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According to the team at Heartland Ag Solutions, taking the time now to prep equipment for spring is vital.
Auction prices on good used self-propelled sprayers have shot skyward the past two years. In fact, the 11 highest auction prices ever on sprayers have all occurred in the past 28 months.
Headaches or sinus problems while spraying pesticides and fungicides? Consider using activated charcoal cab air filters.
From lubricating booms to cleaning and replacing spray tips, ace mechanic Dan Anderson emphasizes the importance of prioritizing upkeep during the spraying season.
Residual chemicals from sprayers can not only contaminate operators but also their families — even when gloves, goggles and aprons are worn.
I’ve seen the same trend for the past 10 months with used mid- to high-horsepower tractors, combines and planters. Now, the trend is in self-propelled sprayers.
Think you can’t spread in the wind? Think again. New Leader sets the record straight in this Do’s and Don’ts about a common spreader misconception.
Three dozen cameras evenly spaced across a 120’ boom use artificial intelligence to target and spray weeds, cutting herbicide use by up to 80% and improving weed control
Sprayers are being outfitted with new products and configured in new ways to make applications quicker, cheaper and more precise.
How you employ machinery and technology are keys in the Systems Approach.