From Field to Feed: The 2024 Corn Silage Marathon at Stone Ridge Dairy

Step into the world of large-scale agriculture as we dive into Stone Ridge Dairy's impressive 2024 corn silage harvest in central Illinois. Watch as Walker Bros AG's skilled team tackles 1,836 acres in just 7 days, bringing in a staggering 54,100 tons of silage. This video breaks down the numbers behind this massive operation, showcasing the powerful machinery used, including three state-of-the-art harvesters, five packing tractors, and a fleet of 13 semi-trucks. Learn about corn silage, its importance in dairy farming, and the incredible efficiency of modern harvesting techniques. Featuring exclusive drone footage, this video offers a unique bird's-eye view of the entire harvesting process. Whether you're a farming enthusiast, a numbers geek, or just curious about where your food comes from, this inside look at Stone Ridge Dairy's silage harvest is sure to impress. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more agricultural insights and behind-the-scenes looks at modern farming operations! Equipment used for harvest: 3 forage harvesters 1 Krone BIGX 1180 2 John Deere 9900i 5 tractors on the pile packing 2 Case 620 1 John Deere 9520 1 John Deere 9570 1 John Deere 9620 13 semi trucks pulling Myer BOSS forage wagons For more information on Myer forage wagons visit https://meyermfg.com/ A big thank you to both Stone Ridge Dairy and Walker Bros AG for allowing me to fly a drone to capture this incredible harvest. #CornSilage #AgricultureTechnology #DairyFarming #Harvest2024 #FarmingInsights