Living the Country Life Radio Program: Week of October 26, 2009
John Deere Maintenance Monday: Replacing breathers
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Jim in South Dakota. He's curious about his tractor's breather, how to tell if it needs work, and how to clean it up if it does.
Radio interview source: Robert Grisso, Extention Engineer, Virginia Tech University
John Deere Maintenance Monday: Preventing a tractor fire
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Andy in New Mexico. His area is often quite dry, and he's concerned about his tractor sparking a fire. Any tips on how to prevent this?
Radio interview source: Dennis Murphy, Extension Safety Specialist, Penn State University
Buying an acreage: Running electricity
While you're looking at land for a new home, take note of where the buildings will sit on the property. Your electricity access may affect the location of your house and outbuildings.
Radio interview source: Mike Duffy, President, United Country
Home processing poultry
Remember butchering chickens at Grandma's? Catching the chickens, dressing them, and the fried chicken dinner later on. Processing your own poultry is a popular practice again.
Radio interview source: Joe Berry, Extension Poultry Specialist (retired), Oklahoma State University
Preventing rabies in humans
Rabies in humans is not common in the U.S., but it does happen. Keep an eye on unusual animal behavior, and if you are bitten by a critter, get prompt medical care.
Radio interview source: Dr. Charles Rupprecht, Rabies Program Chief, Centers for Disease Control
Pumpkin chucking
Curtis Carroll is a pumpkin farmer, and he knows how to fling stuff. He read up on medieval machines called trebuchets that were used to attack castles. He doesn't have any reason to hurl rocks or fireballs at anybody, but he does have pumpkins.
Radio interview source: Danny Carroll, owner, Carroll's Pumpkin Farm
Cattle transportation tips
Cattle often become stressed when you transport them to unfamiliar locations. Learn how to help your animals adapt to change, and they'll be easier to handle.
Radio interview source: Temple Grandin, Professor of Animal Science, Colorado State University
Grinding out tree stumps
Ever tried to dig out a tree stump? Your back is sore, there's a huge mess -- and the stump is still there. Next time, use a grinder and be done with it.
Radio interview source: Charles Barden, Extension Forester, Kansas State University
Choosing a work jacket
If you do a lot of work outside, you want to be comfortable. Wearing the right work jacket will keep you comfy during light chore duty, as well as in tough weather.
Radio interview source: Stephanie Pugliese, Vice President of Product Development, Duluth Trading
Country View: Bob and Jennifer Borchardt -- Farm to Bar
Bob and Jennifer Borchardt are foodies who have channeled their passion into a 20-acre certified organic farm in Viroqua, Wisconsin. They grow 49- varieties of produce and sell it to members of their local community supported agriculture program.
Radio interview source: Bob & Jennifer Borchardt, Harvest Moon Farms
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