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Massey-Ferguson has introduced the MF 266, a versatile
field cultivator designed to handle weed control, seedbed
preparation, chemical incorporation and summerfallowing.
MF cites new cultivator
DES MOINES, la. - It takes a
versatile field cultivator to handle
field work that includes weed
control, seedbed preparation,
chemical incorporation and
summerfallowing.
Massey-Ferguson has in
troduced the MF 266 field
cultivator to handle all these tasks.
The new MF 266, featuring both
mounted and pull-type models, is
available in 47 different con
figurations to fit tractor power and
field size as well as transport width
and height restrictions.
Mounted,
Pull-Type
Mounted models of the MF 266
are available with eight, nine or 13-
foot mam frames with an overall
working width of up to 25 feet. The
three-bar design frame of the
mounted unitis 67 inches deep from
front to rear, giving ample room
between shanks for trash flow
through.
Pull-type models are equipped
with a well-braced four-inch
square tubular steel hitch for
strength and reliability. Center
sections of 10, 13 or 17 feet are
offered to provide flexibility and
meet transport width
requirements.
Frame depth is 89 or 96 inches
depending on model. Overall
working width ranges from 9 feet
11 inches with rigid frame to 49 feet
7 inches on the five-section folding
pull-type models.
The smaller pull-type models
have single main frame axles and
Adjustable deep tillage tool cited
WELCOME, Mn. - Eagle
Engineering & Manufacturing,
Inc., Welcome, Mn., has in
troduced the first field adjustable
Deep Tillage Tool. It has the ability
to be quickly adjusted from 24” to
30” shank spacing by simply
changing the settings on the
manual adjustment arms. The
Hydraulic option enables the
operator to make the adjustment
from the cab.
By being fully' adjustable, this
Tillage Tool can be used in a wide
range of field conditions. In the
closed position, the Land Lord will
cover 60 to 90% of crop residue.
Where more surface residue is
desired, you simply move to a
wider setting. The design of the
unit enables you to do a complete
tillage job in just one pass. With
the shanks working at up to 24”
deep, you will be shattering hard-
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economical crank-adjust gauge
wheels on the wings. Larger
models offer the option of tandem
axles on both the main section and
the wings with hydraulic control
for convenience.
The double-folding, five-section
wing frames on the larger sizes
reduce transport height for safer
movement and storage con
venience.
Greater Trash
Flow
Twenty-four inch vertical
clearance from the tip of the shovel
to the underside of the frame
allows more trash flow for non-stop
operation, while seven-inch shank
spacing is close enough for better
weed control and thorough
chemical incorporation.
The MF 266 features a 2 Vz-inch
square welded tube frame for
rigidity and long life. The 9/16-by-l
**/4 inch shanks on extension spring
mounts, absorb shock loads and
trip out to 16 inches high when
contacting hidden obstacles.
Optional three- and four-bar
mounted finishing harrows are
available to give a final finish for a
smooth seedbed. They feature coil
teeth design with adjustable angle
and 12-inch teeth for vibrating
action to break clods and control
stirring action for customer
preference.
For more information on the
mounted and pull-type MF 266 field
cultivators, contact your local
Massey-Ferguson dealer.
pan and tillage surface soil at the
same time.
The shanks are mounted on
independent swivels to allow each
shank to also move horizontally
around obstructions without
putting strain on the entire Tillage
Tool. Each shank follows a 20”
fluted coulter that cuts heavy
residue to prevent plugging. Due to
this unique design, the Land Lord
requires only 20 to 25 horsepower
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PennAg celebrates 106th
year at Grain Meeting .
BY JACK HUBLEY
LANCASTER - “We’re being
confronted with more health and
environmental issues than ever,”
noted PennAg executive vice
president David Brubaker at the
organization’s Annual Grain
Meeting on Monday night. “We
must have a positive approach and
sometimes that’s going to mean
admitting that there is a problem.”
After outlining several im
portant legislative topics being
matched closely by PennAg,
Bmbaker underlined the im
po'tance of active communication
between congressmen and their
ccnstituents.
