Farm Equipment

4 Ways to Use Your Broadfork in Farm Work

January 18, 2018

The broadfork has many uses on a farm, but the use depends on the type of broadfork you have. Here are beneficial uses and the best variety for each one.

5 Jobs on Your Farm Perfect for Zip Ties

January 16, 2018

Zip ties come in various lengths and have a design that makes them versatile and as permanent as you want them to be, in terms of grip.

Why You Need Locking Pliers in Your Toolbox

January 9, 2018

A simple pair of locking pliers is a crucial, versatile tool for any hobby farmer. They’re useful for so many different tasks and projects.

Here Are My Farming New Year’s Resolutions for 2018

January 2, 2018

Now that 2018 is officially under way, I’m ready to share my list of farming-related new year’s resolutions, which might help you come up with some too.

Snow Blower, Snow Plow or Both: Which Do You Need?

December 26, 2017

Expecting a lot of snowfall this winter? A snow blower, a snow plow (or both) can help keep your farm operational during snow season. But which do you need?

5 Ideas for Holiday Gifts for Farmers

December 12, 2017

What kind of Christmas gifts should you give the hobby farmers in your life? That’s a question that’s easy—yet also difficult—to answer.

4 Ways To Prepare Your Farm Tools & Equipment For Winter

December 5, 2017

As winter approaches, it’s time for hobby farmers to prepare their equipment and tools for cold weather. Here a simple to-do list to help you get started.

Why I’m Thankful For The Three-Point Hitch

November 28, 2017

Although using a three-point hitch can be frustrating, farmers everywhere should be thankful for the advantages offered by this standardized feature.

5 (More) Farm Tools That I’m Thankful For

November 21, 2017

Thanksgiving Day iapproaches, and hobby farmers everywhere have plenty to be thankful for, including their tools and farm equipment.

Farm Discoveries: Musings On A Vintage Cattle Water Dispenser

November 7, 2017

I discovered of a rusty old object on a rock pile, and it turns out to be a discarded automatic cattle water dispenser. It’s rusty, but it still works.