Recent content by StephenM88

  1. S

    Which JD 7000 planter is the better bet? Driving tomorrow!

    Hello, I posted earlier seeking advice in a 1st planter for my 20 acre pumpkin patch and corn maze. I've decided on a 6r30 John Deere 7000. I've been watching auctions and Craigslist over the last couple weeks and have seen several go for $1800 - $4000. I've found these two which appear to...
  2. S

    Planter suggestions for pumpkins and corn

    If I go with a John Deere 7000, would it be wise to stick to finger pickups or plates? I've found some of each planter at similar price points. I've purchased most of my seed through Harris seed and I'm sure they vary in size a bit.
  3. S

    Planter suggestions for pumpkins and corn

    With the pumpkins, I'll be planting for yield but there will be around 30 varieties of pumpkins and gourds.
  4. S

    Planter suggestions for pumpkins and corn

    We talked about having a total population of 36,000 per acre, so I'll assume he meant 18,000 each way like you'd mentioned. This will be completely for agritourism. I'm not worried about the ears whatsoever, just want to have tall, bushy corn that makes a good maze.
  5. S

    Planter suggestions for pumpkins and corn

    Thanks guys. I've just been going off of what my seed provider has told me. He provides seed for another corn maze south of here and he recommended 30" spacing for a population of about 36000 crossplanted. I'll visit with him more about that. Do we feel like, value wise, that $1600 John...
  6. S

    Planter suggestions for pumpkins and corn

    Something like this? Does it seem overpriced? https://wichita.craigslist.org/grd/d/halstead-john-deere-4-row-planter/6851302280.html I could pick up a single row on craigslist/ebay for around 600-800 and also pick up an old plate planter like the 694an for 600, but i'm not sure if the 694...
  7. S

    Planter suggestions for pumpkins and corn

    Hello all, I'm starting a pumpkin patch and corn maze here in northwest Missouri but am needing some advice on planters. I currently have a '74 Ford 2000 and am working on a '66 JD 4020. I've purchased a 10' JD KDA9 disk but am now needing to start looking for a planter. I'm planning on...
Yesterday's Tractor Forums

We sell tractor parts! We have the parts you need to repair your tractor - the right parts. Our low prices and years of research make us your best choice when you need parts. Shop Online Today.

Back
Top