One of the finer points of engineering machinery is to build it so parts that will need to be replaced down the line are accessible. All too often, metal must be cut to remove and replace failed parts.

If there ever was a movie that captured the American spirit, it was Rocky. A no-name working class guy from the streets of Philadelphia goes up against the heavyweight boxing champion of the world.

Q. How has auto-guidance changed modern hay production? A. In years past, some producers thought of auto-guidance simply as taking the operator out of the equation. Today, many understand that these systems provide real tangible benefits.

Ensure your wheel loader is properly maintained and prepared for winter conditions. Follow these five tips to help you get the most out of your wheel loader this winter.

Happy New Year’s! The sound reverberates through the world signaling a new beginning. I feel the weight of last year’s unkept resolutions lift off my shoulders and sail into the hope that this year will be different. It’s time to start over with a clean white sheet of new days brimming with possibilities.

It is that time of year again when we start to think about catching up on maintenance.

From low temperatures to fluctuating above and below freezing, and from high humidity to condensation, winter can present a unique set of challenges when it comes to managing a barn. However, there are a few simple principles dairy producers can follow to keep air fresh and cows healthy during the coldest season of the year.

Just a short drive from downtown Chicago and nestled between Lake Michigan and the vineyards that consume the southwest corner of the state is a five-star hotel for cows that is Shuler Farms in Baroda, Michigan.

Optimum dairy cow health and performance happens when the cow is given an optimal physical, nutritional and managerial environment in which to live and produce. These can be achieved through proper facility design.

Animal measuring is one of the most important tasks in farm management. If you are a farmer, you should appreciate the importance of staying up-to-date with all facts about individual animals. A livestock scale is a critical tool if you are looking to optimize the performance of your animals.