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Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
The ALMACO R1 Single-Plot Research Combine Uses Exclusive Rotary Technology for a Faster, Cleaner Harvest
Increased precision, efficiency, and power for leading harvest data accuracy. NEVADA, IOWA / ACCESS Newswire / June 5, 2025 / When it comes to seed research, precision and efficiency are critical. The R1 Single-Plot Research Combine is engineered to provide faster harvest speeds while ensuring less seed damage, cleaner samples, easier cleanout, and lower seed loss compared to similar models. Designed with advanced rotary technology, R1 is a game-changer for seed researchers looking to optimize their harvest process and improve data accuracy. Advanced Threshing Technology for Superior Performance Unlike conventional plot combines that rely on high-speed threshing cylinders, R1 utilizes exclusive top-fed axial rotors. This innovative design gently pulls material into the threshing chamber, which is over eight feet long, enabling higher throughput and greater efficiency. Operating at lower RPMs (350-500), the R1's rotary technology allows for the early harvest of large green plants, tough stems, and high-foliage crops, giving researchers a longer harvest window for faster decision-making. The self-cleaning system ensures easier cleanout and more pure samples for more reliable seed research data. Power and Performance in the Field R1 stands out with a robust drivetrain powered by a Cummins QSF 3.8L FT4 Diesel Engine, providing unmatched horsepower in its class. Its Poclain rear Torque King 4WD wheel motors and tandem electronically controlled hydraulics deliver superior performance in tough field conditions. With a grain tank capacity exceeding 40 bushels and a high-speed unload auger, R1 is designed for fast and efficient plot harvest operations. Operator Comfort and Convenience Designed with operator comfort in mind, R1 features a spacious 106 cubic feet cab with expanded curved glass for enhanced visibility. Operators benefit from features like automated climate control, an adjustable seat, a secondary seat, a dual-tilt telescoping steering column, and a premium radio for a comfortable harvesting experience. The integrated Plus+1 Microcontroller provides one-touch adjustments and diagnostics, ensuring optimal performance with more uptime. Versatile and Customizable for Every Research Need R1 is built for flexibility, accommodating multiple crop types with its quick-change header system. Compatible headers include Corn, Floating Row Crop Auger, Floating Standard Auger, Draper, Sunflower, and Pick-Up, making it a versatile tool for diverse seed research applications. Additional accessories, such as packaging and bagging systems, hydraulic dump hoppers, multiple sieve configurations, and seed devitalization systems, can be added to tailor the R1 to specific research needs. Experience the R1 Advantage For seed researchers, the R1 Single-Plot Research Combine offers a revolutionary solution for faster, more efficient harvests with leading data accuracy. Learn more by visiting the ALMACO website, viewing the R1 brochure, watching an R1 webinar, or contacting ALMACO at sales@ to request more information or to schedule an in-person demonstration. Contact Information Lisa Dirksen Marketing Managerdirksenl@ SOURCE: ALMACO press release
Miami Herald
13-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Advancing Seed Research Efficiency With the R2 Twin-Plot Research Combine From ALMACO
Bringing added precision, performance, and productivity to seed research plot harvesting NEVADA, IOWA / ACCESS Newswire / May 13, 2025 / The ALMACO R2 Twin-Plot Research Combine is a revolutionary advancement for the seed research industry. Designed to operate at faster harvest speeds while minimizing seed damage, R2 delivers cleaner samples, easier cleanout, and lower seed loss than competitive models. As the industry's true multi-crop platform, R2 is ideal for corn, soybeans, wheat, cereals, sorghum, canola, and more. The exclusive auto header recognition platform allows a single person to switch harvest crops in under two minutes, simply by swapping single sieves and adjusting concaves. R2 features a patent-pending, self-cleaning, top-fed rotor design, enabling earlier harvests of large green plants, tough stems, and high foliage. This innovation extends the harvest window, allowing users to begin harvesting earlier and finish more efficiently. With two separate multi-speed independent rotor chambers, R2 eliminates side-by-side crossover, ensuring plot-to-plot carryover is virtually undetectable. Additionally, the ALMACO Air Lock system employs a pressurized displacement blower to reduce seed damage, setting a new industry standard. Built for endurance, R2 is the largest research combine in the industry, engineered to operate with maximum efficiency. Its Final Tier 4 275-horsepower Cummins engine and four-wheel-drive advanced torque system provide exceptional durability. The combine's grain tank extenders, controlled from the cab, allow a maximum grain tank capacity of 300 bushels. For safety, road mode activation is restricted until the grain tank extenders are lowered. The R2 13-foot auger discharge height facilitates rapid unloading at 2.9 bushels per second, while a detachable grain tank corner extender ensures safe and efficient maintenance access. With ergonomic controls and the quietest cab in its class, the R2 Premium Comfort Operator Station is designed with operator experience, comfort, and safety in mind. At a spacious 106 