Living the Country Life Radio Program: Week of November 2, 2009
John Deere Maintenance Monday: The Owner's Manual
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering an e-mail from Adam in Vermont. He works for a tractor dealership, and is amazed at how many calls he gets for things explained in an owner's manual. He wonders if anyone reads it?
Radio interview source: Walter Tubbs, John Deere Ag Tech Instructor, Arkansas State University
John Deere Maintenance Monday: Preventing machinery fires
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Kevin in Illinois. He watched a neighbor's combine go up in flames during last fall's harvest, and wants to know how he can prevent the same thing from happening to his machinery.
Radio interview source: Chip Petrea, research specialist, Ag Safety and Health, University of Illinois
Preparing strawberries for winter
The growing season is over, but your strawberry plants have already set their flower buds for next spring. For a good harvest next year, make sure the berry plants have a snug bed this winter.
Radio interview source: Maurice Ogutu, Extension Horticulture Educator, University of Illinois
Winterizing your irrigation system
Mike Higgins is an expert on sprinkler systems, and says before winter, disconnect the pump, drain it, and bring it inside.
Radio interview source: Mike Higgins, golf and turf sales manager, Grand Junction Pipe & Supply
Choosing a barn location
Having a place in the country means you can build a barn for animals, machinery, or whatever else you need to shelter. But, make sure the land is well-suited for a barn.
Radio interview source: George Engler, Sales Manager, MD Barns
Chainsaw options
Trimming trees is labor-intensive, so a chainsaw is an important tool. From blade size to chain brakes, look for features that make the tool safe and efficient.
Radio interview source: Lynn Barnickol, Forestry Program Supervisor, Missouri Department of Conservation
Hock lameness in horses
Human athletes can have problems with joint and muscle pain. And so do athletic horses. If you're pushing your horse to the limits, watch out for hock lameness.
Radio interview source: Dr. Douglas Novick, DVM
Spray foam insulation
If you're shivering in your boots thinking about how cold your house will be this winter, it may be time for new insulation. Try filling the gaps with spray foam.
Radio interview source: Rocky DiGiacomo, Owner, DiGiacomo Homes & Renovation
Attending a folk school
If you want to learn something that doesn't require a computer, take some classes at a folk school. From crafts and writing to music, food, and gardening, you'll have fun learning.
Radio interview source: Jan Davidson, Director, John C. Campbell Folk School
Country View: Lynn Gillespie -- Farm School
Lynn and Tom Gillespie of Paonia, Colorado, have over 200-acres of land. They use two of those acres for intensive micro-farming, and the rest is cropland to raise hay and grain for the livestock.
Radio interview source: Lynn Gillespie, Owner The Living Farm
Comments
Comments ( 0 )Add your comment
