820-Lancaster Farming, Saturday, December 18, 1999 Chore-Time Offers Full-Line Of T\ibe Feeders MILFORD, Ind Chore- Time Hog Production Systems (a combination of Staco, Inc, and part of Chore-Time Equipment) has added a full line of hog tube feeders to the company’s product offerings. The new tube feeders are designed to provide pork producers with an economical, low-maintenance, double-sided feeder. These tube feeders are offered in models for wean through finishing. The feeders are available in 24-, 30-, 48-, and 60-mch (610-, 762-, 1219-, and 1524-mm) models, and each is capable of handling from 25 to 60 pigs, depending on feeder length. Some of the unique features incorporated into Chore-Time’s new Tube Feeders include: • Easy-to-read feed index set tings that allow quick and accu rate changes to the feeder’s feed adjustment. Producers can fine tune their feed settings in 1/32- mch (8 mm) increments or quickly move the feeder from fully open to fully closed. • Chore-Time’s simple feed trough design makes clean-out faster and easier. The trough’s strength-giving shape also helps direct moisture away from the feed tube. • Watering stations on the feeder make water easy to access for even the smallest pigs and help to reduce water waste Water pipes are easy to remove for servicing. • Feed spinners on the feed ers are easy for the pigs to use in agitating and dispensing feed. • Durable polyethylene and Grade 304 welded stainless steel construction provides long feed- Radial Tractor Tire Designed For Higher Speeds AKRON, Ohio Goodyear is offering two new sizes in its line of Dyna Torque Radial tractor tires that are designed for speeds of up to 40 miles per hour for sprayer equipment. The tire is now available in 380/85R46 and 320/85R34. With an overall diameter of 71.8 inches and overall width of 15 2 inches, the 380/85R46 is capable of handling a load of 6,600 pounds at 47 pounds per square inch at speeds of up to 40 miles per hour. The 320/85R34 has an overall diameter of 55.4 inches and an overall width of 12.6 inches. It is rated for a 40-mph load of 4,400 pounds at 47 psi. “Many farmers are driving their sprayer equipment at higher speeds as they go from field to field, which increases the demands on tire performance. These new Dyna Torque Radial sizes are designed specifically to increase tire life under these high-speed conditions,” said Dave Weed, Goodyear’s applica tions engineer for farm tires. > Business * News Chore-Time Hog Production Systems has added a full line of hog tube feeders to the compa ny’s product offerings. er performance life and low maintenance. • An optional 35-pound (16- kilogram) capacity feed hopper is available for mounting on Chore-Time’s Tube Feeder Other pig feeders available from Chore-Time include rectan gular stainless steel Generation lII™ (Staco) dry feeders; a pad dle feeder for wet or dry feeding of pigs; unique round feeders designed to work with the pig’s natural feeding preferences; far rowing feeders; gestation troughs; and a variety of drop feeders. The company also offers ventilation systems and controls as well as feed storage and con veying equipment. Goodyear is offering two new sizes in its line of Dyna Torque Radial tractor tires that are designed for speeds of up to 40 miles per hour for sprayer equipment. The Dyna Torque Radial’s three-pitch tread design improves traction, and the cas ing is designed to increase the life of the tire. Compared to a bias tire, the Dyna Torque Radial requires less time in the field, reducing fuel costs and extending casing life. MOLINE, 111. Versatility, af fordability, and power have been the hallmarks of the John Deere 4000 Series compact utility trac tors. Now, with more power than ever, professional landscapers or small acreage owners can tackle even bigger jobs with the John Deere 4700 Compact Utility Trac tor. Powered by a 48 gross hp diesel engine, the model 4700 provides an industry exclusive the high est horsepower with hydrostatic transmission in its class. The 4700 will feature three transmission op tions to meet operator needs Hydrostatic (40 PTO hp), Powr- Reverser™ (41.5 PTO hp) and Powrßeverser ™ with Creeper (41.5 PTO hp). The reverser transmission al lows the operator to change direc tions by simply flipping a lever— without clutching speeding re petitive loader and blade work for increased productivity. A large bore-and-stroke design delivers a Dairylea Cooperative Reviews Year Of Accomplishments SYRACUSE, N.Y. - Dairylea Cooperative Inc.’s accomplish ments for fiscal year 1999 will enhance the performance and strength of the organization and its members well into the next century, reported President Clyde E. Rutherford at the coop erative’s annual meeting Oct 12 -13 at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool, N.Y. During his presentation, Rutherford noted that although the new millennium will usher in many changes and chal lenges, it will also provide many equally important opportunities for the cooperative, its members, and the dairy industry as a whole. “The cooperative strives to provide value to its members by being financially sound, paying