Re: Combine pics
The only way to have such small, green leaves of corn IS from young, sprouted shoots, NOT the current, ripe, dry crop being harvested. I don't think greengiant is being arrogant at all, for pointing this out to general attention.
Maybe these machines are not so neglected, but something about the green leaves on top of the cab and on catwalk sure doesn't look right.
Yes, to a large degree, I would agree with you about not letting things be neglected, Farmerknowsbest, but like others here, I've also seen my share of even the biggest farmers in the areas I've worked, who are absolute slobs when it comes to just maintenance. Unfortunately, there are those just like a BTO near Ulysses, Kansas, who just gets all new stuff to use only for a duration--and never so much as uses a grease gun! Just ask the one who has to do all the repairs on the machines, once they come back to the dealer's shop.