Wrecking their land Nov 5, 2009
Protesting farmers fill highways with tractors. Congressmen seek modification of the Endangered Species Act. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Communities in the North appeals for electricity Nov 4, 2009
He said this year the Assembly has acquired five tractors for some farmers group in the District. Mr Wahab said the beneficiary farmers were supposed to use five years to pay for the facility by the instalment. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Weeds threaten wildlife and create fire hazard in Deep South Nov 4, 2009
The control effort includes everything from portable backpack sprayers to more elaborate rigs on ATVs and large tractors. Sometimes the battle can be daunting. (USA Today -- Tech)
Double Critical Wake Up with Asempa FM Radio Show Nov 4, 2009
Economic mismanagement He cited examples all the way from Nkrumahs time when tractors purchased for farming were mismanaged, and all the good work was not continued; then the Busia time, Acheampong, Akuffo, Limann, Rawlings, to Kufuor and now Mills not using the Jubilee House which has an over-invoice of several hundreds of millions of dollars. 5. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Warning motorists about farmers' late harvest Nov 4, 2009
Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson said the recent time change, from Daylight Savings to Standard, brings darkness to most of Illinois prior to 5:30 p.m. each day, just at a time when record numbers of tractors, combines, trucks and wagons are using rural roads, and county and state highways. In a normal year, Illinois farmers expect to be more than 80 percent done with corn and soybean harvest by November 1, Nelson said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
2 teens killed in explosion Nov 3, 2009
He loved working with tractors, being outside, hunting and fishing. Reader Comments. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Zambia: Fuel Prices Hangs in the Balance [editorial] Nov 3, 2009
Fuel drives the engines of the economy and already, the Zambia National Farmers Union has warned that if the shortage persists, the agricultural sector will be affected as farmers depend on diesel to operate their machinery like tractors. There are other sectors like the manufacturing and transport sectors whose operations risk grinding to a halt if the current shortage continues. (allAfrica.com)
NASCAR shoots itself in the foot at Talladega again Nov 3, 2009
"That means get the tractors out and knock down the banking.". Obviously, the bump-drafting ban was not the solution for better and safer racing at Talladega. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ablakwa not happy with commercialisation of ISD vans in Wa Nov 3, 2009
Mr. Okudzeto-Ablakwa announced that 200 tractors would be provided b= y the Brazilian government while Kristo Asafo, a Ghanaian manufacturing fir= m would also make available 20 tractors to farmers next year to help government mechanize agriculture. Talking about the "Free School Uniform", the Deputy Information Minister said Printers, a local textile manufacturing firm, had been contracted to provide materials to benefit more than six million children. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Report questions over $1.4B of Halliburton bills Nov 3, 2009
Whistle-blower testimony and a previously undisclosed Army audit found Halliburton and its subsidiary Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR) inflated cost estimates, billed for unnecessary equipment and personnel, submitted millions of dollars in duplicate charges and was repeatedly given preferential treatment over other contractors ... More than $560,000 for unneeded heavy equipment, including tractors and trailers. (Yahoo News -- Halliburton)
Vermeer Rancher 665 baler Nov 3, 2009
The Rancher 665 baler combines smart design with Vermeer M-Series baler technology and can produce high-density round bales up to 66 inches in diameter, 61 inches wide, using smaller hp tractors. Maximum bale weight is 1,700 pounds/dry. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
JoePosnanskiJoe's Blog NCAA legend Jackie Stiles leads effort for small Kansas town. Nov 3, 2009
You can and will get stuck behind slow-moving cars, trucks, tractors, burros or one of the Molina brothers for hours at a time. I'm fairly certain that the Pony Express' failed in large part because the riders would get so frustrated after getting stuck behind a particularly slow truck on Highway 36. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Column: NASCAR's nipping and tucking won't fix Talladega Nov 2, 2009
"Get some tractors out here and knock down the banking," Johnson said. Johnson's point is solid. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Zambia: Brace for Low Crop Yield, Warns Farmers Union Nov 2, 2009
The continued usage of fuel obtained from illegal fuel vendors suspected to have been mixed with substances such as paraffin destroys tractors engines. Meanwhile, NICA chairperson Kelvin Sampa said at a Press briefing yesterday that leaders should act responsibly and avoid statements that promote despondency and anarchy. (allAfrica.com)
AWB raising lets down grain growers Nov 2, 2009
