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Dryshod’s Evalusion Cuff for Every Task on the Hobby Farm

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There’s a moment every gardener, farmer, or homesteader knows well: stepping out early in the morning, dew on the grass, a full day of chores ahead. You need a boot that’s ready for anything—watering seedlings, checking the coop, hauling hay, or even a quick run into town for seed trays or feed. For those everyday […]

Types of Hammers: A Farm-Friendly Guide to 6 Essential Styles

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Whether you're building, demolishing, or doing fine-tuned mechanical work, there's a hammer designed for the task.

Tractor Size Categories: Compact, Subcompact & Utility Compared

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Compact, subcompact and utility are three similar but distinctly different tractor categories. Let's explore the definitions and advantages of each.

Hay Baler Comparison: Square vs. Round for Small Farms

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Think about the size of your operation, your storage capabilities and your animals before choosing a hay baler.

Pneumatic Tires vs. Solid Tires: Pros and Cons

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While pneumatic tires are widespread, farmers may prefer “flat-free” solid tires in certain situations.

How to Check Oil Levels in Farm Machinery

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Accurately checking the oil level of an engine requires a few preliminary steps to ensure you don’t take an incorrect reading.

Tire Pressure: How to Check and Maintain It On the Farm

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Maintaining the correct tire pressure in your farm vehicle tires is crucial for safety, performance and equipment longevity.

5 Tips for How to Choose Tires For Your Tractor

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Selecting the perfect tractor tires requires a careful analysis of your needs.

Turning Challenges Into Change: How One Rancher Uses Goats and Virtual Fencing to Restore California Land

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In Santa Barbara County, California, land management isn’t easy. The terrain is steep, and while fire risk is already high, fast-spreading invasive plants are making the problem worse by fueling fast-growing underbrush. Many parts of the landscape are too rugged for traditional fencing or livestock rotation, leaving valuable acreage underused and vulnerable. One local rancher […]

Rakes: Garden, Lawn or Specialty?

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Whether You’re Breaking Up Soil, Removing Rocks Or Piling Up Leaves, Selecting The Proper Rake Will Help You Finish The Task More Efficiently.

Bend Sheet Metal With Common Tools

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If You've Got Scrap Sheet Metal Around, You Can Put It To Use In Projects To Save Material Costs. Here's A Cool Trick For Bending Thin-Gauge Sheet Metal Without Needing A Brake

Tractor Horsepower: How Much Do You Need?

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Powerful tractors come with big price tags, but not every farmer needs the maximum level of power. Learn what level of horsepower is right for your needs.

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