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Winter 2011 Volume 4

A Quarterly Publication by
MacAllister Machinery
Winter 2011 Volume 4
Crop insurance, a risk management tool for farmers and agricultural producers, is becoming
more and more popular. With that comes many questions: What does each plan cover? What is the
difference in the plans? Why should I get crop insurance? To help alleviate some of the confusion
surrounding crop insurance, below is a brief explanation of some of the most popular plans.
Yield Protection (YP) insurance provides protection against a loss in yield due to natural dis-
asters. For most crops that includes: drought, flood, cold and frost, earthquake, fire, wind, and
damage caused by insects or disease. YP insurance guarantees a production yield based on the indi-
vidual producer's actual production history (APH). The APH is determined by the yields from previ-
ous years, including planted acreage and harvested
production. If production is less than the yield protec-
tion guarantee, the insured producer is compensated
for the loss. How does YP work? First, it establishes a
guaranteed amount of bushels per acre, then the YP
price is established based on the crop's applicable
commodity board of trade/exchange as defined in the
Commodity Exchange Price Provisions (CEPP). The
projected price is then used to determine the yield
protection guarantee, premium, any replant or pre-
vented planting payments, and then to establish the
production's value. Both corn and soybeans are cov-
ered by YP plans, in addition to barley, grain sor-
ghum, wheat, and cotton (Continued on Page 2).
Crop Insurance Options
NEW Planter Floats Over Fields
Celebrate the new year with a NEW White Planter. MacAllister Machinery and AGCO are ex-
cited to offer the industry's first large frame planter with high flotation rubber tracks. The 8936-30
LF White Planter has been specifically designed for early season planting and soft field conditions.
Be the first in the field with this 36-row planter featuring the largest rubber track footprint, providing
superior flotation. The large footprint allows the planter to float over early season soil, resulting in
less soil compaction and enhanced plant root development. The latest engineering innovations guar-
antee the largest seed and fertilizer carrying capacity, making the 8936-30 LF the largest, most effi-
cient planter available.
The five-section flex frame in a drawbar tow-behind design makes the 8936-30 LF efficient in
size and transport. The planter quickly and easily folds from planting to a fifteen-foot transport posi-
tion with an eighteen inch ground clear-
ance. The 150-bushel seed hopper capacity
means more planting between restocking
while the hydraulic seed drive offers an infi-
nitely variable seeding rate with precise
mapping capabilities. Greet spring planting
earlier in 2012 with the new 8936-30 LF
White Planter. Contact MacAllister Machin-
ery to learn more about the industry's only
large frame planter with flotation rubber
tracks.



Information provided by White Planters. Photo courtesy of AGCO.
Crop Insurance (Continued from Page 1). Revenue Protection (RP) insurance protects in-
sured producers from a loss of revenue caused by lower commodity prices, low yields, or a combina-
tion of the two. This coverage guarantees an amount based on the individual producer's APH and
the greater of the projected price or harvest price, which are determined based upon the crop's ap-
plicable commodity board of trade/exchange as defined in the CEPP. While the revenue protection
guarantee may increase, the premium will not. The projected price is then used to determine the
premium and replant or prevented planting payments. Producers are paid an indemnity when the
calculated revenue is less than the revenue protection guarantee for the crop acreage. Again, both
corn and soybeans are covered by RP plans, in addition to barley, grain sorghum, wheat, and cot-
ton.
Group Risk Income Protection (GRIP) coverage is designed as a risk management tool to in-
sure against widespread revenue losses from the insured crop by geographic county, rather than by
individual producers. It covers against potential loss of revenue resulting from significant reduction
in the county's yield or commodity price of the specific crop. The county revenues are calculated
once the county's yield estimates are available. !nsured producers are granted an indemnity when
the county's revenue published by FC!C is less than the estimated revenue. One thing to keep in
mind, since this policy is based on a county's revenue instead of individual producer's revenue, the
farm may experience a loss in revenue, but not receive a payment.
We encourage you to talk to a crop insurance specialist to determine which policy is best for
your farming operation. Always remember, MacAllister Machinery also serves as a risk management
tool in that we continuously provide the industry's latest and greatest in farm equipment and imple-
ments. Having the right equipment for the job makes your operation more efficient and profitable.
Above: The 8936-30 LF White Planter is the industry's first
and only large frame planter with flotation rubber tracks,
making it the ideal machine for early planting.
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NEW RoGator Series
As we said in the Fall issue of The Grain Bin," Christmas has come in the form of exciting
NEW products! Santa and the great minds at AGCO have delivered the NEW RoGator

