By now, we hope your harvest is finally drawing to a close. There is no doubt that the length of this year's harvest will set records. In fact, the USDA recently reported that the major corn states had managed to harvest just 37% of that crop compared with 82% on average by the date of November 22nd of the past five years. One thing's for sure, the usual three to four months growers typically have to plan new equipment purchases, maintenance and upgrades has dramatically shrunk. But, as Thomas Jefferson appropriately said, "Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits."
To that point, our U.S. subscribers need to be aware that there has been no law passed to provide for bonus depreciation in 2010. Section 179 depreciation is scheduled to drop back down to $128,000 from $250,000 on January 1, 2010. So, if you've haven't taken advantage of this excellent tax incentive, we encourage you to talk to your Apache dealer or tax advisor. You may also find additional information here on the IRS's website.
It is our sincere hope that this e-newsletter and subsequent editions of Applying Trends will serve as a timely resource for your spraying needs.
ET Updates...
Upcoming Spray Clinics:
Spray Clinics are a joint venture between ET and our dealers designed
to share and promote spraying knowledge. They are an excellent opportunity
for applicators of any skill level to learn trends, brush up on the latest
precision ag tools and more. We hope to see you there! Click below to
RSVP online.
January 7, 2010
Where: ET headquarters, Mooresville, Ind.
February 2, 2010
Where: Riggins Co., Yutan, Neb.
February 2 & 3, 2010
Where: Ohio Valley Ag, Owensboro, Ky.
February 4, 2010
Where: Illini Sprayer Company, Oreana, Ill.
February 8, 2010
Where: Waitt Equipment, Cicero, Ind.
February 9, 2010
Where: Simpson Farm Enterprises, Great Bend, Kan.
February 10, 2010
Where: Simpson Farm Enterprises, Hays, Kan.
February 11, 2010
Where: Simpson Farm Enterprises, Ransom, Kan.
Upcoming Farm Shows:
If you're planning on attending a show and want to ensure some time with
an ET representative, let us know you're coming and tell us what you want
to talk about. Click below to visit ETsprayers.com and fill out a quick
email to us online.
Western Canadian Crop Production Show, January 11 - 14, 2010 in Saskatoon, Sask.
National No-till Conference, January 13 - 16, 2010 in Des Moines, Iowa
National Farm Machinery Show, February 10 - 13, 2010 in Louisville, Ky.
Mid-South Farm and Gin Show, February 26 - 27, 2010 in Memphis, Tenn.
Commodity Classic, March 4 - 6, 2010 in Anaheim, Calif.
Congratulations to Arnett
New Holland of Enid, Ok., Brokaw
Supply Company of Fort Dodge, Iowa and Southern
Application Management of Cleveland, Miss. for joining ET's family
of dealerships. If you haven't been in to see them, we invite you to.
Like all our Apache dealers, they are true spraying experts and are ready
to help you with all your spraying needs.
Want to learn more about the Apache from Apache
owners?
We have plenty of video testimonials on our website. You'll learn how
applicators from all over use the Apache to accomplish their goals of
productivity and profitability.
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Covey's Corner
All things parts & service
| With winter fast approaching and harvest finally coming to an end, it is time to start thinking about winterizing your Apache Sprayer. Here are some tips to help ensure your spring spraying starts smoothly: | |
> Always rinse the wet system thoroughly - making sure not to leave any chemical residue in the system. > Remove and clean the boom and product strainers, blow out lines going to both pressure gauges outside the cab, and then completely drain the product pump. Want more detail? Click here view and print the excerpt from the Apache Operating Manual. Don't forget the often overlooked service items such as: > The hydraulic return filter > Rear axle oil (in fact it's a good idea to grease every point on the machine) > Engine air filters, and > The most important filters on the sprayer: the cab filters. You can order replacement filters from your dealer under part number K65000066 this gets you both filters for any 2005 and newer Apache model. Click here to contact your dealer! Precision
ag tips
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