Baling the Massive Crop of Straw

Dad and I bale the straw field.

[@billmcmillen2307]

Hang in there. I know it's frustrating for you to take time to record and edit videos, not to mention all the hard work you do. I appreciate and respect your effort. I have viewed you for several years and I must say you do quality work that not just anyone can do. Once again, thank you.

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks Bill

[@tonygough8713]

Beautiful straw Dennis and plenty of it. Good job. Thanks for all your good videos.

[@flk3rd]

Thank you! great job! I appreciate the time you do to make these videos!

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks!

[@canvids1]

Dennis, sure cuts down on the manual labour and that is a great thing. I can remember it back in the 1950's when I was a young lad. Great video and thanks for taking the time to show us. best wishes for the rest of your crops.

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks so much!

[@jrbpa5775]

Looks like a big dairy down in the bottom. Miss those days, lot of work. Glad the straw is turning out great for you. Thx for the video !!

[@DLHFarms]

That was my grandpa’s dairy sold the cows back in the late nineties, now it’s my uncles beef farm

[@jamesmorrison1884]

Hello Dennis. You know Dennis your making the right decisions. To know the good is to know the bad how else is it that we know anything at all? I'm going to follow and try put your ideas in place. your decisions will help me thankyou. Have a great day.

[@jrgenthomsen3841]

Thank you for another great video and thank you for taking the time to make the video’s you are doing a great job, and you just keep doing what you are doing 😀😀👍👍

[@DLHFarms]

I will thanks!

[@wayneinnc5379]

While you were driving around your farm, it is obvious you have a very large operation! Enjoy your videos and thank you for all the work you do in filming, editing and uploading!

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks!

[@ajkiviaho7212]

Love all the camera angles … Keep up the good work !!! Beautifully Sky’s … looks so nice

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks!

[@dustinadams9136]

Looks like really nice straw Dennis thanks for bringing us along and sharing!

[@DLHFarms]

Thank you!

[@dianneriggs3627]

Thank you for posting the video. I really enjoyed it.

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks!

[@Husker3435]

Another good one Dennis…like the K whopper and lowboy for a straw hauler😎💪🏻never had a new holland square baler but in this video for some reason I can see how nice of a bale it makes👌🏻keep em comin bud🇺🇸

[@DLHFarms]

It does make a nice bale

[@stanhensley3082]

Wow,great looking straw crop.Your baler makes a really nice straw bale. Straw can be hard to bale if it gets too dry.Happy baling!! Thanks 😊.

[@DLHFarms]

I’ve been pleased with this baler it does a good job most of the time.

[@gerryoconnor8751]

Just found your channel, very enjoyable, brings back lots of memories of baling with a new Holland baler in the 80's, 60,000 bales per year 😀

[@DLHFarms]

That’s a lot!

[@gerryoconnor8751]

@@DLHFarms hay and straw with a new Holland 376 first a a 378 later.

[@TheMarvin339]

When i get to baling, i get to much into it or frustrated from strings breaking to break downs or phone calls that i dont see how you remember and have patience to move cameras around...Much appreciation man!

[@DLHFarms]

It’s a pain sometimes

[@TheMarvin339]

Well I appreciate it man! Keep on keeping on

[@arlodewald5378]

Me and my brother would load and unload by hand around 1000 bales of hay a day . Doing straw was a fun day . It was super light and did a little over 1500 in one day ! Always a good filling to have it up before rain would get it wet !

[@JohnJohnson-vx2wr]

Great video Dennis. You do a good job making these videos.

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks so much!

[@nathanrobinson7715]

Thanks for all you do as a farmer. I know farmers do a lot for little pay. Or if you do all you can and prices/ buyers aren't helping it's hard

[@DLHFarms]

Thank you!

[@bobocaterpillar3697]

man .. that bailer can EAT!! i like it!

[@bjenkins803]

I bet you are getting some good hay this year. Seems like it rains often. A little more than usual. That straw looks awesome!

[@DLHFarms]

I have made some really nice hay very thankful

[@eof3100]

You have a very nice setup I like the John Deere tractor you have it set up nice .

[@DLHFarms]

Yes it’s super nice

[@Tools-Tested]

It will be interesting to see the broom attachment, nice video!

[@catlincarrell165]

Great video. We need rain here in Oklahoma. Got first cutting done but if we don't get any rain soon there won't be a second. God Bless y'all

[@DLHFarms]

We were dry but fortunately God has blessed us with plenty of rain lately.

[@davelively1901]

Can you use the camera set up to line up the tie grabber over the accumulated bales? It is frustrating for me when dong the same hitching with a skid steer plate. So true on the locking levers......many times the lever[s] get pushed down so the locking pins are too low to slip into the slots.

