Category Archives: #plant2022

On to spraying

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Marla Rose

After I got home from work, Clint pulled in to mix another load of pre-emergent spray. I rode along so we could catch up on the day’s news and activities. All the corn and soybeans have been planted! Corn is … Continue reading →

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Glimpses

Posted on May 19, 2022 by Marla Rose

Just some random shots of glimpses into our days. Wishing you a happy day.

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Acre by Acre

Posted on May 17, 2022 by Marla Rose

Hawk or eagle?! The bird flew when I stopped to snap the pic. I think I see a white head, though! Loading the planter tank from the tender wagon: A moment’s solitude for the shuttle-driver and food-truck runner: A moment’s … Continue reading →

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Before sunup to after sundown.

Posted on May 14, 2022 by Marla Rose

Planting soybeans began today. On my way home this evening from errand run #382, I could see a rain cloud dropping a delivery. My dad would have said, “Someone is getting a shower.” This someone also needs to get a … Continue reading →

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Friday, May 13

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Marla Rose

After work today, I was able to bring my farmer some caffeine and a cold treat. I felt he needed it since he has gotten a whopping total of 5 hours sleep in the past 62 (and still counting) hours. … Continue reading →

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Crazy Days (and nights)

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Marla Rose

Farming fatigue – it’s on! April was cold, windy, rainy, and not conducive to farming. May has blasted to record and near-record highs in Illinois. About 90 degrees this week. Can you see the humid haze in the pic below, … Continue reading →

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