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Nov. 3, 2011

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100,000th Versatile-built tractor

The 100,000th Versatile-built tractor rolled off the line in Winnepeg, Manitoba, on Oct. 26, 2011, a significant milestone in the company’s 45-year history....More
Oct. 28, 2011

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Top 40 most fuel-efficient tractors: Ratings for tractors #40 through #30

Farm Industry News compiled results from the Nebraska Tractor Test Lab over the last 10 years to identify the top 40 most fuel-efficient tractors based on the PTO test at rated engine speed. Here are numbers 40 to 30. The remaining tractors will be released later.
Oct. 20, 2011

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New Meridian bulk seed tender

The new bulk seed tenders from Meridian feature a self-filling conveyor....More
Oct. 13, 2011

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Meridian Swing-Away auger operates remotely

The Meridian Swing Max Pro auger allows a tractor to remain on the auger while trucks unload from either side....More
Oct. 10, 2011

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Oxbo merges with Dutch firm

Oxbo International just announced a merger with the Dutch equipment manufacturer Ploeger Agro. The two harvest equipment manufacturers report that the merger will help them market their niche products internationally....More
Oct. 4, 2011

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AGCO announces purchase of GSI

AGCO just announced its acquisition of GSI Holdings Corp., a major manufacturer of grain-handling equipment....More
Sep. 30, 2011

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First impressions of robotic farming systems

Field reporter Daryl Bridenbaugh of Pandora, OH, got a firsthand look at two new machine-control systems that automate planting and grain harvest....More
Sep. 22, 2011

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3 tips for efficient corn drying

Here are three tips to help you improve the speed and energy efficiency of your drying process in 2011....More
Sep. 21, 2011

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Dry late-planted corn in a dryer or in the field?

Late-planted corn will likely fail to fully mature and dry down quickly this fall. Growers should prepare their dryers to handle a larger-than-normal volume of high-moisture corn, rather than leave the corn to field dry late in the season....More
Sep. 12, 2011

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Pneumatic grain convey system from Sioux Steel 1

The Grain Push System from Sioux Steel will convey grain on a cushion of air with its pneumatic air system....More
Sep. 5, 2011

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Bullseye controller for grain bins earns thumbs-up

The Bullseye controller from AgriDry was put to the test on Team FIN member Paul Gervais' Minnesota farm. Gervais reports the Bullseye accurately controlled the moisture of his grain bins....More
Aug. 8, 2011

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Unverferth unveils 2,000-bu. Brent grain cart

Unverferth Manufacturing introduces a 2,000-bu. Brent grain cart for the crop farmer who needs high-volume capacities and rapid unloading speeds....More
Jul. 26, 2011

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1,000+ bushel grain carts

There are dozens of grain cart manufacturers that make grain carts, many of which are regional brands. Here is a look at some of the major, national players that represent 95% of the 1,000+ bu. grain cart market.
Jul. 8, 2011

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Grain carts go high-tech

Manufacturers are offering advanced features and options on grain carts to streamline harvest....More
Jul. 1, 2011

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How to buy a grain cart

Consider these specifications when buying a grain cart with a 1,000+ bu. capacity to ensure you get the cart that fits your farm....More
Jun. 28, 2011

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Who’s who of grain carts: Is it Brandt, Brandt, or Brent?

When shopping for grain carts, it’s easy to get confused about who makes what. Especially when it comes to the three Bs: Brandt, Brandt, and Brent. There is the Arizona-based Brandt, purchased by Pitonyak Machinery Corporation (PMC) nine years ago. (See Brandtpmc.com.) Eddie Pitonyak, president of PEC, claims Brandt is the oldest grain cart around, built as far back as 1947....More
Jun. 12, 2011

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BinMaster’s full-bin indicator prevents overfilling

An alert system from BinMaster sends a signal to an operator when a grain bin is full....More
Jun. 10, 2011

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New large grain carts handle corn, soybean harvest efficiently

Grain carts with a holding capacity of more than a 1,000 bu. are in high demand, as farmers look for ways to eliminate lag time at harvest when hauling grain from combine to semitrailer....More
May 13, 2011

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BinMaster BinView offers remote grain bin monitoring

Grain farmers may remotely monitor the levels of their grain bins with a new product from BinMaster Level Controls....More
Apr. 25, 2011

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Propane-powered grain dryer from Mathews Company

A propane-powered Trilogy series grain dryer from Mathew Company will be available in 2012....More
Apr. 20, 2011

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Grain-handling upgrades

Last year’s on-farm bin-building spree will continue as farmers construct new grain-handling facilities to improve harvest and storage efficiencies....More
Mar. 9, 2011

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20 technologies changing agriculture 1

From telematics to crop sensors to drought-resistance traits in hybrids, these 20 new technologies are changing the way we farm.
Mar. 1, 2011

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Bin monitor from GSI and BinTech detects grain spoilage early

The new Binspector-CO2 monitor detects grain spoilage in a bin early by detecting the presence of carbon dioxide....More
Feb. 16, 2011

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NFMS: Mathews Company shows Trilogy Series propane grain dryer at National Farm Machinery Show

Kevin Ryan, Mathews Company, says new Trilogy Series grain dryer is designed to work in one of three modes to match your drying needs: pressure heat/pressure cool; all heat; and pressure heat/vacuum cool....More
Dec. 7, 2010

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Buhler to sell Westeel grain bins in the U.S.

Buhler Industries has an alliance with Westeel that allows it to sell Westeel grain bins and grain-handling products in the U.S. under the Farm King brand....More