[@rohrfarms]

Well when I need advice I sure do count on you for it, thanks Dennis

[@DLHFarms]

Im needing some advice right now haha

[@michaelolenick4078]

Until you do this farming work, you will never know how hard it is.

[@stevesmith-wc2gb]

I just have the bucket on mine and wish I had a set of pallet forks for it as well

[@jessepeden5643]

Couple questions when you have time on The tie grabber 1. I know you are using it and you have a lot more uneven terrain than I do (north central Ohio). My question is does it make the packs that much more stable I am starting to bale away from home a ways and if the ride better on the wagons is what I’m after 2. If you were on flat ground would your smaller Massey handle it ok or is tractor just not big/heavy enough need 5000 series over 4700 series?

[@DLHFarms]

Yes it makes the packs way more stable in transport and in the barn. I still run mine on the 4710 sometimes it can do it it’s just hard on it. Anytime you pick up hay with it, it’s maxed out basically.

[@jamesberg3106]

Love your videos. It looks like you have a swivel seat. Did it come with the tractor? If not, where did you get it? I just put one in my 5075E and am thinking of an air suspension. Both from Northern Tool.

[@DLHFarms]

Came with it

[@markgamble8377]

So many improvements handling hay,straw,small squares.sweet operatiaton. Now u need way to move truck with ur cell phone.coming soon.

[@DLHFarms]

Haha

[@braderwin937]

Was wondering how well your af10 is doing this year just purchased one haven't got it in the field yet and going to be putting it behind a 5070 was wondering your bail length in order for me to have an idea where to set it I have an idea but I want another opinion and you run seems like you run a lot of hay thanks enjoy the videos from Ohio

[@DLHFarms]

I run my bale length approximately 35 to 36 inches if they get much longer than that the machine won’t work right. I recommend putting fluid in the rear tires on the af10 it’s so light it bounces around like a little red wagon also it helps keep it stable on steep hills.

[@ciaranthompson11]

Great video as always sir! What type of straw is this if you say you mowed it down, also what is it’s primary use/ market?

[@DLHFarms]

It’s rye straw used mainly for erosion control

[@frankscruggs4749]

Good video.

[@scottkrieger4701]

Have a good day sir.

[@mikeortega4647]

Hey Dennis. Your Massy's are working good. My 2021 4707 has the PTO knocking. Mechanic says its probably the forks that shift not meshing properly when going from 540 to 540E. Makes less knocking noise in 540E. My 4707 needed 4 updates which he accomplished 3 but the fourth tractor wouldn't take it. He was trying to synchronize the transmission. Said he needs to take it to the shop. So they are picking it up next week. Did you have the Pto knock on your 4710? If so did MF fix it? Any info would be great. Love the videos like everyone else. Hey my 4707 just hit 70 hours and mechanic says no oil changes till 500 hours. I found your 4710 first oil change video i agree 50 hours and 100 hours then maybe 500 hours. God's bless from NM.

[@DLHFarms]

If your referring to the knocking noise when you first turn on the pto that normal but if it’s during operation that’s not normal. When you first turn it on the noise is the computer pulsing the solenoid to soft start the pto.

[@hillcresthayfarms9664]

I have the 1036f accumulator what do you like better about the af10 I was thinking of upgrading but dont know what the benefits are

[@DLHFarms]

Your in luck watch this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GmlYubd5V5sLc

[@whommee]

Be on the lookout for a good used ride on floor sweep/mop /vacuum machine for that concrete floor

[@2020jd]

Man that old red single cab looks sharp! Is it a 7.3 or early 6.0?

[@DLHFarms]

7.3

[@rogerjennings5846]

I thank you for the time it takes enjoy the video I like square baling also

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks and thanks for watching!

[@justinwatch]

If Gavin ever comes out of hiding you could always hire him to film you work. Just don't tell him that he's working or he'll go back into hiding.

[@gatecity5284]

Ive been waiting for a video like this to ask how does that hydraulic bale tension work. To know how do you adjust the tension.. 👍

[@DLHFarms]

There is a knob on the baler and a gage on there also, the trick to adjusting it though is to have to baler running at full speed while your adjusting the pressure.

[@gatecity5284]

@@DLHFarms thanks

[@mp3625]

Haying? Love watching your day. Would love to help you. Keep going love your videos and all your adventures. Thanks

[@DLHFarms]

Thanks!

[@artur8403]

What does this square bailer spray into hay/straw from yellow tank?

[@DLHFarms]

It’s a preservative used on hay that has a higher moisture content than it should be to keep it from molding. Sometimes the weather forces you to bale earlier than you would like

[@DLHFarms]

Basically a citric acid.

[@394hamme]

Why you think you got the yield difference from 117 to 200? you guys dry? or fertilizer? or rain last year?

