavioralhealth.com. You can call him at his office in Harlan, Iowa at 712-235-6100.
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All-Hallows Eve is Just Around the Corner! Halloween is just around the corner once again. For the past two months I've noticed costumes, plastic pumpkins and stuff on the shelves of the big box stores, along with the back to school stuff before the 4th of July.
couldn't figure out who that extra girl was with the kids! It made my husband roar with laughter the next day when they were discussing the matter over coffee at a neighbors house. Yes, Halloween is fun for kids and adults alike!
Out here in the hinterlands of the back country, we don't have parties for the kids. We load them up in a vehicle and drive to half a dozen or so houses so the kids can get some candy and show off their homemade costumes and call it good. We know all the neighbors and they know us so we don't worry about weird things in the candy bucket or that the kids go up to the door by themselves. Mom is watching from the vehicle anyway. We do have to have fairly simple costumes, like sheets cut off and tied on for a ghost, with eye-holes and a black marker face, or an old formal cut off short for a fairy princess with a star made from cardboard and glitter nailed to a piece of dowel stock.
Many of the kids make their own costumes from cardboard boxes, garbage bags, old sheets and pillowcases, clothing from the rag bag or the last yard sale left-overs. They have fun dreaming up something to wear and it sure saves on the old wallet when they make it themselves. Besides, it gives them a chance to really use that creativity hidden inside. Most kids are fairly good artists, costume makers, etc. if given a few things to work with and encouraged to figure out something instead of just going to a box store and buying some plastic costume that will be ripped to shreds before they get home again.
Years ago, one of my boys rolled up his jeans legs and put on a wig of his grandmothers, a skirt and blouse belonging to his sister and a Lone Ranger mask. All the neighbors
We make our treats instead of buying them. Crispy rice treats, chocolate chip cookies, popcorn with some corn candy scattered in it (all in plastic sandwich bags). Our kids don't get all that much for treats unless their parents
take them to a party in town, and then there is usually so much candy that it ends up getting smashed and eventually tossed out. Some folks will let the young ones choose certain treats and the rest are donated to a homeless shelter or some other charity. That's a win/win all the way around! –Until next time, Paula _______________________________ If you have tips or ideas to share, send them to Pennywise, Box 518, Kadoka, SD 57543 or better yet, email Pennywise at pennywise@gwtc.net. Please be sure to mention the "Farm And Livestock Directory" when you respond.
Oil/Grease Remover Hints For Shop and Garage Floors, Fall Canning Ideas, Fix Up Hints and More! I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to clean oil and grease off of shop/garage floors as the harvest season winds down and most machinery is cleaned and put away for the next season. At any rate, here are some reader suggestions... If you use an oil catch pan under the vehicles and machinery when you change the oil it can sometimes slop or run over and leave a mess on the floor. A reader suggested that folks take one of those big ½ sheet cookie tins (preferably an old one with rusty spots), fill it with clay cat litter and set your catch pan on the litter. If the pan runs over, the litter will soak up the oil and keep it off of the floor.
♦♦♦♦♦ My friend has very dark hair that will start showing grey around the edges, so in an emergency, she takes her mascara brush and lightly colors the ‘greys’ with that. It works great as a quick camouflage and washes out.
♦♦♦♦♦ To take oil/grease spots off of my shop floor, I just buy a 5 pound bag of cornmeal. It’s cheap and really absorbs well. I pour it all over the grease or oil spots and leave it for several days so it has time to soak up as much as possible; then, just sweep up the meal. You would be surprised at how well this works.
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which is now available in 12 pound plastic bags at most hardware/box stores. The soda works to absorb the oil/grease and also eliminates odors. Other readers have suggested the concentrated dish soap. Just use it straight from the bottle and let it sit on the spots overnight. The next morning, you have to get down on your ‘prayer bones’ (a.k.a. your knees) and scrub the living daylights out of the area with a scrub brush followed by a good washing with very hot water.
♦♦♦♦♦ One gentleman wrote that he’d had a sack of cement that had gotten a wet spot on it and it had hardened up. He put his two boys to work with hammers to break the cement back up into powder, and then put the resulting powder on the oil patch in his garage. He said it worked as well as the fine sand he’d purchased a couple of years earlier to do the same job. (PS: When I looked in the hardware store for fine sand, it was the stuff recommended for the kids sandboxes.)
Back To School, Again... October is the perfect time to go school shopping. Most of the kids have been in school for a month or so and the fashionistas have made their statements about what is hot and what is not. Some kids pay close attention to these things, and some don't. My kids were the 'don't' variety. They usually wore blue jeans and shirts; t-shirts in warmer weather and long-sleeved in colder weather. Most of their clothing was purchased at yard sales. A good pair of jeans can be bought for $5 (compared to
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$50 to over $100 for a single pair in the malls). I've heard a lot of folks say that they wont let their kids wear yard sale clothes because of germs! Well, did you ever think about how many bodies have been in that pair of jeans you tried on in the mall? (Major germs!) I walked down the dressing room hallway years ago in a big store and got the shock of my life: Someone was trying on a pair of jeans and had left the door wide open– and was minus any form of underwear! Not something I was comfortable with at all! Boots were the only kind of shoes to wear when you lived in the country. The expensive sneakers don't last long in the mud and yutz of the barnyard, and they didn't last nearly as long as a pair of boots. They had sweatshirts and coats to wear and kept them handy in the vehicle so they could go on quickly if they had to get out for some reason. Sometimes, to run a neighbors cow back through the gate. I've started making car quilts from old blue jeans; denim on the front and back and an old blanket in between the pieces of denim. These are to be in the front or back seat at all times. No putting them in the trunk–you cant get to it in a blizzard or if you run off the road and can't open a door! They wear well and at calving time, could be used to wrap a cold calf for a trip to the barn! And, they wash well.
Harvest Time Is Here Again October is about the final month for the farmers markets in my part of the world. It's starting to get really cold most nights, and the garden has been put to bed for the winter. You
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Pennywise: Oil/Grease Remover Hints For Shop and Garage Floors, Fall Canning Ideas, Fix Up Hints and More! can still buy a huge variety of garden produce though, and its a good time to stock the freezer, fill the canning jars and make the jams and jellies (some for those Christmas baskets). If you have no access to farmers markets, perhaps you have a friend who gardens who will gladly share excess produce with you. Can it, freeze it or dry it for the upcoming winter months. Some folks will use this time of year with all the specials on canned goods to build a stash of extra cans of green beans, peas, carrots, etc. to be used in the many casserole recipes available almost everywhere. Years ago, one of my neighbors, who was very short on storage space in her kitchen, put the flats of green beans, peas, etc. under her bed. The canned goods stayed cool and dry, but were handy for her to get to as she needed them.
Ghostly Lanterns These can easily be made by kids 5 or 6 years old. You need some gallon milk jugs, well washed and with the labels taken off. Just smear some peanut butter on the labels and let sit overnight; the oil in it will take the label off in a jiffy the next day. Let the kids make a ghost face (eyes, nose and mouth on the side opposite the handle) with black markers. Then, take a paring knife and cut a small slit under the handle and give the kids a pair of school scissors that will cut the lightweight plastic. They need to cut a hole big enough to get their hand inside (but don't cut down too far under the handle). Next, put some sand or colored rocks (landscape type) in the bottom of the jug and then set one of those little battery operated tea lights in it. Turn the lights on in the evening and set the jug(s) along the sidewalk or on the edge of the porch leading to your front door. It's an easy craft for the small fry and they are so very proud of what they can do “all by myself”.
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For those of you who have kids in sports this year, here’s a helpful hint I’ve used many times over, and it really works!
Steak/Burger Topppers I am making some of this as I write this column. I found some fresh mushrooms in the grocery store the other day (raised in USA) and wanted to keep them for later on when we have some steak or some good big burgers for an evening with friends. I put 1 teaspoon of butter in a cast iron skillet and added the package of fresh mushrooms, turned the heat on low and let them cook. I then turned them out onto a cookie sheet to cool, and then in the same skillet with a little more butter added, I cooked down two very large thinly sliced onions. I'll mix the two together on the cookie sheet, cool the whole works completely and then place the mixture into several freezer bags. It sure is easier to dress up a plain meal when the fixings are handy in the freezer!
