Have you ever had one of those days where everything goes wrong? Be sure to document it! Send your moments of glory to TailgateTalk@FarmJournal.com.
Third Time's the Charm
It's bad enough when one tractor gets stuck...
There's 'Snow' Brakes!
Less than 40 hours on this new tractor and the brakes and steering failed.
Fired Up
This farmer said he parked his tractor after getting rained out. Two hours later, it was on fire. The tractor was a total loss.
Coming Up Flat
This farmer's day went flat in a hurry.
What a Mess
This truck driver's day just got a whole lot messier.
Bad Day for This Driver
The operator just wanted to load his tank with water from a nearby lake.
In Too Deep
These people got in over their heads -- or at least, their excavator bucket -- when trying to clean out their pond.
Polar Plunge
The ice was too thin for this ATV to cross.
Real-life Tractor Tipping
We're not sure what startled this tractor, but if you've ever seen the movie "Cars," you're probably laughing right now. (Actually, the ditch was just a little too steep to cross with that sprayer.)
No Use Crying over Spilled Corn ...
... unless, of course, it happens on the first day of harvest, like it did here.
Well, That Stinks
There's nothing worse than getting your tractor stuck. Except, perhaps, getting it stuck in the manure pond.
Stuck Semi
The crew tried to get this truck moving again, but quickly found out it was going nowhere.
Hot Hay
More than just this baler got scorched -- the fire also spread to the nearby hayfields. Luckily, no one was hurt.
Too Soft for Spraying
Oops! This field was just a little too soft.
Into the Pond
The ground at the edge of the pond was too soft for this heavy machine.
Mower Rollover
We think this tractor got tired of mowing and wanted to take a nap. Or more likely, the hill was just too steep.
Root Raking
This farmer was root raking when his machine hit a soft spot.
Stuck Disking
This field was still too wet for disking.
Heated Harvest
This combine lit up the night in a hurry when it caught fire.
Just a Little Farther ....
It looks like "just a little farther" turned into "too far" in a hurry for this tractor.
Break Out the Shovels!
We're guessing someone spent the evening shoveling after this grain cart tipped over.
Sideways Spreader
The driver of this spreader took a turn a little too sharp, and over it went. Fortunately, no one was hurt.
A Pond in the Works
But they might have to wait until summer to finish it.
A Sinking Feeling
At least, that's what you get when your equipment goes in the drink.
An Uphill Battle
We hope this tractor was up for the challenge.
Don’t Park It There
This semi decided to go for a swim.
Fendt’s Dirty Job
Farming's dirty work, but someone's gotta do it.
Frozen Plans
Looks like this farmer's work got put on hold until spring.
Harvest Derailed
We're guessing harvest was delayed for the owner of this machine.
It’s a Bear Market
Imagine this farmer's surprise when he chased a black bear out of his cornfield ... or for that matter, the bear's!
Live and Learn
Always make sure you strap down your equipment.
Silo Meets Truck
The photos say it all.
Tipsy Turvy
Baling hay on a hillside can be tricky.
Truck Turnover
This is what can happen when the breaks go out.
Big Time Ouch
It's safe to say this harvester's days are done.
Caution Wet Grain
Damp grain is no laughing matter.
Dear “Charred”
Please know that your loyal service was very appreciated. But now we have to move on.
Irrigation Intersection
This was not a good place to park the truck.
Just Cleaning Things Up a Bit
But, much like a toddler, this little tractor ended up making more of a mess in the end. We're sure it meant well.
Off Balance
Be careful mowing those hillsides!
Just a Little Too Wet
This gives a whole new meaning to the words, "You're grounded!"
Open Door Policy
We're guessing this crew re-evalutaed its open door policy...after lots of shoveling, of course!
When 2009 Got Too Hot to Handle
Soybean harvest heated up quickly for this farmer.
