Hay Talk Powered by Massey Ferguson
By Massey Ferguson
Hay Talk Powered by Massey FergusonJun 30, 2022
The Triple Windrow Attachment
Hosts Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson chat about the triple windrow attachment, exclusive to Hesston by Massey Ferguson. Find out the benefits, and stick around for information about choppers, double conditioners and more.
Cutter Balers
Hosts Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson take on the topic of cutter balers. They’ll be discussing the length of cuts, number of knives, bale density and more. They’ll also discuss shipping efficiencies, so stick around to the end.
The Impact of Ground Speed and RPM
Hosts Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson continue their discussion of machine recommendations and adjustments, today looking into rakes and balers.
The Impact of Ground Speed and RPM
Hosts Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson look into machine recommendations and adjustments, specifically looking at the differences ground speed and rpm can have on mowers and tedders.
Raking: Types, Timing and More
Hosts Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson discuss the changes that rake type and timing can have on your hay, as well as the impacts of forage moisture.
Round Bale Silage and Forage Quality
Hosts Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson continue their discussion on round bale silage, with a look at forage quality, labor savings, the Massey Ferguson RB Series and Protec balers, plus efficiencies and quality of life changes you can implement on your farm.
Round Bale Silage
Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson discuss round bale silage, along with best management practices, livestock nutrition, moisture levels, crop types and how it all ties together.
Hay Dry-Down
Matt LeCroy and Jessica Williamson discuss crop types, swath width, conditioning and their impacts on your hay dry-down.
Equipment Storage and Maintenance
Storing and maintaining your equipment isn’t the most exciting part of your hay business. AGCO product specialist Dane Mosel tells us why it can pay big dividends down the road
Hauling and Storing Your Hay
You have your hay harvested. Now it’s time to put it to work. Nebraska hay producer Randy Mosel goes over some strategies for transport and storage of your hay.
How to Bale Better
Baling is a critical step in the haying process, and your baling practices could make or break a successful hay crop. AGCO product specialist Dane Mosel joins the show to discuss better baling.
Raking and Tedding That Works
Looking to improve your raking and tedding skills? Dr. Lisa Baxter from the University of Georgia goes over some of the best practices.
Make the Most of Mowing
Host Matt LeCroy is joined by Dr. Dan Undersander, professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin to talk mowing practices and to share insights from his lifetime studying agriculture.
What Makes High-Quality Forage?
AGCO Agronomist Dr. Jessica Williamson discusses the factors that determine forage quality.
Getting Your Best Hay Stand
Dr. Alex Rocatelli joins Matt LeCroy to discuss how you can get your best overall forage growth in the field.