Stalk Stompers Keep Cornstalks Flat

Stalk Stompers Keep Cornstalks Flat COMBINES Accessories 29-1-13 Glen Forest, Potomac, Ill.: Glen says his Stalk Stompers keep cornstalks flat, eliminating a trip through the field and reducing damage to tractor tires. (May Wes Mfg., ph 877-788-6483; www.may-wes-mfg.com). "In the past I used an I-beam mounted on front of a tractor to flatten stalks when I disked or chiseled, to save tires. Stalk Stompers can just be left in place on the combine for use each season. "I prefer flattening stalks as compared to chopping them because there's less loose residue on the ground. They seem to flow better through our tillage equipment since they're still anchored in the ground. They just pull through. "I added extra Stompers under the combine so I can flatten all rows, not just the rows ahead of the combine wheels. I've had them in place for three years with no problems or repairs required. "Cost to install the Stalk Stompers was $145 per row."

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