Tools, equipment for the farm

<p>MULTITANK FUEL TRAILER: Four, six or eight 119-gallon tanks are accessible on the various multi-tank models by Fuel Pro Trailers. Once secured, you can legally transport diesel fuel without a Transportation Security Administration hazardous materials endorsement. An auto-retracting hose reel makes for easy fueling. The 500 Series starts at $14,300. Visit <a href="http://www.fuelprotrailers.com" target="_blank">fuelprotrailers.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p>The Rock Monster RM-8090 Rock Picker has unmatched AR400 steel teeth on a reel to collect rocks. It can dump its load while it’s moving and doesn’t need a stabilizing unit, saving users downtime. It has the widest picking width on the market and is the heaviest rock picker on the market. Prices start at $54,995. Visit <a href="http://www.shoule.com" target="_blank">shoule.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p>A new loader option available for select loaders in the Bobcat M2 Series provides hands-free hydraulic connections, enabling easy hydraulic attachment hookup. Called the Bob-Dock, there’s no need to get out of the cab and connect hoses. Visit <a href="http://www.bobcat.com" target="_blank">bobcat.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p>Tech companies are working on ways they can partner to provide more for their customers. For Beck’s, creator of Farmserver — an agronomic web platform — a new partnership offers farmers the ability for boosting farm nutrient management. Farmserver will incorporate Soil Test Pro, which allows farmers to pull soil samples, send the samples to the lab of their choice and get the results back quickly. Once the results are in Soil Test Pro, they can now easily be brought into the Farmserver account. Learn more about Farmserver at <a href="http://www.farmserver.com" target="_blank">farmserver.com</a><em>,</em> and Soil Test Pro at <a href="http://www.soiltestpro.com" target="_blank">soiltestpro.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p>Part of the construction equipment line from Land Pride, and branded Kubota, the PS20 Primary Seeder is available in 72- and 86-inch widths. The unit features a quick-attach mount, and a three-point hitch is standard. Floating packer wheels follow contours. The unit is designed for a variety of seeding uses; and while it works on construction for the right finishing touch on the job, it offers the potential for smaller seeding tasks on the farm. Suggested list price is $8,730. Learn more at <a href="http://www.kubotausa.com" target="_blank">kubotausa.com</a><em>. </em></p>

<p>Handling fence wire is no fun, but the folks at Danuser are helping make it better. Last fall at the Farm Progress Show, the company launched the Python Wire Winder, which was a hit with farmers. Then came the request: Why don’t you have an unroller, too? During the National Farm Machinery Show, Danuser launched the Python Wire Unroller to complement the winder. This two-piece system can help you better manage fence wire. The unroller connects to a 2-inch receiver hitch and provides optimal clearance for open tailgates; it works well on utility vehicles, too. Suggested list price has not been determined, but the unroller will be available later this spring. Learn more at <a href="http://www.danuser.com" target="_blank">danuser.com</a><em>.</em></p>

<p>Farm equipment has to work in extreme conditions, including weather that can suck the life right out of a battery. With the Weego Crankenstein, you solve that problem. This lightweight unit can jump-start most farm equipment, providing 1,200 amps at 12 volts and 600 amps at 24 volts. It even comes with a USB charger to power your smartphone or tablet, and there’s a 1,000-lumen flashlight, too. Once you charge the unit, it holds that power until needed, losing less than 5% of that charge per month. Suggested list price is $699. Learn more at <a href="http://www.myweego.com" target="_blank">myweego.com</a>.</p>

<p>Pallet forks can be pretty handy around the farm. The new MDS Class 3 ITA Fork System comes with a thumb/grapple to help you get a grip on big loads. In this photo, the forks are on the right (the spear is not part of the product). With the grapple, the pallet forks can secure product for safe transport. It’s available for common wheel-loader and telehandler couplers. Suggested list price as shown is $10,700. Learn more at <a href="http://mdsmfg.com" target="_blank">mdsmfg.com</a>.</p>

<p>The MDS X-Treme HD 5-Tine Large Square Bale Stabber works with telehandlers and offers unique features. For example, the cutout in the center eliminates interference with Z-arms. The system includes a parking stand for use when not at work. The unit does require a bolt-on mount kit (not included in suggested list price). Suggested list price as shown is $5,100. Learn more at <a href="http://www.mdsmfg.com" target="_blank">mdsmfg.com</a>.</p>