Build a Simple Fence to Protect Fruit Trees From DeerSeptember 18, 2018
Deer are a pretty big issue on my Wisconsin farm, so when I started a new orchard, I knew I’d need to protect the 10 young trees I planted. Here’s the fence I chose.
Water Your Orchards Effectively With a 35-Gallon Leg TankSeptember 11, 2018
If your orchard is not near a hose or irrigation system, an inexpensive, gravity-fed leg tank on a wagon gets the trees the water they need.
Use a GPS to Outline Farming ProjectsSeptember 4, 2018
Technology can do a lot for us these days, and that includes agriculture. So why not put a GPS to use for projects on your farm?
Why Every Farmer Should Keep Drawers of Spare PartsAugust 28, 2018
Keeping an organized collection of general spare parts such as nuts, bolts and washers can save you time and trips to the hardware store.
Why Every Hobby Farmer Needs a Farm TruckAugust 21, 2018
A farm truck doesn’t have to be a truck, but any automobile you use in a wide variety of ways to help with farm tasks.
Run Your Tractor at Full Throttle? Ask the TortoiseAugust 14, 2018
For some tasks, such as heavy mowing or plowing, full throttle is necessary, but for many others, less throttle saves fuel and also creates less noise.
Water Containers: Is Square Better Than Rectangular?August 8, 2018
It depends. Consider how you’ll use them to transport water on your farm, and you might end up purchasing both types. The differences can be significant.
Prune Apple Trees for Easier Orchard MowingJuly 31, 2018
An orchard full of mature apple trees is quite pleasant, but low-hanging branches can complicate or prevent mowing. A little pruning can make a big difference.
4 Tips for Safe & Efficient Hay BalingJuly 24, 2018
Baling hay is a satisfying and worthwhile effort, but it’s challenging. Follow these tips to help hay baling days go as smoothly as possible.
Still in Use: A Hay Rake So Old It Can Be Horse-DrawnJuly 17, 2018
This John Deere 594 could be 75 years old but it still serves admirably thanks to simple design, ease of use and the fact that it just plain works.
