August/September 2017
Working Smarter, Not Harder
cover photo by Elise SchaferBattling Negative Unemployment in the Feed and Grain Industries
Finding new and mid-level employees has been a challenge for the industry for years — it will only get harder.
Insuring your Reputation
Crisis communication planning is a policy you can’t afford to skip
Feed & Grain LIVE Concludes Second Annual Conference and Trade Show
Informative education program, engaging workshop and bustling exhibit hall make LIVE 2017 a hit!
Tips and Tricks to Prevent Electric Motor Headaches
Avoid mistakes like using improper lubricants or the wrong voltage
PHOTOS BY BALDOR ELECTRIC COMPANY
Working Smarter, Not Harder
Custom solutions and state-of-the-art equipment lead to efficiency gains at NEW Cooperative’s Pomeroy, IA, feed mill.
Zach Stuchlk moves ingredient totes easily with a pallet mover. Photo by Elise Schafer
Why Communities Matter
Small towns rally around victims of fatal grain facility explosion.
PL Fees: Why They Vary Widely and Lose Elevators Money
Merchandisers should know their risk before developing a plan for harvest.
How to Avoid Errors in Decision Making
Make better choices by understanding the systems involved.
Factors to Consider when Upgrading to Automation
Robots can improve workflow and reduce injuries, but it’s important to get the right fit for your operation.
Battling Buildups and Blockages
Routine bin and silo cleanouts can help keep product accumulations at bay.
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Recently Added to Buyer's Guide
JaHam JT03, JT10 and JT20 Truck Probes
- Core-style truck probe sampling system
- Use with all whole grain
GMS Mixers
- New, efficient drive, based on permanent magnet motor, designed for batch mixers that start and stop frequently
- Compact design, quiet operation
Marketwatch: Oct, 02
US Corn Price Idx: ZCPAUS.CM
open: 6.6922
high: 6.8741
low: 6.6102
close: 6.6102
US Soybean Price Idx: ZSPAUS.CM
open: 13.6782
high: 13.7587
low: 13.1333
close: 13.1536
US Hard Red Winter Wheat Price Idx: KEPAUS.CM
open: 9.3697
high: 9.6472
low: 9.1747
close: 9.4272
US Soft Red Winter Wheat Price Idx: ZWPAUS.CM
open: 8.3873
high: 8.7783
low: 8.2498
close: 8.5389