cubic feet, expanded curved glass and added LED lighting packages provides leading visibility. Equipped with an advanced diagnostic and sensory system, R2 provides real-time operating system alerts, diagnostics, and operational settings to enhance performance. ALMACO remains a dedicated partner in customer success, offering premium customer service and support for routine maintenance, parts ordering, and troubleshooting. With only four belts and zero chain drives to manage, R2 simplifies maintenance, complemented by a reversible, hydraulically driven fan and an automated rear platform ladder for seamless serviceability. R2 is compatible additional options such as the APX Automated Packager, subject sampling cab system, seed devitalizer, straw chopper, telematics, and more. For more information, visit watch the R2 video, or contact ALMACO at sales@ Contact Information Lisa Dirksen Marketing Managerdirksenl@ SOURCE: ALMACO press release
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Plot Planting Automation Enables Seed Research Efficiencies
PowerPlant Automated Plot Planting System, Exclusively from ALMACO NEVADA, IOWA / / March 19, 2025 / In the seed research industry, technological advancements are revolutionizing the approach to plot planting and cultivation. Seed research professionals face numerous challenges, including labor shortages, increasing efficiency requirements, the push for faster advancement decisions, and more. Each year, it becomes clearer that planting automation is essential in removing human error and closing gaps in seed research needs. Operators do not need to unload seed packets for each plot, which supports seed research professionals in many ways. Planting automation embodies the transformative potential of new technology in seed research. At the forefront of this shift in automated planting technology is the ALMACO PowerPlant Automated Planting System. The first of its kind in the seed research industry, it has far exceeded the reliability standards of traditional plot planting methods. Seed cartridges are packaged, labeled, and verified ahead of time, providing ultimate peace of mind. Seed researchers can go into the field knowing exactly where their seeds will be planted, with no secondary operator required to ride on the planter. The elimination of manual seed packet unloads reduces the risk of human error, resulting in more accurate data during harvest. Automation mitigates the labor-intensive nature of manual plot planting, allowing researchers to allocate their time and resources more effectively. The increased efficiency not only removes human error but also accelerates the pace of research and development. Planting automation ensures that each seed is planted with consistent precision, reducing variability in research plots. This precise control of seed placement leads to more consistent field conditions, better data collection, and faster advancement decisions. By minimizing discrepancies, researchers can rely on the integrity of their data, which is crucial for making informed decisions about seed development and improvement. With an expanded capacity, seed scientists can explore a wide variety of seed offerings to ensure the best seeds end up in farmers' hands. The ability to test and analyze more seeds in a shorter period significantly speeds up the innovation process, leading to the development of superior seed varieties that can meet the demands of a growing global population. The integration of planting automation eliminates the need for operators to physically ride on the planter during plot planting operations. This enhancement in operator safety significantly reduces the risk of accidents, physical strain injuries, exposure to chemicals, heat stress, sunburn, and other potential hazards associated with manual operation. Ensuring the well-being of operators is a critical component of modernizing the seed research industry, making it a more attractive field for skilled professionals. Embracing automation is not just a trend but a necessary step toward meeting the global challenges of food security and agricultural sustainability. The ALMACO PowerPlant Automated Planting System is at the forefront of this transformation, setting a new standard for excellence in seed research and development. Learn more about PowerPlant on the ALMACO website or by contacting us at sales@ Contact Information Lisa Dirksen Marketing Managerdirksenl@ SOURCE: ALMACO View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
19-03-2025
- Science
- Associated Press
Plot Planting Automation Enables Seed Research Efficiencies
PowerPlant Automated Plot Planting System, Exclusively from ALMACO NEVADA, IOWA / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2025 / In the seed research industry, technological advancements are revolutionizing the approach to plot planting and cultivation. Seed research professionals face numerous challenges, including labor shortages, increasing efficiency requirements, the push for faster advancement decisions, and more. Each year, it becomes clearer that planting automation is essential in removing human error and closing gaps in seed research needs. Operators do not need to unload seed packets for each plot, which supports seed research professionals in many Automated Planting System from ALMACO PowerPlant Automated Planting System on an ALMACO SeedPro 360 Research Planter Planting automation embodies the transformative potential of new technology in seed research. At the forefront of this shift in automated planting technology is the ALMACO PowerPlant Automated Planting