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A Guide To Getting The Right Log Splitter For Your Farm

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It's time to get ready to stay warm during the winter. Find the right log splitter for you and make cutting up logs for your fire or wood-burning stove easier this season.

Pros & Cons Of Manual Vs. Gas-Powered Post Drivers

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There are two main types of standalone post drivers on the market: manual drivers and gas-powered models. Both designs are useful for different purposes.

Water Dowsing Works (Even If We Don’t Know Why)

Equipment | Farm Management |
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Dowsing is a centuries-old practice of finding water that—even without the support of much scientific evidence—flourishes even today.

Does Your Lawn Mower Need New Blades?

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While it would be nice if lawn mower blades stayed sharp for years, requiring little or no maintenance, this outcome is unlikely for hardworking machines.

Video: Sharpening And Maintaining A Reel Lawn Mower

Equipment | Urban Farming |
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An old-fashioned reel lawn mower may not require gasoline, but it does need semi-regular maintenance to perform at its peak.

A Wagon Full of Tools Can Save You Time On Farm Tasks

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Not every tool fits inside a handy toolbox, which is why one farmer has taken the next step and stocked an entire wagon full of useful tools.

5 Tips & Tricks For Dealing With Brush & Tree Debris

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A tree can produce a ton of brush and debris over the course of a year. These tips and tricks will help you tackle cleanup smoothly, safely and effectively.

Video: Tips For Tractor Preventative Maintenance

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A few quick points of preventative maintenance can help you avoid bigger problems down the road and keep your tractor in working order.

Equipment Rental Has Advantages For Hobby Farmers

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Equipment rental has numerous benefits for hobby farmers, from cost advantages to maintenance considerations and more.

Emergency Preparedness Is Vital To Off-Grid Living

Equipment | Farm Management | Homesteading | Uncategorized |
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In a disaster, especially living off-grid, emergency preparedness is the key to staying safe. The following equipment can help during the unexpected.

Check Your Soil Drainage Before Planting Fruit Trees

Crops & Gardening | Equipment |
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Well-drained soil is important when planting fruit trees. And if your preferred location doesn’t drain well enough, you could be in for a challenge.

Pointers For Keeping Your Farm Safe From Fire

Animals | Equipment | Farm Management |
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When it's hot and dry, fire on the farm is a real concern. Brush up on fire prevention to keep flames away, both in the barn and outside.

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