Expert driver

This seven year old was a big help loading 3rd crop alfalfa round bales last week. We went out a 7 am to finish up hauling. He could just reach the pedals to follow me in the loader, saved a lot of time.

Eat up!!!!

Like fat guys at a buffet. Those 2 beneficial bugs in the lower right can't eat all those aphids.

Aphids!

This picture is not that bad compared to many leaves but we are having an aphid explosion around here. We were just thinking about putting the sprayer away for the year. Sprayed 360 acres today will finish the rest tomorrow. We haven't had to spray for aphids the last few years, just pile it on the stack of challenges this year. The earliest corn we planted in late April is just beginning to dimple.

Need cat food....

Something tells me the cat food bag is almost empty.

Guest farmers....

Had some good city folk come up to the farm. Lana showed her friend how to build "dance" muscles. I told Lana if she bailed more hay she would get stronger muscles for better control in ballet class. She has been first on the wagon many times this summer.

My wise daughter.....

She drew me this during the challenging planting season. It applies to a $1.40 drop in corn basis in 2 days as well.

Tax deductible play set....

If your looking for a tax deduction and a new slide for the kids put up one of these. It can get a bit ripe smelling if it gets to rainy but sure is fun.