Michigan Farm News 4' September 15, 1992 - Vol. 69, No. 15 What are the Odds of an Early September Frost in 1992? People who live in the northern interior of compared to the five-year average of 90 Michigan have better than a 75 percent percent. chance of a killing frost - temperatures of • 32 degrees F or colder - occurring earlier than normal this year, according to Jeff Dry.beans continue to lag seriously as well with only 60 percent of the crop reported as setting pods compared to the five-year av- Andresen, MSU Extension agricultural meteorologist. erage of 90 percent. Soybeans are also re- ported as 60 percent setting pods compared If the jet stream returns to the pattern that to the five year average of 90 percent caused Michigan's record cool, wet sum- mer, there's a 60 percent of frost on or "As we continue to experience these below before mid September at Chatham, and a normal temperatures, we're just losing 75 percent chance of frost at Pellston. In time," Andresen says. "By the time we get central Michigan, Andresen predicts the to late September, we can count on only odds of a mid-September frost are between about 10 GOD per day of heat accumula- 5 and 10 percent. tion, and in October, if the growing season is still going, maybe on the order of 5 to 10 Statistics show that during a normal year, units per day." .. there's a 50 percent chance of a frost occur- ring in Ann Arbor on Oct. 6, in the Lansing area on Sept. 30, and in Bad Axe and Tra- verse City on Sept. 22. Still, this has been a growing season of records - Michigan has experienced the coldest summer since 1985 - and the latest recorded frost Andresen knows of in Mich- "Unfortunately, there is no accurate way to igan occurred during early November. predict when the first killing frost will Could frost hold off until then? "There's an occur very far in advance," explained An- extreme outside chance," Andresen says, Corn silage could be in ample supply this fall, with an early frost. If corn is frozen in the milk dresen. "Based upon the current growing "but don't cQunt,on it." , • 1 I • stage, it should be allowed to dry down in the field down to 70 or 75 percent before chopping. degree day (GOD) accumulations, it's be- coming increasingly apparent that the com crop will not mature in many sections of the state, especially northern Michigan even MDA Rhizomania Quarantine May be Expanded with a normal frost date.". The identification of a root disease known the proliferation of fine fibrous roots pre- taminated. The most likely means of infes- as Rhizomania, in portions of Idaho and venting the development of a tap root. tation comes from soils on used farm equip- Standard agronomic tables show that corn Nebraska, prompted Michigan Department ment coming from an infected area, or pos- at the blister stage requires 40 to 45 calen- of Agriculture officials to call a task force "The expansion of the quarantine would sibly on seed contaminated with soil • dar days or 875-975 GODs to mature. Com in the late milk-dough stage requires 30 to 35 calendar days or 650-750 GODs for meeting Aug. 26 to consider the expansion of an April 30 quarantine to protect the prohibit the movement of equipment and soils from infected areas and possibly re- particles. Michigan sugar beet industry. strict movement of potatoes and potato Under the previous MDA quarantine, equip- maturity. As of late August, GOD accumu- seed, as well as dry bean seed," explained ment which has been used in an infected area lations across the state were 400 to 500 According to MFB commodity specialist Boehm. "A group of industry representa- will not be allowed entry into Michigan until units behind normal. Bob Boehm, Rhizomania has been identi- tives will be visiting the infected areas in it has been steam cleaned and treated with a fied in isolated areas of Idaho and Nebraska. early September, with another task force disinfectant and prior written approval is A severe frost will reduce yields 51 to 58 Surveys are currently being conducted in meeting scheduled on Sept. 21 to discuss received from MDA. percent on corn that reached the soft-dough those states to determine the extent of the further quarantine expansion." stage, by approximately 40 percent in fully infestation. Rhizomania, which literally A copy of the Rhizomania quarantine is dented corn, and about 10 percent on late translates to "root madness" and is also According to an MDA report, once the available from the Michigan Department dented corn. known as Beet Necrotic Yellow Vein Virus, virus is introduced into the soil of a sugar of Agriculture, Pesticide and Plant Pest attacks the roots of sugar beet plants causing beet field, it can have a devastating effect, Management Division, P.O. Box 30017, According to the most recent Michigan and cannot be freed of the virus once con- Lansing MI 48909. Agricultural Statistics Crop - Weather re- • port, Michigan's corn crop was reported as 