Combine harvesters rely on one critical component that makes or breaks your harvest success – the concave. The concave is the cornerstone of threshing, yet many farmers overlook its importance when operating these massive 15-ton agricultural machines. I’ve seen firsthand how the right concave can transform performance. During side-by-side testing of John Deere S780s, S790s […]
Combine harvesters significantly transformed agriculture, reducing the farming workforce from 90% of the US population in 1800 to just 2% today. As farmers, we rely on understanding the essential parts of a combine harvester to maintain peak performance during crucial harvest seasons. These remarkable machines simultaneously cut, thresh, and clean grain crops, revolutionizing what once […]
When considering a combine lease versus purchase, farmers face a significant financial decision. With new combine harvesters costing between $300,000 and $800,000+, the investment rivals that of a luxury home in many areas. How much do combines cost in different scenarios? While purchasing builds equity, leasing requires less upfront capital. Alternatively, renting at $180 per […]
Modern agriculture thrives on the efficiency of combine harvesters. These complex machines are the cornerstone of harvesting, significantly impacting a farm’s productivity and bottom line. Fendt, John Deere, and Case IH are leading manufacturers, each offering top-of-the-line combine harvesters with cutting-edge technology and exceptional performance. This comprehensive guide compares their flagship models to help you […]
A combine harvester is an expensive piece of equipment essential for farmers to harvest their crops. However, without proper maintenance, the combine harvester can quickly become inefficient and break down, causing delays during the harvest season. That’s why farmers need to know how to maintain and adjust their combine harvester to ensure that it operates […]
The United States is the world’s largest producer of corn and soybeans, accounting for nearly 40% of global production. These two crops are vital to the country’s economy and food supply. But when is the best time to cultivate these crops, and how can farmers ensure a successful harvest? Corn and soybeans are warm-season crops […]
A combine harvester is a kind of agricultural machinery designed to harvest various grain crops efficiently and effectively. This harvester’s name is derived from the fact that it can combine three unique harvesting processes, as follows: Reaping When crops are harvested after they have achieved their peak maturity, they are “cut” (or “hacked”). Threshing It […]
The combine harvester modern agriculture machinery cuts as well as separates grains from crops. This machinery is utilized for several varieties of crops. This may include wheat, rice, barley, corn, oats, soybeans, and many others. The combine harvester is capable of harvesting the widest array of crops due to the interchangeable headers. The reason why […]
A corn combine harvester is used to… you guessed it right, harvest corn. It also prepares it for storage. Previous corn-harvesting devices like the horse-drawn sled cutter detached the stalk from the ground itself. Binding the stalks for drying into shocks as well as shelling, subsequent picking, and husking, all the tasks were completed by […]
A combine machine is a modern and versatile machine designed to harvest a range of crops efficiently. It threshes and cuts grains and crops. Cleaning and harvesting cereals like rye, wheat, sorghum, barley, oats, and crops, numerous non-grain crops too like rapeseed, sunflower, flax, and soybeans seeds are done using this machine. How does it […]