Grain Carts Hold Their Value
If you pay any attention to social media, you’ve likely seen some memes poking good-natured fun at grain cart drivers. Despite the teasing, the auger wagon is an invaluable piece…
Machinery
A Success Despite the Rumors
Brooks McCormick had great expectations for International Harvester but realized he was facing an uphill battle. The direct descendant of Cyrus McCormick sat at the top of the company in…
C.L. Best: Caterpillar’s Forgotten Genius
Much has been made of Benjamin Holt’s contributions to the development of the crawler tractor. For good reason, as Holt pioneered a great many early advances that made his Caterpillars…
Idea of the Month: Homebuilt Tire Bead Breaker
Robert Gordon of Wellington, Ohio, had a small tire machine but wanted something that could handle multiple-sized tires and was easier to operate. Gordon built a bead breaker using 8-inch…
What You Need to Know About Autonomous Machinery
What once felt like a futuristic science fiction novel is here: Fully autonomous functions are coming to the farm. Skilled labor to operate heavy machinery can be hard to come…
100-Plus Years of Ford Truck History
No more than nine years after his creation of the famous Model T car, Henry Ford responded to the vehicle needs of farmers, tradespeople, and transporters with a small vehicle…
Essential Information for Agricultural Repairs
Having the right kind of welder in your farm shop can save time and money on repairs and fabrication. The tried-and-true stick welder, while still useful, has paved the way…
How Will Artificial Intelligence Change Agriculture?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the tech sector’s newest innovations and will likely impact every industry. Beyond just a buzzword, this technology may be on your farm soon. Artificial…
How to unlock your field’s secrets by studying data layers
With low grain prices and tight margins, farmers may need to find new ways to stay in the black. The solution could be in their data, says Ryan Stien, go-to-market…
Sprayer Maintenence Steps for Winter
When it comes to spring spraying, every second counts. An equipment failure when perfect conditions finally align could be detrimental to a pest control plan. Luckily, winter offers a period…