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WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOOM IS BACK

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SO, YOU’RE THINKING ABOUT A DRAGLINE SYSTEM…

6 THE HORSCH LINEUP STILL STANDING

9 THE WHETSTINE FAMILY BETWEEN THE 12 READING ROWS WITH AGMRI

14 BRUSH CUTTER BREAKDOWN WHY LOCATION MATTERS

MANURE ROW UNITS 16 MATCHING TO REGIONAL CONDITIONS

18 YOUR NEXT FLIGHT AWAITS

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THE BOOM IS BACK TOPCON UC7 PLUS TESTIMONIAL

We’re back with the boom. This winter, we introduced the Topcon UC7 Plus and looked at what changed in

the latest generation of Norac boom height control. The UC7 Plus offers improved performance and stability, including an ultrasonic sensor, an optional dynamic chassis sensor, and a 7-inch touchscreen display. The UC7 Plus was designed to take boom height control another step forward. The upgraded system was built to more accurately maintain target boom height as the sprayer moves across changing terrain. Those updates look good on paper, but the real test comes in the field. After putting the UC7 Plus to work, Brandon Caudle has had the opportunity to see how the latest upgrades perform when it matters most. As a custom applicator and grower from northeast Kansas, boom height control is a priority for Brandon. Starting with the UC5 that was on a sprayer when he purchased it, he felt like he could never get it quite right. He was challenged with inconsistency, kicking off randomly, unwanted height and lack of comfort even after three to four years of running it. When Brandon finally decided to make the switch, Derek Bontrager, precision and equipment sales, directed him to the UC7 Plus. His recommendation quickly proved its value. “He was ranting and raving about how good it was, and he didn’t disappoint,” Brandon said. “I’ve been so happy with it.” When asked about the installation process, he described it as simple, quick, and efficient, taking one afternoon. “The next day I was back to spraying again,” he explained. “I was amazed at the difference it made.” Brandon also mentioned how intuitive, easy to use and impressive the system was. “I’ve trained guys to use it over the phone, guys that haven’t ever run a sprayer or haven’t since the ’90s. Thirty minutes on the phone with them, they picked up the auto boom height and rolled with it,” Brandon said. He also stated, “On my old system, I wouldn’t have even tried that.” We asked Brandon who should invest in the UC7. His answer: “Any sprayer that sprays more than ten days a year.” To anyone on the fence, Brandon’s advice is “Do it today. It’s worth every penny.”

SO, YOU’RE THINKING ABOUT A DRAGLINE SYSTEM… This will likely come as no surprise, but not all dragline systems have to (or should) look the same. We

have worked with a wide range of people — from custom applicators with multiple systems to livestock producers who have two or three hog barns — to put together a dragline system that fits their needs and operation. There can be a little sticker shock with dragline systems compared to tanks due to the multiple components of the system, but if you weigh the numbers, you might find a properly suited system (we’re here to help you determine what that truly is) can make sense over having a manure tank in some cases. For example, to pump one million gallons of manure with a tank, you would need approximately 1,100 gallons of diesel. With a dragline, you would need roughly 500 gallons. When we see diesel prices like we are this fall, that difference can quickly add up. Depending on your circumstances, you do not always need all of the bells and whistles you could have with a 10-inch hose system that can come out north of one million. We have put together one-mile used dragline systems where the customer already had a tractor capable of pulling the toolbar for around $300,000. No matter what, a dragline system will still be more expensive than a tank. But, can the benefits and tradeoffs outweigh the cost difference?

CORE QUESTIONS

If you call into our manure equipment team to discuss a dragline system, we’re going to ask you a few questions right out of the gate: How close is your barn or lagoon to the fields you would be applying on? How many gallons of manure do you have? How many acres do you need to apply to? How much dedicated labor do you have to operate the system? What equipment do you already have (tractors, agitation pumps, force-feeding pumps, air compressor, etc.)? What is the shape of your fields? Are they uniform or irregular? Are they terraced? What does your territory and terrain look like? Will you need to cross a road to get to the field? Do you have access to culverts? These questions help us determine what you would need in your system, but the next question is: “How fast do I want to get application done?” With speed comes cost. To dragline, the most basic equipment you need is a hose and reel, a force-feeding pit pump, a toolbar with row units, a tractor capable of pulling the toolbar, and an air compressor. We often work with applicators who start with the core components needed to dragline and gradually build up. Before completely making a recommendation on what equipment you do or don’t need for your goals, we like to visit your site to get a good lay of the land.

