HUSA Aug 26 2026 – Austin Waukenan

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• Interview Details: The conversation is a recorded interview involving Hale Broadcasting and an individual named Austin Waukenan from Brady, Montana. Austin works at the Collins Grand Elevator, operated by Mountain View Co-op.

• Current Harvest Situation: Harvest operations are ongoing in the Dutton-Brady area. The elevator is nearing full capacity, necessitating the transfer of grains using Mountain View trucks to make space for spring wheat.

• Grain Types and Storage: The grain involved is dark northern spring wheat, and low protein spring wheat similar to winter wheat is stored in outdoor piles. Each pile can hold up to 2 million bushels. These piles are covered with tarps to protect them from weather.

• Tarp Securing Method: The tarps are anchored using 2x4s and secured with eight-inch lag bolts to withstand wind conditions typical of the area. The setup includes cutting and rolling the tarp for additional security.