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Reclaimed Barnwood: 5 Uses For Salvaged Materials

Equipment | Homesteading |
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Old barns are beautiful, but sometimes they have to come down. Here are five ways to use reclaimed barnwood when a structure is demolished.

Learn to Identify Animal Tracks on Your Farm

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You can't keep secrets in fresh snow. Keep track of your local wildlife this winter by examining footprints in snow—you might just put the info to good use.

Get to Know Tractor Attachments for Snow Removal

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Attachments designed for snow removal can make a significant difference in how a farmer experiences the winter and all that comes with it.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid: What You Need to Know

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Diesel exhaust fluid, or DEF, has added a new layer of complexity to modern diesel engines. For farmers using diesel tractors, follow these tips.

6 Tips on Barn Ventilation to Protect Livestock in Winter

Animals | Equipment | Large Animals |
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Winter is not the time to latch the barn closed. Instead, follow these tips to increase indoor ventilation for the health of the animals inside.

4 Sharpening Tools For Blades Around The Farm

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Tools such as axes, chisels, mowers and pruning loppers work hard, and that means they become dull. These items help restore the sharp edge.

Why You Need a Sander & How to Choose the Right One

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If you have a DIY ethos and like woodworking and construction, a sander is a great machine to have in your tool shed. Here's what to consider.

Prepare for Winter by Stockpiling Flashlights

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Winter is coming, which means short days and long nights. Keep your farm chores moving after dark with the right types and number of flashlights.

4 Ways Autumn Weather Helps Northern Farmers

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Numerous cool-weather conditions make this time of year ideal for northern farmers to get outdoors for autumn-time projects.

Make Your Apple Harvest Easier & Fun: Have a Hayride

Crops & Gardening | Equipment |
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This fall, put your hay wagon to good use and invite friends and family to participate in a fun (and surprisingly practical) apple harvest hayride.

Tree Removal: It Pays to DIY—Until It Doesn’t

Equipment | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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A DIY attitude can carry hobby farmers a long way, but for projects such as tree removal, hiring a professional can save a lot of time and effort.

A Hay Moisture Tester Helps In Baling & Storage

Crops & Gardening | Equipment |
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A portable hay moisture tester can help if you bale your own hay. It accurately measures moisture content and temperature, which can be crucial.

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