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1 TOOLBAR AND ROW UNITS

Toolbars range in length, row unit spacing, folding type and more. The most basic offering we see applicators using is a 26-foot standard-fold pull-type Bazooka Farmstar toolbar, and the most deluxe option we tend to see is a 40-foot front-fold Titan 1 toolbar with 20-inch spacing. Occasionally, 3-point toolbars will be used for municipal cases with heavy sludge that needs to be deeply tilled. Row units can be selected based on field conditions, application rate and desired tillage level. Size and spend depend on the desired speed.

2 HOSE

Sizes range from six inches to ten inches in diameter, with eight-inch hose being our most popular. The larger the diameter, the more manure you can move faster, but eight-inch or bigger hose can come with a greater demand for additional force-feeding equipment such as a booster pump.

3 HOSE REEL

Used to properly store and transport hose. Options include a range of capacities and features for increased speed and convenience.

4 AIR COMPRESSOR

Used to clean out your draghose after use. Sometimes these can be rented, but most applicators choose to purchase one.

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5 AGITATION PUMP

Options range from a six- to eight-inch or 12-inch PTO pit pump to a Bazooka Farmstar Renegade. Hose size and volume dictate what pump you need. Recommended but not required

6 MAIN HIGH PRESSURE PUMP

Options range from a Doda HD PTO pump to a Bazooka Farmstar Outlaw force feeding trailer. For six-inch hose, a 4NHTB 300HP pump can traditionally do the job. When you get into 8-inch and 10-inch hose, a 500HP+ pump is needed. Optional: can get away with an all-in-one pump that uses suction, but speed will be hindered.

PUMP 7 BOOSTER Used to help push manure through the draghose. Optional: can help improve volume and distance.

8 AGITATION BOAT

Used to break up crust and agitate manure in a lagoon. Able to access parts of the lagoon a lagoon pump can’t reach. Optional: depending on time and size of a lagoon, you could get away with lagoon pumps.

9 HOSE HUSTLER

Used to move the hose so the toolbar does not run over it. There are a couple of size options depending on the size of your hose. Optional: necessary if you have abnormally shaped fields.

10 MANURE PIPE BRIDGE

Helps hose cross a road if you don’t have access to a culvert. Optional

THE

LINEUP

The addition of HORSCH to our equipment lineup has been exciting for us on multiple fronts. From their family-owned values to their innovative equipment line, we are proud to offer HORSCH.

HORSCH’s equipment is well-built … some might even say it’s overbuilt. If you can’t tell from our choice in other equipment brands, we prefer it that way. We never want to offer products that will fall short for you. Another advantage of HORSCH equipment is its flexibility for your operation. If you're tired of investing in new equipment only to retrofit it to get your preferred technology, HORSCH has thought of that, too. You can select your own technology from the factory.

SPRAYERS

Being able to offer HORSCH sprayers is a full-circle moment for us. Some of our earliest equipment offerings were self-propelled Hahn Hi-Boy sprayers. Unfortunately, we had to stop selling them when their sales and service responsibilities overlapped with our growing fertilizer business. We eventually added pull-behind sprayers to our equipment offerings as they gained popularity, but as operations have gotten larger, so has the desire for self-propelled sprayers. Our team has grown considerably since our Hahn Hi-Boy days, and we are ready to start offering self-propelled sprayers once again. But, for our re-debut, we didn’t want to offer just any sprayer. The Leeb VL is the crème de la crème of sprayers. The Leeb VL is built for tackling late-season applications. When we have years like this past one, having high clearance isn’t just nice to have; it’s critical. The Leeb VL gives large operations, custom applicators and co-ops the tank capacity, boom width and ground clearance to keep moving through late-season conditions without sacrificing application consistency. The Leeb VL has 61 to 80 inches (depending on tire choice) of hydraulically adjustable height clearance. It also has hydraulically adjustable track spacing from 118 to 161 inches (depending on tire choice) to adapt to different crops and row widths. The HORSCH experience doesn’t stop at the ability to just get the job done. It’s also designed to keep the applicator happy during the early mornings and long days. Not only is it a quiet cab with little engine noise and a buttery-smooth riding experience, but it can also come with convenience features like blinds on rear, front and side windows, a built-in cooler and Apple CarPlay. If you are interested in checking out or demoing the Leeb VL, we have units available to do so.

