Farm work is hard on the hands, there is no doubt about that. It’s not just the heavy lifting, or the work with machinery, but also the weather. Cold temperatures can play havoc with exposed skin, and you may find your hands becoming chapped and sore. A good pair of gloves will keep your hands … Read more
Farm work can be tough on clothes. It’s not just the hard grafting, but also the possibilities of getting covered in mud and being out in all weathers that can ruin a good going out outfit! When you’re on the farm, it’s best to wear work pants or overalls, to keep you warm and dry. … Read more
Feet are a very important part of the body – but also a somewhat neglected part. Without your feet you would no longer be able to walk around, climb hills and drive tractors – just a few of the things you do on a farm. Because feet are so important, you need to look after … Read more
There is very little that is worse than going out to check the stock, fix some equipment, or perform any of the many jobs that farming entails, whilst the weather is awful and you’re getting soaked to the skin. If you are heading into winter, or if it is a particularly soggy year, you’re going … Read more
Farming is a messy business, there’s no doubt about that! Having a bib overall to cover up your clothes, to prevent stains and mess travelling into the house or a vehicle, is essential. What could be better than an overall bib? An insulated overall bib, of course! This means that you can stay clean as … Read more
Welding is a fairly essential skill, especially if you work with a lot of farm machinery – they have a habit of breaking, and heavy equipment needs some heavy repair work. A stick welder is a great solution to farm machinery that needs fixing; it is small and portable enough to carry about with you, … Read more
A fresh coat of paint is not only attractive, but it can also really help machinery to last longer. Rust cannot penetrate the surface of the metal if it is covered with paint, especially rust proof paint which is extra suitable for machinery that has to be out and about in all weathers, and often … Read more
Chainsaws and farm maintenance go together. You will often find yourself in a position where you need to chop up fallen trees, or cut firewood, and you need a good chainsaw to do this. The best chainsaws are hard working, strong and rugged, and for a farm chainsaw you also need it to be lightweight … Read more
Metal detecting is a great fun hobby, and also a very practical one, part of your regular farm maintenance. If you have lost nails, screws or other metal items in the mud then you need to be able to find them – especially if you are making sure that livestock don’t step on them and … Read more
There’s nothing worse that getting a flat tire right in the middle of an important job, or on the way to taking hay to the hungry animals. What you need is the best farm jack, to take around with you so that you can always fix a tire on the run, and make sure that … Read more
If you have large rocks on your property or road, you may think that you need to call a professional or use heavy equipment to move them. In some cases, this is true; however, if you’re smart and methodical and have a few simple tools on hand and know how to apply leverage, you may … Read more
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