Unfortunately, the mandated farmer directors were seemingly asleep on their tractors as the $300 million in Iraqi facilitation payments were made between 1999 and 2004. Even the more corporate directors made mistakes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Engineering – and dodging – disaster again at 'Dega Nov 2, 2009
Get some tractors out here and knock down the banking, Johnson said. Johnson s point is solid. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Nine years and Hispanic farmers still waiting for discrimination suit ruling Nov 1, 2009
Now they ring up purchases in stores, drive tractors - and hold the U.S. Department of Agriculture responsible for denying or delaying the loans that could have saved their farms ... Now they ring up purchases in stores, drive tractors - and hold the U.S. Department of Agriculture responsible for denying or delaying the loans that could have saved their farms. (Fresno Bee)
Most Tractors Require More Strength Than Teenagers’ Physical Capabilities (2) Nov 1, 2009
Most Tractors Require More Strength Than Teenagers Physical Capabilities Agri-View: Crop News ... Most Tractors Require More Strength Than Teenagers Physical Capabilities ... The clutches and brakes on the majority of commonly used farm tractors require more strength than teens 13 to 17 can comfortably and consistently muster. (Agri-View, WI)
MFBF focuses on children for Ag Safety Awareness week Nov 1, 2009
especially stresses the "no seat, no rider" rule, whether on tractors, ATVs or other equipment. "Having an extra person perched beside you on a tractor or hanging on the back of an ATV is just asking for a serious accident," she said. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Late harvest prompts motorist warning in Illinois Nov 1, 2009
There's a "harvest alert" on in DeKalb County, warning motorists to be aware of the many tractors, combines, wagons and trucks on roads because of this year's late harvest. The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office and DeKalb County Farm Bureau have issued the alert. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Simpa Panyin Mills Policy Of Okom-Nom-Tea Nov 1, 2009
Committee to study the colour of Ayarigas tractors concluded that Ayariga alone bought five tractors with untraceable NDC colours Committee to study why the Satellites won the Under-20 said that Prophets Mills and TB Joshua have been hallucinating like JJ. Committee to study how to reward the Black Satellites said that The Black Satellites should be rewarded by Mills and all Ghanaians The Committee said that setting up the committee was uncalled for. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Zimbabwe: Leaders' Corruption Unmasked Again [editorial] Oct 31, 2009
The same is true about all those who stole tractors and other farm machinery in the name of land reform. Good governance is built on a strong foundation of integrity which is lacking in a big way among our rulers. (allAfrica.com)
Sugars empty calories seen as a health threatThe best answer: Educate yourself, make a decision Oct 31, 2009
foodie wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:29 AM:" HFCS may be nutritionally the same as sugar, but those of us who seek out whole, less refined foods tend to use the least processed means available. Personally, I use turbinado sugar (Like Sugar In The Raw) whenever I can substitute it, or honey or agave. Because they're NATURAL. HFCS is touted by the corn industry as a great, CHEAP way to sweeten thousands of foods, but you also need to think of a picture greater than just edible calories here. What about... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
South Africa: Land Reform Moves Slowly in Post-Apartheid Era Oct 31, 2009
If the previous farmer was growing maize and a few livestock using two tractors, the beneficiaries would attempt to do the same thing-in contrast to dividing it up into small farm holdings. It didn't work. (allAfrica.com)
President Committee, Ahh!!"Ghanafuo Ato Aba Bonee" Oct 31, 2009
Tractor Ayariga stole tractors brought to the country by the previous NPP government and instead of President Committe sacking him, he set up a committee to investigate that came up with nought. The Foreign Minister, a known thief went missing and was traced to a Houston Hospital seeking medical help and what did President Committee do. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Olympic flame handed to Vancouver organizers Oct 30, 2009
It will then be carried by about 12,000 torchbearers who are runners, skiers, mountain bikers and other volunteers using horse-drawn carriages, kayaks, tractors and snowmobiles to cross the world's second largest country. Thursday's ceremony was attended by Governor General of Canada Michaelle Jean and Greek President Karolos Papoulias. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Sierra Leone: New Agriculture Plan Sprouts Oct 30, 2009
These farmers are also gaining access to tractors and pesticides. Other components of the NSADP include the development of agricultural infrastructure such as storage facilities, better roads, irrigation, markets, processing and packaging facilities, and the rehabilitation of research centres. (allAfrica.com)
Why are you seeking public office? Oct 29, 2009
