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8 Fun & Easy Farm Projects To Tackle This Year

Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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Running a farm, even as a hobby farmer, is a lot of work, but that doesn’t mean there’s never time to tackle projects just for fun. Here are eight ideas to keep in mind.

We Tried 3 Indoor Smart Gardens. Here Are The Results.

Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Indoor smart gardens grow herbs and veggies year-round right in your home. We tried out these three models, so read on to see what we found.

Do You Need A 2WD Or 4WD Tractor?

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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4WD and 2WD tractors both have upsides. Let’s compare their pros and cons to figure out which type you need on your farm.

Should You Buy Or Build A Farm Toolshed?

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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A toolshed is pretty much a requirement on any farm. The question is, should you build a toolshed yourself or purchase one? There are pros and cons to each option.

Hot & Cold Frames Extend Seasons, Boost Productivity

Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Based on your needs and growing conditions, simple hot and cold frames can be handy season extenders to add to the garden.

Check Out This Super Deluxe Texas Chicken Coop!

Animals | Chicken Coops & Housing | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Flock Talk | Poultry |
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Deep in the heart of Texas, you'll find the DIY Doolens and their deluxe, hand-built chicken coop, complete with runs, gardens and more!

Does Your Tractor Really Need A Front-End Loader?

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Most people think a farmer needs a front-end loader on the tractor, but the attachment may not be critical at all. Before buying, consider the following.

Coming Soon To A Field Near You: An Autonomous Tractor

Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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The John Deere autonomous tractor is a self-driving diesel tractor that can work 324 acres of soil in a 24-hour period, and you never even have to set foot in the cab.

Plan Now To Clean Up Fallen Trees From Winter Storms

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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A winter storm caused two dozen fallen trees on my northern Wisconsin farm. But careful planning will help me clean up the mess efficiently in the spring.

Farm Storehouse: 8 Products To Help Your Farm This Winter

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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These farm storehouse products—from an ice melter to a roof rake to a multimeter and more—are designed to make your farm life work better!

I’m Excited To Try This New Tool For Grafting Trees

Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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Grafting apple trees has always been a skill I’d like to learn. Thanks to a new collection of grafting tools and supplies, I'm ready to give it a go.

Determine Your Land’s Fall With A Laser Level (Video)

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Video |
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Fields that look level can sometimes have a significant fall, so use a laser level to determine your best path when managing how water drains on your land.

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