Contents
September
Equipment Marketplace
Discover a regional selection of equipment, parts and attachments – all from verified sellers you can trust. Each month, we spotlight listings to help you find what you need faster.
Precision Agriculture
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AI-driven drones revolutionize farming by monitoring crops, managing inputs, detecting issues early and enabling faster, smarter decisions that improve yield, efficiency and sustainability.
Equipment Slump
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Agriculture faces a downturn, but tech and precision tools help farmers adapt. Learn how equipment retrofits, AI solutions and market strategy guide smarter, resilient operations.
2025
Volume 51 • Number 9
Feature
Learn how low-stress
19 weaning methods improve calf health, minimize weight loss and enhance profitability. Science-backed handling, preconditioning and facility design keep your herd thriving year-round.
Product Spotlight
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Tackle feeding and bedding efficiently with advanced balers and processors. Explore versatile machines designed to handle large bales, reduce labor, minimize waste and ensure consistent, healthy nutrition for livestock.
Commodity Markets
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From crop tours to USDA reports and major farm shows, discover how to separate market hype from reality and focus on cash prices, basis and futures spreads for smarter decisions.
departments
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