Disc mowers and mower conditioners are the workhorses of any forage operation. But when it comes to TLC, powered equipment — like tractors and windrowers — get all the love! That’s a shame, because while your self-powered equipment absolutely deserves the attention, your disc mower / mower conditioner can have a huge impact on both…
For more than 35 harvest seasons, Case IH has dispatched two support teams — backed by seasoned pros and stocked with thousands of genuine Case IH parts — to address wheat harvesters’ unique equipment needs on the spot. This year’s march north is well underway.
Properly greasing your Case IH equipment, including combines, tractors, planters and tillage machinery, is a crucial maintenance task that can significantly impact performance and longevity. Neglecting this essential aspect of equipment care can lead to premature wear and tear, costly repairs, and downtime during critical seasons. Following these invaluable tips can help you grease your…
Disc mowers and mower conditioners are the workhorses of any forage operation. But when it comes to TLC, powered equipment — like tractors and windrowers — get all the love! That’s a shame, because while your self-powered equipment absolutely deserves the attention, your disc mower / mower conditioner can have a huge impact on both…
Take care of next year’s crops by focusing on this year’s crop residue. Crop residue management is a crucial tool to optimize crop production by reducing wind and water erosion, increasing organic matter and providing nutrient value to create a productive seedbed. By effectively managing crop residue, farmers can enhance seedbed conditions, reduce pest and…
There are plenty of factors out of our control as we dig into harvest season. Don’t let a failure to prepare be one of them. As farmers, you know the work never stops, which means your equipment shouldn’t either. Gear up and get ready with maintenance options that fit your schedule and equipment needs.
We’ve been there. Hands covered in grease and mind wandering to the other hundreds of tasks waiting for you after you finish your equipment maintenance. Maybe maintenance was put off a little too long, and it turned into a repair. Now, you’ve spent an hour on the road driving back and forth to town, looking…
With the increasing attention being paid to soil health and the growing body of knowledge on how healthy soils can contribute to overall yields, there are plenty of terms being used and misused. One of those is vertical tillage. So what is vertical tillage and, more important, should you be doing it?
Winter is the time for planning and prep work, and the key to maximizing this year’s return is in your farm’s data. Use AFS Connect partnerships to share your AFS Connect information with all your trusted and approved partners, including those outside the AFS Connect family.
Is your tractor running at peak efficiency? If you’re not using the correct OEM grease, it might not be.
With this year’s harvest wrapping up and winter preparations underway, now is the time to plan for next year. AFS Connect gives you access to crucial data across your operation. As a farmer, you know which of your fields yield the best results – now learn why.
Your tractor, combine and sprayer all rely on batteries to keep them functional and efficient. Don’t be caught with a drained or dead battery next spring – properly store and monitor your batteries throughout the winter to hit the ground running when fields thaw.
Planting soybeans earlier can be critical to maximizing yield potential.1 Why wait until you’re done planting corn with your planter to start planting soybeans? Adding a lower-investment air drill to your operation can be a great option to help you plant soybeans earlier or into tough no-till seedbeds. Here are three reasons why you should…