LEEB VL MIXTURE TANK FRESH WATER TANK PUMP OUTPUT WORKING WIDTH INDUCTOR

1,440 to 2,140 Gallons 200 Gallons 265 Gallons per Minute 110’ to 160’ 14 Gallons

PLANTERS

While HORSCH has multiple planters in their lineup, we have selected three of their planter models (Maestro SX L, Maestro SX and Maestro SV/SP) to focus on because we believe they can bring the most value to growers. HORSCH has built their Maestro planters around a seed wagon concept, something you don’t typically see in other planters on the market. Because of this design style, the Maestros have large, centralized hoppers for seed that are close to, if not larger than, other planters on the market, and sizeable liquid fertilizer capabilities, reducing refill time. They also fold up similarly to a sprayer and don’t have to telescope out, so they have a narrower transport width and shorter transport length that makes traveling down the road easier. High-speed planters can have some trade-offs. That’s why we appreciate how HORSCH has designed their planters for planting in tight windows without having to give up accuracy for pace. HORSCH’s electric row units, hydraulic downforce and advanced metering systems ensure seed is placed precisely and consistently. HORSCH’s SX and SX L models utilize a positive air meter and uniquely designed seed tube to accurately place seed at up to 10 miles per hour. HORSCH’s SV/SP planters utilize a vacuum seed meter to accurately measure and place seed at speeds up to 7.5 miles per hour. SP models come with factory-installed Precision Planting options. A unique feature of all Maestro planters is the weight transfer system. When the planter is in the planting position, nearly all of the weight is transferred hydraulically to the planter's row units. There is little to no weight at all on the transport wheels. This weight distribution eliminates the “pinch row” effect on the crop.

MAESTRO SX L

MAESTRO SX

MAESTRO SV/SP

NUMBER OF ROWS

12 to 24

24 or 36

16 to 48

ROW SPACING

30”

30” on 24 Rows; 20” on 36 Rows

15”, 20”, 22” or 30”

SEED CAPACITY

82 to 140 Bushels

166 to 250 Bushels

83 to 250 Bushels

LIQUID FERTILIZER CAPACITY

750 to 1,500 Gallons (with Optional Planter Saddle Tanks)

730 Gallons

725 to 730 Gallons

PLANTING SPEED

Up to 10 Miles per Hour

Up to 7.5 Miles per Hour

AIR SEEDERS

HORSCH created the Avatar line as an introduction to the no-till market. They are meant to tackle less-than-ideal ground like tougher seedbeds or more residue, while maintaining accurate seed placement and consistent depth. Depending on your field conditions, you can achieve seeding speeds of up to nine miles per hour. The SD in the Avatar model name refers to the single-disc opener on the row unit. The single-disc opener works well in no-till and min-till applications and can also be utilized with tillage systems. The Avatar excels at seeding small grains, cover crops, dry fertilizer, soybeans and combinations of these items. The seed metering rolls can be easily swapped for various crops and seeding rates. Avatars can be set up for two- or four-section applications. Flow dividers can be installed in the distribution heads for 20-inch seed spacing. Additionally, Avatar 40 SD models can be ordered with hopper scales.

WORKNG WIDTH TRANSPORT WIDTH ROW SPACING SEED HOPPER CAPACITY (DOUBLE HOPPER)

AVATAR 40 SD

AVATAR 60 SD

40’

60’

11’ 6”

14’

10”

166 Bushels (50:50)

240 Bushels

STILL STANDING THE WHETSTINE FAMILY Every family farm has a story, but the ones that leave the greatest impact

aren’t defined by a single moment. They’re written through years of dedication, innovation and the determination to keep moving forward. That’s the story of Whetstine Farms.

