It’s almost a rite of passage for a combine operator to snag an unloading auger on a tree or power pole. Once the swearing is done it’s time to call the insurance agent to make a claim for “collision damage” and then fix the boo-boo. Ace mechanic Dan Anderson shares a secret tip to replacing auger tubes.
Mississippi River levels in Memphis have hit a new all-time low record of -10.77 feet. Meanwhile, companies are not loading as much cargo onto ships and fewer barges are included in each tow, which translates to a 17% to 38% reduction in capacity.
Mitchell Hora, agronomist and CEO of Continuum Ag, advises farmers to implement soil health practices within the context of each field, which includes working with local experts and doing research.
