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Not only is the design perfect for haying, it also makes the wagon more ideal for other projects, including one of my favorites— cutting down invading trees and hauling away the debris.

It was to be my husband Ken's birthday present that year, so he didn't know I was going trailer shopping—instead of to work—when I left the house that morning. For example, he says you should think about your payload and the conditions you will be...

If you've used lawn mower carts in the past, share your experiences and insights on their advantages and disadvantages. They are perfect for transporting small amounts of common supplies—hay bales, water jugs, garden soil, manure, tools and equipment...

A chainsaw milling attachment, a personal weather station and a body roller for sore muscles are among items our editors found. So have a look at the things we found that can help your farm run better or keep you and your animals safer.

During the peak of the weather system, a particularly large storm with high winds rolled through, and while it missed my farm for the most part, it did leave behind a few calling cards.

We quickly acquired livestock and trying our hands at gardening. Get the saw and the drill. Shutterstock Before we bought our indispensable pickup, we bought an old Chevy Blazer. Depending on the attachments you have, they can do any number of tasks:...

The right kind of tires will perform and will last longer.” Cole says to replace tires every three to five years regardless of mileage, and always carry two spare tires. Check lights on the trailer brakes and turn signals, as well as the running and...

According to Scythe Supply—one of America's leading authorities on European-style scythes—you can easily scythe enough grass over the summer to put up hay for eight to 10 goats.

Meanwhile, I'm reminded of the importance of incidental conversations at trade shows and elsewhere. You never know when you'll learn something that will save you money or make you money down the road.

Expected Price: Backhoes are one of the most expensive tractor attachments; they start in the low thousands of dollars. Different models use either foot action or hand action to activate a lever inside the transplanter, which allows the plant to drop...

Step 4 Apply a liquid de-glosser. Step 1 Remove all doors, drawers and hardware, and set up a sanding/painting station in your shop, garage or barn. It was costly, but absolutely worth the price, as it was easy to work with.

The classified site has a section dedicated to farm and garden supplies, and I start there when looking for anything. Before I go further, please know that craigslist and outlets like it can't earn anyone's wholehearted endorsement—there are too many...

It took fuss—too much fuss. We typically introduce the trailer a few weeks before the scheduled slaughter date and, as we deliver our litters in batches of two or three, reinstall the trailer upon return from the processor.

When it comes to building new fences, ATVs are even more useful. Depending on the individual fencing project, you may discover many more ways that ATVs can ease and speed up the process—an ATV with a three-point hitch could help pull a damaged fence...

A new set of hydraulic cylinders for my ATV-mounted loader showed up on my doorstep today. Submit your comments and questions. Switching cylinders will be a great time to check my hoses for wear points and abrasions.

Honda's newest side-by-side UTV is small enough for your farm but durable enough to take on all your farm throws at it. Take a peek at the photos from my test ride below. The expense of a new tractor , UTV or ATV can weigh heavily on our already tight...

Press the object firmly enough to drag it through the top layer of paint, but leaving the lower layer. Cleanliness of the surface is the most important, and some practice may be necessary to achieve some of the more elaborate looks.A telephone call to...

Before we devour our Thanksgiving bounty, even before we ask a blessing on the food, we go around the table and list at least five things for which we are thankful. The gratitude doesn't have to be flashy or grand, just sincere.

Even when applied correctly, technology-licensing is objectionable, Fantle says. Dow wants regulations lifted for its herbicide-tolerant corn, but sustainable-ag organizations say the product threatens agricultural traditions and personal and environmental...

Repairing stress points immediately after they occur will keep your trailer safe, prolong its life and protect your investment. However, they're more expensive to own and because aluminum is a soft metal, it can flex when heavily loaded, sometimes causing...

Livestock carriers, like goat totes, are perfect for hauling livestock in a truck. (Buy old blankets for cheap at a yard sale or thrift store.) If you load the crate in the back of your van, be sure to spread a tarp on the floor to catch spills.

You don't need fancy equipment to lift heavy objects around the farm—a simple piece of wood will do. Two perfect examples are tree stumps and large rocks—they're very heavy and often oddly shaped, presenting a challenge when it comes to moving them...

Due to all of the rain, water had seeped in between the concrete and the post, and the mud was holding the post in place with suction like a vacuum. Over the years, it's become a bit of an art form; with the right equipment on hand, some posts can be...

Give your garden a mid-season face lift with these tips that clean up their appearance and encourage new growth. I always deadhead perennials that can re-seed aggressively, such as butterfly bush and feverfew.

With trailing African violets, on the other hand, you want to encourage suckers to form multiple crowns for aIf you look closely at a trailer, you'll often see small suckers forming along the stem.

Trailing African violets aren't any trickier to grow than their single-crowned counterparts, but grooming them can be a challenge. In a show plant, the trailing branches may spread across the surface of the soil and root themselves as they go along, but...

Photo courtesy iStockphoto/Thinkstock A new California bill will add more transparency to oil companies that frack. Requirements in checking the integrity of wells will also change.