2 percent in dent compared to the five year average of 30 percent. Corn reported in the Michigan Farm Bureau Tiger Day a Hit - Literally! milk stage was estimated at 70 percent It was a sunny Saturday afternoon at the corner of Michigan and Trumbull for the 1,000 Farm Bureau mem- bers at Farm Bureau Day at Tiger Stadium Aug. 29. In pre-game ceremonies, MFB Promotion & Education Committee Chairperson Leona Daniels told the 41,000 fans at the park that "Michigan's farmers are proud of their role in helping to produce the safest, most abundant and nutritious food supply in the world." AFBF Field Representative Rudy Denes also presented President Jack Laurie with his 1992 Quota Jacket in recognition of Michigan's achievement of membership goal. • The pre-game festivities concluded with an excellent rendition of the National Anthem, sung by Debbie Hickmott. Debbie and her husband Mark are in partner- ship in a family dairy farm near Oxford and are members of the Oakland County Farm Bureau. Of course, the day would not have been complete with- out a Tiger victory. And win they did, 12 to 1 over the Kansas City Royals on the strength of four home runs, including a grand slam by Lou Whitaker. Pictured are (I - r) Rudy Denes, Leona Daniels, Debbie Hickmott and MFB President Jack Laurie. In This Issue: Fall Harvest Tips From MSU - See Pages 10, 12, and 13 Michigan Farm News Classified Ad Section - See Coupon Page 15 -. Michigan Farm News .. September 15,1992 In Brief ... NAFTA Meeting Scheduled for Sugar Beet Growers Talks of EEP Expansion Buoys Markets Michigan sugar beet growers will want to clear their calendars for Sept. 21 to attend a North President George Bush has announced a major expansion of he Export Enhancement American Free Trade Agreement (NAFT A) informational meeting in Frankenmuth at Program (EEP), targeting 28 nations for around 30 million tons of U.S. wheat. The export Zehnders Restaurant, with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m., and the program commenc- initiative could be a temporary measure until international trade rules can be reyitalized ing at 9 a.m. under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, officials said. According to MFB President Jack Laurie, the meeting comes at the request of the MFB USDA officials are predicting that the trade-off on the budget impact of increased export Dry Bean, Soybean and Sugar Beet Advisory Committee, to inform growers of the most subsidies will be higher farm prices, which could cut government crop support payments. recent information available on NAFT A, including a technical and economic analysis. Sparks Commodities reports the new trade initiative will involve countries not previously covered by EEP sales, which could include Mexico, India, South Africa, Indonesia and American Farm Bureau Assistant Director of National Affairs Paul Drazek and Don perhaps Brazil and Poland. Parrish, director of the AFBF's Cotton, Rice and Sugar Department will be on hand for presentations and questions and answers. For more program information, contact American Farm Bureau estimates the new export package is worth over $3 billion and will MFB's Commodity Activities and Research Division at (517) 323-7000, ext. 2023. support nearly 100,000 additional U.S. jobs, most of them off the fann, and generate a total of $10.5 billion in business activity for the U.S. economy. The package replaces all USDA Sees Preliminary Florida Hurricane previously announced wheat EEP initiatives and will remain in effect throughout the 1992/93 international marketing year for wheat, which ends June 30, 1993. Farm Damage at $1 Billion USDA Raises 1992 Farm Export Forecast Agriculture losses related to Hurricane Andrew could reach more than $1 billion in Florida, according to preliminary figures compiled by USDA, reports Knight Ridder Financial Higher than expected sales of coarse grains and livestock products have prompted USDA '. News. USDA spokesman Roger Runnigen said that $1 billion figure includes crop losses to raise its fiscal 1992 agricultural export forecast to $41.5 billion, $500 million above a and damage to physical structures. He added that the figures, compiled by several USDA May forecast, according to Knight Ridder News. agencies, are "very, very preliminary" and subject to change. USDA Secretary Edward Madigan said if the estimate is correct, 1992 agricultural exports Crop losses alone could reach $200 million of the total $1 billion, Runnigen said, with would be $4 billion higher than last year and nearly as high as a record $43.8 billion in damage to more than 50,000 acres of farm land. Included in the losses are 10,000 acres of 1981. As a result, the U.S. agricultural trade surplus would rise to $18 billion, $3.1 billion tropical fruit, 20,000 acres of lime trees and 6,000 acres of avocado trees, Runnigen said. above last year. "This would be the largest (agricultural) trade surplus since 1989," Madigan