BUILT OVER GENERATIONS The Whetstine family moved from Indiana to Iowa in 1863 in their ox-drawn covered wagon. Melvin Whetstine, who was a schoolteacher, started Whetstine Farms piece by piece. Eventually, Melvin’s son Lawrence carried on the family tradition, farming alongside third-generation Ed and Larry in the ’90s. At the time, they ran around 280 head of cattle and farrowed about 350 sows. Larry recalls wanting to be a farmer since he was a little boy. A vivid memory for Larry was planting corn when his dad, Lawrence, purchased their farm's first tractor; meanwhile, his grandpa relied on a pair of Belgian mares.

LARRY

“Dad got an old-age John Deere,” Larry said. “I took the horse tongue out of the two-row planter and hooked it right in the John Deere. I planted twenty acres of corn when I was 12 years old.” Today, Ed, 87, is retired, and Larry, 85, is still working alongside his son Clint, Clint’s wife Angela, and Clint’s children Case and Allie. For Clint, coming back to the family operation was always the plan. After graduating from Iowa State University, Larry insisted that Clint get off the farm for a few years to “see how everybody else does it,” which he now thanks his dad for with a new perspective. After spending time off the farm working various jobs within the industry, Clint bought his first piece of ground in 2003 shortly before marrying his wife, Angela. Now at 50, Clint’s goal is to carry on what their family has built alongside the next generations of Whetstines.

CLINT

PROGRESS MEETS PURPOSE Over the years, Clint has found that livestock are central to the farm's success. With around 94 head of cattle and four pig finishing barns, success in the fields is essential to sustaining the livestock operation. One way they’ve worked to improve their row crop operation is through Stutsman’s precision agronomy program, ProVantage. “It’s really putting some numbers together,” Clint said, “and has shown us where we’re winning and where we need improvement.”

After joining ProVantage, they switched to variable rate planting as well as variable rate nitrogen, which has been huge for their operation. “In the last couple of years, we’ve been near the top in nitrogen efficiency; I think we are making the best with what we can and what acres we have,” said Clint. They are also utilizing a two-year corn, one-year soybean crop rotation for their 1,300 acres. The cattle and pigs they feed serve as a cost-effective nutrient source for some of their crop acres. The cattle allow for 40 acres to be covered, and along with four pig finishers, they cover an additional 200 acres with the help of their manure tank.

REBUILDING MORE THAN JUST BUILDINGS The farm has survived changing generations, changing markets and a changing agriculture industry, but nothing tested it like the spring of 2023. An EF4 tornado hit Whetstine Farms, taking out two of the three farmsteads, totaling everything in sight. As Larry described the tragic loss, “We lost millions in a minute and a half.” That Friday seemed like any other day. Ed, Clint and Case had just finished up vaccinating pigs while Larry was disinfecting to The The damage to the hog barnsthe wasnursery extensive. prepareroof for ahad newcollapsed, load of pigs nursery andthey the were finishers were scheduled tomembers receive the Monday. What missing until of following the surrounding they thought wastogether an ordinary afternoon community came to help locate quickly the turned their lives upside Clintfinishers and Case had survivors. From there, the down. remaining plansrelocated. to head to Keota, Iowa, to pick up more were vaccines until receiving a call suggesting they stay where they “We were in were. shock. It took me about half a day to figure out I might have been scared,” Larry said. Clint now recalls looking out window, that “And I see this on TV,his and I knowand howinthose moment, he knew it was tough. After seeing the people feel.” tornado hit from the west, Clint rushed his family into the basement. Twenty minutes had passed in the basement until Clint’s family was able to escape through an uncovered window. Coming out of the debris, the Whetstine family experienced the unimaginable. They unfortunately lost their home, buildings, equipment, 18 head of cows, as well as around 70 pigs. Surprisingly, throughout all the trauma the surviving cows endured, they still calved.

The damage to the pig barns was extensive. The nursery roof had collapsed, and the pigs in the finishers were missing until members of the surrounding community came together to help locate the survivors. “We were in shock. It took me about half a day to figure out I might have been scared,” Larry said. “And now I see this on TV, and I know how those people feel.”

