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Tractor Won’t Start? It Might Be Your Battery Terminals

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If your tractor refuses to start, check the battery—the battery terminals and/or battery cables might be worn out or corroded.

A Lawn Aerator Can Help You Keep A Healthy Yard

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If you have yard space on your hobby farm, you likely want to keep your grass healthy and attractive. A lawn aerator can help keep soil growing good grass.

How To Mark Hay Bales From Different Fields & Cuttings

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All hay is not equal, and it's important to know what hay comes from where and when. Here are some ways to mark your hay bales for easy identification.

Discovered Daylilies Are A Reminder Of Farming Joys

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A farmer spreading grass clippings in the woods was surprised to find an undiscovered patch of daylilies struggling to reach the sunlight.

Brush Up On Your Lingo With These Tractor Terms

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If you’re shopping for a new tractor, this glossary of tractor-related terms will get you up to speed on all the terms.

Calculating Baling Twine Needs For Hay Season

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Calculating the amount of baling twine you'll need during hay season isn't hard, but it does require a little high school algebra.

Digging A Posthole For Fencing That Stands The Test

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No matter your fencing purposes, you want your posts to stand up to time and conditions. These posthole digging tips will help you set posts right.

Get Ready For Hay Season With A Mid-Summer Checklist

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Baling during hay season is a big job, and it’s important to have everything prepared and ready to roll when the first three-day sunny stretch strikes.

5 Reasons Why You Need A Farm Radio

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While many people prefer to stream their audio content, a farm radio is hard to beat when it comes to providing an endless stream of hands-off entertainment.

A History Of Tractors & What’s To Come

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Tractors have come a long way since early steam-powered models. And the machines' history can help us determine our own farming needs.

5 Ways To Counterbalance Your Tractor

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It’s not every day you hear a farmer say “I wish [fill in the blank] was heavier,” but a few extra pounds can help counterbalance a tractor.

Tractor Safety: Careful How Much You Try to Lift

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Today's tractors are incredibly versatile, but they do have their limits. And staying safe on your tractor involves knowing how much it can actually lift.

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