He said he had no further detail on the tropical fruit affected. said. In Louisiana, Runnigen said crop losses could total $150 million. Of that, he said sugar USDA attributed the higher export forecast to improved coarse grain and livestock products cane crops may have suffered $80-$90 million in losses; cotton, $25 million; com, $10 since May. The U.S. has been shipping more com to drought-stricken sub-Saharan African million; soybeans, $9 million; rice, $7 million; sorghum, $1 million; and commercial countries, more sorghum and live cattle to Mexico, and more finished beef to Mexico, Japan vegetables, $1.4 million. and Korea, USDA said. An official of the American Sugar Cane League in Thibodeaux, La., told Knight Ridder The U.S. also is exporting more bulk and high-value fann products, including wheat, Financial News that the hurricane will result in a 25 percent drop in Louisiana sugar output oilseed, horticultural and livestock products. USDA also predicted that fiscal 1992 U.S. the next fiscal year (Oct.-Sept.). Fanners in Louisiana had expected to process about I fann imports will hit $23.5 billion, up $500 million from previous estimates, due to million short tons of cane sugar in fiscal 1993. increased purchases of wines, malt beverage and grain products. USDA Boosts Emergency Food Aid Fewer Day~i~ht HO,urs M~a,:, Equipment Lighting ... ~ ....... '" ..... Agriculture Secretary Edward Madigan has authorized the USDA to spend an additional Late summer means more fann equipment on roadways as farmers pursue their harvest $5 million for emergency food aid for victims of Hurricane Andrew in Florida and activities. Motorists are more likely to encounter this equipment being moved after dark Louisiana. The additional commodities will be provided to army field kitchens, American because the hours of daylight are shrinking rapidly with, the approach of autumn. Red Cross feeding operations and shelters and distributed directly to individuals at several locations in the disaster area. State law requires that lights on farm equipment must be used from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, or when visibility is reduced to less than.500 feet; according Commodities purchased with the additional funds will include canned meats, peanut butter, to Ron Nelson, legislative counsel for Michigan Farm Bureau. canned fruits'and vegetables, infant formula and cereals, cheese, non-fat dry milk, juices, applesauce and other items. "At a minimum, farm equipment must have at least one white light visible for a distance of 500 feet in front and at least one red light visibl~ for a distance of 300 feet to the rear," In addition, the USDA has worked out an agreement with Florida and Louisiana officials he said. "With some equipment, it's very difficult or impossible to maintain a red light to on an emergency food stamp program to provide resources to victims so they can begin the rear. Following that implement of husbandry with a car or pickup at a distance of not purchasing their own food. Persons demonstrating need will receive benefits based on more than 50 feet also meets the requirements of the law." family size. Nelson noted that these are only minimum requirements. He suggested that farmers think Farm Bureau AgriPac Endorses Bush For President about what a motorist sees, or doesn't see, when approaching fann equipment traveling on roads, and use sufficient lighting. The Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac has endorsed President George Bush for re-election as President. The committee of nine farmers based their decision on the President's track record of support on issues affecting rural people, according to Al Almy, director of public Washington Apple Growers Need Backing affairs for Michigan Fann Bureau and secretary for AgriPac. Washington apple growers, suing CBS over the 60 Minutes broadcast in 1989 that triggered "The agricultural economy as a whole has gained during the Bush years," said Almy. the Alar scare and put some growers out of business, haven't given up on raising funds for their expensive fight against the broadcast giant. "Inflation and interest rates are down. Exports of fann products have increased 14 percent since fiscal year 1988 and are forecast this year to reach the highest level in a decade. Net 't ' The Washington Apple Committee decided not to help fund the lawsuit, but Bob Brody, a fann income increases from 1989-91 were the highest for any three year period in history," member of the class-action lawsuit committee, said "The fat lady ain't sung yet." Brody he said. said the committee still has several options, including a couple of unnamed "large companies" and a third chance is that the American Farm Bureau Federation which has Almy said AgriPac felt that President Bush represents the best hope for agricultural already given some support, may help raise more money. ' prosperity in the future. "On issue after issue -- from opposing agricultural embargoes, to ~upporting ethanol and livestock agriculture, to fighting to protect private property rights The growers say they have already raised around $400,000 and need about that much more -- President Bush has demonstrated support for a sound, market based fann economy," to continue the suit. It is a national issue of product disparagement, says AFBF Secretary according to Almy. Dave Mayfield. "It happens to be apples in this case, but it could be any product or commodity," Mayfield added. AgriPac also noted the efforts of President Bush to provide full deductibility of the health insurance premituns of the self-employed, support for expansion of farm exports, devel- opment of industrial markets for agricultural commodities and support for the Conservation Reserve, said Almy. The MICHIGAN FARM NEWS (ISSN ---------) is published semi-monthly except in the months of November, U.S. Vote: Midwest Farmers Strongly Support Bush December, June, and July when only one issue is printed, as a service to regular members, by Michigan Farm Bureau, 7373 West Saginaw Highway, lansing, M148917. Member subscription price of $1.50 included in annual A poll of Midwest farmers conducted by the Stewart-Peterson Advisory Group of Milwau- dues of Michigan Farm Bureau r~gular mem~ers. Additional subscription fees required for mailing Michigan Farm kee, Wis., shows heavy support for President George Bush. News to non-members and outSide the continental U.S.A. Application to mail at Second-Class Postage rates is pending at Lansing, MI and additional mailing offices. Letters to the editor and statewide news articles should be sent to: Editor, Michigan Farm News, P.O. Box 30960, Lansing, MI48909-8460. POSTMASTER: Send address The firm surveyed a statistical sampling of its newsletter client base and found about 72 changes to: Michigan Farm News, P.O. Box 30960, Lansing, MI48909-8460. percent of farmers would vote for Bush "if the presidential election were held today," spokesman Scott Stewart said. E~itorial: Dennis .R~dat, Editor and Business Manager. Staff Contributors: Mike Rogers; Connie Turbin; Donna Wilber; Henry HUlsjen. About 14 percent expressed support for Democratic contender Bill Clinton, with II percent Officers: President. Jack Laurie, Cass City; Vice President, Wayne Wood, Marlette; Administrative Director, Chuck undecided and 3 percent citing no choice, Stewart said. In an earlier poll by the firm, farmers Burkett; Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, Tom Parker; Secretary, William S. Wilkinson. Directors: District 1, Jim M,iIIer, Colom~; ~istrict 2, Blaine VanSickle, Marshall; District 3, Diane Homing, Manchester; District 4, Tom showed strong support for independent candidate Ross Perot, who has since withdrawn from G,uth,ne, De~ton; Dlstnct 5, Mar,' less than five percent of the fish and seafood consumed in the states of the north central region are produced there. In Michigan today, this non-traditional ag- riculture industry represents approximately $4.5 million in annual sales from over 100 commercial aquaculture producers. It's an- ticipated that if the public and private sec- tors could organize a more coheSIve and For over forty years, Farm Bureau and Blue Cross Blue Shield supportive system for aquaculture produc- have teamed up to provide quality health care at competitive group rates tion and marketing, Michigan could make a significant contribution to both regional and with the personalized service you would expect from a Farm Bureau family membership. national aquacultural needs. A major challenge to this young industry, as No matter what your needs ... opposed to more traditional agricultural small business, sole proprietor, or individual coverage for you or your family - commodities, is the necessity to coordinate we have the right plan at the right price. their efforts with two primary state agen- cies. The Michigan Department of Agricul- ture (MDA) has responsibility for food pro- Blue Cross Blue Shield quality and Farm Bureau's personalized service ?uction and food safety, whereas the Mich- provide an unbeatable combination that you can't afford to be without when protecting Igan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is charged with protection of the the "small" things in life that are of big importance to you. state's natural resources. There appears to be a general consensus For information, call 1-800-292-2680 or contact your local Farm Bureau agent. among industry leaders that Michigan could IT" _ ... ,C",GAN FAR. BUREAU See "Position Statement continued next page ll I Michigan Farm News •• September 15, 1992 Preventing Theft On The Farm Rural theft is like a three-legged stool. One Park it where a neighbor can keep an eye From Farm Bureau Insurance leg is the victim, one leg is the criminal, and on it. If you must leave heavy equipment in one leg is opportunity. If you do your part the field, be