Fall Canning Ideas My tomatoes are slowly ripening, but I’m guessing the majority will have to ripen indoors if we have an early fall. So, I’m in the process of clearing out a big space in the freezer for ripe tomatoes. I’ve done this for years and it works. I freeze whole tomatoes in big bags and place in the freezer. Then, when I have time, I take out the amount I need and run hot water over the frozen tomatoes to loosen the skins. I then cut them into pieces to put into jars for canned tomatoes, tomatoes with diced green chilies, or even tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce. When I do the sauces, I do not peel the tomatoes; I just cut them into chunks and run the whole works through my blender. There are a lot of nutrients in the skins so I save them whenever possible.
My boy’s feet would sweat terribly when they were in school and an evening of football/basketball practice seemed to fill the shoes with stinky sweat. While there are commercial products available to put in the shoes and boots, they are expensive and if you have more than one kid in sports, it can be a budget killer. The answer for this is cat litter. Yup, cat litter! I would put about a cup full of the clay cat litter in an old sock–one for each shoe or boot and stuff it down inside whatever footwear they were wearing. Leave the sock in overnight and the stuff absorbs the sweat and the smell. You can buy a 5 pound bag of cat litter for under $3 and it lasts a long time.
Fall Fix Up Hints Ready to get up on the big tall ladder and paint the eaves of the house and don’t want to slip? Before you start the project, put a good coat of varnish on the steps and then sprinkle on a few handfuls of that clean sand you got the for the kids’ sandbox. The sand gives your shoes something to grip onto.
Cheap Shelving For College Students A reader sent in this idea a few years back and with the economy the way it is these days, this is a lot cheaper than many other methods. He says, “All you need are some boards and something to stack between them to hold the shelves apart. We’ve used old bricks, cement blocks, chunks of stove wood and even some old books we found in a dumpster. We drilled a hole in the middle of the books and put a thick dowel down through them to keep the books from slipping apart. They worked for all four of my kids when they were in college, and were passed on to a neighbor boy who is still using them."
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Walinga Ultra-Veyor Push Systems are ideal for transferring product from dryer to storage. Ranging from 500 bu/hr to over 2000 bu/hr.
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The Hardy Outside Furnace. First On The Market, Best In The Field!
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Designed for Centrally Heated Homes Dealer Inquiries Welcome For more information, contact:
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In Indiana:
In New York:
L W GREENWOOD & SONS INC. KEN SHOURDS EQUIPMENT INC. BECHARDS FARM EQUIPMENT 313 Vermont Rte. 14 S. 4606 N. Hwy. 231 593 Rapids Rd. East Randolph, VT 05041 Rockport, IN 47635 Champlain, NY 12919 802-728-5453 812-649-2821 • 800-301-3044 518-298-5381 www.lwgreenwood.com www.kenshourdseq.com bechardfarmequipment.com
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The RWF STALK SMASHER® is the latest innovation in saving your tractor tires or tracks from stalk damage. It was was designed using input and ideas from farmers – farmers who now use it and say they will never again go without it!
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LiQuiTube virtually eliminates flat tires and is used as preventative maintenance to increase the life of your tires and give you better fuel mileage. Bottom line, more profits for your company.
Isn’t that what you want? Stays Effective for the Life of the Tire! How LiQuiTube works:
Seals punctures up to 1/4” in standard tires. Up to 3/4” in heavy ply tires. Coats all inner surfaces of tire and rim to prevent all forms of air loss including rim, bead and porosity leaks. Installs easily through the valve stem once the valve core is removed.
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MOUNTAIN VIEW EQUIPMENT
VARIANT 360 (RC) - 4' x 5' variable chamber VARIANT 380 (RC) - 4' x 6' variable chamber 83" wide pickup with crop assist augers Adjustable bale diameter, density and soft-core height from the monitor ROTO CUT® (RC) for fine chop Financing available through CLAAS Financial Services Your harvesting specialist | www.claasofamerica.com
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Plattsburgh, NY 518-561-3682 Malone, NY 518-483-0420 Middlebury, VT 802-388-4482 Rutland, VT 802-775-0710 www.mountainvieweq.com In Pennsylvania:
MM WEAVER & SONS 169 N. Groffdale Rd. Leola, PA 17540 717-656-2321
RUTLEDGE REPAIRS 674 Callicoon Rd. Damascus, PA 18415 570-224-4319
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You can't break them, and they won't break you! What are the advantages of our tanks? + Unconditional Lifetime Warranty + Heavy insulation moderates water temperatures in both extreme heat or cold + Cost effective compared to other solutions + High-capacity 12+ can drink simultaneously
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+ Grow less algae, keep water cleaner + Can be customized for any size livestock + Sizes available from 300 - 1800 gallons + Make excellent feeders for corrosive feeds + Approved for cost-share in most areas To find your nearest dealer, or to inquire about becoming a dealer, please call Will Mahoney at 800-365-5850 or visit www.TireTank.com or bestlivestockequipment.com
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We have developed and field tested our DOUBLE PUMPING COMPRESSOR consisting of 2-Firestone and/or Goodyear Air Shocks ( Bellows ).
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Contact your local Bandit dealer to schedule a demonstration at your job site! SMALL EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS (BUSH CHIPPERS, STUMP GRINDERS, ARBORVAC) In Connecticut:
In Massachusetts:
MUENCH CO. INC.
CLEAVES COMPANY INC.
15 Virgil St., Stamford, CT 06902 203-323-9921 www.muenchcompany.com
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in Delware:
In New York:
IRON SOURCE LLC
WESTCHESTER TRACTOR INC.
25113 Dupont Blvd., Georgetown, DE 19947 302-856-7545 • 888-733-5119 www.ironsourcede.com
60 International Blvd., Brewster, NY 10509 845-278-7766 www.wtractor.com
LARGE EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS (BEAST RECYCLERS, WHOLE TREE CHIPPERS, FOREST MOWERS) In Virginia/Delaware:
MCCLUNG-LOGAN EQUIPMENT CO., INC. www.mcclung-logan.com Manassas, VA 703-393-7344 Winchester, Va 540-722-3700 Chesapeake, Va 757-485-3314 Richmond, Va 804-266-0000 Roanoke, VA 540-989-3750 Wise, VA 276-328-8027 Bridgeville, DE 800-638-6012 www.mcclung-logan.com
If your region is not represented above, please call us or visit us online for asistance.
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In New Hampshire:
PROFILE POWERSPORTS INC. 1319 White Mountain Hwy. Conway, NH 03818 603-447-5855 www.profilepowersports.com Five Paw Dealer In Ohio:
BROWNIE'S TRACTORS & IMPLEMENTS 14145 State Rte. 691 Nelsonville, OH 45764 740-753-9242 www.browniestractors.com
MOON TRACTOR CO. 898 W. Main St., Hillsboro, OH 45133 937-393-4258 www.moontractor.com In business since 1949.
OWENS IMPLEMENT INC. 5219 Deis Hill Rd. NW Dover, OH 44622 330-343-5708 In Pennsylvania:
WERTZ FARM & POWER EQUIPMENT INC. 6877 Lineboro Rd., Glen Rock, PA 17327 717-235-0111 www.wertzpowerequipment.com B18
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BINKLEY & HURST
133 Rothsville Station Rd. Lititz, PA 17543 717-626-4705 • 800-414-4705 www.binkleyhurst.com
HETRICK FARM SUPPLIES INC. 772 Olean Trail New Bethlehem, PA 16242 814-275-3507 In New York:
LAMB & WEBSTER INC. 601 W. Main Street Springville, NY 14141 716-592-4923 4397 Rt. 98 North Java, NY 14113 585-535-7671 1085 Sandy Lake Road Grove City, PA 16127 724-264-4403
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MONROE TRACTOR
17863 Goodnough Street Adams Center, NY 315-583-5486 • 800-962-4686 Albany, NY 518-785-8013 • 800-926-4227 Auburn, NY 315-258-0122 • 800-362-4686 Batavia, NY 585-343-9263 • 800-388-4113 Binghamton, NY 607-754-6570 Canadaigua, NY 585-394-7260 • 800-388-6119 Elmira, NY 607-739-8741 Hornell, NY 607-324-2110 www.monroetractor.com In Ohio:
GAUSE EQUIPMENT
33170 State Route 172 Lisbon, OH 44432 330-222-1521 • 800-825-6446 www.gauseeq.com
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E. Rissler Mfg. LLC MFG. IN PENNSYLVANIA SINCE 1971 • All Poly & Treated Wood Conveyors • Taper Board Feeders • Bottom & Top Delivery Conveyors • 11" - 18" - 24" 30" Widths • Single & Double Chain • Belt Conveyors, S.S. Body
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New Sunflower 1435 Series Disc Harrows Meet your new competitive edge – the latest innovation in America’s best-selling line of disc harrows. Sunflower 1435 Series disc harrows offer you more stability and better penetration for more efficient operation in the toughest field conditions. Choose from seven models ranging from 20-ft., 7-in. to 35-ft., 10-in. working widths. All models feature aggressive, overlapping 20-degree angle front gangs and staggered rear gangs for superior performance. Plus, a list of options – from heavy-duty walking tandem wheels to hydraulic self-leveling and a choice of finishing attachments – lets you select the package that best suits your needs. Stop by your local dealer today. Accept no imitations. There is only one Sunflower.
