Farm Equipment editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of our great farm machinery industry. Here is our favorite content from the past week from across the web:

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Proven in the most demanding of ag conditions, CLEANFIX reversible fans provide the most efficient diesel engine cooling and radiator cleaning available. The multi-patented reversing fan technology maintains machine cooling as needed and, when required, provides the strongest blowout of dust and debris -- without halting or slowing operations.

Female Leaders at Sukup, Vermeer & Osmundson Share Insights on Family Business

Emily Schmitt, chief administrative officer and general counsel for Sukup Manufacturing, Mindi VandenBosch, vice president of operations for Vermeer Corp., and Heather Bruce, president and CEO of Osmundson Manufacturing, all recently shared some insights with Fearless on the unique challenges and opportunities that come with working in the family business. All three companies were also featured in Farm Equipment’s How We Did It podcast series.

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Heather Bruce is the fifth-generation president and CEO of Osmundson Manufacturing Co. in Perry.

A Mesmerizing Look at Mechanization

Need a little break? Check out this cool video of automation in action in agriculture and food production today.

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Could Current Drought Conditions be Similar to 2012?

In this five-minute episode of Farmdoc Daily, Gary Schnitkey discusses the prevalent dry conditions and drought affecting the Midwest in mid-June 2023. Exploring the recent drought monitor report and analyzing the impact on corn and soybean production, Schnitkey highlights the potential for another drought similar to 2012. However, uncertainties remain, and the possibility of rainfall could alleviate the situation. The video emphasizes the challenges faced by farmers due to drought, including difficulties in decision-making regarding nitrogen applications, rescue sprays, and volatile corn and soybean prices. Schnitkey also highlights the role of crop insurance payments and potential ad hoc disaster assistance programs in mitigating financial risks. Stay updated on the unfolding weather patterns and crop maps for the latest developments in 2023.

A Salute to Wisconsin’s Dairy Farmers

June is National Dairy Month, and in honor of the dairy farmers in Farm Equipment’s home state, we say thank you! The "I’m a Wisconsin Dairy Farmer" documentary series profiles the diverse, dimensional and witty Wisconsinites who relish in early morning milking and working shoulder to shoulder with family while taking the time to pursue passions in tech, photography, running and even flying!

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Moving Iron Podcast: Boots on the Ground in South Georgia - Traditional Isn't So Traditional Anymore

Adam Verner from Elite Ag talks with Casey Seymour on the Moving Iron Podcast about what’s happening in South Georgia. Adam and talk about everything from cotton to peanuts to forage equipment. Adam brought up a good point about the traditional horsepower requirements and how they are starting to change, allowing different farming practices to take hold. Along with changing farming practices comes a change in what "traditional equipment" looks like.

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