My last position was Overseas Representative, responsible for marketing and service support of tractors sold outside North America. I continue the study of business and finance. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
JCPD uncovers marijuana growing operation Oct 29, 2009
devildog35 wrote on Oct 29, 2009 12:20 AM:" I would bet the farm, the tractors and both pigs that J.C.P.D. was tipped off about these opperations. J.C.P.D. couldn't find thier butts with both hands and a hound dog. Has anyone here ever called J.C.P.D. for serious help ? ( I.E. you need them NOW!) LMAO A town the size of J.C. and it takes them 10-15 min average to show up. Cab drivers know this town better than the cops do, OH.... and don't even DARE try and walk up to a cop in this town just to... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Bloggers' challenge: What, if anything, should be done to ease Main Street traffic? Oct 29, 2009
Route all the motor vehicle traffic to 100 E and 100 W. Center St and 100 N, from 100 W to 100 E, same thing - no cars, no trucks, no motorcycles, no tractors, no combines. Replace the asphalt with cobbles. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Newest 'Deere' put through paces on ag campus Oct 28, 2009
Theres reputed to be 320 horsepower, a roomier cab and better utilization of the latest electronic upgrades that come with a base list price of 266,784 from the nations leading manufacturer of farm tractors ... Count on Deere to use the report from UNLs tractor technicians to compare against the competition and against UNL test results for Deeres earlier models, said Arnold, a senior marketing representative at the companys manufacturing plant for row-crop tractors in Waterloo,... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Deep ruts and deepening concern (83) Oct 28, 2009
Tractors now sport tires on their front grills, so they can push equipment that gets stuck. The local elevator now says they reserve the right to reject any loads of soybeans that are too wet. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Q&A with Tech's Anderson Oct 28, 2009
He's known for his ubiquitous cowboy hat and songs about partying, friendship and, yes, sexy tractors. And Kenny Chesney, whose song "She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy" peaked at No. 11 on the country music charts in 1999, is one of Georgia Tech defensive tackle Ben Anderson's favorite singers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
* [SOCIETY] How the other half gives Oct 27, 2009
And Buffett, who spends so much time in South Africa that he has permanent residency, is driving one of those auto-steer tractors he loves into the fields, planting crops that he hopes will yield improved seeds for African farmers. A Republican and a farmer, he has a maverick take on the continents agricultural challenges X for example, he is a skeptic about subsidies for seed and fertilizer. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Newt Gingrich run in 2012? Oct 27, 2009
The harvester, the railroad and tractors were relatively new (having been invented since the last great minimum, the end of Maunder in about 1775) when it it became so cold during the Dalton minimum in 1910, that Niagra Falls froze over. Yes. (The Drudge Report)
Track men face their grand final Oct 27, 2009
His team has irrigation machines that are towed by tractors. We've got two 30-metre booms for the course proper, two 20-metre ones for the training circuit,'' he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cranberries - Wisconsin’s Largest Fruit Crop (19) Oct 27, 2009
Special tractors, also called beaters, are driven across the bed. These tractors look kind of like machines used to rake hay, but these machines gently knock the cranberries off the vines. (Agri-View, WI)
Western states stress energy cooperation Oct 26, 2009
Even before the ceremonial shovel-wielding, tractors were at work grading the site east of the Mendota Airport. Panels of thin-film solar cells, manufactured in Japan by Sharp Corp., will begin arriving in Mendota in mid-September, Cleantech America CEO Bill Barnes said, and the plant will be running by the end of this year. (Fresno Bee -- State)
For farm-water rights, planners ready to deal Oct 26, 2009
The drip tape wasn't cheap to install and required expensive upgrades to tractors, but Thelander believes the investment will pay off, in part because of an agreement that promised a steady supply of water until at least 2030. The deal, which includes a dozen or more water districts, in effect sets aside water for future growth in Maricopa, Pinal and Pima counties. (AZCentral -- News)
Shannon stumps Belvedere fest A.G. candidate Shannon makes stop in Fredericksburg Oct 26, 2009
While he was walking from a giant "pillow jump" to a racetrack for kid-powered pedal versions of John Deere tractors, Shannon got a report on some fresh polling. Lauren Howard, a seventh-grader at King George Middle School, told him he'd won her class's mock election. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Beyond the barbed wire of the DMZ Oct 26, 2009