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•5' width - offset design. •Two gangs of 10, 10" diameter blades on 6" spacing (20 blades total). •Cat-I 3-Pt. hitch with 7/8" dia.. lower lift pins.
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In Ohio:
In New Hampshire:
In Indiana:
HOMIER & sunflower quality NEW& BOSTON TRUCK TROXEL now you can have value in a high-performance vertical tillage implement.
SONS INC. & EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT CO. The new Sunflower 6630 Series vertical tillage tools feature famous Sunflower durability, efficient, high-performance 119 N.action, Hyman St. engineering. 506 Vernon Rd. 983 N.serrated State Rd. 13 tillage and innovative Plus,Mont the 6630 implements feature the stay-sharp, Sunflower Payne, OH 45880 (Rte. 13) Wabash, 46992 penetrates Saber Blade vertical tillage blades. The Saber Blade cuts through tough crop residue with ease and IN 419-263-2317 New Boston, NHaction 03070 hard soils. The rippled Saber Blade profile creates a soil mixing not possible with any260-563-1149 other blade. The crop residue is sized, mixed and anchored for faster603-487-5148 soil warm-up and resistance to wind and water erosion. www.homierandsons.com www.troxelequipment.com ™
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Now you can have Sunflower quality & value in a highperformance vertical tillage implement
The new Sunflower 6630 Series vertical tillage tools feature famous Sunflower durability, efficient, high-performance tillage action, and innovative engineering. Plus, the 6630 implements feature the staysharp, serrated Sunflower Saber Blade™ vertical tillage blades. The Saber Blade cuts through tough crop residue with ease and penetrates hard soils. The rippled Saber Blade profile creates a soil mixing action not possible with any other blade. The crop residue is sized, mixed and anchored for faster soil warm-up and resistance to wind and water erosion. See your Sunflower dealer today to learn more about the 6630 vertical tillage line up.
In Michigan:
DIUBLE EQUIPMENT INC. 4365 S. Parker Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48103 734-994-1313 www.diubleequipment.com
In Pennsylvania:
BINKLEY & HURST 700 E. Linden Street Richland, PA 17087 717-866-7518 888-414-7518 133 Rothsville Station Rd. Lititz, PA 717-626-4705 800-414-4705
WATSON'S INC. 7130 E. State St. Hermitage, PA 16148 724-346-6514 800-466-6515 www.watsonsinc.com
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Serving Ohio, Indiana, Northern Kentucky, Southern Michigan
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ver since I was a little girl, my family and I serve beef at the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters at the Iowa State Fair. We always work the first day of the fair. My parents are members of the Sac County Cattlemen; my dad has been the secretary for a number of years. Over the years, things have changed but the cattlemen’s mission is to still promote beef to the public. I have learned not only to promote beef but service to the public and food quality at a young age. At the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters you can find all beef novelties from prime rib to taco in the bag. In the past couple of years there has been a couple new items added to menu. The most famous is the legendary “Hot Beef Sundae”. This scrumptious entrée includes a scoop of mashed potatoes loaded with roast beef and gravy, shredded cheese and a cherry tomato. It is definitely a favorite of many that come to the state fair.
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I spoke with Deb Bettin, manager of the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters while I was working at the fair. She stated, “I feel that our sole vision is to promote quality beef to the public.” Bettin’s most exciting event throughout her years as manager was the invention of the Hot Beef Sundae in 2007. Through the hot beef sundae, they were able to use the beef product and make it fun to resemble an ice cream sundae! John Mortimer, the President of the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters founded this establishment in 1985 to showcase quality beef to the public. John commented, “It is satisfying to see approximately 1,500 cattlemen come serve and promote beef throughout the duration of the fair.” He also added that the first year they had the hot beef sundae they planned on serving 4,000 but ended up serving about 22,000! I chatted with Ken Erpelding, Sac County Cattlemen’s President and Mike Penniman, Sac County Cattlemen’s Treasurer during the fair. They love coming down to the fair every year, it is something they put on their calendar year to year. It is fun for them because they meet new people and it is a way to educate the public not only about beef but agriculture, as well. I have a passion to advocate agriculture and working at the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters is one easy way I can do that, even at a young age. If you ever attend the Iowa State Fair, check out the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters and enjoy some delicious beef.
Pictured: Deb Bettin (left), manager of the Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters, and the creator of the wildly popular Hot Beef Sundae, stops for a moment to get her picture taken with Kayla Degner.
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Love Yourself and Your Family: Weed Out Before Winter Why are we polite to the store cashier but sometimes come home and snap at our spouse or children? Why do we clean harder for company than we clean for ourselves? Our society seems backwards, if you ask me. I propose that we could clean for our partners, children, and yes, even ourselves with more enthusiasm than we clean for acquaintances or strangers (we could even strive to be more pleasant to our home companions too). Try a new approach as you weed out fall clutter in preparation for winter: Make your living spaces and storage spaces look like company is coming, but do it for you! You deserve to enjoy life in an easy-to-clean, uncluttered, organized home. Treat yourself and your family with the respect that many of us save for strangers: Create a home space that honors and supports you and your family. Get rid of the junk. Look at your possessions through the eyes of a stranger—as though you are company coming to your house. Pretend to be a stranger when you peek into your closets, cupboards, and drawers. When I see my "precious" stuff through an outsider's eyes, I see it for what much of it is—junk. Ouch. If a stranger would call it junk, then that is probably what it is.
Beautiful Keep only what is still beautiful. Something that looked great two years ago may now look faded and worn. Or, maybe it has simply lost its attraction as we have moved on to other more interesting things. Sadly, many tired items continue to reside in our homes. We loved them once, but now the attraction has faded and we are off to other things. When your junk's season has passed, it is time to send it on.
Useful Keep only what is currently useful. If you aren't using something, you are storing it. It clogs your space. Worrying and wondering about keeping it drains your energy. It steals time because you must take care of it, and it seizes you with the guilt of the alleged "I'll get back to it someday." Because things accumulate and take up a lot of space, they prevent new stuff that would be more useful from entering your life. You don't get to have the latest technology or take on a new hobby that interests you because your dwelling is already bulging at the seams. Get rid of things that were useful in the past to make room for what would be useful to you now. Be kind to yourself. Give yourself room to grow.
Sentimental Keep only what is seriously sentimental. Seriously. The moments and the memories reside in you, not in your stuff. You are the one who had the experiences you associate with the stuff, and besides, your stuff can't talk! Take a photo. Write in a journal about the memory. Keep a photo album or scrapbook to share your special memories with others. If you still "need" to save the sentimental item itself, maybe you could save just a piece of it. A button or a swatch of fabric is easier to save than the whole jacket. From a dated collection, choose two or three favorite pieces, and consider passing on the rest.
For you and your family Finally, be thorough. Be thorough for yourself and your family. Clean out all the spaces you live in. Remember the car–you are in your car every day, which is more often than you open some
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drawers and closets. Make this a clean haven rather than a roaming junk-mobile. Clean the inside of the car. Wipe off the dust. Clean the insides of the windows. Have a trash container in the car, and keep a trash can near where you park your car, so that every time you get out of your car, you can take your litter with you and dispose of it. You wouldn't want friends to climb in to a messy car seat, so why would you want to either? Don't forget your laundry area. Though it isn't a company spot, you and your loved ones probably spend a lot of time there. Treat yourself by making it as pleasant as possible. Toss out odds and ends, mending that never got done, and laundry products that aren't part of your current repertoire. Install shelves or cabinets above the washer and dryer to store what you need there, and create a clean flat area to fold there if you can. If you have wall space, put a corkboard or picture frame that holds a collage of family photos and happy memories to ponder while you do laundry! After the laundry area, think about your garage. After all, you walk through this area every time you come home or leave. Who wants to be pulled down by the old junk that manages to breed in the garage? Donate the outgrown toys. Toss the unused lumber, and recycle those cardboard boxes. As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, I try to do a fall clutter control sweep through all areas of our home. As we prepare to burrow in for winter, I want our nest to be as uncluttered and pleasant as possible. It sounds corny, but if you think about it, even animals don't foul their own nests. Why would we?
