The video documents a day on a farm in Kansas, focusing on harvesting soybeans, planting wheat, and managing tasks like fertilizing and feeding cattle. Despite some challenges, such as a plugged row on the drill, the team efficiently progresses through their duties, and the video concludes with a call to viewers to subscribe and engage with the channel.
A Day in the Life of Harvest Season: Insights from the Farm
Morning Routine: Driving to the Farm
It’s a busy start to the day as Kobe drives me to work. We always emphasize the importance of keeping eyes on the road—safety first! This morning, Kobe decided the passenger seat wasn’t quite his style. What a character!
Beginning the Harvest Day
As we kick off another day of harvesting, we’ve been juggling multiple tasks—cutting soybeans and planting wheat. It’s a hectic time of year, with double duties keeping us on our toes. Over the past few days, we haven’t filmed much, but we’re now more than halfway through our soybean harvest and approaching the final stretch. Soon, we’ll transition to milo harvesting, and today marks our last day of wheat drilling, provided everything goes smoothly.
Preparing for the Day’s Tasks
Upon arriving at the farm, Nathan and Dad are busy prepping the combines. Meanwhile, I’m tasked with picking up more fertilizer. Kendall is tending to the cattle, ensuring they’re fed and well-cared for. Everyone has their job lined up for the morning, aiming for a productive day.
Loading Fertilizer and Seed Wheat
With a full load of fertilizer back at the farm, it’s time to add more seed wheat to the drill. The fertilizer tank is full, but we need additional seed in the front tank. In Central Kansas, it’s not uncommon to spot some “well-loved” seed wheat trailers. Our Super Sweet Feeds trailer and a dump trailer are ready for action. We’re about to fire up the M7 tractor to load some wheat.
Fieldwork and Challenges
Kobe seems to think he needs to tag along, but I’ve assured him I’m not going anywhere. We’re backing the trailer up to the auger—always a tricky maneuver with limited visibility through the window.
Once everything’s set, we head out to a large pivot field, one of our biggest at over 200 acres. Including the wheat already planted nearby, it totals around 300 acres. It feels never-ending!
Dealing with Equipment Issues
After completing 50 acres, we hit a snag—a row on the drill is plugged. Thankfully, our Great Plains drill has blockage monitors to alert us of such issues. The blockage is in row 53, likely caused by a large piece of fertilizer obstructing an air hose. After some troubleshooting, the problem is resolved.
Switching Tasks and Locations
I’m transitioning from drilling to harvesting, swapping roles with Kendall so he can tend to the cattle. The field we’re harvesting is conveniently closer to my house. Our current field is new to us, marking our first year of farming it.
Lunchtime and Field Observations
Kalyn brought food for everyone, though I’ve already eaten. The irrigated beans look promising, standing tall with a healthy appearance. While on the field, if you happen to be traveling on I-135, give us a wave as we’re right off K4.
Wrapping Up the Day
As the day winds down, the moon provides a scenic backdrop with clouds drifting across its surface. The phantom lights flicker, adding an eerie charm to the evening. The day’s work is captured through drone footage, though the fall sunset quickly turns into night. It’s surprising how fast darkness falls this time of year.
Conclusion: Until Next Time
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