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MT

Thursday, January 8, 2026 MT… that’s our abbreviation for the word ’empty’.   The last two loads of soybeans went to market at ADM in Newburgh today, and we are officially MT of 2025-crop soybeans.  Sure, there are many loads of … Continue reading

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Oh, boy! Spring is here.

Thursday, March 20, 2025 First day of spring?  It sure doesn’t feel like it!  It’s windy and chilly today, 37ºF (3C).  Just yesterday, it was 70ºF!  The weather in SWIN is very fickle. Yesterday was a big day at Carnahan … Continue reading

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MT

Thursday, January 4, 2024 We are officially empty (MT) of soybeans from the 2023 crop.  Brandon hauled out the last of those on Tuesday, and the final payment hit the bank this morning.  It is a good feeling to have … Continue reading

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Sunny morning

Monday, February 26, 2018 It’s a beautiful, sunny morning in SWIN.  The sky is a clear blue, and we’re headed for temperatures in the 50s.  Since there’s no wind, it’s pretty comfortable out there.  After several days of heavy rain, … Continue reading

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One down…

Monday, January 8, 2018 Brandon tells me that Bin #1 is MT (empty).  That leaves 7 more to go.  As he delivers the grain to market this month, he may be able to check off more of them.  It’s a … Continue reading

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MT

Monday, June 20, 2016 Brandon worked the sweep auger in Bin 10 today, and now all our remaining 2015 corn is now overhead in the load-outs.  Ready for the final few loads of corn delivery.  So, being MT (empty) will … Continue reading

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MT, well almost.

Monday, February 3, 2014 Brandon and Haley are in the last bin of 2013 corn (#10) doing the sweeping.  This is a milestone every winter, and it’s occurring this year weeks ahead of typical.  Usually, our goal is to be … Continue reading

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