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On the way to church one could see the rain had done some damage. Water had run over the roads, and fields were under water, cornstalks piled where they shouldn't be and dirt, that precious topsoil deposited in the ditch.
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Fields are rough looking, and crops have an uneven look. Land is a valuable commodity and we certainly don't want it flowing down the river. That top soil cannot be put back. The land is ruined, less productive. It didn't have to be. The farmers who use no-till practices saw very little soil movement, and if they did it often occurred because a neighboring farm had a major washout or flooding that overflowed to their farm land. We farm this land the time we are here on this earth; we really must protect it for future generations. It isn't so much about the bragging rights that come with how many acres you planted, but rather it what you did with the land when it was in your hands. There are plenty of reasons to incorporate no till practices into farming operations. For soil conservation, it beats terraces. It works, it saves money and energy; it conserves water and keeps soil where it belongs—in the fields . The pictures tell a better story than I could ever write. They support the question, “Why NOT no till!”
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Why the Humble Hamburger is King of All Meats The hamburger is the most popular staple in America; it is found in more homes and featured on more menus than any other entree. Thus, it has been coined the king of all meats.
How times have changed! Some hundred plus years later we walk around the fair eating everything on a stick.
inexpensive, as more cost in this case doesn’t mean better.
becue or the relaxed atmosphere of friends and family gatherings. But nothing can ruin a good time more than poor meat selection or inappropriate cooking procedures.
And you can have it both ways, as in more flavor and less expense by simply cooking off the excess fat. The browning process will cook off any excess. This also enhances appearance and according to a recent study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, this will reduce the fat content by as much as half. So, don’t take my word for it; the diet folks are actually on my side.
Temperature and timing are the keys to a memorable cookout. Where there is smoke, there is fire! Tend to business and watch what you‘re doing very closely, as just one flare-up can make the difference between success and failure. A good cook will flip once and avoid burning.
Grilling is the social barometer of neighborhood fence climbing and a patio get-together. It‘s hard to stay away from the aroma of a bar-
The hamburger has become an American icon, so take pride in both preparation and cooking.
The hamburger is that one meat product that cuts across the entire beef industry, and from which every weight and grade becomes a contributor. From the finest dining pleasure of prime beef to that of the lowly cow standing upright at the manger — it all makes hamburger. Each contributes to the mix and blend of all its parts to make whole the humble hamburger.
The hamburger is always of greatest demand during the grilling season, but remember, lean is not always better. Let’s face it: when it comes to ground meat, fat adds flavor. Fat adds flavor to any cut of meat, thus the need for marbling found in the higher quality cuts of meat. But adding fat is particularly important in hamburger, as most hamburgers come from low quality cull cows. This meat contains little or no marbling and would be extremely dry and tasteless if it weren’t for the co-mingling and mixing of fat trim from higher quality cuts.
The burger was discovered and declared official in 1885 in Seymour, Wisconsin. A guy by the name of Charles Nagreen is credited for the achievement, and will be forever remembered as Hamburger Charlie.
This stirs up a very controversial subject with me, as the lean-fanatics in this country continue to push a lean and healthier alternative. My response is, “So is eating shoe leather, but what about taste and satiety value"?
State lawmakers have proudly laid claim to declaring Wisconsin as the home of the hamburger. The State assembly recently served up a proclamation that Seymour beat out other competitors such as Athens, Texas, and New Haven, Connecticut, for the coveted title of being the hamburger capital of the country.
The harder we push lean, the faster we turn people away from the meat counter. l respect the claims of fat, but not at the expense of destroying the demand for high quality meat. (Everything in moderation!)
A hamburger fit for a king is the best way to describe this hamburger joint, just a few miles outside the twin cities. While on a recent road trip, my wife and l came upon the town of Miesville, Minnesota, (population 132). It was lunchtime, and we just couldn’t resist the appeal of a restaurant that featured only hamburgers — 54 different kinds to be exact.
Does this cause you to pause and give thought to a new appreciation for that which is most affordable and available to all? The cost is nearly free, but the value is nearly priceless. This is good news for everyone, but especially for livestock producers. To be such a major contributor can’t be taken for granted, nor can the hamburger be taken for granted. The Hamburger is the staple that binds both America and the meat and livestock industry together.
Nagreen began selling his world-famous hamburger at age 15 at the first Seymour fair in 1885, and later at the Brown County and Outagamie County fairs. At that time he was doing meatballs on a stick and decided to flatten them out and put them between two pieces of bread, so people could walk around the fair eating the hamburger.
Though the burger may not be the health food of choice, it has been declared the all American food of preference, not only on special occasions, but every day. The burger has probably done more for the livestock industry than any other meat product. The health issue is debatable; we can talk about that some other time.
When selecting hamburger, don‘t always go for the leanest or most expensive. It will destroy the experience of good outdoor cooking. Select the cheapest, fattiest burger you can find and control the fat content with the sizzle. Turn up the heat, flip quickly and sear in those rich, savory juices. Any excess fat will have been cooked out of the burger, while at the same time retaining an unbelievable, scrumptious flavor. To better understand ground beef labels, remember that the U.S. Department of Agriculture says that lean burger must contain 10 grams of fat (4-1/2 grams saturated) or less per 4-ounce serving. For extra-lean, the standard is 5 grams of fat (2 grams saturated) or less per serving. But don’t be misled by those labels. Neither meets the definition of a lowfat food, which is 3 grams of fat or less per sewing You simply have to decide if low fat is your goal or is it eating good, as fat percentages can also be misleading. Ground beef labeled 90-percent lean sounds low in fat, but actually packs more than 11 grams of fat per sewing, and 95-percent lean has 6 grams per serving. Appearance doesn’t help either. An absence of white flecks (marbling) doesn’t mean ground meat is low in fat, especially in red meat, where most of the fat is hidden in the muscle tissue. Again, your criteria for purchasing good tasting hamburger should be
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The Best Burger Joint: King's Place in Miesville, Minnesota
Among the many choices was one named The Knight Burger. This simplified the decision making process, as the name alone set it apart from some of the more mundane sounding descriptive terms. All were palatable sounding names, so if it hadn’t been for the power of the name who knows what I might have ordered. However, one could not go wrong when ordering a hamburger at this place. Joint doesn’t justifiably describe this restaurant, as the country ambiance and big, juicy, succulent burgers were reminiscent of a rich western culture of yesteryear. The only thing that would have described the burger better would have been a more powerful name. Though my name sake was good, an even more descriptive name would have beenThe Knightro Powered Burger. As a testament to the Knightro Report – a national syndicated livestock marketing
King's Place, Miesville, Minnesota column that is dedicated to the meat industry – it would be an honor to have this special burger featured on the menu. The illustratively, appealing menu was the brain-child of Jerry Greentree, who has since turned the management of his business over to his daughter. After more than a quarter of a century, going through a ton of ground beef per month, it looks like it will stay in the family for generations to come. If you’re in the area be sure to stop and treat yourself to one of life’s finest dining pleasures. And when you place your order for one of their luscious burgers, please ask for the The Knightro Powered Burger.
YOUR VOICE IN THE MARKETING PLACE OF YOUR CHOICE — KNIGHTRO SESSIONS MENDING FENCES AND TENDING SENSES Ken E. Knight is the author of the “Knightro Report”, a nationally syndicated livestock-marketing column, which is featured in this publication on a regular basis. Mr. Knight is a graduate of North Dakota State University, with a major BS Degree in Meat and Animal Science and a minor in Communications. In addition to being a professional auctioneer, public speaker and livestock judge, he brings many years of corporate level meat and livestock market management and expertise to the industry for which he now serves as an independent voice of shared knowledge and experience. For more in-depth information regarding the topics that have been touched upon in this report, Knightro conducts livestock marketing seminars on a regular basis. To schedule a seminar, auction, judging, or speaking engagement, please contact Ken Knight, Knightro, 136 Hillridge Ct., Prescott, WI 54021, phone 715-2628480, fax 715-262-8480, e-mail knightro1@comcast.net; or contact the Farm & Livestock Directory, P.O. Box 998, Fort Dodge, IA 50501; email heidi@fivestarpublishing.com.
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BLOCKER ENTERPRISES INC.
