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Living the Country Life is on the radio! On these stations, editor-in-chief Betsy Freese shares tips to help you around your acreage.
This week's radio shows:
John Deere Maintenance Monday: Adjusting brakesIn this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Billy in Oklahoma. The brakes on his lawn tractor aren't grabbing like they used to, and he wonders what's wrong.
Radio interview source: Bobby Grisso, Extension Engineer, Virginia Tech University
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Kirk in South Carolina. He has a compact tractor that won't start. It's his first tractor, and he doesn't know where to begin to diagnose the problem. Any ideas?
Radio interview source: Bobby Grisso, Extention Engineer, Virginia Tech
Curling up by a warm fire makes even the harshest cold go away. Make sure you know how your firewood purchase stacks up in terms of quality and quantity.
Radio interview source: Dr. John Ball, Forestry Professor, South Dakota State University
When cattle give birth, the calves are at risk of dying from calf scours. To keep your young calves healthy, prevent transmission of the pathogens that make them sick.
Radio interview source: Dr. David Smith, Extension Dairy & Beef Veterinarian, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Grabbing the nearest extension cord when you need one could be a hazardous mistake. Power cords are not one-size-fits-all, so use the proper cord for the right power need.
Radio interview source: John Drengenberg, Consumer Safety Director, Underwriter's Laboratories
Metal is everywhere, and thieves wanting to make a quick buck know where they can steal it. Take steps to protect your wiring, pipes, and costly equipment.
Radio interview source: Danielle Rau, Director of Rural Crime Prevention, California Farm Bureau
When we think of fast-fingered fiends, we usually don't think about raccoons, but we should. The masked bandits are able to steal from you thanks to their powerful paws.
Radio interview source: Rick Jasper, Assistant Wildlife Management, Ohio Department of Natural Resources
If you work on your lawn tractor, you're familiar with blocks and car ramps. There's no need to scrape your elbows and feel claustrophobic. Try the Mojack lift system.
Radio interview source: Audra Hanson, Marketing Manager, Mojack
Theodore Roosevelt once said, "Speak softly and carry a big stick". You can make your own walking stick for balance or just putzing around when you're outside.
Radio interview source: Marlen Kemmet, Managing Editor, WOOD Magazine
Roger Feilmeier decided that it would be fun to have a vintage windmill in his yard. He bought one from a farmer, and hasn't stopped tinkering with windmills since. Some have been easier than others to restore, but he finds a lot of help online and through companies that trade and sell parts for windmills.
Radio interview source: Roger Feilmeier, Early, Iowa
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