STILL STANDING Three years later, there is still debris to collect and repairs to make, but against all odds, Whetstine Farms is still standing. Clint said it best, “I guess it’s just a battle scar that we can look out there and say, 'Yeah, we’re surviving this.’” Looking back, Whetstine Farms feels an immense amount of gratitude for their family, friends, and neighbors, both near and far, who took the time to help them. Whether you showed up to offer a hand, lend equipment or just gave your words of support, they say thank you. After many years of weathering the highs and lows, Larry says, “You need a few experiences like that to appreciate life.” Carrying their legacy forward, they are optimistic for what the future holds for the next generation of Whetstines. When asked what they hope Case and Allie will carry with them into the operation's next chapter, Clint emphasized the importance of a sense of family and a sense of work. When it came to equipment, their combine stood tall and miraculously untouched as the walls of the machine shed crumbled around it. Their planter was thankfully fine, as was their planter tractor, which just needed new lights. The tractor used for bean planting had its cab completely ripped off. That’s where Farm Rescue stepped in. Farm Rescue is a nonprofit organization that provides volunteer assistance for planting, harvesting, fulfilling livestock needs and more for farm and ranch families experiencing major injuries, illnesses or natural disasters. Farm Rescue was able to come down and plant the beans, so the Whetstines, as a family, could focus on cleanup and getting corn in the ground.

As Case has become full-time on the operation, they refer to him as “Mr. Fix-It.” Larry has begun to slowly take a step back from some aspects of the operation; Case has stepped up running the sprayer, welding and “fixing just about anything,” as Larry would say it. Allie has recently graduated from high school and will attend Iowa State University this fall. She really enjoys growing and selling flowers and hopes to develop flower nurseries on the farm someday. Reflecting on everything the Whetstine family has built, Larry said he is most proud of his children and who they’ve become. “The most important thing we’ve really got is our family,” said Larry.

READING BETWEEN THE READING BETWEEN BY: EMILY KING | AGRONOMY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

tanding at the edge of a field, it’s impossible to see every challenge hiding beneath the canopy; that’s where innovation changes the game. One example on the market right now is AGMRI Crop Health by Intelinair, which is helping reshape the way crop scouts and growers approach every acre. Using aerial imagery that can be collected from drones and satellites, a map leading to more proactive decision-making and crop success is at your fingertips. This technology works to report plant health, areas of high and low crop growth, possible disease locations, and areas that may need a little more love.

EARLY SEASON NDVI

Satellites can detect diseases early, before they become severe, by monitoring fields consistently and frequently. They update field images every five to ten days, while drones also collect detailed images. The system analyzes NDVI and provides results in green, red and purple to show conditions across the entire field. The system also keeps a record of planting dates and scouting reports.

WHAT PROBLEMS CAN AERIAL IMAGERY DETECT? Poor crop density

MID-SEASON NDVI

Weak plant growth Areas with lower production Field health issues Fertility concerns Some crop diseases

WHAT DECISIONS DOES IT HELP WITH? Scouting locations to prioritize Nutrient deficiencies that should be investigated

MOST RECENT NDVI

Monitoring disease development Whether additional testing is necessary

NUTRIENT DEFICIENCY MAP

OWS WITHWITH AGMRI E ROWS AGMRI OUR FIRST IMPRESSION

Our agronomy team has had the opportunity to trial this technology over the past few years. Aerial imagery has assisted our team in deciding where to scout and locating problem areas quicker. This has increased efficiency for our scouts because instead of walking entire fields, they are directed to the sources of the problem that are highlighted on the maps.

CROP HEALTH REPORTS

Crop health reports are also a perk of AGMRI, comparing healthy and unhealthy parts of the field. For example, the system detects conditions conducive to tar spot and highlights areas that may be susceptible to the disease. This feature helps scouts know where to inspect and allows growers to monitor disease earlier before deciding if fungicide is needed and how much. Once a disease is detected, the system provides a recommended timeline for spraying and information about the current disease pressure.

POMA PROCESSING SYSTEM

Our team has also been utilizing the POMA Processing System, an AGMRI feature, this year. This relatively new system is designed to detect tar spot by analyzing a field every twelve days and identifying cell wall damage before symptoms are visible to the human eye.

