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Most farmsteads are begun by people with a deep desire to connect with the land. Living sustainably has a very diverse definition to a very diverse following of people. When we talk about living sustainably, we are generally speaking of living in a manner that utilizes methods in harmony with nature, having the least impact on the environment, and maximizing stewardship of the land. Living sustainably is a lifestyle with no set rules. You can’t do it wrong.Many of you who are reading this have a …

Small-farm operators who are new to hay production are often unsure of the differences between tedding and raking when it comes to baling hay. They confuse the two processes thinking they are one and the same and/or that the same implements can be used to perform both tasks. Let’s discuss this here.Tedding is the act of fluffing and spreading cut forage to increase air and sun exposure and decrease drying time. Tedding is typically done after the hay is mowed and before it is raked into windrows …

In this month’s blog, let’s take a deeper look at the foundation of what we here at Tractor Tools Direct are proud to do each day – make haying independence a reality for our customers. What is haying independence? Haying independence is the goal of many small-farm operators. It’s the ability to make a farm fully sustainable by growing and harvesting your own forage for your own animals. Why is haying independence important? Many small-farm operators are tired of paying high price …