I can assure you that 50 letters
arriving in a congressional office
on a single topic is an avalanche,
and 25 well-written letters will
receive serious consideration,”
Brubaker stressed.
This year’s meeting marked the
106th anniversary for PennAg, the
Ephrata-based political watchdog
organization serving Pennsylvania
agribusiness at the state level.
Founded in 1878 as an
organization representing eastern
Pa. millers in a dispute over
freight rates favoring their
western counterparts, PennAg
currently characterizes itself as a
vital “Third Force”, acting as
liaison between state government
and the private sector.
Following Brubaker was Pen
nAg president George H. Blankley
of S.F.Scattergood and Company
in Narberth. Blankley cited
several areas of concern including
the Chesapeake Bay and animal
rights issues, adding that many of
the problems facing agriculture
are politically generated.
Zeroing in on his “pet peeve”,
Blankley noted that the proposed
sl-per-ton feed tax would fund the
construction, staffing and
equipping of three laboratories
at a total cost of $14.5 million, for
diagnostic work and research on
diseases such as avian influenza.
Blankley emphasized that one
laboratory would certainly be
sufficient.
Intended as both a social and
educational function, the Grain
Meeting features guest speakers
offering insight into crop prospects
and marketing strategies.
This year’s speaker was Merrill
Phillips, vice president of The
Ingredient Exchange, Inc., of Fort
Wayne, Indiana. Previously with
Central Soya, Phillips was
responsible for the purchase of all
major and micro feed ingredients
for the production of Master Mix
feed for over 30 manufacturing
facilities nationwide.
Speaking on the principles of
buying and selling feed
ingredients, Phillips listed his 10
“buyer beware’s”.
per shank depending on soil con
ditions.
The Land Lord is available in 5,
7, and 9 shank models, fully
mounted or pull type. All models
are available with either ridged or
automatic spring reset.
For more information, contact
Eagle Engineering & Manufac
turing, Inc., P.O. Box 295,
Welcome, Mn., 56181. Or phone toll
free 800-533-0528.
Featured speaker at Penn Ag's Annual Grain Meeting on
Monday evening was Merrill Phillips of The Ingredient Ex
change, Inc., Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Phillips’ first two topics were
lack of self-discipline and lack of
patience.
“There are times when you
should not own that one truckload
of a commodity that you need to
make feed this Wednesday,” the
buyer observed. “One of the
hardest things to do is wait on the
sidelines.”
Phillips also underlined the
importance of a “game plan”.
Speaking on long-term purchasing
strategies, he said that buyers
should know their winter fiber
requirements by August. The most
significant market profits are the
result of decisions made m the
deferred position, Phillips said.
Other purchasing pitfalls include
lack of money management and
overtrading. Phillips also warned
buyers not to trade against the
trend, stating that such a move
was like standing in front of a
freight train. “Either get off the
tracks or on the train,’ ’ he advised.
“As a rule, never add to a losing
position,” was Phillips’ counsel on
the subject of averaging a loss.
“Add only to profitable positions.”
Phillips also warned buyers to
beware of oversuccess, telling
them to decrease their market
Eagle Eng. and Mfg., Inc. has announced the first field
adjustable deep tillage tool.
committment after a “hot streak”
“Don’t allow your ego to throw
away all you’ve achieved,” he
said.
Finally, Phillips cautioned
against taking the advice of a
“know-it-all”.
“Everyday, all over the world,
buyers and sellers are searching
for that one price that best
balances supply and demand,’’ he
said, “and no one person has a fool
proof trading system. Rely on two
or three trustworthy opinions,’’
Phillips concluded,” and if you
have a broker, treat him as a part
of your buying team and not an
outsider.”
In addition to its Annual Gram
Meeting, PennAg also schedules
educational meetings, (such as a
pesticide recertification seminar
held earlier this month) on a wide
range of pertinent agricultural
topics.
Other services available to the
membership include a group in
surance plan and low-cost printing,
particularly of feed tags where
specific FDA requirements must
be met.
PennAg is currently supported
by approximately 460 active
members, along with 150 affiliates.
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