But the DMZ Forum's efforts go beyond the tangible -- of tractors and organic farming; its real aim is to change the common perception of the DMZ.. "We're trying to change the view or concept of DMZ from fear, threat and landmines; change it from negative ideas to positive ideas of natural treasure, so we can build peace and prosperity. Our role is to change the world's view. We need to educate the world and the people of North and South Korea to keep it," Dr Lee said. (CNN -- International)
Engineers improve tractor lighting for night field work Oct 25, 2009
Good lighting on tractors is an important key to keeping everyone safe 24 hours a day ... Faced with a need for 360-degree lighting, John Deere engineers used computer software to design and place lights on their newest line of tractors ... I would say, the increased demand for AutoTrack on tractors has certainly increased the desire for customers to have better lighting, said Hogan. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Your Money: Which type of retiring farmer/rancher will you be (4) Oct 25, 2009
Do you suppose the CEO of John Deere buys tractors with his salary and bonuses to offset taxes, get a write off, and provide long-term assets for his retirement plan. By the way, depreciated assets must be recaptured on your income tax at the time of sale so it's like being forced to pay the entire taxes on your accumulated value of your IRA the day you take your first withdrawal. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Against Apple Picking Oct 24, 2009
Several tractors take turns hauling wagons with families up the slopes, and then back to the large store, where pumpkins, jams, ciders, pies, and flowers are sold. After jostling through the crowdsgaining access to the choice apple trees and a quick checkout lane requires the same level of competitiveness, foresight, and sharp elbows as winning admission to top nursery schoolsit's across the street to the petting zoo for the exquisite pleasure of having llamas and goats lick pellets out of... (Slate)
Olar celebrates town's unique link to Henry Ford with Model T festival Oct 24, 2009
Hundreds of people lined the streets to watch not only Model T s, but Model A s, antique tractors, mounted police and fire trucks ... He was soon selling not only Ford s cars, but his trucks and farm tractors in Barnwell, Bamberg, Colleton, Hampton and Allendale counties. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Gambia: Gambia is Non Self Reliant in Food Production Oct 24, 2009
It is one thing for GRTS to show pictures of tractors doing mechanised farming and soldiers and civil servants taking turn to work on the farms of the President who claims to be poised to harvest 25,000 tonnes of rice this year. The statistics however continues to reveal that the Gambia is a major importer of the food consumed by the people. (allAfrica.com)
Pesticides Don't Raise Farmers' Heart Risks Oct 23, 2009
As part of the Agricultural Health Study, researchers asked more than 54,000 male farmers between 1993 and 1997 what pesticides they used regularly, how much time they spent using tractors and other farm equipment, and whether they raised poultry or other livestock. Five years later, the researchers surveyed roughly 32,000 of these men and discovered 839 non-fatal heart attacks. (Newsmax)
Sri Lanka releases 4,300 detainees Oct 23, 2009
The Tamils released yesterday piled on tractors and into buses to head home. We will take steps to give you all that you lost, other than the lost lives, Basil Rajapaksa, a senior adviser to his brother, President Mahinda Rajapaksa, said at a public meeting in the village of Kathankulam. (Boston Globe)
Hispanic Farmers Blame USDA for Lost Land Oct 23, 2009
Now they ring up purchases in stores, drive tractors - and hold the U.S. Department of Agriculture responsible for denying or delaying the loans that could have saved their farms. "I used to be a farmer - now I'm a farmworker, working on someone else's fields," said Juan Atayde, who lost his 90 acres of strawberries when he couldn't get loans to recover from the one-two punch of lower prices and a flood in the mid-1990s. (CBS News -- US)
Sound off! 10/22/09 Oct 23, 2009
On Friday and Saturday, they have antique engines and tractors on display, they operate the sawmill, thrash peanuts, bale the hay, pull the hayride, the covered wagon and the barnyard train. On Saturday, they have an antique tractor pull ; I would like to commend the Roanoke River Antique Engine and Tractor Club for a job well done and personally thank them for their contribution to Halifax Harvest Days success. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Sierra Leone: Country Ready For 'High Return investment' - President Koroma [document] Oct 23, 2009
In agriculture, we have deployed over three times more tractors, power tillers, and combine harvesters than last year, while the land ploughed for rice cultivation is up by 35% since last year. In recognition of our efforts, we have been made champions of agriculture in Africa by the African Union/NEPAD.. (allAfrica.com)
Cars: Race-O-Rama Review Oct 22, 2009
This actually opens up alternate routes like water (with inflatable tires) and metal tracks (with magnetic tires), barricades (with special bumpers) and, uh, the cow-like tractors (with a new horn). Netting yourself a podium finish will earn up to six stars, which in turn unlocks more races, but for true completionists out there, a postcard can usually be found tucked away somewhere. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
