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Andy "aTrippyFarmer" Dole 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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[@kevinkrempely2335]

Love your channel, Andy! Enjoy the family, They grow up fast!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Thanks, Kevin. You aren't lying... time sure has flown by!

[@WilliamVincik]

your red dog isso happy to havea home and family!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

He is a very nice dog. I still find it hard to believe that someone got rid of him!!!

[@mch_mr_j]

At least it stopped for you, in Wisconsin where I am at we have had non stop rain. In the last three days nearly 4 more inches. Hopefully you get some rain from the tropical storm pushing up from Texas.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

It's amazing how everyone is always in different shape!!

[@philhosier9185]

Andy, why not convert those Blue silos to grain storage. New latest air floors, auger system and put in a double fan system to cool the grain down. Much cheaper costs than having new bins put up. ??

[@aTrippyFarmer]

The tall ones are too high for our augers, and they aren't the safest to climb. The short ones are kind of a pain for what they hold. We do have some at another bin site with air floors, but we don't use them anymore. They just aren't worth the trouble.

[@andywhite9932]

I missed the “peace “ at the end

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Trying to change it up!

[@Brian-ov1rj]

Trippy, luv that you posted a recent video and not a month ago vid. Dogs look very happy! I'll bet you are glad that you have the Hagie. Keep the vids coming. Farmn🚜

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Yes I'm going to try to stay more recent from now on. I've had a lot going on in the last few months that have presented some challenges!

[@jayheiman7388]

July 1 had 2 inches then early morning of the 4th had 3 1/2 inches rain. So it’s wet here starting to dry out a little bit. Hope you catch that rain soon

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Wow that is a lot of rain. It's amazing how someone is always needing a rain and someone else needs it to stop!!!

[@lylechapman4364]

Wish you had the roots along the plants when comparing the three plants. Love the videos over all

[@robm3063]

July 8th as I type. Pretty sure you are in line for some of the rain from Beryl. Fingers crossed

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Let's hope!

[@TJ1855]

So glad to hear you got some good rain on July 4th. Looks like tonight you're in line for quite a bit more. The gods are shining upon you. Hopefully it doesn't skirt around your farms

[@aTrippyFarmer]

If you haven't checked out the newest video, I give an update on the Hurricane rains. It was quite the moisture load for us!

[@MoFire312]

Now that you have your own sprayer. Are there talks of maybe getting a 28% applicatior next?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Not at this time. I'd consider Y-drops or a similar system on the sprayer, but nothing in regards to an actual toolbar.

[@TheRange7]

It's beyond frustrating to see corn and bean prices down so much yet all the stuff made from them at the grocery store keeps going up in price. And then there's gazoline. Oh man....don't even get me started. LOL

[@aTrippyFarmer]

That's just economics unfortunately. The world is just too darn good at growing corn and soybeans.

[@TheRange7]

@@aTrippyFarmer Andy, the thing is, I remember when I was still going down to the Board of Trade everyday to trade. We/'d stop in and grab a Starbucks. Their prices were constantly going up up in drips and drabs due to increased "coffee" prices in the markets. Then when coffee crashed, of course Starbucks never lowered their prices a nickel. It's just a huge racket. Right now I think these mega food companies are making record profits with their crazy high prices. Oh well, wishing you and the family a bountiful crop and a safe summer my friend. As always thanks for both the video and the reply.

[@Userqwerty349]

Corporate greed, pure and simple.

[@Daveco82]

good looking dog!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Thanks!

[@scottkaercher1733]

It rained here sat sun Monday here in Indiana.

[@allenwalters9068]

Got our biggest rain july 4th since april 29 of 8 tenths by mill creek lake. Finished may with 1.4 inches and june 1.2, hoping that the hurricane gives us a big drink!! Our marxh beans are knee cap high really got hurt by no rain, seeing the last spurt of the taller beans last week showing up

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Our march beans look good despite the recent dryness. We had more rains into May than it sounds like you did. We lucked out and got a nice 1" on July 4th!

[@allenwalters9068]

@@aTrippyFarmerbuddy nw of marshall replanted hailed out beans July 1, lost several acres of corn in the area around Dennison haven't heard what all was gave up on some disked down corn planted beans. They replanted 40 of a 120 direct line where hail went. Had corn and milo y dropped just before the 4th was perfect

[@aTrippyFarmer]

@@allenwalters9068 there was some guys in Edgar county that lost a good chunk to hail as well. Hail would be the most profitable outcome for our operation today...

[@allenwalters9068]

@aTrippyFarmer yes this was right along county line

[@alpabst4776]

Hey Andy great update as always. question did you guys ever think about center pivots and if so, what is the return on those for your farm?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Never even been a consideration. We don't farm a type of soil that would normally provide a good return to irrigation. The money would be better spent draining the farms than irrigation, if that makes any sense. Pivots are typically based geographically. Sandy soils that need frequent rain usually get them. There nearest pivots are probably an hour away, and they are rare in the flatlands.

[@gopurdue02]

Hurricane Beryl to the rescue!

[@aTrippyFarmer]

We are probably the only people hoping for the hurricane... ironically!

[@jetegtmeier71]

did you ever get your sprayer boom hammered straight again or is it not bad enough to mess with right now?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

Never messed with it!

[@echutch]

Sup Tripp? What do you think of Houdini and Tobey? :) Thanks for the videos.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I actually don't know what you're talking about... do tell!

[@echutch]

@@aTrippyFarmer Sorry Tripp, not farm related… 2 new singles from Eminem’s new album. You are busy with little ones. Many thanks again kind sir. I’ll check out your latest soon. Be well all

[@aTrippyFarmer]

@@echutch I haven't had a chance to listen. I'll definitely give it a shot!

[@philhosier9185]

Maybe a 2nd planter working in early season may justified if acres can justify it. Only so many days to get crop in the ground for max yeild ! Some bigger farms are going full bore on this idea !

[@aTrippyFarmer]

We had the window to get a lot more done in March with 1 planter, just weren't confident in the gamble. I think next time it will be full speed if we have the opportunity.

[@kylecaskey1752]

How many GPA are you using when mixing roundup and liberty?

[@aTrippyFarmer]

20 GPA. Id run 25 but that is a ton of loading.

[@valwalker8846]

Is there another industry/profession which is so dependent on "Mother Nature"? So, Paul Harvey says " On the eighth day God made a farmer". Google up Paul Harvey's "SO GOD MADE A FARMER".

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I've heard it. Beautiful speech. I think agriculture probably has the most to gain or lose based on the weather!

[@user-kc9xu9tm3n]

Hurricane moisture is headed your way.

[@aTrippyFarmer]

I hope so, just no wind!