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What Happens In A Cattle Feedlot

So what really takes place at a cattle feedlot? Many folks refer to these places of business as factory farms. … More

Beloved Mikey the lawn-mower-man killed in Harrison crash

A beloved Harrison icon, who was known for his trips into and around town on his lawn tractor, was hit and killed in an accident Thursday night while riding his

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

The Lemon Index: Which Cars Have the Highest Maintenance Costs?

Which cars are most likely to cost you a fortune on maintenance?

How to get the most out of your limited hay supply

With the possibility of a dry spring leading to an even drier summer, getting the most out of your hay is critical.

Farm Loans 101

“Let us not forget that the cultivation of the earth is the most important labor of man. When tillage begins, other arts will follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of civilization” (Daniel Webster). We love our farmers and believe they are the backbone of this nation. If you are new to farming or if it has been in your family for years, it’s important that you know about farm loans. Here are the basics you should be familiar withFSAWhen talking…

How to set up and operate a dozer using GPS blade control (VIDEO)

Editor’s Note: This is the third in our four-part GPS/GNSS 101 series. To read more, click here. Bulldozers were the first machines to begin operating using GPS satellite data to guide the operator and position the blade. Today these systems have evolved to become more productive and user friendly, but you don’t just jump on one and […]

11 Trees You Should Never Plant in Your Yard: 1. Silver maple (Acer saccharinum)

Don’t plant bad trees that will cost you time and money later. These tips will help you make the right tree choices for your yard.

How to Sort Scrap Metal

Selling scrap metal can be a great way to supplement your income, or you can do it full time. Before you can sell your scrap metal to a scrap yard, you need to separate the different metals in your scrap. A scrap magnet will help you...

What Are Farm Equipment Loans?

Farm equipment is costly, and for many in the agriculture industry, it's imperative to find affordable financing. Read our guide on farm equipment loans.

What happens when ... your vehicle is towed

Everyone has seen cars stranded on the side of the road But, what happens to the vehicles once they're towed away?

How to Plan for a Cold Weather Concrete Pour

Walking the fine line between not enough and too much detail.

» 3 Minute Cattle Market Update: Cash Fats Top Heavy?

4 tips for feeding poor quality hay

What should producers do with all of that rained on hay? What other feedstuffs can be added to dilute poor-quality hay? Here are 4 tips for feeding low-quality forages to cattle this winter.

5 Lawn Mower Storage Mistakes EXPOSED

» Cattle Market Summary: Wow! What a Week

4 Towing Scams and How to Avoid Them

Although the majority of towing companies are reputable and honest, some may try to scam consumers. From inflated rates to fictitious fees, there are several ways that dishonest companies take advantage of unassuming consumers. ...