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Jul 15, 2024

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The Innovative TireGrabber Tool Safely Handles Large Tires

By Ryan Ridley
Farms.com

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Moving large farm tires is not only hard work, but it can also be very dangerous.

In comes Darcy Goosen, founder of TireGrabber.

Goossen told Farms.com that he has been actively involved in custom farming for many years, and like most farmers, has had to move many farm tires.

Recognizing the inherent risks and challenges in handling these large tires, Goossen sought a safer, more efficient solution, leading to the creation of the TireGrabber.

This innovative tool has been a game changer in farm operations, making it significantly easier and safer to maneuver large tires.

Its straightforward design allows for secure gripping and movement of heavy tires, drastically reducing the risk of accidents commonly associated with this task.

After witnessing its effectiveness, Goossen's friends encouraged him to manufacture and sell the device to help others facing similar challenges.

Following this advice, Goossen's company has successfully sold over 500 TireGrabber’s in the past six years.

The positive reception and continued demand highlight the widespread issue of tire handling safety in agriculture.

The TireGrabber features three synchronized arms that ensure the tire is perfectly centered during handling, pivoting on a three-inch solid shaft made of high tensile steel.

It boasts an engineered load rating of 4,000 lbs, capable of lifting wheels with additional weights, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

The success of these tools underscores the ongoing need for safety improvements in agricultural practices.

Goossen expanded his product line to include a sprayer jack, another tool aimed at enhancing safety. This device facilitates the lifting of sprayers and has already seen substantial success with over 200 units sold.

At every trade show Goosen attends, he encounters numerous accounts of accidents and near misses related to tire handling, further proving the value of innovations in promoting safer farming environments.

As farm safety continues to be a critical concern, tools like the TireGrabber play an essential role in preventing injuries and enhancing overall farm productivity.

Watch the below video for an up-close look at the TireGrabber.

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Plant breeding has long been shaped by snapshots. A walk through a plot. A single set of notes. A yield check at the end of the season. But crops do not grow in moments. They change every day.

In this conversation, Gary Nijak of AerialPLOT explains how continuous crop modeling is changing the way breeders see, measure, and select plants by capturing growth, stress, and recovery across the entire season, not just at isolated points in time.

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This conversation explores:

• What continuous crop modeling is and how it works

• Why traditional field observations fall short over a full growing season

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• What “digital twins” of plots mean for selection and performance

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