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No-Till Pays Off, Dollar for Dollar

A long-term commitment to soil health and precision fertilizer use help Jan and Cindy Layman turn their no-till operation into a thriving enterprise.

By John Dobberstein posted on March 10, 2018 | Posted in Seeding & Planting, Nutrient Management, Precision Agriculture

It’s certainly possible to no-till high-yielding crops in northwest Ohio, but for Jan and Cindy Layman, it’s no cakewalk, either.

New Narrow Transport Applicator from Fast Ag

September 1, 2017 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Fast Ag Solutions

New A-Series applicators from Fast Ag Solutions offer a narrow transport width of 11 feet, 10 inches. With tank capacities of 1800 and 2600 gallons, the A-Series is available in two widths of 60 and 66 feet.

New Series of Bruin Sprayers Launched

August 24, 2017 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Equipment Technologies

Equipment Technologies has unveiled a new series of self-propelled, hydrostatic sprayers. Bruin Sprayers will be available in two models: HS700 (700 gallon) and HS1100 (1,100 gallon).

New AGCO Row Crop Applicator

August 22, 2017 | Posted in Equipment

Source: AGCO

AGCO introduces the RoGator C Series self-propelled row crop applicators and all-new LiquidLogic system, delivering innovations needed to meet the needs of today’s crop production industry, professional applicators and farmers.

Raven Introduces Anhydrous Ammonia Application System

February 4, 2014 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

Source: Raven Industries

Raven Industries Applied Technology Division introduces the Accuflow Vortex system, an anhydrous ammonia application system that has increased capacity within a single cooler, which maximizes applicator time and creates a smaller footprint on the toolbar.

More Coverage, Flexibility And Precision Required Of Fertilizer Application

By Darrell Bruggink posted on November 1, 2010 | Posted in Equipment

The trend in fertilizer application today is to go larger to cover more acreage, provide more flexibility of applications and be more precise, according to manufacturers interviewed at the 2010 Farm Progress Show.

Dawn Launches Flexible Fertilizer Applicator

February 10, 2010 | Posted in Equipment

Winter annuals can be competitive in winter no-till grains like wheat and barley, but also at planting time in no-till corn and soybeans. In addition to winter annuals, simple perennials like dandelion are also quite common in many of our no-till fields.

Five New RoGator Models Introduced

July 30, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

AGCO Application Equipment is introducing five new models of its RoGator high-clearance, post-emergence no-till applicators to the custom application industry and professional growers. The new models feature larger-capacity tanks, greater visibility, easier access to the cab and the convenience of a new front-load liquid system.

To Minimize Soil Disturbance, Get Rid Of The Shake

Anhydrous application can be accomplished without tearing up no-till fields.

August 1, 2008 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Soil Health

According to Paul Jasa, Extension agricultural engineer at the University of Nebraska, no-tillers can minimize soil disturbance with existing application equipment. The key is setting the machine correctly and having the right coulters and shanks in place to do the job.

Purchasing A Sprayer: Demystifying The Payback

Because many farmers have relied on custom applicators, justifying a sprayer investment is a new exercise. Here are some considerations, and tools, to help make an informed decision.

By Mike Lessiter posted on August 1, 2007 | Posted in Equipment

Unlike many pieces of farm equipment, a sprayer is not something that Dad or Granddad absolutely had to buy. When spraying became common to cropping operations, there was an opportunity to outsource it to a custom applicator and avoid tying up the capital and adding to the responsibilities of the already over-worked farmer.

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