Neighbors gather as the behemoth slowly emerges from the shed. The earth shakes
and gravel crunches under steel wheels as it rolls into position. Shocks of oats stand
mutely in the field unable to move as they await their fate.

The belts tighten, bearings and sprockets start to spin faster and faster as the machine
roars to life. Bundles of oats are delivered heads up, and then devoured by the gathering teeth!

The straw pile grows as oats are bagged and bound. Tables are overloaded with food
and second helpings of pie and ice cream are encouraged – “ Thrashing” season has arrived!