System. The first of its kind in the seed research industry, it has far exceeded the reliability standards of traditional plot planting methods. Seed cartridges are packaged, labeled, and verified ahead of time, providing ultimate peace of mind. Seed researchers can go into the field knowing exactly where their seeds will be planted, with no secondary operator required to ride on the planter. The elimination of manual seed packet unloads reduces the risk of human error, resulting in more accurate data during harvest. Automation mitigates the labor-intensive nature of manual plot planting, allowing researchers to allocate their time and resources more effectively. The increased efficiency not only removes human error but also accelerates the pace of research and development. Planting automation ensures that each seed is planted with consistent precision, reducing variability in research plots. This precise control of seed placement leads to more consistent field conditions, better data collection, and faster advancement decisions. By minimizing discrepancies, researchers can rely on the integrity of their data, which is crucial for making informed decisions about seed development and improvement. With an expanded capacity, seed scientists can explore a wide variety of seed offerings to ensure the best seeds end up in farmers' hands. The ability to test and analyze more seeds in a shorter period significantly speeds up the innovation process, leading to the development of superior seed varieties that can meet the demands of a growing global population. The integration of planting automation eliminates the need for operators to physically ride on the planter during plot planting operations. This enhancement in operator safety significantly reduces the risk of accidents, physical strain injuries, exposure to chemicals, heat stress, sunburn, and other potential hazards associated with manual operation. Ensuring the well-being of operators is a critical component of modernizing the seed research industry, making it a more attractive field for skilled professionals. Embracing automation is not just a trend but a necessary step toward meeting the global challenges of food security and agricultural sustainability. The ALMACO PowerPlant Automated Planting System is at the forefront of this transformation, setting a new standard for excellence in seed research and development.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Introducing the New Single-Plot Sunflower Header Exclusively From ALMACO
Header designed specifically to meet the unique needs of sunflower seed research. NEVADA, IOWA / / March 18, 2025 / As a leading provider of cutting-edge agricultural research equipment, ALMACO is excited to announce the launch of a new specialty sunflower header. After a sunflower crop has reached maturity, harvesting sunflowers presents unique challenges, particularly due to their top-heavy eastern tilt. Special plot harvesting solutions are required to help with this challenge. The new sunflower header from ALMACO is made specifically with sunflowers in mind to address fallen and standing sunflower heads in the field. To accommodate for the height of the crop, an increased side wall height is used with a transparent mesh back wall on the header shielding. The design maximizes the efficiency of gathering the sunflower plants into the head, assists the sunflower heads to the rotating cutting knife, up to the gathering belts, and to the conveyor system. Less seed loss in the plot combine means better data for seed research professionals. "In sunflower seed research, every seed counts. Our new sunflower header is specifically designed to minimize seed loss and maximize efficiency, leading to better research outcomes," said Todd Vincent, Senior Global Sales Executive at ALMACO. "By integrating this header with our ALMACO R1 Single-Plot Combine, researchers can conduct more precise and effective trials, leading to faster advancement decisions in sunflower seed research." The ALMACO R1 Single-Plot Combine, already trusted by researchers for its precision and reliability, further enhances data collection with the integration of the ALMACO D1 Data Collection Unit. This technology provides real-time weight and moisture measurements during harvest, enabling researchers to make more informed decisions. Sunflowers, with their striking blooms and diverse applications, have become a focal point in modern agriculture. From advancements in breeding and cultivation to their market impact and environmental adaptability, sunflower research plays a vital role in maximizing crop productivity and sustainability. Sunflower seed research presents both challenges and opportunities for the agricultural industry. Researchers are at the forefront of innovation, enhancing sunflower cultivation techniques to improve yields while promoting environmental stewardship. Beyond their agronomic benefits, sunflowers offer aesthetic appeal and hypoallergenic properties, making them a valuable crop for both commercial industries and consumers alike. As sunflower seed research continues to evolve, ALMACO remains committed to delivering innovative solutions that support agricultural advancements. The new sunflower header is now available for research teams looking to enhance their sunflower harvesting operations. For more information, visit our ALMACO Website or contact ALMACO at sales@ Contact Information Lisa DirksenMarketing Managerdirksenl@ SOURCE: ALMACO Related Documents: Growth and Impact from Sunflower Seed View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
