Silk Hope Soldier
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- Dec 6, 2008
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Hey Folks!
I just had 60 acres cleared with a bull-dozer and they did a fine job. Now, to clean it up for pasture, to help rid the remains of roots and rocks, I am told the best method is a disc harrow. A fellow will harrow it for 50.00 per acre, but that's only two passes. I have been told that I may as well get my own harrow--as I have 100 acres and probably need one.
I have a John Deere 5425 (about 75 HP) so I can pull quite a bit of weight.
I have been advised that an offset will cut better, but a gang will smooth better.
Others have said to get an offset, and drag a beam or heavy object behind it to smooth the soil.
Also, regardless of the type, do you think I can pick something up in the 3,000 to 5,000 dollar price range? I live in central North Carolina.
Thanks again for all you help!
I just had 60 acres cleared with a bull-dozer and they did a fine job. Now, to clean it up for pasture, to help rid the remains of roots and rocks, I am told the best method is a disc harrow. A fellow will harrow it for 50.00 per acre, but that's only two passes. I have been told that I may as well get my own harrow--as I have 100 acres and probably need one.
I have a John Deere 5425 (about 75 HP) so I can pull quite a bit of weight.
I have been advised that an offset will cut better, but a gang will smooth better.
Others have said to get an offset, and drag a beam or heavy object behind it to smooth the soil.
Also, regardless of the type, do you think I can pick something up in the 3,000 to 5,000 dollar price range? I live in central North Carolina.
Thanks again for all you help!