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS Take a smartphone photo about five to six inches from the leaf Upload the image for processing Receive results a few days later The goal is to help farmers make better fungicide application decisions by identifying disease before visible symptoms appear. Because this system is newly in our hands, we won’t know how well it performed until the crop reaches black layer.

EXAMPLE OF POMA AFTER PROCESSING (LEAF X-RAY)

DOES THIS REPLACE FIELD SCOUTING?

The short answer is no. Although this technology provides a handful of resources, it’s a guide, not a replacement. The map’s purpose is to tell you where a problem might exist; it’s important to continue visiting the field and inspecting based on report results. But it sure has the potential to save some time; our team has found the reports to be very consistent with what our scouts are scouting.

ARE ALERTS ALWAYS ACCURATE?

Some factors, such as heavy rain, wet spots, early growth and other environmental conditions, can cause the system to flag areas that are not a serious problem. An example would be a low wet area that appeared unhealthy in an alert, but after visiting the field, the area was just saturated from rainfall. Aerial imagery has come a long way since its introduction. AGMRI is just one aerial imagery tool we are putting to the test, so you don’t have to. We will continue to vet it to see if and how it could fit into an operation.

BRUSH CUTTER BREAKDOWN Not all brush cutters are built for the same grind. Whether you’re maintaining pastures, clearing trails, or

tackling overgrowth, selecting the right attachment depends on your to-do list. Lackender by ECS offers brush cutter attachments to get any job done, from light brush to heavy land clearing. Since brush clearing needs vary, comparing your options beforehand to match the tasks you encounter most can save you from being disappointed in your attachment or needing to upgrade later on. The real question is which brush cutter is your perfect match? The most important step is choosing an attachment that pairs with your skid steer’s output and the work you expect to handle day in and day out. Brush cutters aren’t one-size-fits-all. Al Kessler, our VP of Equipment and Precision Ag, said if he could give any advice, he would tell you to go bigger than you expect. His reasoning, you may ask, is that these are pieces of equipment that get used and abused often. You may find yourself in a common situation: you have one tree left … it looks a little bigger than what your brush cutter can handle … and you tell yourself, “Let’s get it.” If you have the mower you need from the get-go, you won’t find yourself in this predicament.

STANDARD DUTY BRUSH CUTTER The Standard Duty Brush Cutter is the perfect partner for everyday maintenance, like tackling tall grass, weeds, light brush and occasional small trees, making it a practical choice for any landowner. This brush cutter has the perfect balance of performance and efficiency and is compatible with many low- and standard-flow skid steers. For operators focused on routine maintenance rather than heavy land clearing, a standard-duty model offers productivity, durability and value. Whether maintaining trails, cleaning up field edges or keeping pastures in check, this brush cutter is built to handle the everyday jobs operators take on.

EXTREME DUTY BRUSH CUTTER Looking for something tougher? The Extreme Duty Brush Cutter is a step up, designed to take on tough jobs using the help of three bi-directional blades with six-inch cutting capacity and powered by a high-torque motor. While standard-duty models are intended for routine maintenance, the Extreme Duty Brush Cutter is tailored for operators who are reclaiming land, not just maintaining, making it a solid choice for any contractor, farmer, or hunting property manager. Its cutting capabilities make it ideal for tackling fence lines that have disappeared into brush, restoring overgrown fields or opening trails that haven’t seen daylight in years.

SEVERE DUTY BENT AXIS PISTON BRUSH CUTTER The Severe Duty Bent Axis Piston Brush Cutter is built for operators who refuse to be beaten by long days and brush that seems to stretch on forever. Crafted for demanding land clearing, the Severe Duty Bent Axis Piston Brush Cutter is designed for high-flow skid steers with a case drain. Equipped with four bi-directional blades and a 10-inch cutting capacity, it powers through thick brush, trees, and stumps, making this a practical choice for commercial operators or contractors taking on hardcore brush daily. Engineered for maximum strength and durability, the extra steel helps prevent bending when you hit something you wish you hadn’t (like the t-post hiding in the weeds that you forgot about). Mulching teeth are also a perk of this model, allowing for faster clearing.

