Posted by NY 986 on September 13, 2019 at 16:58:43 from (174.220.16.240):
In Reply to: Re: Soy Bean Farming posted by sourgum on September 13, 2019 at 12:57:43:
While in theory not a bad idea it may not be all that useable where the subject of this thread is at. Elevators are scarce in many parts of the East/NE. Sometimes what is there is considerably under capacity for the area. Many areas years ago were mainly livestock with very little need to take in any amount of crop. In the last grain boom a few elevators invested in additional infrastructure but many did not choosing to push what resources they had to the limit to maximize profit. Rail cars were the key to keep the elevators running during the harvest season and many times there were not enough cars to keep up with what wanted to come in. A fair amount of railroads were abandoned during the 1970's leaving some agribusinesses without a way to mass ship or bring in product. Also, don't be surprised that you come last being the new guy. If 5,000 bushels of space opens up during the season don't be surprised if the traditional clients get called first to bring their beans in.
Custom combining can work or create headaches. Around here you have the guy who will say yes in April but will park his combine after he does his own work because it was wet, FIL in the hospital, or some other excuse. Then there is the well meaning guy whose combine is in poor condition that can't be relied on or will do a poor job. Then there is the guy who just wants to move in to work the farm and when he hears the the farmer is going to operate another year fails to show up at harvest time. Any prospective custom harvester should have references and do check those references out.
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