497 South 9th St., Lehighton, PA 18235 610-377-0440 www.blockers.com
CHANNELL EQUIPMENT 338 W. Dallas Rd., Urbana, OH 43078 937-484-3406 www.channellequipment.com In Virginia:
ANDERSON TRACTOR & EQUIPMENT
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DRAGOONS FARM EQUIPMENT INC. 2507 State Route 11 Mooers, NY 12958 518-236-7148
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TEXAS FARMS & RANCHES FOR SALE Call Joe Priest, Licensed Texas & Oklahoma Broker
• 900 Ac., NE TX, nice improvements, excellent grass, 23 stock tanks, game, 3.9 mil. includes cattle and equipment. • NEW 735 Ac., LaMar Co., Paris, TX. Big 2-story ranch home, lake, miles of frontage road, minerals, excellent cattle pasture. Price reduced, $2,750,000. • 274 Ac., 4 small lakes, perfect hunting, cattle, nice barn apartment, city water, good quality trees, secluded but only 30 miles from downtown Dallas, price reduced, $3,500 per acre. • 146 Ac., NE TX, ranch, game woods and meadows. 3/2/ homes, 2 nice barns, lake. $390,000. • 145 Ac., Limestone Co. Hunting and cattle, $1,750 per acre. • NEW 50 Ac., S.E. TX ranch, nice 3.2 home, excellent grass, 1 Ac. lake fenced, Trinity county.Very accessible to Houston, Lufkin surrounded by big prop. making big game abundant. Price - $350,000 • 38 Ac., beautiful home site, great school, rural, near Dallas, $5,000 per acre. • 26 Ac. FM road, frontage, 45 miles east of Dallas. $3,000 per acre. • 23.5 Ac., 40 miles from Dallas, 5 bedroom, 3.5 baths, nice 3,000 sq. ft. shop, game. $330,000 • NEW 22 mile, beautiful building sight. Game, big trees, 17 miles out of Dallas, secluded. $185,000
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PEACH COUNTRY TRACTOR INC. 749 Mullica Hill Rd. Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 856-589-3953 www.peachcountrytractor.net
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LITTLETON MOTOR SPORTS 515 Union St. Littleton, NH 03561 603-444-5003 www.littletonmotorsports.com
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OCTOBER 2013 Index This listing is provided for the convenience of our readers. This publication assumes no liability for inaccuracy. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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PRIORITY PAGES A1 Infrared Technologies.............................................................. B16 AB Martin Roofing.............................................................................B8 Air-Vac Systems Inc.......................................................................... IFC Arnold Lumber Co........................................................................... B22 Arts Way Mfg..................................................................................... B11 BANDIT...........................................................................B18 Bergman Mfg.................................................................................... B24 Best Livestock Equipment............................................................ B16 Branson Tractor Co.............................................................................B5 Buddy Incorporated....................................................................... B22 Bureau of Land Management........................................................B1 Calmer Cornheads........................................................................... IFC CASE FARMALL..............................................................B19 Central Equipment.......................................................................... B23 CLAAS BALER.................................................................B14 CLEAN BURN....................................................................B3 CM Welding Inc................................................................................ B20 Cox Mfg. Dba Dalton Ag Products........................................... B22 Crary Agricultural............................................................................. IFC Creatherm.............................................................................................B9 Cross Mfg............................................................................................. IBC Curtis Industries............................................................................... B20 D&K Trailers Mfg.............................................................................. B16 Diesel Conversion Specialists........................................................B9 Dr. Power ........................................................................................... B10 Dual Fuel LLC.................................................................................... B18 E. Rissler Mfg..................................................................................... B21 EBC Holding Company.................................................................. B23 Emerson Manufacturing............................................................... B24 Emm Sales & Service Inc............................................................... B11 Essex Structural Steel..................................................................... B10 FarmTek............................................................................................... B13 FEATHERLITE....................................................................B6 Four Star Services Inc..................................................................... B24 Frey Mfg.............................................................................................. B22 Gabel Belting.................................................................................... B24 GEHL...............................................................................B12 Greene Galvanized Stairs............................................................. B14 Greenwell Mfg................................................................................... IFC Greenwell Mfg.................................................................................. B15 Gro Mor Plant Food........................................................................ B20 H&S Mfg.............................................................................................. B11 Hagedorn............................................................................................. BC Hardy Mfg. Co................................................................................... B12 Heat Master....................................................................................... B14 Herbruck Poultry Ranch................................................................. IBC Hillsboro Industries........................................................................ B15 Hoover Diesel Service LLC..............................................................B9 Industrail Maid....................................................................................B6 Insta Gro................................................................................................B7 Joe Mescan Windmill..................................................................... B16 John BM Manufacturing............................................................... B15 John Deere......................................................................................... B10 KIOTI TRACTOR..............................................................B18
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KIOTI UTV.......................................................................B10 Lechler Ag.......................................................................................... B24 Livestock Steel/All Rail.................................................................. B24 Lowry Mfg Co.................................................................................... B16 Magnum Heat................................................................................... B21 Maljohn Co............................................................................................B4 Martins Tractor Parts LLC.............................................................. B24 MASSEY FERGUSON CUE................................................B8 Mitchel Enterprises......................................................................... B24 MK Martin Enterprise Inc.............................................................. B13 NEW HOLLAND BOOMERS............................................B12 New Horizon Corp........................................................................... B13 Nuera Transport............................................................................... B19 Oakwood Manufacturing LLC..................................................... B21 Performance Medical..................................................................... B24 Phase-A-Matic.................................................................................. B11 Poly Dome.......................................................................................... B16 Poly Tech............................................................................................. B19 Pomps Tire......................................................................................... B23 Profile Tractor Equipment............................................................ B15 R&J Ag................................................................................................. B23 Radiator Supply House Inc.......................................................... B23 Rawhide Portable Corral............................................................... B16 Reman Sales & Service.................................................................. B24 Riceland.................................................................................................B9 Ringsted Welding & Fabrication................................................ B12 Rosh Construction.......................................................................... B13 Schulte Ind............................................................................................B2 SI Distributing................................................................................... B23 Spallinger Combine........................................................................ B24 Strobel Manufacturing.....................................................................B7 SUNFLOWER...................................................................B21 Tandem Products Inc........................................................................B8 TJ Tools................................................................................................ B24 TM Mfg................................................................................................ B24 Tredroc Tire........................................................................................ B16 Tridekon.................................................................................................B3 Tubeline.................................................................................................B5 Tubeline/Horst.................................................................................... FC Universal Industries Inc....................................................................B4 VP Buildings...................................................................................... B20 Walinga Inc......................................................................................... IBC Weigh All Inc..................................................................................... B22 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
GENERAL All States Ag Parts...........................................................................A17 American Agricultural Products.................................................A14 Anderson Tractor Supply Inc.......................................................A17 Bass Equipment...............................................................................A28 Big Tractor Parts...............................................................................A17 BRANSON.......................................................................A14 Bridgewater Farm Supply.............................................................A18 BROCK.............................................................................A19 Buzzard Gulch Inc...........................................................................A11 CASE MAGNUM..............................................................A17 CLAAS JAGUAR..............................................................A10 Cloveridge Converting LLC..........................................................A19 Davon Sales Inc................................................................................A10 DJM Equipment Inc........................................................................A19