sure to park it where it is to remove the opportunity, the stool can't readily visible from a neighbor's house. Or Consider installing a master switch for your stand--and you can keep from being a vic- work out an arrangement whereby you can fuel pump inside your house. tim. park tractors, combines, and other valuable equipment in each other's yards. Fence it. Keep fencing and gates in good What can you do to stop thieves? You can repair and locked. concentrate on three areas: visibility, acces- Accessibility - A Thief Who Really sibility, and identification. Wanted to Work Would Get a Job. Identification. Identifiable Belong- Enclose it. Use a small outbuilding or cor- ings Make Less Desirable Targets. Visibility - Highly Visible Belongings ner of the barn for storing maintenance Use Operation Identification. On your more Make For Highly Visible Crimes. equipment, tools, and other easily move- valuable belongings, engrave, stamp, or Light it. Most of your valuable equipment able belongings. The door should be visible weld your driver's license number and the "Position Statement" continued ... and possessions are accessible from your from your house; it should be of solid core abbreviation of your state. Advertise with yard. With new, high-efficiency lighting construction with a deadbolt lock or har- Operation ID stickers. benefit from a more uniform set of guide- systems, you can make your yard a place dened steel alloy hasps and padlock; and it lines governing the aquaculture industry. where no burglar would want to spend much should open inward so the hinges are not Mark it. Paint or stencil your name and For the industry to grow, there must be co- time. exposed. home town on all your equipment and tools operation between educational institutions, as well as on your expensive chemical con- state government and private industry repre- Keep an eye on it. Try to make sure that all Secure it. Drawn implements, irrigation tainers and fertilizer bags. The markings sentatives. We believe the public and private your equipment, valuable supplies, small pumps, and other equipmentleft outside will make the items less attractive to sectors can work together to address the animals, or doors that lead to them are should be chained and locked securely. thieves--and increase the likelihood of re- regulatory needs of the state while at the readily visible from your house. Make sure Keep the batteries of power equipment se- covery if they are stolen. same time facilitating the continued growth your fuel supply is well-lighted and visible curely enclosed and tightly bolted. of the industry. from your house. Remember: What a bur- Brand it. Branding is a good deterrent to glar fears most is being caught in the act. Disable it. Power-driven implements livestock rustling--and so is tattooing inside The Michigan Aquaculture Advisory Com- should have hidden ignition kill switches. the animal's lip. mtttee, led by the Michigan Fish Growers Association (MFGA), has been meeting- monthly since June 1991. As an industry-led committee, it seeks input from the private sector as well as other state agencies and organizations to assist MDA and MDNR in establishing guidelines for developing aqua- culture in Michigan. An important function of this committee is to provide a forum •• where both private and public agencies, in- stitutions, and organizations can discuss problems, opportunities, needs, regulatory issues and other information pertinent to the continuance and growth of aquaculture in Michigan. 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Michigan Farm News •• September 15, 1992 Tips for Drying Soybeans and Navy Beans if Needed Soybeans heat will cause skin cracking. Remember Research has shown that navy beans harvested at 22 - 24 percent moisture can Most of the research regarding drying soy- also that a drying bin should have a full false be dried using current corn drying technology as can soybeans harvested at 18 - beans has focused on soybeans harvested at floor for uniform air distribution. 20 percent moisture, if relative humidity and temperature can be controlled. 18 to 20 percent moisture. The main item to watch is the humidity of the drying air. In a pinch situation, you might consider putting four feet of dried grain over the ducts Research shows that relative humidity of in the bin to get more uniform air distribu- drying air should be greater than 40 percent tion. These bins, however, typically have to help prevent skin cracks. To keep the air fans designed for 1110 to 1/5 CFM per above 40 percent relative humidity, the tem- bushel, which is 20 percent of what is ideal perature of the drying air should not be for soybean drying. boosted more than 20 degrees. Navy Beans Many older dryers cannot maintain temper- Research focusing on navy beans harvested atures below 120 or 140 degrees F, how- at 22 to 24 percent moisture has shown that ever. A relatively simple shield