Courtesy of Kinze
PLANTER INSPECTION: Before heading to the fields in the coming months to begin #Plant2021, make sure to examine the planter for wear and tear. Order replacement parts now to avoid breakdowns in the field. The most important machine on the farm needs attention before spring planting.
When it comes to farming, Brad Niensteadt says the planter is the most important piece of equipment on the farm.
“If you don t get the seed in the ground, you don t need a sprayer and a combine and everything else on down the line,” he says, “so it s critical to spend a lot of time and extra time on the planter to make sure that everything is good to go, not only for good performance, but for efficiency.”
Richard Wilkins
Richard Wilkins
Colder weather brings holiday wishes and parties celebrating the end of another year - which may be needed more this year than any other in our recent history. Visions of cornucopias on holiday tables and donation boxes overflowing with food flood the latter part of our fall season as winter begins to arrive in full force.
To me, this is a perfect reminder that Delaware farmers are working hard behind the scenes to prepare your next feast, whether you’re gearing up for a full house or a smaller, more intimate gathering.
In spite of the colder temperatures, drivers in the First State will continue seeing farm equipment on the road, assuring them that local agriculture producers are #StillFarming as the holidays approach and the pandemic continues.