DMC................................................................................A12 Don Stratton....................................................................................... A8 E-Tip Inc..............................................................................................A13 En-hanced Products.......................................................................A19 FC Mason Company.......................................................................A14 GREAT PLAINS TILLAGE.................................................A22 GSI...................................................................................A22 HARDI NAVIGATOR........................................................A10 HAYBUSTER DRILLS.........................................................A8 Hey Machinery Co Inc....................................................................A17 Heynes Painting & Sandblasting...............................................A22 Joe Priest Real Estate.....................................................................A27 KAWASAKI MULE...........................................................A26 KRONE BALER................................................................A14 KRONE DISC MOWER.....................................................A28 KRONE MOWER COND...................................................A20 KRONE TEDDERS............................................................A26 KUBOTA BX SERIES........................................................A10 KUBOTA FULL LINE........................................................A24 KUBOTA KOMMANDER MOWER...................................A22 KUBOTA RTV..................................................................A12 Lamppa Manufacturing, Inc.......................................................A2 1 LEXION............................................................................A21 MAHINDRA.....................................................................A28 Manufarm Specialties....................................................................A14 Maple Rapids Lumber Mills.........................................................A11 MASSEY FERGUSON HHP..............................................A12 MATHEWS.......................................................................A26 Medi-Dart...........................................................................................A22 Meg Mo Systems.............................................................................A27 Michaels Stabling Co.....................................................................A13 Milcare Co..........................................................................................A26 Natural Insecto Products..............................................................A27 NEW HOLLAND BALER..................................................A13 NEW HOLLAND T7000...................................................A16 NEW HOLLAND WORKMASTER....................................A27 Norris Scale .......................................................................................A14 Northside Trailer Sales ..................................................................A26 OB&E Rubber Co..............................................................................A27 Perry Equipment..............................................................................A27 Roberts Farm Equipment & Tractor Parts...............................A17 Ron’s Mfg............................................................................................A27 Schmidt Machine Co......................................................................A22 Schweiss Doors................................................................................A14 SHIVVERS.......................................................................A24 Starwood Rafters.............................................................................A25 Strat-O-Span......................................................................................A12 TMS Stoller Tractor..........................................................................A17 Town & Country Auction Serv....................................................A26 TYM.................................................................................A25 Udy Corp............................................................................................A21 Wayside Fence Co............................................................................. A8 Wilson Trailer Sales.........................................................................A12 YAMAHA VIKING............................................................A20 YANMAR.........................................................................A18 Zetts Fish Farm & Hatcheries.......................................................A28
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ASHLAND TRACTOR SALES 1129 U.S. 250 North Ashland, OH 44805 419-289-9479
WADES TRACTORS & EQUIPMENT
8581 Carrollton Pike, Galax, VA 24333
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CALMER CORN HEADS will display the worlds first 30-row corn head at the Decatur Farm Progress Show August 27-29, 2013 in Lot #621 Marion Calmer, inventor and CEO of Calmer Corn Heads, and the team have done it even bigger for 2013! Calmer Corn Heads will display the world’s first 30-row corn head. That is 30, 12-inch rows! Guinness Book of World Records has been contacted to record this as being the largest number of rows ever assembled on a corn head. This corn head is also equipped with Super Calmer BT Chopper® Hydraulic Plate Trash Reduction/Decomposition Kits. A history of “World’s Firsts” have been displayed by Calmer throughout the years at the Farm Progress Shows. Some examples are; In 2002 Calmer introduced the world’s first 15-inch corn head, a 16row 15-inch. In 2009 Calmer introduced the largest 15-inch corn head, a 24-row 15-inch corn head. In 2010 the World’s first chopping/shearing stalk roll that processes the corn stalk into pieces 1-inch long that are also shredded was introduced at the Farm Progress Show. In 2012, the world’s first 12-inch corn head was one of the main attractions at the Boone Farm Progress Show. Marion Calmer, through the non-profit Calmer Agronomic Research Center, has been involved in the research and promotion of narrow row corn since the early 90’s – planting corn in 12-inch rows as early as 1994. His experience demonstrates that equidistant spacing between plants improves light interception and yield potential while a denser canopy reduces erosion and weed control costs. Calmer Corn Heads specializes in manufacturing corn heads for narrow row corn and looks forward to meeting producer’s growing needs for futuristic corn heads. Contact Marion Calmer or any of the team at Calmer Corn Heads 309-629-9000, or visit www.calmercornheads.com
DR® Power Equipment Introduces Complete Line of Log Splitters for Every Log Splitting Need DR® Power Equipment, the company that developed the groundbreaking DR Trimmer Mower two decades ago, has recently introduced an all-new log
splitter line-up. The line includes brand new Horizontal-Vertical Log Splitters, redesigned RapidFireTM Log Splitters, and a new look for the company’s DualAction Log Splitters. DR continues to offer its 5-Ton Electric Log Splitter as well. With the announcement of the new lineup, DR now offers a solution for every log splitting need. For those with extra-large rounds to split, the Horizontal-Vertical Log Splitters pivot such that they can be used in the traditional horizontal orientation, or vertically so that logs can be split right on the ground -- no lifting them onto the splitting beam! For speed, the DR RapidFire Log Splitters are the fastest log splitters on the market, with a cycle time of just three seconds. Instead of using hydraulics, these rack-and-pinion kinetic log splitters store energy in two massive flywheels, allowing the ram to pop through logs in record time. The DR Dual-Action Log Splitters split in both directions, as the ram extends and as it retracts, cutting splitting time virtually in half. The company’s electric models are ideal for splitting indoors or out.
For more information, visit www.drpower. com or call 1-800-687-6575. DR® Power Equipment is a division of Country Home Products, Inc., the premier developer and marketer of professionalgrade outdoor equipment for residential use.
Buildings of 1,000 Uses – And Counting MI Boarding Facility Benefits from all-in-one Indoor Riding Arena, Barn, Office, Tack Room and more! On a small hobby farm it is important to efficiently use all the available space, as well as get the most for your money. Sara Taylor, of Sandy Ridge Farms, took both of these things into consideration when choosing a structure to house her animals and act as an indoor riding arena. Sandy Ridge Farms is home to a herd of calves, quarter and paint horses, chickens and is also a boarding and lesson facility in a smaller capacity. Before finding a
building, Taylor explains, “We didn’t have any indoor space other than a couple of lean-tos.” In order to keep riding year round and provide the animals with a warm environment that is protected from the elements, Taylor began researching structure options. She says, “We heard about ClearSpan through FarmTek, their affiliate company. We bought a small hoop barn from them a few years ago and were very happy with it. We chose a Hercules Truss Arch Building because there are endless possibilities for it. It is so bright and open. Also, we liked the height for hay storage and clearance in the indoor arena. In the indoor, I wanted a lot of height so that if we get a boarder who ropes, they would have room to do so. It is also great to have the loft above the stalls.” Taylor continues, “We currently use the building for livestock housing, an indoor arena, a chicken coop, an office with a bathroom and washer and dryer, a tack room and storage for hay, among other things. We love the light that comes through the cover. It has really helped us save on electricity. The white cover also lets in plenty of heat so it is comfortable to work in during our Michigan winters.” She adds, “I also really like the height of the building. It makes it easy to work on things and maneuver equipment around the structure without hitting the rafters.” Taylor also found some surprise benefits of her ClearSpan building. “Our animals are staying healthier due to all of the natural sunlight. We also ended up using the indoor to keep some horses inside over the winter due to injury or convenience.” She shares, “Even my husband found a surprise benefit. He set up his bow stand in there and shoots targets. He and his friends think it’s the greatest! Now they can shoot all winter long.” Taylor concludes, “I am very happy with the way the building turned out. I would definitely buy another one if we need another barn. This is a great structure for the money and you won’t be disappointed!”
Stop rotor loss in ALL John Deere STS and “S” series combines The ‘RPR’ Thrashing/Separating Concave System will thrash all crops by simply adding or removing the included cover plate. Thrash and separate 20-300 Bu. both wet and dry corn having the cleanest sample and fastest ground speed you’ve ever experienced with zero rotor loss. Thrash and separate soybeans (green stem of dry) and wheat with NO rotor loss. With the cover plates on in a 9870 you can thrash 60 Bu. popcorn with a twelve row head with an excellent test. Five-foot-tall rye grass has been thrashed with no losses; 300 Bu. corn with a 16 row head at 18% moisture produced 5300 Bu. per hour at 4 1/2 MPH with no loss. This comes out to 1.477 Bu. per second! The concave is made of 1” round bars that have a restricted flow notch with progressive open bar spacing. Where the crops come in the spacing is 7/8” on the right side and 11/8” opening on the left side. This lets crops separate in the thrashing area and not travel to the back separating area. The RPR Thrashing/Separating Concave System was prototyped in 2011, sold to a limited number of customers in 2012, and is now publicly available.
For more information, contact CM Welding, Inc. of Frankfort, IN at 765-258-4024 and ask for Donnie. Or you may visit online at www.cmweldinginc.com.
Creatherm S20 Contractor Radiant Floor Panel The fourth panel from Creatherm™ is ready for market and combines benefits of its first three radiant floor panels into one economical product.
For more information, visit www. ClearSpan.com/A DSU or call 1.866.643.1010 to speak with one of our ClearSpan specialists.
The S20 Contractor Floor Panel is twoinches in overall thickness. The lower height profile makes the snaptight grid ideal for over-pour or retrofit applications where a thicker panel cannot always be used. The S20 Contractor Floor Panel is 2’ x 4’ x 2” thick and features 8 radial staggered snap-tight grids for optimal tubing spacing.
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On-center points exist every six inches and the patented design allows the installers to run tubing at 45-degree angles with ease. The S20 Contractor Floor Panel can support the installation of 1/2” and 5/8” PEX Tubing. The new panel will be manufactured at existing Creatherm production facilities. Customers now have the ability to split orders between the widely popular T45, S45 and U45 Floor Panels by bundle quantity.