RG900/
RG1100/RG1300 Series sprayers. All the exciting features listed in the previous issue were only a
sneak-peak into the greatness of the new RoGator Series. Read on for more! Also know that there is
always a MacAllister Machinery representative eager to help you decide which model is best for your
farming operation.
The RoGator RG900/RG1100/RG1300 Series sprayers for pre and post-emergence applica-
tions have new engines, more power, and offer the most consistent application in the industry. The
Tier 4i AGCO Power engines with exclusive e
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technology significantly improve fuel economy while
providing more horsepower and torque. The two-part drive system, comprised of a hydraulic motor
and a gear reduction hub, allows these machines to have seven speed ranges. Having multiple
speed ranges allows operators to match the terrain and field conditions to the speed. Road speed
ranges have reduced engine RPMs, thus using less fuel without sacrificing road speed.
With the RG Series operators will no longer have to move the booms to reload due to the
new liquid system, which features a front reload option. The plumbing of the front reload option
provides a direct line to a tender truck and streamlines pushing the product from the front of the
machine to the product tank. Operators will spend less time configuring the booms and more time in
the field. The liquid system also features a full-length agitation tube to ensure thorough mixing and
eliminates chemical hot spots. You can be confident all the product is pulled from the tank thanks to
the full taper sump, leaving less residue and reducing wasted product. These sprayers are designed
for multi-season use, switching from liquid application to dry fertilizer application now takes less
time due to the machine's unique combo system. The dry system is comprised of pneumatic spread-
ers or spinners, which provide unlimited delivery options for dry fertilizer application. The optional
MultApplier feature allows the application of two products at variable rates during a single pass.
In addition to multi-season use, these machines were also designed for varied crop applica-
tion. The unlimited wheel spacing from 120 to 152 inches and crop clearance of 50 inches make ap-
plication among a variety of field conditions, crops, and crop heights quick and easy. The booms of
the RG Series provide the most consistent application in the industry. The streamlined plumbing in-
cludes variable hose sizes to maintain a constant pressure across the booms. The booms tilt above
and below the hori-
zontal, allowing ad-
justments for varying
crop conditions while
maintaining the cor-
rect spray height.
Contact MacAllister
Machinery for more
information on the
new RoGator RG900/
RG1100/RG1300 Se-
ries sprayers.


Above: The new RoGator

RG900fRG1100fRG1300 Series sprayers feature AGCO's

exclusive e
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technology and a new engine while providing the most consistent appli-
cation in the industry
Information provided by RoGator. Photo courtesy of AGCO.
While it will make your stuffing delicious, Sage and many other herbs contain essential oils
and resins that can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous sys-
tem depression in cats and dogs if eaten in large quantities. Cats are es-
pecially sensitive to the effects of certain essential oils. Be sure to keep
the critters away from your holiday feasts.
Know Your
Information provided by The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).
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Securely anchor your Christmas
Tree so it doesn't tip and fall, causing possible
injury to your four-legged family member. This will also prevent the tree
water, which may contain fertilizers that can upset your pet's stomach,
from spilling. Also be aware that stagnant tree water is a breeding ground
for bacteria that may cause your pet to suffer from nausea or diarrhea if he
or she drinks it.
Brighten your boughs with something other than Tinsel. Cats
love this sparkly, light-catching toy" that's easy to bat around and carry
in their mouths. But swallowing it can lead to an obstructed digestive
tract, severe vomiting, dehydration, and possible surgery.
Make sure to keep your pets away from the table and unat-
tended plates of food. Chocolate is especially harmful to dogs,
as well as cats. Depending on the amount ingested, chocolate can
cause vomiting, diarrhea, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures,
and even death. Keep the chocolates to
you and your holiday sweetheart.
When ingested, Holly can cause pets to suffer nausea,
vomiting, and diarrhea. Mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and
cardiovascular problems. Also be aware that many varieties of lilies
can cause kidney failure in cats, even in tiny amounts. Opt for just-as
-jolly artificial plants made from silk or plastic.
Keep Your Pets Safe This Holiday Season
Uses for
Everyday Items
Each issue will include creative
uses for everyday items. This column
will provide clever and creative solu-
tions using items already found in
your home. Have a creative use for an
ordinary item? Submit your idea and
see it featured in The Grain Bin."
Submissions can be emailed to Rick
Crafton at RickCrafton@MacAllister.com.

