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I have a similar device from Bad Boy that I use on my ZTR, mainly for mulching leaves in the fall. Money well spent. Steve

I have a 61" Outlaw with a Kawasaki engine that I purchased new in 2011. Other than an ignition coil failure after about 150 hours, the mower has been trouble free. Steve

Identical active ingredients (and less expensive): From Crossbow label: http://www.cdms.net/ldat/ld02h006.pdf Steve

Why women live longer than men illustrated .... in 6 seconds.:) Twitter Steve

I think so. Steve

Using a wick rope applicator with undiluted 41% glyphosate or diluted 25-50% would be more practical.:) Let the ivy leaf out and then use the applicator. Hand Wick Applicator 2 Of Rope Surface | Agri Supply 25219 Steve

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So, we have armchair jurists speculating about the culpability of the tractor driver, not unlike "pallet theorists" speculating about the purpose of "pallets in fields." Per Sherlock Holmes: "It is a capital mistake to theorize in advance of the facts." What do we know about the scene of...

Here's the mugshot of the tractor driver from 72-year-old Florida man charged after allegedly chasing man with tractor - Orlando Sentinel. "Howell Lamar Morris, 72, was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon on June 19, 2018 in St. Johns County, Florida. (St. Johns County...

There have been two recent threads dealing with the eradication of Japanese knotweed. I've been battling that pest, along with two other invasive plant species -- Chinese privet and multiflora rose. I've just read about giant hogweed spreading in the US. It makes those invasive plant species...

Speaking of patents,I learned the 10 millionth US patent was issued this month. This article has some interesting trivia about our patent system. It was news to me that Abraham Lincoln held a patent, the only POTUS to do so. Steve

I'm glad you showed up. What is the proper way to object to testimony based on an opinion from someone who has not been qualified as an "expert witness"?:) Steve

Well, I get to see the Peachoid when I travel between SC and NC on I-85.:) Steve

Objection! Answers a question that was not asked.;) Steve PS I'm not a lawyer, so I have to look up possible objections.:)

Objection! The AGCO and Deere advocates are both assuming facts not in evidence in the matter now before the court.;) We need to hear the testimony of the expert witnesses for the plaintiff and the defendant. Steve

Had you paid me a modest consulting fee, I would have pointed you to the literature on optimal Pigouvian taxes.:) I'm surprised that you didn't contract with a qualified economist if your didn't have one on staff. Steve

You never experienced the joy of working with economists? How sad is that?;) Steve

I'm guessing that both sides would hire "outside" ag. engineers to provide "independent" testimony. Steve

From Deere Legal Battle Highlights Race for $24 Billion Farm Tech Market - Bloomberg This should be a gold mine for ag. engineers serving as expert witnesses.:) Steve

This isn't it, but I haven't seen an upright piano repurposed as a flower planter in the front yard of a home in Seneca SC. Steve

An interesting question. List of oldest companies in the United States - Wikipedia contains a list of US companies with roots that date back hundreds of years, but alas, no tractor companies. ;) Even companies with production histories can produce "duds" now and then. Steve

Is this what you want to see? Steve

When it comes to the topic of this thread, I am at the origin in this graph of the Dunning-Kruger effect -- I have no expertise in the topic and I know it. Steve

So, is the Chromebook system causing the problem? Steve

It did for me.:) If it makes any difference, I am using Chrome on a Chromebook. Steve

I'm in SC now and my sprayer is in NC. I just used a couple of u-bolts to attach (vertically) a 3-foot or so length of PVC pipe to the sprayer frame. I did attach a cap to the bottom of the pipe to prevent losing the sprayer tip on the outside chance that it could come loose. Steve PS My...

I recently typed in invest in another thread and a link to a bitcoin site was automatically inserted. Is this supposed to happen? Steve Edit Now typing in the "b" word inserts a link.:shocked:

Remain calm. Economists have studied the issue -- it's called the "compensating wage differential" issue. Compensating differential - Wikipedia Steve

And he played at Clemson. While there he was involved with a Clemson coed, Shawn Weatherly, who went on to win the Miss Universe contest.* If I ever knew this, I had forgotten it. Former San Francisco 49ers great Dwight Clark dies at 61 after battling ALS Steve * How can I remember such...

