SD company targets corn cobs for ethanol production Nov 20, 2009
The harvesting equipment was demonstrated at a recent field day at the site of Poet cellulosic ethanol plant under construction near Emmetsburg ... The farmers came to see new harvesting equipment for cellulosic ethanol and hear details on federal programs that could assist them in getting started in the collection of biomass ... The equipment manufacturers have stepped up to the plate with developing cob-harvesting equipment, said Scott Weishaar, Poet vice president for commercial development. (Agri-View, WI)
Northey comments on Iowa crops and weather report (18) Nov 16, 2009
Producers took advantage as combines ran non-stop on ground dry enough to support harvesting equipment. With driers running at capacity, grain moisture issues are starting to bottleneck corn movement and slow the harvest pace. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Brothers arrested in thefts of bulldozer, more Nov 14, 2009
The AFC provides an Arson/Forest Crimes Hotline so that citizens can call and report theft of timber, theft or vandalism of harvesting equipment, and wildland arson. The toll-free number is 1-800-222-2927. (WSJA.com, AL)
Wet weather delays harvest from Midwest to South Nov 5, 2009
Agriculture officials said Monday that some soybean fields are under water and that plenty of fields need to firm up enough for harvesting equipment to move through. Rice and cotton should dry out enough to be harvested where ready in a day or two. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Budget allocates more funds for small firms Oct 31, 2009
Kingoya Enterprise Sdn Bhd director Gopi Nair says the main effect of the budget on his company, which makes specialised harvesting equipment and tools, is in terms of research and development, and commercialisation. This budget will have direct impact on these items as we have reached that phase with our products, where access to these grants and tax benefits will be very critical, he says. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Soybean loss: $212 million Oct 28, 2009
Excessive fall rains have saturated 91 percent of the state's soil, leaving many crops stranded and wasting in fields too wet for harvesting equipment to enter. Water stands between most rows of this soybean field in western Lowndes County. (The Clarion-Ledger)
COUNTY HAS ALREADY SEEN YEAR’S WORTH OF RAIN Sep 24, 2009
A problem that isn t as obvious, but just as bothersome, is the damage caused to the fields by the combination of wet, soft ground and heavy harvesting equipment. You have a lot of slippage with the equipment and that leaves horrible ruts in the fields, Plunkett said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Big Iron draws large delegation of international buyers Sep 11, 2009
Konuk and 10 other Pankobirlik representatives are interested in sugarbeet equipment, sourcing seed for sunflower production and canola harvesting equipment. The Trade Office began hosting international buyers during Big Iron in International 2007, following a trade mission that brought several leaders from North Dakota agriculture equipment companies to Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Russia. (Agri-View, WI)
Deere Board Approves Russia Investment Plan Sep 1, 2009
-based company said the facility near Moscow will be capable of making a broad range of John Deere products, including tractors and harvesting equipment, as well as construction and forestry products. Deere has expanded globally in recent years, and more than half its agricultural sales came from outside North America for the first time in 2008. (ABC News -- Wire)
Local engineer Paul Burkner honored for innovation, ingenuity (4) Aug 1, 2009
By comparison, modern harvesting equipment allows farmers to harvest 80 acres in fewer than four days. Modern equipment can harvest up to 6 tons of grapes per hour, enough to produce 9,000 bottles of wine, Burkner said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Harvest time's a comin': Combines will hit southern Kansas cornfields within weeks Jul 30, 2009
Steam cleaning, pressure washing and use of forced air may be required for effective removal of seeds, soil and physical debris on harvesting equipment. Combines, heads, tractors and grain carts as well as any supporting equipment including pickups, trucks, grain trailers and equipment trailers should be thoroughly cleaned following harvest and inspected prior to harvest. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Public Safety Log (July 24) (77) Jul 25, 2009
Another caller said 7 to 8 gallons of diesel and two CB radios were taken from his harvesting equipment in the 29000 block of Creek Drive. The thief had to cut into a tank to get the diesel, causing 500 in damage. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Deere & Company Prepared to Expand Operations, Employment in Russia Jul 6, 2009
