News and Updates from the ground of the 2022 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL. https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/rss en-us Territory Manager for Illinois Mark Cobetto, details the changes made to the updated CT8300 Flex Harrow from Great Plains. These changes include a heavier built frame, heavier built pivot points to help and folding cradle which improve the overall durability and lasting power of the flex harrow. Additionally, the updated CT8300 offers expansive options when it comes to the many tine choices to fit whatever your needs may be. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11924 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:26:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11924-video-great-plains-exploring-the-updated-ct8300-flex-harrow The shanks are the key feature of the new VT1500 Sub-Soiler from Great Plains according to Territory Manager Mark Cobetto. Using a hardening process to extend the life-expectancy of the shanks of which there are two varieties, a straight-legged shanks and a no-till option. The Sub-Soiler also offers a optional berm conditioners for leveling out ridges and flattening the ground. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11923 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:16:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11923-video-a-walkthrough-of-the-new-vt1500-sub-soiler-from-great-plains A welcome addition to any user of a CNH 500T drill is the Quick Adjust Closing Wheel Arm, new from Martin Industries. This closing wheel has a spring-loaded, click adjuster from 0 to 11 degrees based on your specific needs. Made of heavy duty materials, and easily greased pivot points will keep this closing wheel arm in top shape for years to come. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11922 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 15:58:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11922-video-martin-industries-new-quick-adjust-closing-wheel-arm-for-the-cnh-500t-drill Announced at the 2022 Farm Progress Show Martin Industries has attained exclusive distribution of Thrash Master Concaves. Having personal experience with the concaves, Martin Industries President Steve Martin explains the benefits inherent to the Thrash Master and how they can improve grain sample quality, speeds and reduce corn cracking. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11914 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:55:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11914-video-martin-industries-announces-exclusive-distribution-of-thrash-master-concaves The Horsch Leeb VL is a sprayer engineered for “more clearance” and a “flexible track” to provide farmers and their crop the utmost efficiency. The Leeb BoomControl maintains the exact, lowest possible working height at a high operational speed and even on hilly terrain. The flexible height and track allows you to spray on a more mature crop, with row height operation on up to 80”. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11913 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:45:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11913-video-improved-boom-control-with-the-horsch-leeb-vl For those struggling with Corn Rootworm, Bayer Crop Science has been working on a solution to curb the effects of these destructive insects. While competitor's products can offer middling protection by using BT proteins, Smartstax Pro from Bayer compliments its use of BT proteins with RNA Interference Technology which changes the makeup of the root, which when ingested denies an essential protein to the rootworm larvae, thus killing the insect before it can ravage the roots. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11912 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:36:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11912-video-bayer-crop-science-provides-the-tools-needed-to-combat-corn-rootworm Martin Industries President Steve Martin has provided a sneak peat at their new hydraulic row cleaner control system. Entering its beta stage of development next spring, this row cleaner control system is shown capable of independent movement for each row thanks to its hydraulic cylinder from Parker Hydraulics. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11911 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:18:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11911-video-a-sneak-peek-at-the-new-hydraulic-row-cleaner-control-system-from-martin-industries Introducing the new Guardian SC1, an autonomous, unmanned aerial sprayer from Guardian Agriculture. This all electric machine can carry a 50 gallon payload while covering approximately 40 acres in a day, with minimal downtime due to its battery power. Employing a Swiss army knife approach to drone application, the SC1 can spray a variety of crop types across seasons without being limited like other ground based sprayers. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11897 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11897-video-guardian-agricultures-autonomous-electric-drone-sprayer Titan International has devised a means to simplify the tire industry with their Ultimate Flex Technology. Rather than manufacture tires for Conventional, IF and VF sizes, the UFT combines all the technologies behind those tires into one tire. The same tire can be set up for whatever need the buyer has, allowing for ease of use and a reduction in inventory space as only one type tire is needed rather than the prior three different applications. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11895 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:01:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11895-video-titan-international-simplifies-sprayer-tires-with-ultimate-flex-technology The new soybean seed treatment pre-mix from Syngenta, CruiserMaxx APX provides the highest level of performance of Pythium and Phytophthora protection. Every seed is granted the same amount of active ingredients to help prevent major seed-borne diseases and early-season insects and give the soybeans every opportunity to thrive. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11894 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:53:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11894-video-cruisermaxx-apx-the-all-in-one-pre-mix-seed-treatment-from-syngenta Solinftec introduces their newest AgTech scouting robot, powered by artificial intelligence. The automated machine will scan the crops and record their growth rates, plant health the prevalence of any weeds, collecting all this information to allow the grower to make educated decisions about their fields. The robot is suited for farms around 500 acres in size and works best with several types of row crops including corn, soybeans, cotton, wheat, canola and many others. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11893 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:40:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11893-video-solinftecs-solar-powered-robots-use-ai-to-scout-crops-spot-spray-weeds Salin 247 presents their prototype small scale, fully autonomous electric planter. Thanks to its 10kw battery, the planter is capable of running continuously for more than an 1 hour per charge, while reducing compaction and maintaining soil health. While the prototype is a hybrid model allowing for up to 12 hours with its gas generator, the ultimate goal is a fully electric, battery powered planter. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11892 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:28:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11892-video-farming-as-a-service-salin-247s-electric-autonomous-no-till-planter Ostara's Crystal Green is a new 100% plant-available high-efficiency phosphate fertilizer. The fertilizer only releases nutrients while root growth occurs; the organic acids break down the Crystal Green granule providing immediate phosphates for the plant. Crystal Green reduces soil tie-up, run off and leeching, feeding the nutrients to the crops instead of the soil. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11891 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:11:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11891-video-breaking-down-crystal-green-a-high-efficiency-phosphate-fertilizer-from-ostara Vice President of Production Strategy Aaron Kelley details the growth that NewLeaf Symbiotics has achieved over the past few years, while expanding their seed treatment product lines. Their new offerings include the biological product line, Terrasym, microbial inoculants which use a pink pigmented facultative methylotrophs (PPFMs) also known as M-trophs, to benefit crops in a multitude of ways from planting to harvest. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11890 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:50:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11890-video-newleaf-symbiotics-grows-ag-presence-with-new-terrasym-seed-treatments Jayson Conway, of J. Assy, gives us our first look at Visum Airflow, which launched at the Farm Progress Show. The wireless blockage monitoring system for an airflow or air boom piece of equipment is resistant to dust, dirt, water and corrosion. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11885 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:50:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11885-video-j-assys-wireless-visum-airflow-identifies-blockage-in-boom-delivery-system Doug Little, BASF soybean seed marketing manager, provides an update on 10 new soybean varieties hitting the market for 2023. The varieties include the Enlist E3 triple-stack herbicide-tolerant trait to enhance soybean weed control. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11881 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:40:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11881-video-new-varieties-of-basf-xitavo-soybean-seed-introduced-for-2023 Matt Cimino, Adjuvants Manager, introduces us to Nachurs’ new adjuvant formulations that ensure maximum performance and value from both crop protection and fertility products. Nachurs simplifies the decision process for growers, informing on the right products for the best return on investment. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11880 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:23:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11880-video-nachurs-advanced-adjuvants-boost-crop-protection Cameron White, APV-America territory manager, explains how the relatively new company is making a name for itself in the cover crop business. He'll highlight the many offerings available from APV, including APV's Pneumatic Seeders (PS) series. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11879 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 09:21:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11879-video-a-deep-dive-into-apvs-cover-crop-equipment-offerings Steve Claussen, president of Willmar Fabrication, shows off the new Redball broadcast spray hoods and trailer sprayer for improved wind coverage. The 645T Hooded Trailer Sprayer comes equipped with the new Redball Spray Hood which provides 95% reduction in drift versus an open boom, which improves performance and reduces herbicide resistance development. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11878 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:30:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11878-video-showcasing-the-new-redball-broadcast-spray-hoods-trailer-sprayers Erron Leafloor of Versatile provides details on the company’s collaboration with Cummins to develop a new hydrogen engine platform. Leafloor also explains how the engine would provide cost effective zero-carbon fueled solutions for the ag industry. