Headed to Hay and Forage Expo

[Jessie_Scott_SF]

Next week I’m headed to the Hay and Forage Expo to take a look at the newest lineup of round balers. I’m going to look at advancements in baler technology, components available to make higher density bales, pickup options, and time-saving features. You can see more specifics here: http://www.agriculture.com/machinery/hay-and-forage-equipment/balers/headed-to-hay-fage-expo_217-ar4....

Are you headed to the show? Let me know what you’re going to check out. Can’t make it? What would you look into if you were going?

[Jim Meade / Iowa City]

I've been to the Hay Expo and found it interesting, but can't make it this year.

I'd be looking for equipment and technology that would make haymaking more predictable and controllable.  That means dealing with unpredictable weather.

Of course,one-man operation, that goes without saying.  Automation is the wave of the future, so obviously that is a given.