What if they pay income and sales taxes? They are helping to pay for roads. In Washington in FY2014, only 54.2% of state and local road spending was covered by tolls, user fees, and user taxes. How Are Your State’s Roads Funded? - Tax Foundation Steve

Debunking the Myth That Because of the Gas Tax, Only Drivers Pay for Roads - CityLab Electric vehicles don't pay fuel taxes, but some states charge flat annual fees for those vehicles. Steve

To be fair about it, they did take Johnny Manziel off our hands, at least for the time being.:) Steve EDIT It's strange -- I can't remember where I put my keys 15 minutes ago, but I just remembered seeing a photo of "the Biebs" and "Johnny Football" a couple of years ago.:eek:

Justin Bieber and now this outrage. Enough is enough.:) From Blame Canada! - Marginal REVOLUTION. Steve

Just curious. Based on a previous thread, I believe what a "June bug" is differs across regions. In my area, a "June bug" is a Cotinis nitida according to Wikipedia: Do you have the same "June bugs" in Maine? I haven't seen any so far this year in NC. Steve :

This is an example of potential hidden city ticketing for those seeking the lowest fare for a direct flight to Philadelphia. From Airline booking ploys - Wikipedia Regarding how airlines price their tickets, here's an article that illustrates how simple it really is.:rolleyes...

Many (most?) land-grant universities offer soil- and other-testing services for nominal fees, and in some cases the soil tests are free to instate residents. Here's a listing of the testing services offered by Clemson -- I suspect other land-grants offer similar services. Steve

And the removal rates (and needed replenishment rates to maintain yields) of NPK and other nutrients depend on the forage -- http://extension.missouri.edu/mcdonald/documents/compressed%20Hay%20Fertility1.pdf. Steve

Apparently the "25 mile" limit is national in scope -- What is the Fine for Running Off Road Diesel Steve

You have raised serious questions that merit the attention of TBN's "scientific" and "not-so scientific" communities. Economists talk about "that which is seen" and "that which is unseen." We have "that which is seen" -- these so-called "reinforcing trusses" -- items that have a "numeral 1...

This reminds me of George "Possum" Jones. George Jones & His Notorious Riding Lawnmower | Saving Country Music Steve

A color code? How do you know there aren't other explanations? The OP may be "hany.":) Steve

More like this.:) Steve

The above is a passage that I have copied and pasted from another site -- Bonus Quotation of the Day... - Cafe Hayek Rather than leaving the text as is or manually correcting the text, I have started making a screenshot of the passage I want to quote and then inserting the screenshot as an...

File under "Markets in Everything.":) From Search results for: diaper Steve

Here are some estimated efficiency factors for various implements from http://caes2.caes.uga.edu/engineering/handbook/documents/capacity.pdf. You could achieve 100% efficiency if you were mowing a single swath exactly the width of your mower around the circumference of a field under...

This subject came up several years ago. As I recall, at least one TBN member used something akin to a Zamboni pattern. Another member said he started in the center of a field and mowed outwards. I speculate that the most efficient mowing pattern depends on the field's geometry and that the...

I read about the missing trucks (Ram truck heist investigated as possible inside job) and immediately thought of Johnny Cash.:) Steve

You could use two of them to construct an inverted-V structure in your field.:) Steve

This is from the UK, but I suspect similar results would hold for the US. YouGov | Two thirds of children don’t know what a floppy disk is Steve

My apology in advance. Chicken Ranch??:) Steve

Not quite -- It's the first item that shows up. If your scroll down you will find plenty of "sensationalized studies." Steve

:laughing: Wherein I channel John Dennis::) Steve

Just curious. What engine do you have? I have a Kawasaki 850V on my ZTR. It has a device similar to this for draining oil. I can open the drain using a screwdriver in a slot on the "nut." I route a short length of garden hose from the outlet to a pan. Steve

Mark Perry is one of my favorite bloggers. Most of the time when I link to one of his posts, I get this: 503 Service Temporarily Unavailable. The link works. :confused3: Steve

South Carolina has an Upstate -- I have a residence there. Steve

I think it's IHC. Steve

Here's the story -- Dramatic Goat Rescue Operation For A Pair Stuck On A Beam Under A Bridge : Goats and Soda : NPR. Steve

This thread came to mind when I read the following item. Janitorial Studies in South Korea, Bryan Caplan | EconLog | Library of Economics and Liberty Steve

This thread prodded me to check the latest cost of milk production as reported by the USDA -- USDA ERS - Milk Cost of Production Estimates. Here are data by herd size for 2016 (the latest year currently available). Average total costs ($/cwt.) decrease with herd size, but the largest herd...

My, how things have changed. Here's a comparison of planting and harvesting technologies from 1970 - 2010. I'm not sure about current planting and harvesting technologies, but I believe JD has at least a 48-row planter. From...