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11877 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:22:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11877-video-versatile-announces-hydrogen-engine-collaboration-with-cummins Field specialist Alex Hay gives us a look at the new Versatile Nemesis models, which feature a larger frame, increased horsepower and the most spacious cab in the industry. The Nemesis 235 and 255 also include a CVT (Continued Variable Transmission) as well as an elongated frame compared to the Nemesis 210. It is ideal for ranching or commercial protein production operations. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11876 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:15:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11876-video-versatile-expands-the-nemesis-tractor-line Mark Lussier, Mandako VP of Sales, shows off the Mandako Storm Vertical-Tillage unit. Storm comes in various sizes from 13-40 feet and features 0-14 feet adjustable tool bars to change angles on the fly. The Storm Vertical-Tillage Unit also offers minimal or no-tillage options via their 13W concave blades. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11875 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:06:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11875-video-mandako-storm-vertical-till-unit-adapts-to-varying-field-conditions Mark Lussier, Mandako VP of Sales, shows off the Mandako Cover Crop Crimper. Available in sizes ranging from 6-42 feet, the Cover Crop Crimper is billed as the perfect tool for flattening various types of cover crops and creating a weed suppressing matte. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11874 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:59:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11874-video-mandako-cover-crop-crimper-flattens-covers-suppresses-weeds Andy Unverferth, marketing manager, gives us a look at the Unverferth Cover Crop Seeder, which uses an air delivery system to spread seeds evenly across soil. The Unverferth Cover Crop Seeder offers an alternative to using a drill, spreading the cover crop seeds, working them into the field all in one pass. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11873 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:50:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11873-video-unverferth-cover-crop-seeder-offers-efficient-way-to-plant-covers Unverferth debuts its brand new Brent Avalanche 98-series dual-auger grain cart at the Farm Progress Show. Andy Unverferth, marketing manager, shows off the metallic black model with a focus on added auger side reach/height and a standard four-way adjustable downspout. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11872 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:40:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11872-video-unverferth-brent-avalanche-98-series-grain-cart-features-added-side-reach-and-height The 360 RAIN system offers a “completely new way to nurture your crop.” The autonomous irrigation and manure application system is designed to follow rows and apply right at the base of the plant throughout the growing season. With a 60-foot boom (24 rows), 360 RAIN applies water through Y-DROP style hoses. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11871 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 15:22:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11871-video-360-rain-system-increases-water-and-nutrient-efficiency Nadav Bocher, founder and CEO of Greeneye Technology, provides a deep dive into Greeneye’s precision spraying system. Greeneye’s AI technology has proven to reduce herbicide usage by 90% while delivering the same, or better, efficacy as broadcast spraying. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11869 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:57:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11869-video-greeneye-technology-system-turns-sprayer-into-smart-machine Andrew Feucht, product marketing specialist at Precision Planting, gives us the scoop on the company’s new sprayer technology, set to hit the market soon. The sprayer products include ReClaim, a boom recirculation system, Symphony, a PWM controlled nozzle system and Vision, an advanced camera system with the hopes of incorporating See and Spray Technology. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11859 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 08:13:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11859-video-precision-planting-unveils-new-sprayer-technology Andy Thompson showcases the company’s Shark Tooth Finger Wheel and explains how it’s designed for faster planting speeds. The Shark Tooth Finger Wheel is effective in strip-till, no-till, minimum till, conventional till and cover crop planting conditions. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11858 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 08:05:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11858-video-yetter-equipments-shark-tooth-finger-wheel-clears-residue-to-improve-planting President Anthony Montag details the GEN II 2108, the new feature rich metering system, but with a single tank from Montag Manufacturing. Available in either 30 or 50 cubic foot tank capacity the metering system can apply up to 500 lbs. to the acre at 5 mph. while being gentle enough to safely meter cover crop seed. http://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11856 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:15:00 -0400 https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/articles/11856-video-montag-manufacturing-showcases-gen-ii-2108