JERRY DUNKELBERGER Oct 22, 2009
He enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, collecting John Deere toy tractors, and watching the Chicago Cubs. Survivors include his wife Sylvia of 43 years; daughter Micky (Jeff) Houseman of Polk City; son Mike (Trisha) of Ames; four grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Ashlee Dunkelberger and Zach and Zoe Houseman; and three step-grandchildren, Samantha, Jordon, and Bailey. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Poll shows Illinoisans want big budget cuts but oppose trimming in many areas Oct 22, 2009
OU812 wrote on Oct 21, 2009 3:25 PM:" Let's see...where to start.#1. Do not raise income taxes. So many of us are unemployed that it's just not funny anymore. Raising Taxes is'nt the way to help this State.#2. Let the voters of Illinois speak and turn Chicago into the 51st State.#3. Stop sending so much money to Chicago. They seem to be getting alot of money that could be used elsewhere. #4. If we must close State Parks, then only close the ones that don't make alot of revenue.#5. Start a... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Get Ready for Harlan HarvestFest Oct 22, 2009
The parade will travel through downtown Harlan and hopefully will feature everything from floats and people in costume to fire departments, antique tractors and machinery and classic cars. The Grinch is this year's parade marshall, as the theme for the 2009 HarvestFest is The Grinch Stole Halloween. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Threshing Bee Oct 22, 2009
Over 200 magnificently restored antique tractors ... See these antiques running: tractors, steam engines, cars, gas engines, saw mill, broom making, veneer mill, duplicators, steam locomotive, steam threshing 10 acres of oats. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
Report questions over $1.4B of Halliburton bills Oct 22, 2009
Whistle-blower testimony and a previously undisclosed Army audit found Halliburton and its subsidiary Kellogg Brown & Root (KBR) inflated cost estimates, billed for unnecessary equipment and personnel, submitted millions of dollars in duplicate charges and was repeatedly given preferential treatment over other contractors ... More than $560,000 for unneeded heavy equipment, including tractors and trailers. (Yahoo News -- Halliburton)
Vermeer Rancher 665 baler Oct 22, 2009
The Rancher 665 baler combines smart design with Vermeer M-Series baler technology and can produce high-density round bales up to 66 inches in diameter, 61 inches wide, using smaller hp tractors. Maximum bale weight is 1,700 pounds/dry. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Delpha Graber Oct 21, 2009
As a loving wife and mother, she was selfless in her efforts to be of help and support for Ellis by driving tractors, milking cows, giving chapel talks and even preaching sermons. She will be remembered for her faith, indomitable spirit and the constant grace with which she lived her life. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Puget Sound Truck Lines acquired by Haney Oct 21, 2009
Puget Sound Truck Lines and Nickel Plate Express operate 165 tractors and 466 trailers with 65 contractors. Haney has 400 tractors, 1,000 trailers and more than 500 employees. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
FFA students become the teachers Oct 21, 2009
At the middle school recently, FFA members joined with community agencies to put on a nine-station, 90-minute workshop that covered safety in areas ranging from tractors to animals to firearms to chemicals. On the flip side were the sixth-grade students who had a chance to talk with high school students. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Port MacKenzie expansion to increase jobs Oct 21, 2009
CH2M Hill in 2005 worked out of Port MacKenzie on land leased from the borough by Alutiiq Manufacturing Contractors, a subsidiary of Kodiak-based Afognak Native Corp. CH2M Hill workers built and shipped small modules to house equipment along the pipeline there ... The flatbeds were then hauled ashore, where the yard goats unhooked from them and normal-sized tractors hooked up to pull them up a hill to NPI's warehouse. (Anchorage Daily News)
Learning, fun at Halifax Harvest Days Oct 20, 2009
And now there are huge tractors that will do the work of 100 men in a day, she said. Overall, she added, she loves history and preserving old things. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
No combines rolling along Minnesota Highway 7 (19) Oct 20, 2009
In one sugarbeet field, two lifters and tractors and two trucks were lined up. It is a sight I have witnessed in the Red River Valley. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Cool temperatures can't slow weekend activities Oct 20, 2009
Children and their families once again enjoyed the corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides, pedal tractors, the trebuchet and other activities. Keyon and Heather Chapman said they had also brought their children, Kylie and Gage, the year before and that Kylie particularly enjoyed the tire swings made to look like ponies. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