[@DLHFarms]

I’m not 100 percent sure but I know 200 is not normal that’s way over average

[@hammerhayllc]

@@DLHFarms we did about 100 / acre last year and this year we did 142/acre. Only difference was we planted one week earlier this year. We are testing out that German millet and proso millet too. Heard it didn’t work out for you but we’ll see how it does. Thinking if we can get 40 days out of it, may be worth it before we plant the new rye. You planning on not Tilling the oats into the stubble ?

[@hvy1ton]

Do you guys have a IT14 or is that somebody else?

[@DLHFarms]

You mean the Cat IT28? It ours we have two of them and a 938

[@smartass3967]

Don't be frustrated with your self your only one lan you are not and cannot be perfect 100% and frustration gives you high blood pressure diabetic heart problems relaxe calm down take your time remember you cannot do all things take time I know you have short windows on things but also remember we all in life have a short window of life so don't stress your self out if you can possibly help it stop sometimes and just take a breath and calm down

[@DLHFarms]

I guess that explains the high blood pressure haha

[@smartass3967]

@@DLHFarms it can be for sure stress anxiety panic things you eat and how much you eat alot of sugary fatty greasy things not enough rest and down time with feet up not any emotional breaks to let emotions out sleep apnea got sleeping all the night threw being over weight not enough exercise not having faith and having god abd church in your life all these things can make the blood pressure go high or over the limit

[@southtexashay777]

Nice to see you baling some straw. is that used for feeding. Keep safe from South Texas.

[@DLHFarms]

No it’s for contractors used for erosion control mostly.

[@southtexashay777]

@@DLHFarms I hind of had an idea do you hall them where they are processes for fill them in nets Etc. or do they use the hole bale.

[@ceheater2005]

Thanks Dennis

[@mikesavage9325]

Great video Dennis, A lot of good camera positions, also good to see the two masseys working together again. Not seen you make any round bales yet will that be later on in the year ? Looking forward to seeing how the bale grap goes on the 5711 Mike

[@DLHFarms]

Yes round bale videos are coming up

[@johnkemp4370]

What do straw bales sell for there?

[@DLHFarms]

Been selling them for $6

[@Doogie_Causey]

Dennis, is the straw you're bailing used for feed ?

[@DLHFarms]

No it’s used mostly for erosion control and seed beds.

[@Doogie_Causey]

@@DLHFarms thanks for responding

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

Some good look straw Dennis! If your busy don't worry about moving the camera around so much.

[@DLHFarms]

Sometimes I do that but I didn’t make as good of a video for you all.

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

@@DLHFarms I understand it doesn't, but I'd rather see something from you than nothing because it's rush time. Just my opinion. I really love your videos because you're so close. I'm in South Boston and you feel like a neighbor.

[@benny8300]

Looks like a shit ton of bales lol

[@boomersudden6257]

Always love the videos Dennis. I always wonder if your baler misses ties once in awhile. Had a McCormick 46 and every third bale was missing the left side. Have a New Holland 269 now and once in awhile the left side does not tie. Love baling hay just not the frustration. And should I switch to plastic twine?

[@seriouslyconfused1]

I got a NH 269! My left side misses every now and then. I found out over 5 years she likes the thicker twine. Every 50 bales a miss on the thicker twine. Used that sisle (not plastic) and she was averaging a miss every 100 bales.

[@DLHFarms]

It does miss one occasionally but it’s only when it’s switching balls of twine usually. You probably have some parts worn out or out of adjustment. I use 8500/170 tyrite plastic twine gave up on sisal a long time ago.

[@scottkrieger4701]

Your second wagon lf tire looks half flat.

[@michaelparker5814]

I understand the frustration with too much on your plate I help a local farmer who bayles mini straw one's for Halloween time he has me run the mini bailer bc he doesn't have a tractor that low enough hp to run it without breaking sheer pins instantly I've had to call into my day job to help him but we make good money from the mini bails if im honest

[@DLHFarms]

What size bale does it make?

[@michaelparker5814]

@@DLHFarms I believe it's 3 ft long by 2 ft wide they are small people love them decorate with but it's a very niche market

[@anzacday4141]

Why not install a Thomson Knob on your wheel? Makes turning much easier.

[@DLHFarms]

I’ve got one on my desk just can’t ever remember to put it on.

[@michaelolenick4078]

It's your ground your equipment

[@noelhohberger1188]

Ru still round bailing

[@DLHFarms]

Yes

[@memyselfandifarmer]

af10 in the spring.

[@DLHFarms]

Awesome

[@memyselfandifarmer]

@@DLHFarms how about a discount code !

[@DLHFarms]

@@memyselfandifarmer they will probably charge you more if you them you know me.

[@benny8300]

You need some help it sounds like

[@johnkemp4370]

What do straw bales sell for there?

[@DLHFarms]

$6