Between now and spring 2010, the company anticipates investing in manufacturing facilities for tractors, construction, forestry and harvesting equipment Allen, who will become Deere ny CEO on August 1, said the company's investments will help Russia meet its goals of greater productivity in agriculture and forestry and improved infrastructure development. The investments also will enhance Russian manufacturing and technological capabilities, while aligning with the Russian government's plans and... (Canada Newswire)
COLUMN: Still on the fence about farmers markets? Read on Jul 1, 2009
Taste and variety: Supermarket produce is chosen primarily for its ability to withstand industrial harvesting equipment and extended travel. The result is a limited variety of fruits and vegetables on supermarket shelves. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Producers provide land for University research field trials (2) Jun 28, 2009
The researchers brought their own planting and harvesting equipment. Kjesbo sold the corn or soybeans raised on the research plot, although the researchers sometimes took samples back to the university for studies. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Area farms bursting with berries this year Jun 19, 2009
Frigid air April 9 damaged 40 percent of the early-year, high-bush harvest in Southeast Georgia, and torrential rains the past several weeks have ruined a big percentage of the rabbit-eye blueberry crop there, because the berries are rotting in fields that have been flooded or are too muddy for farmers to get harvesting equipment into them, University of Georgia Extension Service experts say. In Northeast Georgia, however, regular rains have ensured a healthy and hearty harvest, said Ron Putnam,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Most of SE Georgia blueberry crop is a washout Jun 17, 2009
The area s blueberry agent for the extension service, Danny Stanaland, said only 35 to 50 percent of the high-bush berries were harvested and some of those had quality problems and now rabbit-eye blueberries are rotting in the fields, which remain flooded or are too muddy for farmers to get harvesting equipment into them. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
GPS helps farmers, golfers, doctors Jun 16, 2009
It helps the driver keep the harvesting equipment on track, optimizing yield, he said. The SkyCaddie, a handheld GPS unit, is used by golfers to determine the distance from their ball to the pin. (Montana Standard, MT)
Blueberry crop dealt double blow Jun 16, 2009
Now rabbit-eye blueberries are rotting in the fields, which remain flooded or are too muddy for farmers to get harvesting equipment into them, according to Danny Stanaland, the area's blueberry agent for the extension service. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Tuesday, June 16, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Case Corp Acquisitions May 18, 2009
Product: Windrowers, Balers, Forage Harvesting Equipment, Mowers. Additional 53 Percent of Poclain, Crpy-en-Valois, France. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
In touch with the Earth: For some local residents, Earth Day is every day Apr 12, 2009
Other vendors include a holistic veterinarian, native plant nurseries, seed distributors, master gardeners, rainwater harvesting equipment, worm composting, recycling, and solar cooking demonstrations. Entertainment will be provided via the sun and the Cochise County Youth Orchestra, the Jones Gang family band, the Arthritis Brothers and Sam s Band. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Montana wheat producer is first USW woman chairman (154) Mar 14, 2009
They are not particular to equipment colors, and use a range of seeding, spraying and harvesting equipment. On their farm, they seed as early in the year as they can get in the fields to take advantage of the moisture and the short growing season, which is usually around April 15. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
About-turn in loans sector Mar 7, 2009
One of them is Kingoya Corp, which deals in harvesting equipment, gadgets and safety gear. Its managing director Yama Yeo admits that the terms to secure loans are getting tougher. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Kingoya sees RM2bil income harvest in next 10 years Feb 28, 2009
KINGOYA Corp, which deals in harvesting equipment, gadgets and safety gear, is making headway in the plantation in-field collection business ... We also conduct clinics in Papua New Guinea as many of the village oil palm growers take their harvesting equipment directly from the major companies. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Farm auction a rarity Feb 16, 2009
Cochran said the auction included John Deere tractors, a combine, hay and harvesting equipment and cultivators, as well as two wagons of small farm-related items. Martz said he had mixed emotions about Saturday's auction. (The Herald-Mail Online)