members a highly competitive price for their milk, providing programs and services that have a positive impact on members’ bottom line, and being an advo cate for farmers on legislative matters,” he said. More than 800 Dairylea Golden Harvest Offers Producers FasTrak™ BLOOMINGTON, 111, Golden Harvest has teamed up with John Deere Credit to offer Golden Harvest customers low interest loans for their purchase of Golden Harvest seed and other crop inputs for the 2000 growing season. Golden Harvest customers may finance up to three times the amount of their seed pur chases over $lO,OOO through the John Deere Credit FasTrak™ Financing Program. Applications are available from Golden Harvest Dealers. Applications for financing up to $150,000 will receive answers within three hours. “Golden Harvest is pleased to offer agricultural input financ ing through John Deere Credit, a leader in agricultural financ ing, to our valued customers,” Deere Compact Utility Trailer Boasts High HP Professional landscapers or small acreage owners can tackle even bigger jobs with the John Deere 4700 Com pact Utility Tractor. high torque rise to power ground engaging implements without strain. The diesel engine features direct fuel injection for quick starts and improved fuel economy. For ease of operation, the auto bleed fuel system makes it possi ble to restart the engine even when it has run completely out of fuel. Simply refill the fuel tank and start members and industry guests attended the two-day meeting. Profits for Fiscal Year 1999 totaled $630,000 stated Rutherford. Dairylea marketed 10 percent more milk than last year - total ing 5.3 billion pounds. The coop erative’s milk sales increased to approximately $BBl million. Premiums paid to members translated into an average 46 cents on a hundredweight basis. Additionally, Rutherford reported that most of the cooper ative’s existing programs and services for members were upgrad ed, expanded and enhanced in 1999. “The most important advan tage of membership in Dairylea is having access to a wide vari ety of resources through our holding company, Agri-Services, LLC. Members are provided with a multitude of innovative programs and services that gives them a competitive edge and improved quality of life,” he said. Of special note, Rutherford announced a new comprehen- To Crop Input Financing said Jim Sommer, president of Golden Harvest Seeds, Inc. “This is a natural way to expand our customer relationship and makes our marketing offer com plete with a total package of superior genetics, outstanding agronomic and dealer support, and convenient financing.” Golden Harvest seed financed through FasTrak is eli gible for Golden Harvest volume discounts. Under the Golden Harvest financing program, growers can finance up to three times the cost of their Golden Harvest seed purchase to pay for other the engine with no time or effort needed for priming. The new en gine also meets year 2000 emis sion standards and runs at lower sound levels for enhanced opera tor comfort Four-wheel drive will be stand ard. Separate power steering and implement flow enhance hydraul ic performance. The 4700 also features inde pendent shiftable rear and op tional mid PTOs. Twin Touch ™ Hydro Pedals allow the operator to keep both hands on the steering wheel for safety. A streamlined operator station makes the tractor easier to mount and dismount an puts controls within convenient reach. An operator presence system makes sure that the operator is safely seated before the PTO can be engaged. A triple-safety start ing system requires the transmis sion to be in neutral with imple ments disengaged before the operator can start the engine with a key. sive estate planning program, Agri-Secure, offered by Dairylea through Elwyn Voss and Associates. Rutherford reiterated the cooperative’s commitment to increasing its members prof itability and has been a leading role in representing dairy farm ers’ interests on national and regional pricing issues. During his presentation to members and industry leaders, Chief Executive Officer Rick Smith provided details on Dairy Marketing services, LLC (DMS), the new entity created out of a joint venture with Dairy Farmers of America. DMS is the largest marketer of milk in the North east, selling close to 10 billion pounds of raw milk annually. The milk is provided by more than 6,000 dairy producers located throughout New England, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and West Virginia. DMS is supplying the milk requirements of 90 proces sors and manufacturers in the region. agricultural inputs. For exam ple, a grower purchasing $50,000 worth of Golden Harvest seed may finance an additional $lOO,OOO toward other non-seed inputs for a total financed of $150,000. The por tion of the financing covering the seed offers one of the most competitive interest rates in the industry. John Deere Credit determines the interest rate for the non-seed portion of the financing package. For more information, call your Golden Harvest Dealer or call Golden Harvest Central Office at (800) 610-7333.
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