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What would we do without our all-purpose ATVs and UTVs? From grinding up tree branches and shredding leaves into tiny pieces, leaf shredders and wood chippers not only reduce the size of waste piles, they also transform them into material that can be...

He runs soil tests before planting seeds to find out if the soil needs any nutrients added to it before planting. When the entire field has been baled, it is necessary to go back with a bale spear and pick up the bales, load the bales onto wagons or trailers,...

Run the engine until it's warm. These older models are readily available, relatively inexpensive, and ideal for small haying operations. It should run smoothly while idling and at full throttle.

“It helps to know the number of acres and how often and how hard the equipment will be used. Not enough power, combined with not enough mass and braking power when heading up a slope, can result in the tractor stalling out and being pulled back down...

Tractors with live power take-off features, the tractor attachments can be operated even when the tractor is sitting still, which provides the farmer with more versatility than the standard power take-off feature.Some tractors are good for certain types...

The plants are cut then allowed to dry in the sun, producing a stiff, dead plant material that is easy to gather for baling machines. Hay bales are also often used to anchor a nativity scene at Christmas.

When you think “maintenance,” you probably think of changing the oil in your tractor, replacing the spark plugs in your lawn mower, stocking up on fuel for your chainsaw, and other similar tasks, all of which are important steps to take.

Get the right size tractor with the correct horsepower for the job. Horsepower: approximately 25 to 65 This article originally appeared in the January/February 2017 issue of Hobby Farms.

Hitches In order for a tractor to be used with other equipment, it has to have at least one type of attachment hitch. Hydraulics Hydraulic power is also common and can be used several ways.

From plowing and mowing fields to cutting and baling hay, tractors can do pretty much any farm-related task that you need them to. The tractor's hydraulics system allows these implements to be raised or lowered as necessary, useful for attachments such...

I don't, however, have the best growing conditions for Japanese morning glories. Fortunately, we gardeners tend to have a weakness for difficult plants! I use the term Japanese morning glory somewhat loosely to refer to exotic varieties, usually Ipomoea...

Before heading out to your local dealership, it's a good idea to know your basic options and which would best suit your farm. You want to make sure you're really comfortable with the machine, and that it is going to work on your operation.” She also...

Tractors only really ever depreciate in value, whereas a horse can be bred and produce a foal every year. Also read t his helpful interview with Stephen Decater from Live Power Community Farm.

Use common sense. No farming pursuit is worth someone having a heat-related issue, so be careful, use good judgment—and bale on cooler days if possible. Whether you enlist the help of your family and friends or hire helpers as necessary, you'll appreciate...

What Will It Do? The big difference with a walk-behind is that it is smaller, only has a single axle, has a set of handlebars rather than a steering wheel, and, obviously, you walk behind it rather than ride atop it.