HUSA Sep 9 2026 - JC Schemper

J.C. Schemper from Schemper Harvesting in Holdridge, Nebraska, discusses closing the wheat harvest season and preparing for corn harvest. Machines are heading south, and Schemper expects to start corn harvest by the 15th of the month. Transitioning involves cleaning combines of wheat residues, attaching corn heads, changing tires, and maintaining equipment, noting the challenges of wheat harvesting in the southern regions compared to more favorable northern conditions. Schemper details the importance of gauge wheels and tire adjustments for stability and minimizing damage during harvest. He describes the use of wider headers in wheat harvest and the transition to narrower setups for corn, emphasizing the necessity of robust and adaptable machinery. They run primarily green and yellow equipment with discussions about gear adjustments for big headers that can reach up to 61 feet. Schemper highlights practices such as straddling rows to prevent tire damage and using dual wheels for better field maneuverability.