Becknology Days offered a little something for everyone

(Left) A John Deere on tracks with 120-foot spraying boom. (Right) Families loved seeing the large and expensive equipment used by many of today’s farmers. (Reporter photos)

Last Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Beck’s Superior Hybrids held its annual Becknology Days at the plant near Atlanta.

Several pieces of equipment were available as rewards. Of course, Case equipment was displayed as well.

The Remnant Trust had a display of historical documents relating to the founding of the country and ancient copies of the Bible. American Revolution-era reenactors were also present to display historical artifacts.

One of the period actors was at The Remnant Trust display. Here he holds the book Letters from a Farmer, in Pennsylvania, to the Inhabitants of the British Colonies, written by John Dickinson in 1774. (Photo provided by Liz Taylor, The Remnant Trust)

 

An owl visited Becknology Days. (Photo provided by Liz Taylor, The Remnant Trust)

Coffee and donuts were available in the morning. Thousands of ice cream cones were passed out during the heat of the day. Lunch was served to several thousands of customers.

Participants had activities available for children, including basketball, facepainting, creating their own T-shirt design. Pictures were available and the country store was open.

Presidential candidate and former Congressman, Indiana Governor, and Vice President Mike Pence spoke to a receptive crowd.

People came from Iowa, North Dakota, Minnesota, Illinois, Ohio, and Kentucky, along with numerous Hoosiers.

Beck’s President Scott Beck presented in this large, air-conditioned tent. (Reporter photo)