Thanks to everyone who came out to the Forage Symposium in February. We had to cancel two safety certification sessions due to the weather. Our speaker, Dr. John Shutske, graciously recorded his sessions and provided additional materials linked in the video comments. There are even “participation templates” in the stress topic for you to use for your team members.

WCO recently awarded two scholarships to students pursuing further education. These students were selected based on leadership, civic engagement, academics and volunteer activities related to agriculture. Students also submitted essays detailing their educational and vocational plans for the future. Scholarship winners are required to have ties to the WCO – either as a member, relative or employee of a member, or as a relative of a member-client. Students received a $1,000 scholarship. 

WCO members recently elected three directors and honored retiring directors during the group’s annual business meeting on Feb. 22, held in conjunction with the Forage Symposium at the Chula Vista Resort. 
 
Jeremy Heim and John Osterhaus were elected as operator directors. Randy Clark was elected as a corporate director.
 

The fall issue of the Custom News is here!

In this issue:

• Feature: WCO fundraising auction
• Issues to watch
• Nutrient management education
• New product showcase
• WCO board elections

By Raymond Liska

Shaking, rattling, grinding, knocking, are all too familiar to farm equipment operators. Torn belts, loose bolts, and failed bearings are just a few things that could be wrong and must be dealt with immediately. 

Having a good sense for something going wrong is as important as being able to turn the wheel when the harvest is on the line. Operators use their skills and experiences to manage their machines persistently day in and day out.