From mowing fencelines to wiping out trees, all brush cutters have a purpose. Finding a brush cutter that matches your purpose makes the difference. By understanding what each model is made to do, you can invest in an attachment that’s efficient enough to complete your tasks and overcome your challenges. Still unsure about your perfect partner? Al or other members of our skid steer attachment team can help you walk through your best option.

WHY LOCATION MATTERS MATCHING MANURE ROW UNITS TO REGIONAL CONDITIONS

ne applicator’s perfect set-up isn’t always another’s. No row unit performs the same everywhere. The best row unit depends on the soil beneath it. Soil, residue, climate and regulations all play an important role in setup selection. Success comes down to having a system that works with your conditions.

DO SOIL CONDITIONS SHAPE PERFORMANCE?

Different soils require different row units because soil conditions affect how well manure is incorporated and covered. So how do you pick an applicator for your soil type? First, determine what kind of soil you’re most commonly applying in. For example, sandy soils don’t cover manure well behind a coulter; they cover better behind a shank. Lighter soils often call for a setup that creates more soil movement. Another instance where shanks perform well is for Illinois applicators who are used to heavy, black soil that doesn’t always close well, which allows nitrogen to escape as well as more odor that will send your neighbor down the road knocking at your door. Shanks do a good job of closing the soil back up, helping avoid this. Now you may be asking which soil works best alongside a coulter? The answer to that is wet, heavy soil. Coulters are a great choice when you want to minimize soil disturbance. They also help reduce smearing and clumping in wet conditions while allowing residue to flow through more easily.

CAN RESIDUE MATTER JUST AS MUCH?

John Yoder, VP of Manure Equipment, said it best, “Damp, heavy residue creates major problems. That’s where the coulters really shine.” Residue adds more problems to your list, such as bunching, plugging, piles and inconsistent coverage. Scenarios like these are where the coulter system often outperforms a shank because of the way they slice through residue instead of lifting it.

HOW ARE REGULATIONS SHAPING EQUIPMENT DEMANDS?

While soil type and residue are important considerations, our team has found regulations are the primary driver of applicator equipment choices. As regulations tighten, demand grows for equipment that helps applicators prevent runoff and overapplication while reducing nutrient loss. In stricter regions, applicators prioritize accurate flow control, precise application rates and better coverage. The main goal is to keep nutrients in the soil. Accuracy is just as important as productivity.

FINDING THE RIGHT FIT

As we mentioned, there isn’t a row unit that fits every operation. That’s why we offer a variety of manure injection and incorporation options, from traditional disk shanks to coulter style Phantom units, vertical till options, and rotary injectors from Bazooka Farmstar, Zimmerman, Dietrich, VTI and Nuhn. Each brings something different to the table and matches different priorities. Our manure equipment team is here to help applicators find the combination that best fits their fields and application goals. Your set-up shouldn’t be chosen based on a universal standard. From sandy soils to heavy clay, steep hills to flat fields, and strict regulations to narrow application windows, every region presents unique challenges. The most effective equipment isn’t universal; it’s what’s matched to local characteristics, helping applicators maximize value, stay efficient and meet regulations.

S T I A A W W YOU YOU IGHT AIGHT A R N E XRT NFLE XT FL Beck’s Facility Tours are more than just a ride on a private jet (although it’s a highlight). This tour is an

