Farmers Hot Line

09/04/2025

New in Farmers Hot Line: We’re spotlighting the tools that keep your harvest moving from field to storage.

From high-capacity augers and grain monitoring tech to conveyors, elevators and wagons, these product spotlights cover the equipment built to protect your investment and make handling more efficient.

Read the full product spotlights:
➡️ All-Star Augers: https://www.farmershotline.com/product-reviews/all-star-augers
➡️ Monitoring Tech: https://www.farmershotline.com/product-reviews/grain-gadgets
➡️ Conveyors, Elevators and Wagons: https://www.farmershotline.com/product-reviews/getting-a-grip-on-your-harvest

08/28/2025

AI is changing how we spray — not someday, but right now. From targeted w**d control to live variable rate applications, smart sprayer tech like CNH Industrial’s SenseApply is reshaping how producers protect crops and improve yields. 🌱

Learn how artificial intelligence is guiding the next generation of sprayers:

Discover how AI, machine learning, and CNH’s SenseApply tech help farmers cut waste, target w**ds, and improve yields with precision spraying.

08/27/2025

In today’s livestock operations, accurate weighing isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. From tracking weight gain and health to ensuring fair transactions, the right scale setup makes all the difference.

In our latest Product Spotlight, we round up the latest in cattle and livestock scale innovations, featuring top models from Gallagher Animal Management, Rice Lake Weighing Systems, Tru-Test Datamars, W-W Paul Scales, USA Measurements and Cardinal/Detecto Scale.

Read here:

To have successful herd management, producers rely on accurate livestock weighing. Cattle and livestock scales provide vital information related to animal health, weight gain tracking, medication dosage and feed efficiency. This data helps producers make timely, informed decisions that impact both s...

08/26/2025

Rolling through 15-inch rows isn’t easy, but two engineering students at Southern Illinois University found a way. Their row-navigating robot utilizes cameras, sensors and even an Xbox controller to assist farmers in monitoring crops without damaging them.

Read the full story on Farmers Hot Line: https://www.farmershotline.com/story/rolling-through-the-rows

08/21/2025

Don't miss the Fall Harvest Issue of Farmers Hot Line! From innovative tech to practical strategies, this issue is packed with timely insights for the season.

Explore how SIU students are rolling out a compact crop-inspecting robot built to navigate tight soybean rows. Gain valuable lessons in timing from the 2025 corn and soybean harvest to help guide your selling and storage decisions. Browse the Equipment Marketplace for regional listings of equipment, parts and attachments, plus product spotlights on grain handling, monitoring and augers.

Read the full issue here: https://publication.farmershotline.com/farmers-hot-line-harvest-fall-2025/0032993001755018207

08/19/2025

Drones aren’t just futuristic—they’re practical tools that are transforming the way producers manage their fields. From spraying and spreading to mapping and monitoring, today’s aerial options offer real-time data and labor savings.

Check out some of the most capable ag drones on the market right now in our product spotlight:

It’s easy to think of drones as technology for the future, as just a novelty. However, as farms scale up in size and labor shortages continue, ag drones are becoming a necessity by offering reliability, efficiency, smaller costs and easier decision making.

08/07/2025

Machines don’t wait for a convenient time to break down. One unexpected failure can bring your entire operation to a standstill.

But with smart planning, key strategies and well-timed decisions to replace equipment before it fails, you can turn a potential crisis into a manageable transition and keep things running smoothly.

Read the full article: https://www.farmershotline.com/story/dont-wait-until-it-breaks

08/04/2025

Don’t miss it, the August edition of Farmers Hot Line is here!

This issue explores how to stay ahead of equipment breakdowns with proactive planning and practical tips for building a long-term replacement strategy. You'll also find an in-depth look at AI-powered spraying technology and what farmers should know before investing in a "smart sprayer."

Read the August issue here: https://publication.farmershotline.com/farmers-hot-line-national-august-2025/0908206001753887799

08/01/2025

Irrigation season is here — is your toolkit ready? 💧

In our latest feature, we break down the essential tools and gear every grower should have on hand to build, maintain and troubleshoot a high-performing irrigation system.

Discover the must-have tools for trenching, sealing, and testing your irrigation system. Boost efficiency, reduce downtime, and extend system lifespan.

07/30/2025

From hauling loads to hitting the trails, summer is prime time for utility and recreational vehicles.

Explore the latest ATV and UTV models built for durability, comfort and performance in our newest roundup.

🔗 Read more: https://www.farmershotline.com/product-reviews/work-hard-play-harder

07/29/2025

July is Smart Irrigation Month — the perfect time to reassess your watering habits. 💧

From gravity-fed barrels to solar-powered pumps, today’s irrigation options make it easier than ever to save water and improve efficiency. This guide breaks down low-cost systems, sensor tools and smart strategies to stretch every drop — without breaking the bank. ⬇️

Learn low-cost, sustainable irrigation methods — from drip lines to solar pumps — to conserve water and boost yields on small farms and rural land.

07/23/2025

Smarter irrigation starts with the right equipment. 💧

Explore the latest irrigation innovations helping growers improve water efficiency and support sustainable farm operations:

Water efficiency is becoming increasingly important in today’s agriculture industry. To meet the challenge and support growers, irrigation equipment must offer precision, control and overall efficiency. Selecting the right products for your system goes beyond performance. It requires considering l...