1972 Oliver 1755
A restoration success storyMax Armstrong shares the story of a 1972 Oliver 1755 restored by Corey Verstraeten, San Antonio, Texas. This was his latest restoration, which was a national champion in the...
View Article1912 John Deere Waterloo Boy
There’s a real vintage tractor hitting that Mecum Auction coming up in early NovemberMax Armstrong shares the story of a 1919 John Deere Waterloo Boy that will be on the auction block at the Mecum...
View Article1972 Farmall 544
Sometimes you do get what you want.In Max’s Tractor Shed, Max introduces a 1972 Farmall 544 owned by Mark Buschelman or Fordyce, Neb. This tractor was the apple of Mark’s eye, and he made it his.Max's...
View Article1968 Allis-Chalmers D-21
This special machine will be available at the Mecum AuctionMax Armstrong shares the story of a 1968 Allis-Chalmers D-21, that will go on sale at the Iowa Premier Auction with Mecum Auctions, Nov. 9 and...
View Article1968 International 656
This owner of this old tractor did pretty well for himself, he’s Sonny Perdue.In Max’s Tractor Shed, Max introduces a 1968 International 656 that is owned by Sec. of Agriculture Sonny Perdue.Max's...
View Article1953 John Deere 60
The owner of this tractor is keeping it in the family.In Max's Tractor Shed this week, Max introduces a 1953 John Deere 60, owned by an Iowa man who has plans to keep the tractor in the family, long...
View ArticleA gift idea
Max Armstrong offers one idea for that hard-to-buy-for farmer in your lifeMax Armstrong offers a preview of “Tractor” which may be on your favorite farmer’s Christmas wish list; it’s a new book out...
View ArticleBook: Half Century of Progress Book
Max Armstrong has a book idea for your Christmas gift shopping.In Max’s Tractor Shed, Max introduces the Half Century of Progress Show Book, available by mail only, information below.Make checks...
View ArticleA Farmall 300 as a gift
Max Armstrong shares information about a special collectible that’s availableMax Armstrong shares another holiday wish list item, the Max Armstrong Farmall 300 collectible from Spec Cast; you can learn...
View ArticleIndiana women play key role in livestock enterprises
Here’s a closer look at three women who help make Hoosier livestock operations tick. By Molly ZentzAnimal agriculture still generates a substantial amount of sales for the state of Indiana. As of the...
View ArticleYoung Stockmen’s class graduates at KLA convention
This year’s Young Stockmen’s Academy class brings the total number of alumni to 260. The 13th class of the Kansas Livestock Association Young Stockmen’s Academy graduated Nov. 30 at the close of the...
View ArticleKLA sets policy on taxes, wildfires, animal traceability
Kansas Livestock Association members approved 62 resolutions at their Nov. 30 meeting. Members of the Kansas Livestock Association approved policy addressing property taxes, wildfire suppression,...
View ArticleDriftless Region Beef Conference Jan. 24-25
Cattle producers are encouraged to attend annual event in Dubuque, Iowa. With nearly 2.5 million cattle in these four Midwest states, university Extension services in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and...
View ArticleGrazing cornstalks: Pairs vs. dry cows
Consider that lactating cows require double the energy of dry, pregnant cows, so supplement is needed when grazing pairs on stalks. Cornstalk residue can be an economical source of forage for beef...
View ArticleIs your herd focused on meeting demand?
Buckeye Beef Brief: Demand by consumers for premium-priced branded beef continues to climb. Suggesting it’s been a wild ride on the path to profitability in the cow-calf sector during this decade is...
View ArticleNew computer model uses decades of data to help producers predict wheat...
“Simulating alternative outcomes for forage wheat production management options will ultimately aid producers in making decisions.” A new, pioneering forage wheat model could provide a valuable...
View ArticleMinnesota beef farmers recognized at annual convention
Slideshow: Producers who manage the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Farmfest food booth receive the “Cattlemen of the Year Award.” At the 2018 annual convention of the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s...
View ArticleRural economic outlook promising
• Wheat prices are expected to hold well into next year.• Beef cattle prices likely will remain strong.• Farmland values are expected to stay strong.• Farmers and...
View ArticleDelta Farm Press Calendar of Events
To list your organization's special event in the Delta Farm Press Calendar of Events, e-mail details, including contact person, phone number, etc., to: Ed.Phillips@farmprogress.com.Dec. 7: Food Safety...
View ArticlePlaintiffs four for four in N.C. hog nuisance lawsuits
North Carolina Assistant Agriculture Commissioner Sandy Stewart emphasized a big concern is that nobody with ties to agriculture was allowed to serve on the juries. The plaintiffs are now four for...
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