The Final Push of Soybean Harvest (Ep. 45)

IT'S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN! Well, at least for soybean harvest. The crew is dialed in on the last few acres of soybeans as they push further into #harvest season. With the throttle at full-speed, they are trying to reach the finish line without any major mishaps or failures. Andy talks a little about weed control and soybean genetics in a few fields, and they race a few rains towards the end. Luck may be on their side with the events that unfolded from the start. With all of the cards on the table, will the weather hold up long enough for them complete soybean harvest? Time will tell! Thanks for watching!
Andy is a 6th generation farmer from Central Illinois. On this farm, Andy works alongside his father, Marty, his uncles, Chris and Jeff, and his sister, Katie, to grow corn and soybeans on some of the finest dirt in the world. Andy and his family are deeply rooted in the area, operating a large farm that traces it origins back into the 1800s. Although some tracts did not stand the test of time, Andy and his family still grow corn and soybeans on fields that have been in the family for longer than even the oldest members of the farm have been alive. We do, we have, and we always will take tremendous pride in calling this piece of paradise our home. Andy was a Bronze Tablet graduate of the University of Illinois in the field of Crop Sciences, following the same path as his father and late grandfather.
It would be misleading for Andy to claim that this life is one that came by chance; rather, as a member of two multi-generational farm families, it was simply in his blood. His passion for agriculture traces back to his early youth--some of his fondest, earliest memories being of days spent riding in the combine with his father and grandfather. Although his understanding of the lifestyle was much less complex in the beginning, the love he has for farming, and its industry has only appreciated through time. As this dream blossomed into adulthood, Andy now works relentlessly, and tirelessly, to chase his own dreams and to build a farming operation of his own alongside his family.
We, as a whole operation, are handymen, electricians, mechanics, landscapers, accountants, economists, caretakers, stewards, and, most importantly, farmers, and we take an incredible amount of pride in our work. There is no challenge too overwhelming, no situation too stressful, and no problem too difficult for us to take on, and we want to take you along with us. Welcome to our farm and welcome to our lives. You have the best seat in the house to watch the everyday chaos of farming unfold--we usually only get concerned when things aren't going wrong!
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[@trystanschroeder8778]

The way he says peace at the end makes laugh everytime🤣🤣 anyways great video as always👍

[@aTrippyFarmer]

It isn’t something that I’d normally say, but I do for your entertainment!

[@trystanschroeder8778]

@@aTrippyFarmer thanks for doing it, it is so funny!

[@skidoomanxp]

Awesome, Enthusiastic, I'm very interesting, maybe your best video yet in my opinion !! We are just ready to start our soybeans this weekend In central Wisconsin, Can't wait .best wishes be safe

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That’s awesome. Good luck with harvest! This is actually one of my older videos from a few harvests ago. Thanks for watching!

[@jeffpaggett7274]

Loved the tarp dance.

[@brandonhickman6658]

I've been watching farm channels on KZbin for a long time and you definitely have the best personality, humor and style! Keep it up my friend.👊

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I appreciate that. I’ll keep them coming just for you!

[@sonofabutcher8411]

I bought myself some thorogood work boots and they changed my life. Been wearing these for about a year now and still feel great!!! I know they are pricey but they are worth it

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I will have to look into them. Once I get some free time, these boots are being replaced. Thanks for the tip!

[@skidoomanxp]

Loved the peace at the end so cool

[@aTrippyFarmer]

😎😎😎

[@willr69420]

Saturday October10. I just found your channel, and immediately subbed and clicked the bell! (Followed on Twitter Facebook and IG as well) I'm loving your content and look forward to your future uploads!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Wow-I like the way you think! Thanks for watching and following on all the channels.

[@nenadpopovic8034]

Heloo from Serbija!!!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Nice to have you here!

[@Marshall_Weber]

Awesome Video!!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@bobbyflowers4859]

The last 10 acres are always the slowest acres when finishing out the season. 🤪

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That’s no joke. Usually the weather isn’t as supportive as it has been for harvesting this season. Those replant soybeans have sat out until December before due to bad weather. Thanks for watching!

[@thecheeseking1885]

To me the worst part of farming is driving down the road, I just hate it

[@aTrippyFarmer]

It is fun when you are young and excited about the equipment. As you get older, you see that many costly mistakes happen on roads. You can relax a little bit more in the field!

[@jeffpaggett7274]

He is never allowed coffee. Ever.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

What is this “coffee” you speak of...???

[@terrylingle631]

Hey I just found this channel about a week ago. I have enjoyed watching your videos, especially since you're about the closet in location to me than any of the others I have watched. I've gotta say one thing though. To the comments on the rainbow at about 12:14...God's country is to the South my friend, said by a guy that lives about 2 hours South in the hills of Southern Illinois. LOL. Look forward to watching more when you get going on Corn.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That’s the funny thing about God’s Country... it seems to move based on who you talk to! Thanks for watching, and I’m glad that I can showcase our home turf to the world!

[@tomharrington1393]

👍👍

[@wilsonandrade6246]

👍👍👍

[@redclover51]

How do you guage the distance between the gain cart and combine when loading on the move.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

The easiest way is to have the combine auger out on approach, so you can see where you need to be. Once you are a little more familiar, you can just eyeball it. I have spend thousands of hours inside of a tractor, which makes it almost second nature to me. Thanks for the question.

[@hubertbruun6339]

Buy a lottery ticket

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I found a 5-leaf clover two years ago, so I bought a lottery ticket. I didn’t win anything... haha.

[@coltmiller6706]

what town do you guys live in my great uncle live in illinois too

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I’m in Mattoon, IL. It’s just south of Champaign 45 miles.

[@bryanwaller8681]

How American are bald eagles yep

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Their size alone makes them very neat to see. They are huge birds!

[@franksimpkins4724]

I was working for a road pro and I did the same thing smash my finger no the boss told me man up

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Due to the physical pain and mental anguish, I actually had to take the entire week off. I really appreciate your concern!