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Minimize Soybean Harvest Loss

October 13, 2016

Source: Penn State University Extension

Once 95% of the pods turn brown, it’s time to combine about a week later, says Penn State University Extension.

11 Recommendations for Harvesting Lodged Soybeans

October 3, 2016 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Michigan State University Extension

Soybean growers can reduce harvest losses due to lodging by carefully adjusting and operating their combines, says Michigan State University Extension.

Combine Adjustments for Fall Harvest

September 25, 2016 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Iowa State University Extension

It’s possible to reduce field losses from the combine to just 1 bushel per acre or less if the crop is standing reasonably well, says Iowa State University Extension.

Harvest Early to Avoid “Invisible Loss” and Maximize Yield

August 9, 2016 | Posted in Crop Protection, Strip-Till Farming

Farmers can readily see the negative impact of adverse weather, plant disease and pests on their yields. As its name implies, “invisible loss” can’t be observed but can be prevented by harvesting early and drying their grain

Tips for Efficiently Harvesting Corn

July 11, 2016 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Kansas State University Extension

While harvest efficiency will never be 100% and it's critical to get harvest completed, paying attention to details during harvest could increase profitability, says Kansas State University Extension.

Why Grazing Residue May Reduce Future SDS

November 18, 2015 | Posted in Crop Protection, Residue Management

Source: JenREESources Extension Blog

Researchers consistently found that Fusarium virguliforme on corn kernels at average harvest loss resulted in the most sudden death syndrome, says a University of Nebraska Extension Educator.

New Drago GT Corn Head Maximizes Harvest

November 12, 2015 | Posted in Equipment

Source: Dragotec USA

The new corn head features integrated "ear shocks" under deck plates that work to reduce ear "butt shelling," a significant source of yield loss at harvest.

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