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Last month we shared the first blog in a three part series answering the question, “Why buy your baler from us?”. That blog, which can be found here, discussed our obsession with quality. This month, we will give another reason why you should feel confident making a baler purchase from Tractor Tools Direct--we offer products with unique features not found on other brands. First off, our balers are not the same as others you may have seen. Yes, I know - when you first start researchi …

April’s blog discussed the first step of the baling process--mowing. This month’s blog will give tips for the next step--tedding. What is a tedder? A tedder is an implement that is used to fluff and spread hay to decrease drying time. Tedding is typically done after the hay is mowed and before it is raked into windrows for baling. Many hay mowers, unless they have a built-in conditioning system like our Ibex TS51C and TM67C drum mowers, tend to windrow the cut crop into a tight pile …

Here at Tractor Tools Direct, we’ve built our business on 100% customer satisfaction - it’s who we are. If our balers didn’t help us meet this level of satisfaction, we wouldn’t be selling them. There are three big reasons why a baler purchase from Tractor Tools Direct is a great choice. At Tractor Tools Direct we: Are obsessed with quality. Offer products with unique features not found on other brands. Provide top-notch customer service and support. So why should you …

At Tractor Tools Direct we specialize in small-farm hay equipment, but did you know that our Ibex Mini Round Balers are popular with pine straw producers too? Their compact size and maneuverability make them a perfect choice for harvesting straw between the narrow tree rows of a pine plantation. Read on to learn more about this alternative use for mini round balers. The southeastern United States is home to countless acres of pine tree forests which are managed not only for their timber, but a …

Now that spring has sprung, it is time to start thinking about that first cutting of hay. Once your pastures have reached the optimum level of maturity, you will want to be ready to mow at the first sign of perfect weather. Here are a few tips to ensure that you and your mower are ready to go. Preparing Your Mower One of the most important steps you can take, even before hitting the hay field, is to make sure your mower is fitted with sharp blades. Sharp blades ensure a clean cut and reduce ste …