Winter Wisdom

Greeting Cards: Create gift tags. Cut
out festive images, punch a hole and
run a string through it. Write your
message and attach to gift.
Branches: Bring the beauty of nature
to your table. Create a natural holiday
centerpiece by placing a few branches
in a vase or tin, then decorate with
small ornaments.
Gift Wrap: Safely
package your holiday
ornaments and trin-
kets. Run the wrapping
paper scraps through a
paper shredder. Use
the tiny shreds to cush-
ion your breakables.
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Once the Christmas decorations
have been packed you won't be able to
help but notice the plethora of pinks,
reds, and various heart decorations and
candies adorning store shelves. For most, these are simply
colorful reminders that valentine's Day is on its way, but
don't ignore the candy hearts and the heart-shaped boxes of
chocolates. Let the red and pink shelves serve as reminders
that February isn't only about Cupid, it is also about women's
heart health. February highlights women's heart health with
Women's Heart Week (Feb. 1-7) and National Wear Red
Day (Feb. 3).* Formed by the Women's Heart Foundation in
1995, Women's Heart Week promotes prevention, education,
symptoms awareness, and early intervention of the number
one killer of American women: Heart Disease.
According to the American Heart Association, Heart
Disease is largely preventable if you lower your risk factors.
Although there are risk factors that cannot be controlled,
such as your age, sex, race, and heredity, there are several
that you can control. With help from a healthcare profes-
sional or by modifying your lifestyle you can control the fol-
lowing risk factors: cholesterol, blood pressure, smoking,
physical activity, obesity, stress, diabetes, and alcohol. Visit
The American Heart Association's website at
www.goredforwomen.org and learn about ways to manage
and reduce your risk factors. You can also assess your
personal risk for developing Heart Disease in the next ten
years by answering a few questions on their Go Red Heart
Checkup at www.goredforwomen.org/hcu. Your results will
be calculated and a personal action plan will be customized
with ways to reduce your risks of developing this deadly
disease.
What can you do?
Tell the women in your life about Women's Heart
Week and encourage them to learn more about
women's heart health and discuss their risk factors
with their doctors.
Wear red on February 3
rd
to help raise awareness
about the number one killer of American women.
Modify your lifestyle to follow the ABCs of prevent-
ing Heart Disease: Avoid tobacco, Be more active,
and Choose good nutrition.
Assess your risks with the Go Red Heart Checkup.


* This is the one day NacAllister Nachinery encourages you to Go
Red;" every other day of the year be sure to Go Yellow!
Brittany Swackhamer is a freelance writer
from Cicero, Indiana. She has a
passion for agriculture, livestock,
and rural life.
About the Editor
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Future
Forecast
The Old Farmer's Almanac has
been predicting the weather since 1792,
when Robert E. Thomas devised a secret
formula for forecasting. Today's forecasts
are based on three scientific disciplines:
solar science, climatology, and meteorol-
ogy. The predictions are determined by
comparing solar patterns and historical
weather conditions with current solar ac-
tivity.
According to the Almanac, the
year will be concluded with above normal
temperatures and below
average precipitation in
all regions of the state
during December. 2012
will bring significantly
higher than average
temperatures with be-
low average precipita-
tion throughout the
state in January. The
Lower Lakes Region will
have below normal tem-
peratures and precipitation throughout
February. While the Ohio Valley Region
will have significantly lower temperatures
with only slightly higher precipitation dur-
ing the second month.
Holidays & Events
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
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We wish you happy holidays filled
with love and joy. Go into the new year con-
fidently knowing MacAllister Machinery al-
ways has the solutions to all your farming
needs. We
look forward
to assisting
you in 2012.
Welcome 2012!
Did You Know
MacAllister Machinery is much more
than combines and construction equipment.
In addition to our Agriculture division,
MacAllister Machinery also has a Power divi-
sion that sells and rents generators. We also
have a Bus division that services school
buses, in addition to selling new and used
buses.
Fun Facts About
MacAllister Machinery
Location: Rensselaer, IN
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What makes this location unique?
The Rensselaer location is brand new! Our Grand Opening Event will be March 1, 2012.
Who is who at Rensselaer?
Chad Stetler, Sales Rep: Has been with MacAllister 14 years. Has a daughter,
Drew, with his wife, Gayle. Interests: boating, fishing, playing golf, and spending time with
his family.
Justin Nesius, Parts Specialist: Has been with MacAllister 1 year. Has a daughter,
Addison, with his wife, Maggie. Interests: spending time with his family & friends, restora-
tions, and upland bird hunting.
Ryan Cooley, Technician: Has been with MacAllister 5 years. Has a son, Blake, and
a daughter, Kaylie, with his wife, Erika. Interests: spending time with his family, hunting,
and fishing.
Submissions
Submit your comments, questions, pictures,
and ideas to Rick Crafton. We look forward
to hearing from you!
RickCrafton@MacAllister.com