Yes. From Food and fiber system - Wikipedia Steve

That's because the rallying cry has a punctuation error.:) Steve

Here is the serial # info from TractorData.com Ford 46 tractor information. It looks like you are missing one of the serial # digits. Steve

This soil in Aroostook County looks good to me. Steve

Great job.:thumbsup: I do have one quibble. Your timeline does not include this historic moment from 2013.:) Steve

It's been ages since I last visited Burke's Garden in Tazewell County. Assuming that it hasn't been developed, it would be worth a visit while you are in the area -- Burke's Garden, Virginia - Wikipedia Steve

I was checking the specs of the Farmall M at TractorData.com Farmall M tractor information and noticed that model was in production from 1939 to 1954. Just curious. What other models, if any, had longer production runs? Steve

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I was referring to posts in the (Un)Friendly Politics forum. Here's what I see when I select "Edit" of a post that I made today in that forum. Steve

And look at what the Greeks came to.;) Steve

If it's any consolation, you and your guests are more likely to die from hornet, wasp, or bee stings than a snake bite.:) From Which are the most dangerous animals in America? - Marginal REVOLUTION. Steve

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I would have enjoyed having him as a friend. Here's his obituary (Geisen Funeral Homes - Mobile Edition). Steve

When will ski jumping be on the air? I have always enjoyed seeing the "Agony of Defeat.":) Steve

Plus deleting the winch brings the price down to an affordable $293,500! Steve

Is it just me? Other sites that I visit are loading much faster. Steve Addendum Never mind. Things now seem to be back to normal.

More on the efficient market hypothesis from Ben Carson via Mark Perry -- 503 Service Temporarily Unavailable. The "experts" in this case are the managers of university endowments. Steve

The serial #s at TractorData.com Massey Ferguson 24 tractor information don't seem to be of any help. :confused3: Steve

The Hayek in question is Friedrich (deceased) rather than Salma. I am not familiar with her writings and so cannot comment on her qualifications as an economist, but she is certainly easier on the eyes than Friedrich. Steve

The columns by the excellent George Will are behind a paywall at the Washington Post and I do not subscribe. However, Don Boudreaux has posted the conclusion of his latest column -- Some Links - Cafe Hayek. Steve

This reminds me of a recent news item -- Philadelphia has apparently passed a bill that would regulate the use of bulletproof glass in some corner food stores -- Philly Votes to Regulate Bulletproof Glass in Corner Stores - Hit & Run : Reason.com. Steve Note to self Forget clerking at a...

I haven't read the Piketty book, but I have read a fair number of reviews of the book. Numerous economists (more competent than me) have raised serious questions about his analysis and conclusions. Prior to my retirement in 2007, I had at least a nodding acquaintance with the academic...

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Here you go. From U.S. Sales Database - RIAA. If you follow the link, you can hover over specific years in the image and obtain shipments by format. Steve

From the excellent Mark Perry: 503 Service Temporarily Unavailable. Steve

Theoretical field capacity (acres/hour) is calculated as width (feet)*average ground speed (mph)/8.25. This assumes 100% efficiency and does not allow for overlap, turning, refueling, etc. The linked calculator assumes 90% efficiency. That's too high IMO...

Back to some Oregonians being distraught at the prospect of pumping their own gas. From Alex Tabbarok at Collective Action Kills Innovation - Marginal REVOLUTION: Steve

We have an accusation of scientific fraud committed by LS mt125 owner. Although I do not go that far, I am skeptical of the "evidence" offered by LS mt125 owner. In the interest of promoting science, I ask that each of us carry out the following oath. From sometimes i'm wrong: An Oath...

stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds." But wild turkeys? That's another story. :) Aggressive wild turkeys in Rocky River interfere with mail delivery | cleveland.com Steve

Lewis Grizzard died way too soon. Here's one of my favorite Grizzard stories. Lewis Grizzard Wednesday: The Dawg Story | The Grit Tree Steve

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Today (12/23) is the day. Steve

The story is here: Dog groomer recreates Nativity scene using pooches -- and a puppy in the manger | Fox News. Steve

Excuse my language (economics), but you should take into account the deadweight loss of giving a gift rather than cash. That deadweight loss is illustrated in this diagram from Waldfogel http://people.exeter.ac.uk/trkaplan/issues/waldfogel.pdf. Of course, as Mark Perry points out (503...

This is confusing. Here's some additional info from the link. Some of the 1210 production may have leaked into early 1987. The serial numbers for 1988 and 1989 appear to be serial numbers for the 1220 -- successor to the 1210. From TractorData.com Ford 122 tractor information. Steve

This week I saw a large (I'm guessing 100HP+) yellow tractor applying dairy lagoon waste to a field via a three-axle tanker trailer. The tractor style reminded me of current NH Tx models and I thought I spotted a NH logo on the hood. However, I don't see any yellow tractors at Agricultural &...