LiQuiTube has proven itself a dependable and durable partner in any preventative maintenance program designed to keep your equipment rolling on schedule. This exceptional product combines an ethylene glycol-based solution with natural fibers, artificial fibers, adhesion agents, corrosion inhibitors and other solids. It is designed to keep the fibers and solids in constant suspension.
All Creatherm™ radiant floor panels are manufactured out of BASF Styropor ® EPS.
Styropor ®, an expandable polystyrene (EPS) was invented by BASF in 1952 and today is a classic among the raw materials employed for cost-effective construction, as well as efficient and reliable packaging. The most important properties of Styropor® EPS include: excellent thermal insulation capacity, high compressive strength, outstanding impact absorption, low weight, and flexible design capabilities. The foam panels are also quiet, resistant to insects and mold, and virtually allergen free. For more information visit www.creatherm.com.
Maximize tire life and Increase profits with LiQuiTube LiQuiTube coats the inside of tires and wheels to form a liquid inner tube to keep air filled tires properly inflated for the life of the tire which increases profits by: • Extending tire life • Increasing fuel economy of vehicles • Reducing equipment downtime from flat tires • Eliminating tire repair costs • Reducing lost man hours from flat tires • Reducing tire casing damage from blowouts • Extending the retread ability of tire casings A30
Jim was born into a family of herbalists stretching back to the 17th century. He learned these crafts during childhood, gathering medicinal herbs in the Austrian countryside with his grandmother. He was taught that tasting herbs could detect their medicinal value, but balance and proportion were the keys to producing formulas that were effective and immediate. Jim’s heart attack was not a fluke. He admits to having lived in the fast lane, ignoring the healthier lifestyle of his parents. He considers himself fortunate as nearly half of first time heart attacks end in death. Relying on knowledge acquired over the years, he refused the recommended surgery and instead put together an herbal formula which he immediately applied to himself with outstanding results.
Because there is no settling of the solids and fibers, LiQuiTube is always ready to work for you. No mixing, stirring or other preparation is necessary. The adhesion properties in LiQuiTube coupled with the fact that it remains fluid when installed in the tire, provides constant protection for all parts of the tire. LiQuiTube allows you to maximize tire life while reducing fuel consumption and related downtime expenses. These facts of improved economy of operation make a preventative maintenance product that you cannot afford to be without. We are expanding our operations! If you are interested in becoming a Dealer or Distributor of LiQuiTube, we have opportunities available in all areas. Please contact us for more information at 256-5726450 or visit www. visionamericasealants. com About Vision America, LLC. VisionAmericaSealants.com is a World Wide Distributor of the number one tire sealant in the world. Our tire sealant can be used in any air filled tire, large or small, tube or tubeless. From large corporations to the novice hunter that wants to protect their tires, we have a product for them. And best of all, our tire sealant is made in the USA.
Unique heart formula saves countless lives Over 20 years ago Jim Strauss suffered a major heart attack and was told he would need bypass surgery or he would die.
In 3 months, his 2” arterial blockage was cleared. Since that time, Jim has shared his formula with thousands around the world who are living testimonials to its curative powers. One of many clients recently wrote: “I would like to tell you that after three months of using Strauss Heart Drops, I am a new man. I am 86 years old, no more the tired feeling I had, my swollen feet are normal again, and my bowel is working normally. Two specialists had told me ‘we can’t help you’.” — Sincerely, Peter A. Wiebe. Free Strauss Heart Drops information packages are available by phoning Performance Medical Plus toll-free at 877271-1312. (Not available in Iowa.)
Diesel engines can be more affordable with a fuel mixer
started mixing natural gas with diesel, and discovered they saved $80-100 on average per day, per engine. Don Hardy developed a dual fuel mixer for diesel engines to combine natural gas and diesel. The fuel mixing process could then be done economically, by all producers. In the spring of 2007, Hardy and Leon New, an engineer with the Texas Cooperative Extension Service in Amarillo, tested this mixer on three engines in Floyd County. Two engines were Case IH engines–one waas a turbo-charged, and the other engine, a 4-cylinder non-turbo. The third engine was a John Deere 4T100. During the testing, straight diesel was used, followed by a diesel and natural gas mix. The dual fuel outperformed the diesel on all three engines. The Case 4-cylinder had a savings of $1.06 per hour; the John Deere saved $2.40 per hour, and the Case turbo saved a whopping $3.55 per hour. From a fuel savings standpoint, mixing propane and diesel might have been yet an even cheaper mix–but propane proved to be more cost prohibitive, and made the engines run hotter. Hardy says the mixture of natural gas and diesel is “the way to go”, and his mixer is designed to reduce the high costs of running irrigation engines. In the past few years, several producers using the mixer have reported their fuel cost savings has been very substantial. Hardy said producers have told him they have savings of over $3.00 per hour by using the mixer over straight diesel, and have had gains of 100-150 rpm from their engines. Another benefit they have reported is oil change intervals could be longer with the fuel mix versus the straight diesel. The Dual Fuel Mixer comes in a kit, and the cost is $1,595. For more information, email jeff@donhardyracecars.com or call 254-592-4694.l
Realize saving of up to $3.00 per hour, per engine using a Dual Fuel Mixer Just ten years ago, diesel fuel was the fuel of choice for irrigation engines. At that time, is was much cheaper than natural gas. Producers started purchasing diesel engines and abandoning natural gas. Today, things are different. Diesel fuel has tripled in price since 2000. Producers had to do something to make operating irrigation engines more affordable. They
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Product Spotlight
Stop filter fuel gelling in cold weather To help prevent diesel/biodiesel fuel gelling in cold weather, E-Tip, Inc. introduces the Universal Fuel Filter Preheater™ that mounts easily to the engine fuel filter. It is just one in an extensive line of products for cold weather starting, security, safety and maintenance. Cold conditions often affect fuel flow during start-up and in daily operations. When it is cold enough to cause fuel gelling, over-the-road trucks, heavy machinery, automobiles, generators and other equipment that must operate in low temperatures can become disabled. The gelling plugs the filter, preventing fuel passage. The only solutions are to replace the filter or warm up the fuel until it flows again, requiring towing the equipment to an inside location or bringing a heater to the equipment site. The Universal Fuel Filter Preheater™ offers a simple solution. It is a thin, flexible, silicone/fiberglass heating pad that easily wraps around the metal filterhousing to maintain full contact and evenly transmit heat quickly. It converts the metal filterhousing into the heating element, acting an electric blanket for the fuel filterhousing. When it is time to change the filter element, the Universal Fuel Filter Preheater™ is easily released for transfer to the new
filterhousing. The 4”x7” Preheater draws 85 watts and is available in several voltages. See our website’s Maintenance section for further technical specifications. E-Tip, Inc. also carries the 120v “Peel & Stick” Universal Preheater™ to warm fuel tanks overnight. No cutting or welding, just clean mounting area on fuel tank, peel and stick it on. Include both the “Peel & Stick” Universal Preheater™ for engines, hydraulic systems, transmissions, gear boxes, etc. and the Universal Filter Preheater™ in your cold weather package and be assured that you have selected a more effective and complete solution to cold weather-related problems. The Universal Fuel Filter Preheater™ carries a three-year materials and workmanship warranty. A standard 12v Pre-heater is priced at $138. Contact E-Tip, Inc. at 800-530-5064, email sales@etipinc.com, or visit www. etipinc.com for more information.
FarmTek® introduces Mobile Fodder Training Unit With the rise in popularity of its FodderPro Feed Systems, FarmTek now offers current and potential customers another way to learn about hydroponically grown fodder. This new trend in feeding livestock can help farmers become more profitable and sustainable. With the introduction of FarmTek’s new Mobile Fodder Training Unit, users are able to access first-hand information about these growing systems.
FarmTek designs and manufactures Fodder-Pro Feed Systems, which are complete systems for any fodder need. For more information about FarmTek’s mobile fodder training or their hydroponic fodder systems visit www.FodderSystems.com.
