New to the TeeJet line up this spring, the Sentry 6120 Droplet Size Monitor allows growers to observe the operating nozzle pressure and the droplet size emitted in real time for liquid applications. Knowing droplet size at various pressures is a valuable tool for applicators to help lower the risk of drift and improve the
More >>5 things you should consider to avoid spray drift
Lowering the risk of spray drift is a top priority for any applicator due to the many problems associated with drift. Ranging from government fines to crop damage, spray drift can be a great liability to applicators if not managed appropriately. In order to get the most out of your applications this spring, while lowering
More >>Tire options more critical in wet fields
Depending on the conditions of your field, you may need to consider using different tires to decrease the amount of soil compaction. The right tires can help you cut down on soil compaction while improving traction and fuel efficiency. source: http://www.ipm.iastate.edu/ipm/icm/2007/4-9/moisture.html Data from research on soil compaction at the University of Wisconsin indicated 70 to
More >>Planting trends being dictated across the country
Weather forecasts, market value and changes in demand are among the many factors that influence the amount of crops producers grow every year in the United States. Over the last few years, some growing trends have become apparent. Cotton is experiencing the largest decrease in production, with an estimated 19 percent drop from the 2012
More >>Extreme wet conditions raise soil compaction concerns
Planting season is off to a soggy start with the tremendous amount of precipitation and flooding in many areas which has only allowed growers to only plant approximately two percent of corn this far. Once the fields are dried out enough to get seeds in the ground, it will be necessary for farmers to be
More >>Safety first in the fields
Safety is of the upmost importance when working around farm machinery and equipment. By taking precautions on your farm, you can help prevent accidents and injuries to yourself and other farm employees. According to Kansas State University’s Machinery Safety PowerPoint, nearly 1/3 of all farm injuries are caused by falls, and an average of 10
More >>Record high water levels will affect planting dates
As water levels rise across the Midwest and break records, many states are facing devastating levels of flooding. “Torrential rain last week concentrated in two days or less, has led to major flooding in parts of the Midwest,” according to AccuWeather.com Expert Senior Meteorologist Alex Sosnowski in the article, Record Crests at Midwest River. “In
More >>Breaking down the different tillage systems
Determining which type of tillage is best for your operation depends on a number of variables. By breaking down some of these different factors, you can more easily decide which practice fits into your situation. Conventional tillage is a system that leaves less than 15 percent of residue at the time of planting, while no-till
More >>Changes coming for foreign workers in farming
Immigration issues have long been a source of great controversy, and new immigration legislation is just around the corner that will affect the farming industry. According to The Washington Post’s article, Senate immigration bill would set up a new permanent agriculture worker program, as of now, at least 50 percent and as much as 70
More >>Funding shifted to assist ag with budget cuts
On March 26, 2013, President Obama signed H.R.933 into law, the continuing resolution spending bill which will allow funding for Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS) inspectors through Oct. 1, 2013. The spending bill, H.R. 933, allowed funds to shift from the USDA to FSIS to pay for the meat inspectors. source: http://www.rt.com With the nation’s
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