Double Header Reduces Field Passes

Double Header Reduces Field Passes The family-owned agricultural equipment manufacturer, Bish Enterprises of Nebraska, is offering grain farmers something out of the ordinary during their harvest season: double the efficiency benefits from their combine header. The Bish Dual-Bed Pickup Header is the only dual-bed pickup header available in North America. This unique header harvests two windrows simultaneously, rather than just one, which reduces the number of passes needed and lowers fuel, labor and machine wear. It’s designed to work with various crops, including cereals, pulses, legumes, grass seeds and oilseeds, and fits several major combine brands and models. “Our goal is to help farmers make every pass through the field count,” says company COO Andrew Bish. “We understand that resources are stretched thin, and we designed the Dual-Bed Pickup Header to offer a simple yet effective solution that enhances and improves without complicating the process.” The double header features an advanced floating suspension system that adapts to uneven ground, is designed to reduce seed loss, and combines cylinder loading to lower threshing losses in low-biomass crops. The unit is easily adaptable, with simple tension and clearance adjustments and multiple down-pressure settings. “There are real-world savings,” Bish says. “Producers immediately benefit from reduced field passes, which means lower fuel and labor costs, less soil compaction, and increased long-term ROI. The header minimizes seed loss and increases combine efficiency across multiple crops, from turf grasses to soybeans and canola. Its design reduces downtime and simplifies adjustments, allowing farmers to harvest faster, more cleanly, with less field loss, and at lower operating cost per acre.” The innovative header is available with independent 12-ft. or 15-ft. pickup beds and can be customized to widths of up to 60 ft., making it highly versatile. Unlike brand-specific headers, it uses widely available components that farmers can source locally, ensuring easy maintenance. The Dual-Bed Pickup Header is manufactured in Nebraska using American-made steel and as many domestically sourced parts as possible. It’s distributed across North America through its dealer network and direct sales. Cost varies depending on size and customization. Standard models typically range from $55,000 to $120,000, with larger custom builds at the higher end. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Bish Enterprises, 508 S. D Rd., Giltner, Neb. 68841 (ph 833-856-1110; sales@bishcom.com; www.bishenterprise.com).

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