Product line expands with the new Pat’s Easy Mover Greenwell Manufacturing LLC, manufacturer of the Pat’s Easy Change system is proud to introduce the newest addition to their popular Pat’s product line, The Pat’s Easy Mover. This system is a front end loader style bucket, a transport box and a trailer mover/toolbar that can be used to tow trailers using your tractor. The front end loader style bucket attaches to the rear of your tractor using the included 3 point hitch trailer mover/ toolbar. Pat’s Easy Mover provides a lower cost way for any tractor with a 3 point hitch to complete many of the tasks that were previously only possible with expensive front end loaders. The Pat’s Easy Mover is tough enough to dig into the ground or scoop piles of dirt or other debris, while the dumping mechanism makes Pat’s Easy Mover ideally suited for scooping and evenly spreading rock on driveways, leveling dirt piles or spreading mulch. The system also includes a removable tailgate which makes it a transport box, well suited for carrying fencing materials, tools, sprayers, firewood or anything you need to carry with you to do a job or move from place to place. The tailgate is easily stored inside the bucket when not in use. The Pat’s Easy Mover can be easily removed from the trailer mover/toolbar, a useful tool in its own right, by removing two mounting pins. The trailer mover/ toolbar comes with a 2” receiver hitch as well as place to mount a gooseneck ball (ball not included).
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The Pat’s Easy Mover is made in the USA and is available in 4’, 5’, and 6’ models. All three of the models use a category 1 trailer mover/toolbar. For more information about Pat’s Easy Mover or any other Greenwell Manufacturing products call 888-2434204, email us at patrickg@bbtel.com or visit us online at www.greenwellmfg.com.
Nuera Transport: Common components, uncommon people Unless you build or repair trailers for a living, Nuera Transport (Nuera) might not be a name you are familiar with. However, for over 20 years, their parts have been going into the toughest and hardest working trailers in North America. Trailer manufacturers, dealers, and repair shops across the nation and Canada have come to rely on their impressive inventory and unmatched technical expertise and dedication to service. Although Nuera boasts over 10,000 parts in Inventory, it’s really their “People” that separates them from other parts supply sites. Like the gray-haired employee walking the aisles of your neighborhood hardware store, Nuera prides itself on solving problems and getting to know its customers. Visit their site, and if you don’t find the part you need or have a trailer-related question, call their Customer Success (not service) Department at 1-877294-7343.
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The company’s new, custom-built fodder trailers are equipped with fully functional Fodder-Pro Feed Systems. These trailers will accompany our knowledgeable fodder specialists to trade shows and other agricultural events around the country, giving attendees hands-on experience with the systems. The trailers will serve as an educational tool at various events, allowing event goers to ask questions and learn about controlled-environment agriculture from FarmTek’s experienced specialists. Fuel Filter Preheater
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Keep your farm shop clean! The Industrial Maid T-3000 series air cleaners have been used in hundreds of farm shops, implement repair and diesel repair shops to control welding smoke and fumes, grinding dust, nuisance dusts and diesel smoke.
This simple, yet effective air filtration system can be chain hung and uses two stages of filtration to separate dust, fumes and particles. You do not have to exhaust air, so your heat remains inside. The Merv 8 (45%) pleated pre-filters take out the larger particles and then the multi-pocket Merv 15 (95%) main bag filters take out the very fine particles. The units are built in SE Nebraska, have a three year warranty and Industrial Maid offers an unconditional performance guarantee. Keep your farm shop clean and safe. Protect the large investment you have made in the structure and your farm equipment.
Product Specifications: • CFM: 3,000 • Motor: ¾ HP 115/230/1/60 • Blower: 10 x 10 forward curved blower direct drive • Dimensions: 25” H x 72” L x 25” D • Weight: 170 lbs • Filters: (2) 4” pleated prefilters Merv 8 (2) Merv 15 bag filters For more information, contact Industrial Maid at 1-877-624-3247, or email Jeff Zvolanek at jzvolanek@industrial-maid. com.
Farm equipment built by farmers for farmers JBM Manufacturing hits the ag market with built-to-last equipment JBM Manufacturing is an Ontario based manufacturer of heavy-duty farm equipment, including a complete line of bale feeders, bale wagons and dump trailers – each one built with a passion for farmer-friendly products for over 20 years. Being a farmer turned manufacturer himself, owner Joe Martin realizes by firstA32
hand experience the attention to detail that is essential for “farmer friendly” products. “I used to be a farmer myself – now we’re manufacturing good, quality products for farmers,” says Martin. It seems their hard work has paid off. John BM Manufacturing now has a dealer presence across North America. JBM’s complete line-up of products includes feeder wagons, skid feeders, bunk feeders, bale wagons and thrower racks. The popular Grain & Forage Boss Dumpers, Dirt Boss Dumpers, and Mighty Dumpers make the ultimate dump trailer lineup for handling everything from grain to dirt and rocks.
hammer mill, or PTO generator. 540 and/or 1000 rpm PTO and hydraulics available. Call us with your needs and we can build to your specs!
Generators Hoover Diesel Service has a large selection of generators in stock, both the double bearing belt driven style and the single bearing SAE housing mount. We also stock parts to keep your unit operating and provide field service to repair or maintain your generator. Give us a call to find the best generator to fit your application.
Business has not been without its share of difficult times. A shop fire gutted the manufacturing facility late in 2012, shutting down production until the facility was re-built. However, the expanded manufacturing space in the new facility means more efficient production of equipment.
For over 35 years Hoover Diesel Service LLC has specialized in diesel power units. If you need reliable PTO power but don’t want to invest in a new tractor, consider our PTO power units. Towed by your truck or tractor, these units are designed to provide stationary PTO power for your irrigation pump, manure pump, silage blower, stationary TMR mixer,
2. American Eagle: Bellow most volume of air; 3 to 6 cfm with a 10 – 15 mph wind–even more at 15 – 27 mph wind. The competition: Diaphragms 1 to 3 cfm– maximum. 3. American Eagle: High volume is more important than high pressure. American Eagle puts out only 8 to 9 psi but can supply up to six diffusers. The competition: Diaphragm more pressure, but can only supply a maximum of two diffusers.
5. American Eagle: Bellow warranty, five years. The competition: Diaphragm warranty–ZERO!
Back in business, JBM is continuing what it does best – producing products that farmers across North American can both afford and trust.
Hoover Diesel Service LLC has the expertise and sources to provide complete power unit packages for the stationary non-road market
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4. American Eagle: 8 to 9 psi will supply one diffuser 14 to 16 feet. The competition: Diaphragms will pump deeper but with very little volume of air. The deeper you pump, the less volume.
Additionally, many items can be customized to customer specifications, and JBM offers farmers a range of options and tire choices to suit their specific application.
For more information, contact John BM Manufacturing at 519-699-4324, fax 519699-6105, email joe@johnbmmfg.com, or visit www.johnbmmfg.com.
The competition: Diaphragms replacement as early as two years.
Generator Sets Hoover Diesel offers a wide range of genset units. We can also custom build a genset to suit your needs. Whether you need a backup power source for when the power goes out, or a mobile unit for on the job site, we offer what you want to fill your needs.
Power Units Hoover Diesel Service offers a variety of diesel power units, built specifically to fit your needs. We can custom build a power unit to include a skid, clutch, muffler, or fuel tank. We have new and rebuilt units available. Call us today to see what we can build for you! We stock a large selection of exhaust components and engine control systems.
6. American Eagle: 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1-year warranty with an emailed picture of the defective part–and it ships out FREE the same day. The competition: Diaphragm warranty policy states the part may need to be shipped from as far away as Canada to be evaluated–then determined if it is the customers fault. Any new part will be shipped at the customer’s expense for parts, plus shipping both ways. (This can take months. We know a Diaphragm customer still waiting over a year.) 7. American Eagle: Pump action is a huge 1 and 3/4” stroke some call intermittent. Most pumps are. The Eagles huge volume of air creates the most effective method of water circulation. More air, more circulation. The competition: Only 1/2” stroke, also intermittent. Less volume of air results in much less water circulation. For fourteen more reasons to choose American Eagle, visit our website at www. pondaeration.com/before.html. For more information, call Joe Mescan at American Eagle Windmills, 440-2363278; fax 440-236-5496 or email joem@ pondaeration.com. You may also visit online at www.pondaeration.com.
For more information on products contact Hoover Diesel Service LLC at 717-3543322 (New Holland) or 717-786-8839 (Quarryville), or visit www.hooverdiesel. com.
Pond aeration windmills: Why American Eagle beats the competition, Reasons 1-7 (Out of 21) 1. American Eagle: the bellow is by Firestone, which can last 15 to 20 years under a heavy duty 2,000# truck.
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Spreads easily with lime spreading equipment. Suitable for organic farming. Superior alternative to chemical fertilizers. Stimulates soil health and improves crop production. Excellent source of slow-releasing nitrogen. Contains 80 lbs. of Nitrogen per ton.
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