can be used current corn drying technology can be suc- to direct some of the moist drying air back cessful, as well. There is very definite con- to the intake of the fan to increase the hu- cern, however, about seed coat cracks. midity of the drying air. Drying can then likely proceed with a higher temperature. Canadian research suggests that the drying air relative humidity should be greater than Bin drying of soybeans can often overcome 30 percent. To keep air above 30 percent high moisture levels also. Kansas informa- relative humidity, drying temperatures tion shows that air at 60 degrees F and 40 shouldn't exceed 20 degrees F. percent relative humidity will take five to six days to dry from 16 to 13 percent mois- Check the combine manufacturer's recom- ture. Again, adding more than 20 degrees of mendations for setting cylinder speed and clearances. Minimum cylinder speed for ef- fective threshing is determined by the mois- ture content of the pod. Set cylinder speed APPLY NOW just fast enough for effective threshing and minimize mechanical damage. for a Farm Bureau MemberUne- VISA or Gold MasterCard All of the previous discussion on drying FARII BUREAU IIEIIBERUNE- APPUCAnoN soybeans applies here as well. Recommen- r.tQte IntiaI Last Name Social SeaIiIy rbnber dations for heated air bin drying are to use a grain depth of no more than two feet and air Mos. temperatures of 60 to 70 degrees F. Home Telephane ~ (1ncUIe Area Code) ) The biggest problem with drying navies is LL. 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REGISTERED HOLSTEIN 1985 S-10 PICKUP with Rex forage box, grain drills, BULL for sale, sire Gambler, topper. 95,000 miles, excel- cultipackers, vibra shanks, or use the coupon below and mail your classified ad to lent condition, $2600. Call brush hogs. Call after 1pm out of a 22,000 Ib 869F Dam. R. Hyde 616-856-4481. 616-826-3662. 517-n3-5374. Dan Reid. Michigan Farm News Classified Advertising DMI Adds New Features to Ecolo- Til P. O. Box 340, 109 N. Lafayette Mounted Conservation Yield-Till Tools Greenville, MI48838 Classified Ad Codes 1. Farm Machinery 2. Livestock Equipment 3. Farm Commodities 4. Livestock 5. Help/Position Wanted 6. Agricultural Services 7. Auctions 8. Building Materials 9. Real Estate 10. Seeds 11. Wanted to Buy 12. General Name Phone ( Address City State Zip Classified Ad Code Requested Number of Issues Desired Insertion Date(s): Method of Payment DMI, Inc., Goodfield, ll.., recently added Optional, individually mounted, spring- Check $ (payable to Michigan Farm News Classified) new features to their line of Ecolo- Til loaded, 20-inch colters with manual depth mounted, straight-bar design Yield-Till adjustments are available to slice through Visa Card Number Exp. Date tools, a part of the DMI Yield-Till System residue and pre-fracture surface soil ahead of shanks. According to OMI, this results in Master Card Number Exp. Date of Conservation Tillage Tools. These new Residue Management that cuts residue in improvements include: new optional shear-bolt shank mounting for non-rocky short pieces to combine with the coarse sur- Classified Rates face soil to minimize erosion and subsequent areas; new optional MRD shanks with shin wedges that relocate compacted layers loss of topsoil and fertilizer. $8 for up to 24 words with Minimum Residue Disturbance for inter-row ripping in No-Till and Ridge- Larry VanEtten, DMI product manager, 30 cents each additional word Till; and a new optional 6" covering attach- states: "These new features are designed to Write your ad here, including phone number and area code ment for additional residue coverage when assist OMI Ecolo- Tils in eliminating soil using parabolic shanks. compaction ...the number-one yield robber! 2 3 4 This is accomplished, in addition to residue The Ecolo-til also features special DM! management, through air and water manage- 5 6 7 8 1-1/4" x 3" edge-bent parabolic shanks menL" with three point options (a 7" QjP Tiger- 9 10 11 12 Point, 5" Tiger-Point, and 2" straight The DMI Ecolo- Tils are available in three point). According to OMI, these shanks model sizes: a 3-shank base model that con- 14 15 16 verts to a 5-shank with optional wings; and 13 will till over 16 inches deep to reach down and relocate compacted areas without slot- a 5-shank base model that converts to the 7-shank model with optional wings. All 17 18 19 20 ting. Four-inch covering attachments (in addition to the new 6" units) are available units can be equipped with optional 8" shank extensions for staggering shanks to provide 21 22 23 24 for additional residue coverage. Shanks can be equipped with DMI Quad-Spring additional residue flow through, or create a reset mountings to maintain tillage depth, V-formation on the 3-shank model. For fur- 25 26 27 28 plus provide nine inches of vertical trip ther information, contact: DMI, Inc., P.O. clearance. 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