Best Heavy Duty Truck Tires

Fifteen minutes after breaking down, I was on my way again. One of the things I really like about living here in Liguria, Italy , is having lots of water features near my garden. I lived in Las Vegas for 15 years before moving here, and I still get a...

There was a narrow alley for it to fall without damaging other trees, a stack of firewood or a near by garden shed. Two large trees needed to come down. However, around the house and paths, I prefer taking a tree rather than have it take me as I walk...

But it's when you go off road that a farm truck can really excel. As long as it's reliable and ready to handle all your tasks, you'll soon find it to be an integral and irreplaceable part of your farming operations.

When testing it against my pen-style gauge, there was a difference of at least 2 psi. While I've always used the information on the side of the tire, Michelin says to follow the car maker's recommendation.

Using an old tire for your flowers is a great way to change things up. Tags container gardening If you've decided that you definitely want to plant a container garden in an old tire, try these tips: Keep it from contaminating the soil underneath it by...

Farmers are pleased with Senate's amendment to exempt farm trucks from bill S.1813, allowing flexibility with state-border regulations, and await House approval. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), has been supported by a number of agriculture organizations, including...

Here are a few cover crops that can do double-duty, enriching your soil while putting food and herbs in your kitchen. Once the radish is grown, it can be harvested and eaten. Watch Out! If harvested when too old, daikon radishes can be woody and bitter.

When choosing a farm truck for towing, truck size, engine type and transmission as well as various accessories can make all the difference. Lynn Friedman/Flickr Towing Packages If possible, get a truck with a towing package.

Liz's logs might be part of the answer. That's the great thing about getting an idea. One of my concerns has been how I can work with long pieces of wood or iron rod. I think it will work.

There were 2 maple trees too close together flanking the sidewalk and nothing else. I generally make mine 8-10 sheets thick, overlapping at least 2 inches to prevent the grass or weeds underneath from growing through the layers.

The event brought in more than 50 veterans from across the country to participate in workshops and panels covering every aspect of farm ownership, from an introduction to accounting software to sessions on farm labor and the USDA Risk Management Agency's...

I always knew that spring cleaning was a special kind of therapy! Below is the recipe for one of my favorite all-purpose cleaners that use sweet orange essential oil. I couldn't tell you exactly what it is, but there's something about that special breeze...

So we went to our local co-op. That led to major milk production declines and other health issues. DIY Pelleted Feed It is 100-percent possible to buy raw grains to mix into a feed blend, but we prefer to provide pelleted food.

“Oftentimes when a bull goes into a breeding season, it may go off feed. Tags body condition score , calves , cattle , cows , fertility For beef cattle, a body-condition score of 6 is ideal for a breeding bull, which is described by the University of...

But there's another option and it's awesome. It's the festive album for those who are tired of the same old songs. The album features goats singing (OK, not quite singing, but you get the idea) traditional Christmas songs, such as “Holy Night,” “Jingle...

Cut the stakes to the approximate height of the plant, plus 4 inches.Once the stalks break through and flowers begin sprouting in spring, carefully insert the stake about 4 inches into the potting soil or ground (about an inch from the stem), slowly easing...

Perhaps your barn is cleared and ready for your new arrival, but maybe you've put off your purchase because of your lack of space. Get more farm-equipment buying tips from HobbyFarms.com: UTV Buyer's Guide Tractor Buyer's Guide Rough Cut Mowers 13 Tractor...

Do so by gradually removing tires, harvesting as you go. Although gardeners can use buckets, bags or planters, containers made from old tires are a novel and inexpensive way to create an easy-to-care-for potato patch.

Otherwise, you're going to be fixing that tube constantly. Keeping your old tractor in service isn't as easy as running to the dealership. They might also be able to help you find the tire if it is truly rare and even they don't have any in stock.

I had a lunch date with some gardening friends last week, and as it tends to do with this group, the conversation eventually turned to compost . That being said, I have never heard of municipally produced compost harming a garden when used appropriately.

Soon stems form and then starry clusters of flowers. Sedum plants come back in spring and begin as ground hugging rosettes. Rich and soggy soils will cause the stems to bend and you will see your sedums falling over.

It's often used to relax the muscles of a hiatal hernia , and it is specific in the case of fever. It's a treat grown specifically for the family cat. Catnip is a plant that we work hard to grow in other areas of the farm.

The fabric bags also keep plants from becoming “pot bound” and circling around inside the pot. Love mint but tired of it taking over the garden? For me, this has proved problematic because these pots don't drain and the soil becomes waterlogged in...

Enjoy this time to relax, stretch and unwind from your time in the garden. Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani) Rachael Dupree For this final resting pose, start with your bottom against a wall or tree, and then lay back, sending your legs straight up.

Several types of bees in the hive play separate roles. The queen does leave the hive, only once, sometimes twice, in her life. They also guard the entrance to the hive. What do the bees do all day?

A larger, heavier machine with superior traction might be required for these tough conditions, so if your lawn mower or ATV/UTV is on the small and light side, you might be better off with a plow truck.

A crate can also be loaded in the bed of the truck, but it should be pulled up close behind the cab and secured with tie-downs. Sheep must be wearing USDA-approved scrapie ear tags, or if they're micro-chipped, you must have your own micro-chip reader...