Monthly Archives: June 2012

I’ll get to it next week

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Mark Moore

My daughter is getting ready for a big birthday sleepover with her friends over the weekend. She’s been spending the past two weeks getting ready for the event: games are ready to go, movies are selected, food is chosen and … Continue reading →

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Out of the frying pan…

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Mark Moore

Looking at the longer-range weather forecasts, it looks as if my already stressed home air conditioning unit will get another good workout, as will my electricity bill. If there’s one thing we take for granted when we flip the switch, … Continue reading →

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The ongoing weed battle

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Mark Moore

The continual battle to control weeds has been made a bit more challenging due to weather conditions in some areas of the country. I found a couple of articles that provide some excellent information and timely tips. With all the … Continue reading →

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Planter buying basics

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Mark Moore

I dread making product purchasing decisions. While buying tools for my trade (computers and cameras) pale in comparison to equipment buying decisions of producers, they are my key investments to remain productive. However, whether it is a new computer or … Continue reading →

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A cost projection that hits home

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Mark Moore

I’m often up to my ears in press releases, emails, and web links that provide up-to-date cost projections for all facets of agriculture. And true, cost projections can be an important part in the decision-making process…if a tractor costs more … Continue reading →

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Behind the tire

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Mark Moore

It’s no secret that farm equipment continues to get bigger, with increased capacity, horsepower, width, length…you name it. And I’ve been to plenty of events where the “latest and greatest” piece of equipment rolls out. It sure is an impressive … Continue reading →

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Are you brand loyal?

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Mark Moore

Growing up, my father was probably the epitome of a brand-loyal customer…but only when it came to automobiles. I won’t mention brands in particular, but once he purchased one vehicle from this company (and ran that car forever) he would … Continue reading →

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Tractor sales show uptick in May

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Mark Moore

Looks like producers finished with planting had some shopping time on their hands. According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ May Flash Report, total two-wheel-drive tractor sales for May 2012 were up 12.8 percent compared to May 2011. Sales in … Continue reading →

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New ag tour stop in Jackson, Minn., now open

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Mark Moore

Intivity Center, AGCO’s first visitor center in North America, has opened its doors in Jackson, Minn. Also cutting the ribbon is AGCO’s expanded manufacturing center in Jackson that will allow both the AGCO Challenger and Massey Ferguson wheeled row-crop tractors … Continue reading →

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When do you pull the buying trigger?

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Mark Moore

I absolutely despise making automobile payments. And when I can own a vehicle “free and clear” I will do everything I can to ensure it stays running as long as possible. Of course, that can also be a fault, especially … Continue reading →

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