@@fredashay it depends on how you view it. On less productive acres, narrow row soybeans tend to perform better, especially when it comes to weed control. A lot of larger farmers in higher productivity areas just run big 60' corn/soybean planters that are built the exact same. It allows them to run both in one crop if they need. Most farms of reasonable size are usually better off having more than 1 planter, especially if they have the help to run it. There is a statistically significant yield advantage to planting as early as possible, most of the time. Regardless, you will always need a soybean header because they do not harvest like corn, even in 30" rows.
I'm a little late , trying to catch-up on videos. I used an old Oliver 1955 on the farm 30 years ago, been a millwright at a steelmill since, at least we make fence for the farmers!
An unfortunate part of a farm is that it cannot last forever. We are fortunate to still be in the business, but I am sure you have some very fond memories!
I would really like to get a 60’ 47r15” bean planter with high speed units. We do not need that in our operation now, and it would be expensive. If we come across more ground, it’s on my list!
Air drills are great for small grains, but not for larger seeds like corn and soybeans. Some farmers do make use of air drills for soybeans because they are not as sensitive to population and spacing. However, almost all farmers in the region are interested in creating a high-yield environment, so highly controlled singulation, depth, and population are favored, especially if a corn planter is already on the farm.
Hey Andy, great presentation. lots of equipment , seeds, etc... and I am having problems trying to decide what type of seed etc to put on my lawn.😊 never knew there was sooooo much to do on a farm just to get seed in the ground....thanks 😎👍👍
Great job Andy! My favorite tractor has got to be the 8310r with the 1775 corn planter, i love those tractors, they have always been my favorite. Wish it had duals all around though. Have a great day!
@@aTrippyFarmer we have a similar size farm in North Dakota. enjoy the content, and best of luck this spring planting season. next video on how you guys finance all that beautiful green equipment 😄
@@headero It is a nice fleet, but most of the tractors are almost 10 years old now. 2012 paid for most of it-haven’t had much reason to upgrade since. We are very fortunate to come from a long line of farmers, so almost all of our ground is self-owned; which definitely helps finance things.
I can relate, maybe not, but my Dad has his schedule and things in mind in his head only, and doesn't give a shit if I'm out taking pictures of jobs that actually promote our work. If I'm in his way, he says move.
What is your favorite tractor/implement in this video or elsewhere?
Let me know in the comments!
I've always wondered does the advantage of planting beans on 15" rows outweigh the need for separate equipment for corn and beans?
@@fredashay it depends on how you view it. On less productive acres, narrow row soybeans tend to perform better, especially when it comes to weed control. A lot of larger farmers in higher productivity areas just run big 60' corn/soybean planters that are built the exact same. It allows them to run both in one crop if they need. Most farms of reasonable size are usually better off having more than 1 planter, especially if they have the help to run it. There is a statistically significant yield advantage to planting as early as possible, most of the time. Regardless, you will always need a soybean header because they do not harvest like corn, even in 30" rows.
Liked the information on seeds.
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Glad you enjoyed, Henry!
JD 24 row exact emerge planter
Now we just need to get an exactemerge planter for soybeans 👍🏻
@@aTrippyFarmer And chip that 8285r to give it a little more hp... lol
My favorite is the John Deere 8310 and the John Deere 1775NT planter. Thanks for showing your tractors, tillage and planting equipment.
Great choices. Thanks for watching!
I'm a little late , trying to catch-up on videos. I used an old Oliver 1955 on the farm 30 years ago, been a millwright at a steelmill since, at least we make fence for the farmers!
An unfortunate part of a farm is that it cannot last forever. We are fortunate to still be in the business, but I am sure you have some very fond memories!
Any plans to get 60 ft bean planter?
I would really like to get a 60’ 47r15” bean planter with high speed units. We do not need that in our operation now, and it would be expensive. If we come across more ground, it’s on my list!
Why don’t you guys use air drills
Air drills are great for small grains, but not for larger seeds like corn and soybeans. Some farmers do make use of air drills for soybeans because they are not as sensitive to population and spacing. However, almost all farmers in the region are interested in creating a high-yield environment, so highly controlled singulation, depth, and population are favored, especially if a corn planter is already on the farm.
Hey Andy, great presentation. lots of equipment , seeds, etc... and I am having problems trying to decide what type of seed etc to put on my lawn.😊 never knew there was sooooo much to do on a farm just to get seed in the ground....thanks 😎👍👍
You can never go wrong with some Kentucky blue grass!! Thanks for watching.
@@aTrippyFarmer thanks, i will try that
I learned how to drive a tractor on the JD 4020 . And mastered it on a JD 4960 .
If you mastered those, you’d be a professional in no time in the new stuff. They certainly don’t make them as reliable as they used to.
Great job Andy! My favorite tractor has got to be the 8310r with the 1775 corn planter, i love those tractors, they have always been my favorite. Wish it had duals all around though. Have a great day!
I wish it had duals, too. They look cooler and steer better that way. Vanity and performance, what more could you ask for?1
My favorite tractor was a Moline zb a wf jet star and a m5 nf which we pulled a 494 planter LOL
I bet that was a pretty sweet rig in it’s time. A lot has changed since those days.... it would be neat to go back and experience them.
I learned how to drive tractors on a International Cub, than a 4020 John Deere.
Great tractors to learn on. Probably some special memories on those!
The exact emerge 24row!
It is pretty sweet!
8310 and 1775 nt
Great choice. I wish I got to drive them more!
Curious what kind of acreage your family farms?
Just a few thousand acres in Central Illinois.
@@aTrippyFarmer we have a similar size farm in North Dakota. enjoy the content, and best of luck this spring planting season. next video on how you guys finance all that beautiful green equipment 😄
@@headero It is a nice fleet, but most of the tractors are almost 10 years old now. 2012 paid for most of it-haven’t had much reason to upgrade since. We are very fortunate to come from a long line of farmers, so almost all of our ground is self-owned; which definitely helps finance things.
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A few thousand acres, why won't you say exact?
Most farmers consider that private information. I can understand everyone’s curiosity, but it is not my place to share my family’s information.
How many acres of corn do u guys plant?
We just keep an even crop rotation. 50/50 corn and soybeans.
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IH 1466
I can relate, maybe not, but my Dad has his schedule and things in mind in his head only, and doesn't give a shit if I'm out taking pictures of jobs that actually promote our work. If I'm in his way, he says move.
You gotta learn to read minds! I can’t say that I was doing anything that benefitted our farm, though.
Does ur dad not understand ur a youtuber first, farmer 2nd??!! Lol
(I'm obviously joking!)
It’s organized chaos around here. Everything I film is secondary to work, which is why some of my clips may seem a little hasty. Haha
First fck ya great job andy
Love the enthusiasm!