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Reduce labor needs with a permanent grain handling systemReduce labor needs with a permanent grain handling system
With higher yields and labor constraints, farmers may want to consider a permanent grain handling system to help get the work done.
February 1, 2025
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Submitted by AGI
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With higher yields and labor constraints, farmers may want to consider automation to help get the work done.
Since the 1960s, the US has roughly the same amount of farmland but approximately half the farmers to work the land, all while nearing four times the bushels per acre in yield. A permanent grain handling system may help address this labor challenge.
Choosing the right grain handling equipment for your farm is crucial. It must fit into the farm’s grain management strategy. Farmers looking for a solution to transfer grain with speed and efficiency while being gentle, protecting quality and reducing labor requirements, may want to consider a permanent grain handling system.
Not every farm operation needs a permanent handling solution, but most could benefit from a partial or fully automatic system to receive, transfer and ship their grain safely all at the push of a button. For the right farm, a permanent grain handling system pairs cost-effective grain handling power and efficiency with hands-free versatility to deliver the farm’s high-capacity, seasonal harvest needs.
Benefits of a permanent grain handling system
Save time and labor: Permanent grain handling equipment is time efficient and requires only one person to operate it. With today’s shrinking pool of reliable farm labor, the system reduces labor requirements significantly.
Right fit: A permanent handling system is made for farms of all sizes, including small to medium grain operations.
Ease of operation: Permanent grain handling offers fully automated, push-button grain transfer, eliminating the need to move augers.
Gain real estate: Moving augers around the yard requires space. A permanent handling system takes up less real estate on your yard.
Reduces costs: Because it runs on electricity, no additional fuel or farm equipment is required to move grain.
Minimum maintenance: The system requires minimal maintenance adding to a farm’s efficiency.
Gentle handling: If the focus is on gentle grain handling or protecting quality for seed stock, a permanent conveyor may be the right fit.
Safe: Since the system is fully automated and hands-free, it is safe to operate.
Plan for growth
As yields continue to increase, farmers should consider both current and future capacity needs. If you plan properly the permanent grain handling system can be expanded as you grow your operation.
Also keep in mind that many existing grain bins are not designed for the extra weight of conveyors as they can’t handle the extra peak loads. With the extra weight and snow load a roof may collapse in winter. Ask a qualified dealer to inspect your bins ahead of time.
Tips for guiding a decision
Farmers should always consider their options to determine what is right for their farming operation.
Define what you want to accomplish.
Consider the volume of crops you will be handling, now and over the next five years.
Review the equipment you already have in place and determine what adds the most value to your farm’s current setup.
Ask for help. It’s all about finding the right fit.
Talk to your local AGI dealer to determine the best solution for your farm. Find a dealer here: https://www.aggrowth.com/en-us/dealer-locator
Learn more about AGI permanent handling equipment:
https://www.aggrowth.com/en-us/farm-brands-overview/agi-farm/Permanent-Handling-Equipment
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