Are hybrid tractors in your future?

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Mark Moore

I’m sure you’ve seen hybrid cars roaming the streets. I have a couple of friends who own different versions, and while I am intrigued by the concept I will have to wait a bit for the price to come down. … Continue reading →

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April flash report: Tractor, combine sales continue strong pace

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Mark Moore

Tractor and combine sales continued at a very healthy pace in April, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturer’s April 2013 Flash Report. Sale of self-propelled combines continued at a torrid pace compared to last year, with April sales up … Continue reading →

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A lesson in deferred maintenance

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Mark Moore

A good friend of mine takes time off in the spring to help recharge his batteries. He works in the accounting field, so the first few months of the year are very stressful as he works with clients to finalize … Continue reading →

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The other part of planning

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Mark Moore

Farmers are planners…it’s part of their DNA. Whether it’s planning for the next season or the next week, your schedule is often laid out days or months in advance. But one thing that’s often not part of their planning deals … Continue reading →

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Testing tractors

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Mark Moore

I’m certain that you’ve heard of the Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. It’s the go-to place for information on various tractor models and how they perform. But have you ever wondered what goes on at the lab? In my travels, I … Continue reading →

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Lost in translation: from automation to data collection

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Mark Moore

Today’s digital age has become more than just the newest and latest smartphone, camera, video camera or remote sensor. Because with all the gadgets and conveniences of today’s technology there’s one thing that won’t go away….somewhere, somehow, some way you … Continue reading →

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Dealerships continue to consolidate

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Mark Moore

It looks like the trend toward larger and larger equipment dealerships is continuing. According to this report from Ag Equipment Intelligence: “It’s safe to say the movement toward fewer ownership groups in the past year has not slowed. Rather, we’re … Continue reading →

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Precision ag at the forefront

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Mark Moore

I can recall some of the first farms I visited where the first versions of precision agriculture were making their presence known. I could only sit back with amazement at the products being used and the information being produced. Today, … Continue reading →

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A soybean seeding app to consider

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Mark Moore

Here’s an app worth considering. The Extreme Beans app offers information from multiple universities about soybean management practices, but it includes two calculators to help you determine what’s best for your farm. According to the article: “The seeding rate calculator … Continue reading →

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Something for your summer calendar

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Mark Moore

While I know that planting is the first, second…and likely 100th thing on your list right now, I wanted to call your attention to a few things that are happening later this summer that are worth a look. The annual … Continue reading →

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