If you’re in the market for a large square baler, the newest machines and latest upgrades are available from several manufacturers – or on the way. Custom harvesters and commercial growers have been asking for increased capacity and durability, plus simple designs. Here’s what they’re getting in 2012 – and beyond.
Custom harvesters continue to ask Congress for a legislative fix that will allow them to haul more diesel fuel on Class A Commercial Drivers Licenses – without having to request Hazardous Material (HazMat) endorsements....More
Innovative equipment doesn’t always make a big splash everywhere, even when invented by major manufacturers. Such is the case with Krone’s 1270 Big Pack baler with MultiBale option....More
Self-propelled big square balers will soon be on the market for the first time, thanks in large part to Gary Kelderman of Kelderman Manufacturing, Oskaloosa, IA....More
Growers researching new machines may want to check several stories in Hay & Forage Grower’s April issue, which mails to custom forage harvesters from around the country....More
Two new forage bagging machines will be hitting the market this season, filling a need for mid-size units, according to the companies involved.
Ag Bag, a division of Miller, St. Nazianz, WI, will introduce its MX1012 for the fall silage season. Pacbag, based in Astoria, OR, will come out with five of its Track-Pack silage baggers about the same time....More
To keep rural roads in running condition, farmers, custom forage operators and custom manure applicators should join forces with local government and industry.
So says Kevin Erb, conservation professional development and training coordinator for University of Wisconsin Extension. He recently studied the effects of large ag equipment on rural roads....More
If you’re in the market for a large square baler, the newest machines and latest upgrades are available from several manufacturers – or on the way. Custom harvesters and commercial growers have been asking for increased capacity and durability, plus simple designs. Here’s what they’re getting in 2012 – and beyond....More
