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Choosing a hay rake for your small-farm operation can seem like a daunting task. The choices for hay rakes are many. Different regions of the country seem to prefer different styles of rakes. In this blog we will break down their similarities and differences so that you can make the most sensible investment for your hay production needs. What is a Hay Rake? A hay rake rakes hay into windrows which are lines of hay that can be more easily picked up by a baler. It is a common misconception that h …

Here at Tractor Tools Direct, our Ibex Belt Rake has become one of our very best sellers. At the same time, it is also a product with which most of our customers are unfamiliar until they find it on our website. For this reason, this month’s blog will answer the question: What is a belt rake, and why is it such an exceptional choice for small-farm hay production? Although belt rakes have been a standard choice for hay making in Europe for quite some time, they are now becoming quite popul …