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Living the Country Life Radio Program: Week of January 11, 2010


John Deere Maintenance Monday: Increase value with proper storage

In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Matthew in Massachusetts. He's wondering how he can increase the value of his equipment.

Radio interview source: Bobby Grisso, Extention Engineer, Virginia Tech University

 

John Deere Maintenance Monday: Repairing a tubeless tire

In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Brian in Illinois. He's fed up with trying to repair his utility tractor tires after running over nails and other sharp objects. Pulling the tube out, finding the hole, and fixing it takes him nearly all day. Is there a way to make tire repair easier?

Radio interview source: Jeremey Massey, John Deere Ag Tech Instructor, Northwest Mississippi Community College

 

Snow fencing

If you don't want to face another long winter of plowing out the lane, put up snow fences. They're easy to install, and can really help minimize the drifting.

Radio interview source: Greg Brenneman, Extension Ag Engineer, Iowa State University

 

Adjusting winter feed for cattle

Anyone who's raised cattle can tell you about the ups and downs in the business. Optimizing cattle feeding costs in the wintertime can help weather the down cycles.

Radio interview source: Dr. Ryon Walker, Extension Beef Specialist, University of Minnesota

 

Canine Atopic Dermatitis

Dogs can pick up allergens that make them itchy and miserable, when they spend a lot of time outdoors. If this happens to your dog, it may have atopic dermatitis.

Radio interview source: Dr. Sarah Taylor, Professional Services Veterinarian, Novartis

 

Choosing a firewood rack

If you've gone to all the trouble to chop up firewood, I hope you have a good place to put it. The cold, wet ground isn't the best place to store wood -- you need a firewood rack.

Radio interview source: Nancy Bergeron, Vice President of Marketing, Landmann USA

 

Using a Dremel rotary tool

Whether you have hobbies, farm work, or just like to tinker, the right equipment are essential. A rotary tool is one of the most versatile power tools to have on hand.

Radio interview source: John Hauter, Brand Manager, Dremel

 

Conservation easements

If wildlife love your property, look into a conservation easement. It preserves the land's environmental benefits while providing tax incentives.

Radio interview source: Amos Eno, Executive Director/President, Resources First Foundation

 

Creating a time capsule

Time never stands still, but you can connect with the future by preserving your thoughts and relics. Delight your descendants by putting together a time capsule.

Radio interview source: Paul Hudson, Co-Founder, International Time Capsule Society

 

Country View: Candy Clark -- Wildflower Rescue

We love hearing from our listeners, and sharing their stories with you. Today we're featuring Candy Clark, who has a passion for wildflowers and is on a mission to save them.

Radio interview source: Candy Clark, Kimberling City, Missouri

 

 

 



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