experience that gives growers an inside look at Beck’s Hybrids. Attendees are flown straight to Beck’s private airport hangar, then taken to the campus in Atlanta, Indiana, where they can tour headquarters and research facilities, learn more about the company, experience what goes on behind the scenes, and still make it home by dinner. Each year, Beck’s hosts hundreds of growers from across the Midwest for an inside look at the people, innovation and processes behind the family-owned company. Attendees are picked up from their local airport (in our case, Cedar Rapids) and, upon arrival, begin their visit by exploring the history and legacy of how Beck’s came to be. The tour continues through the biotech building, where guests learn about research projects and programs shaping the future. Following, attendees enjoy lunch and have the opportunity to connect directly with a member of Beck’s leadership team. Members of our agronomy team who have attended have had the opportunity to meet with Scott Beck, President; Corey Beck, Business and Supplier Strategist; and Ryan Parkin, Director of Sales, during the lunch portion. After lunch, guests visit the Practical Farm Research (PFR)® plots to gain insight into Beck’s research and production practices. The tour then continues with a closer look at the production department and seed production process. The experience concludes at one of Beck’s seed processing towers, where attendees tour the Quality Assurance Lab and see firsthand the processes used to ensure quality and performance. Brian Strasser and Donnie Herr, Iowa growers, are two of many who have had the opportunity to be a part of the Beck’s Facility Tour experience. As someone new to Beck’s, Brian saw this as an opportunity to understand Beck’s better and what drives the company. Donnie, invited by Sam Roth, an agronomy salesman here at Stutsmans, saw it as a unique opportunity to take a closer look at Beck's.

THE EXPERIENCE STARTS IN THE AIR

Although they arrived for different reasons, they quickly discovered the experience was about more than getting on a private jet. The private jet gets you there, but the experience gives you something to take home. “I gained a new perspective on Beck’s. I didn’t really know a whole lot about their company, and it gave me a good idea of how family-oriented they are and their company values,” said Donnie.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The purpose of this trip is to provide growers access and transparency they don’t typically get from seed providers. Both Brian and Donnie were surprised by how much they learned and were in awe of the facilities and hospitality. From Donnie’s perspective, he was amazed by how in-depth the education was, mentioning he felt like he could ask any question. For Brian, he was very impressed by how professional the tour was and learned about hybrid selection and how they develop their seed lines. “The facilities throughout the entire organization were just immaculate,” Brian said, describing his first impressions. Brian’s biggest takeaway was that Beck’s isn’t just another corporation. “They genuinely care about the farmer and their customer, and they care about legacy.”

LEARNING ALONGSIDE OTHER GROWERS

The value of the trip extends beyond Beck’s; it creates connections among growers. Donnie enjoyed meeting farmers from different areas, allowing them to compare experiences and gain insight into regional differences. Brian saw this as a networking opportunity. The trip brings growers together who might not otherwise meet.

JUST GO

Take the advice from Brian and Donnie and just go. “I would say, just go for it because it’s not gonna cost you anything, and it does provide a lot of value and insight to what you can be doing for your farm,” Brian explained. Beck’s Facility Tour isn’t just a day trip; it’s an opportunity to learn, ask questions, meet other growers and understand the company behind the seed. Interested in a trip? Talk to your Stutsman agronomy representative or Tom Berkland, seed sales representative, for more insight on Beck’s Facility Tours.

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DESCRIPTION

TYPE

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VOLTS

RPM

CONTROLS

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D0501 Sukup CFA-5-1CG GSI CFA-7.5-1CG GSI D3700 Sukup 12” D3701 Sukup 12” D3710 Sukup 12” D3746 Sukup 18” D3781 Sukup 24” D3791 Sukup 28” DF-158-1G GSI 28” DF-156-1G GSI 26” DF-10-4G GSI 24” AF-12-1G GSI 12” AF-10-1G GSI 24”

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Centrifugal Centrifugal Axial

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Thermostat Included Not Included | See Below Heater Controls Thermostat Included

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HF-7513 HF-7511

Thermostat Thermostat/Humidistat

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2011 Bazooka Farmstar 30’ Dietrich 3pt Toolbar $66,250

Used Bazooka Farmstar Hose Hustler II $5,200

2022 Bazooka Farmstar Wolverine $213,285

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2018 Bazooka Farmstar 700 Hose Reel $25,000

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2024 Salford Halo VRT $95,800

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2011 Great Plains Turbo Chopper $29,300

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A Strip-Till Solution Designed for Spring or Fall Revive or create strips with the 2984 Strip Freshener CC. Its three-blade design with rolling basket works the soil at 1 1/2" to 4" deep, creating a consistent 10" wide strip and an optimal seedbed. It operates at 6–10 mph and is equipped with pneumatic in-cab controls for fine-tuning your row cleaners, rolling baskets, and the down pressure on your row units. Low horsepower (10–12 hp per row)

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