Bobcat is the most popular skid steer brand. So popular that many people refer to skid steers generally as Bobcats. But it’s not the only high quality and reliable skid steer in the market. Other proven brands include Caterpillar, JCB, Case, John Deere, New Holland and Kubota. These are companies that make lots of other … Read more
Skid steers are generally easier to operate and maneuver compared to bigger equipment like a backhoe or excavator. But you still need to learn how to operate one. A skid steer’s compact size can actually be a tipping hazard if you are not careful or skilled enough. In this guide, we do a walkthrough on … Read more
A clean hay baler is going to have more uptime, have less propensity to rust, and work more efficiently. However, cleaning a hay baler may seem a bit complicated to those that don’t have experience with baler maintenance. Whether you need to clean off debris from haying, winterize your baler for storage, or simply want … Read more
Backhoes typically come as a complete package with a tractor, digger bucket and loader. But these can be pricey and can take up a lot of space in a small farm. In this post, we’ll give you some ideas on how to make a backhoe without buying a full one. These include turning your tractors, skid … Read more
When shopping for a backhoe, there are plenty of reputable brands to pick from including Kubota, Caterpillar, JCB, and John Deere. Who among them makes the best backhoe? Does It Matter Which Brand You Pick? It matters a lot which backhoe brand you go with for several reasons. Price – some brands are cheaper than … Read more
For one-time projects, renting a backhoe is usually a smarter option compared to buying one. It saves you money, and you don’t have to worry about maintaining a complicated piece of equipment. In this post, we explain where you can rent a backhoe, what to expect when renting one, and how much it’ll cost you to … Read more
In most states, it is legal to drive a backhoe on the road. There are varying regulations regarding driving farm equipment on the road (e.g. staying off highways, using flashers, or putting up a Slow Moving Vehicle sign), but generally you can drive a backhoe from one farm or work site to another via road. That … Read more
Digging out your own basement is one of the biggest and most challenging DIY projects you can take on. How you dig and build the basement affects the safety, stability, and livability of the entire house. So you need to make sure you do it right. If you are not sure you can do it, hire … Read more
If you have a lot of pigs, getting out in all hours of the day and night to keep them fed can be a bit of a pain. The best pig feeder can really help you with your herd, and save you hours of trekking back and forth in the mud. Piglets, like most baby … Read more
Making your own mini hay baler that can be operated without anything but a little elbow grease is a great way to store hay more efficiently than loose stacks. Mechanical balers cost thousands of dollars and require other heavy equipment to operate, including the tractor, mower, and rake. If you aren’t making hay on tens … Read more
Unless you’ve decked out your side by side with a full cab enclosure, your UTV’s interior is going to get dirty. Dust will coat every surface of the interior, and you may find piles of sand on the floor. If you often ride on muddy trails, you’ll find mud caked all over. Luckily, you don’t have … Read more
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