It may seem early but planting season is already here for some farmers. Missy Bauer with B&M Crop Consulting talks with AgriTalk host Chip Flory about what farmers should be doing to get their equipment ready. Also Greg Peterson with Machinery Pete gives us a look into whats going on at auction.
AgriTalk: Its February 26th, Are You Ready to Start Planting?
It may seem early but planting season is already here for some farmers. Missy Bauer with B&M Crop Consulting talks with AgriTalk host Chip Flory about what farmers should be doing to get their equipment ready.
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