Farm Tools

I am looking for a seed spreader for spreading grasss and clover seed that attachs to an ATV. I would like a seed spreader that attachs to an ATV or Tractor Three Point Hitch. Must be in good working order with a calibration for accurate seed spreading.

A perfect example is a plastic snow shovel , designed with a large, wide scoop for quickly shoveling snow out of the way. Consider as an example the words spade and shovel . Understanding the deepest nuances of such a language can be a challenge in and...

To be honest, it will wear off long before the saw is ready to be replaced, so this isn't the best gauge of when to purchase a replacement. The Handle Is Coming Loose I once had a hand saw that served me well up until the screws that held the handle to...

We're all familiar with young trees that try to grow in places where they will either be a nuisance or where they will never have a reasonable chance of surviving and thriving. Make sure you have the right tools on hand for this enjoyable and productive...

Here are five reasons why everyone needs a staple gun. Part of the fun of being a farmer (at least if you're like me) is having a logical excuse—er, reason—to own lots of tools.

I have yet to install the tools. I secured 24-inch-long, 3/4- by 1-inch pieces of trim from a recent oak-flooring installation as bumpers to the ends of the four panels. Not securing the panels would also allow me to more easily remove them if desired.

While many anvils are European made, some like JHM Manufacturing in Peaster, Texas, are still made in the U.S. While most anvils share many common features, they often have unique design variations that fit one purpose more than another.

Choosing among the many sprayer options can be confounding, and an ever-expanding offering of sprayer types, sizes and component parts is making selection more complicated every year.

I'll start my list rolling with my pruning loppers , which receive an incredible amount of use each year. From baling hay and plowing fields to moving manure and carrying supplies, the amount of time and effort that tractors save us can hardly even be...

This protection actually serves two purposes if you're working in the shade or on the edge of a forest during the summer months: This is where mosquitoes and other annoying bugs tend to lurk, and a long-sleeved shirt can help keep you from getting bitten.

That said, I have a building permit for a small cabin this spring. A reader recently responded to a July blog post that talked about buying tools locally where you could get service.

As an example, I recently got creative with an apple picker. I'm a firm believer that some farm tools can (and should) be used for more than their intended purposes. I've been known to use an old hand saw for scraping away leaf debris when working in...

If it has been on the farm for this long, I might as well put it to use. Turns out it's a measuring wheel—and I might just put it to use. I think it's a rule that old farms come fully equipped with their own puzzling agricultural artifacts—tools and...

In other words, wire cutters and bolt cutters are versatile tools that all hobby farmers should have in their tool sheds. Bolt cutters and wire cutters are essential for any hobby farmer and can help you in many situations.

After all, it's the sharpest saw on the bench, and it does handle nicely! << More Shop Talk >> Tags Jim Ruen , tool , tools Mark Harrell, owner of Bad Axe Tools and saw maker extraordinaire, handed it to me and set up a wood scrap so I could try cutting...

<< More Shop Talk >> Tags chainsaw safety , chainsaws I always do my best to prepare the way for safe felling. The other day, I was reminded that the best of preparations can go for naught.

Some small aerators are designed to be pushed by hand, while others are designed to be towed behind a lawn tractor. Clay soils can become compacted in other ways by the use of spike aerators, so a plug aerator is the better option, but for lighter soils...

Within three years, Allis-Chalmers marketed more than 23,000 Roto-Balers. In 1940, Leubben sold his rights to Allis-Chalmers, who redeveloped his early concept and in 1947, released their own Roto-Baler.

If you need to hold two items together while working on a project (perhaps two thin pieces of wood), clamping them together with the locking pliers can work quite well. But somewhat to my surprise, looking back, I see that these references have been brief,...

No switches or triggers to disengage. So far I've only cut some rebar with it, but I am more than confident this is a tool that will become a favorite and very well used. I especially liked comments from professional welders and metal workers who preferred...

When you think about winter, what comes to mind? Thinking of the coldest season might bring to mind thoughts on snow, crackling fireplaces, hot chocolate, the holidays … and ice, particularly removing ice from inconvenient places around the farm.

Maintain a Steady Speed When transporting heavy loads, you'll find that maintaining a steady speed helps, particularly if you're pulling the sled behind an ATV, UTV or a truck. Just make sure it's not on course to crash into anything at the bottom.

First and foremost, they're a must-have tool when replacing fence posts . (Just be sure to wear safety goggles when using a digging bar in these ways, as you never know when a piece of concrete or ice might chip off and fly toward you.) Paperweight I'll...

At long last, spring is coming! Because many farming activities shut down during the winter, it's always exciting when spring thaw arrives and snow starts melting—you know that your favorite farming projects are just around the corner! Unfortunately,...

Unfortunately, one of the tires on my yard cart went irreparably flat last year, and while this isn't a huge issue when moving a hay bale or two, when transporting heavier loads, having a flat tire is a nuisance.

Happy new year, everyone! Although 2017 was a very memorable year, now that it's officially in the rearview mirror, I'm excited to look ahead to 2018. The start of a new year, fresh with opportunity and potential, is a great time to make plans for the...

“Our experience has been that zero-turn mowers are preferred by less-experienced tractor operators,” Warren says. (Zero-turn speeds top out around 8 mph.) Deck sizes start at 34 inches and go as high as 66 inches; engine power also varies by model,...