From How to Seed a Fescue Grass Lawn or Pasture|Step-by-Step|Fescue.com: Steve

I couldn't make out the info on the sticker, so here's a blowup. My guess is that the seeding rates are for pastures. Steve

I like the idea of a hand truck with big wheels. Steve

He may have been using "new math.";) Steve

Per the USDA, the total cost of producing peanuts averaged $875.38/acre across farms in 2016: USDA ERS - Commodity Costs and Returns Steve

The children now love luxury. They have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love chatter in place of exercise. Sincerely, Socrates (deceased)* There's no proof that he said it, but there's no proof that he didn't.;) Steve

Clicking on the MY HOME icon at the top of the page and then Edit Signature, I see this. Steve

By chance, Arnold Kling has an interesting blog post this morning about digital skills (http://www.arnoldkling.com/blog/disaggregating-the-economy-levels-of-tech-skills/) Steve

This is simultaneously a funny and a scary video. A Millennial job interview on Vimeo Someone commented that this is really a "Generation Z Interview." Steve

If you look at the tables, farms above specified acreage thresholds (2,000 for agronomic crops, 1,000 for horticultural crops) are lumped together. Here's how the USDA classifies farms (USDA Small Farm Definitions - eXtension). This graphic provides info on the USDA classifications (USDA...

The article is behind a paywall for me, so I can't read beyond the first couple of paragraphs, Does the article say anything about the extent these young farmers are depending on non-farm income to support their farming operations? Here are some data on economies of size in crop farming from...

I don't think you will find any cheaper source than a refinance if you can do so without paying any closing costs. What is your current mortgage rate? The current (Nov. 16) average 30-year fixed rate is 3.95%. Steve

From Urine for a treat. It’s World Toilet Day today Don't overdo your celebration. . Steve

I have read about chainsaw-related fatalities, but I have never read about either of these fatality categories: Man kills himself with chainsaw after attacking his wife with an ax, police say | Fox News Pennsylvania man dies day after chainsaw malfunction | Fox News Is there any way that a...

STATISTICS POP QUIZ Shown below is a table from the Innsbruck study cited by the Readers Digest. The dependent variables are measures of personality traits and the independent variables are measures of preferences for foods/beverages. Discuss the problem(s) with the "Agreeableness" model...

Veteran's Day | Tractor Supply Co. See Veterans Day Deals and Discounts for Veterans | Military.com for additional deals/discounts. Steve

Check https://library.ndsu.edu/ir/bitstream/handle/10365/5375/as1224.pdf?sequence=1. Steve

Oh my! Steve PS The narrator is confused when it comes to the cows and the bulls.;)

Shows up as 1:24 for me. Steve

I had just guessed that it was short for "tradesman," but didn't bother to look it up. A good guess on my part -- tradie - Wiktionary.:) Steve

There has been a recent rash of spam offering live-streaming of various sporting events. It seems to me that reinstalling the feature that prevents the posting of links until the member has five or more posts would be in order. The feature could be removed when this spam outbreak subsides. Steve

That photo is priced at $8. I have this photo of "Pallets in Fields" on sale at $7.50.:) Steve

And 200+ years ago, 90% of the workforce was on farms. Steve

You can find average rents at the county level at USDA/NASS QuickStats Ad-hoc Query Tool. You can drill down to the state and county level by selecting the highlighted choices. Steve

Let's think about this. Refinery shutdowns have reduced the demand for crude oil, so there is no reason to expect crude prices to rise in this circumstance. The refinery shutdowns have decreased the supply of gasoline at the retail level. The demand for gasoline is price inelastic --...

It's all about supply and demand. Via Mark Perry (503 Service Temporarily Unavailable}* Steve * Contrary to the message, the link works.:confused3:

But North is north of Norway and Denmark.:) Steve

If payouts exceed premiums, the difference is borrowed from the Treasury. The red line in the figure below shows the annual deficits through 2015. Steve

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IMO, the least costly solution (in terms of money and time) would be to add a chute blocker to your mower. The red maples and oaks (red and white) on the two + acres that I mow produce prodigious amounts of leaves. I added a chute blocker to my ZTR and mulch all of the leaves. The leaves are...

Here's the screenshot. 1. I added /QUOTE in brackets at the end of your first sentence. 2. I added my comment. 3. I copied and pasted (QUOTE=Coyote machine;4850225) from the first line to the beginning of the second quote. NB -- I have to use parentheses here rather than brackets to avoid...

Dan, Here's a larger version of your attachment. I haven't seen any details on the collision, including its location on the chart. I don't know whether the CO and other senior officers were on the bridge in such busy waters, but they should have been. Steve

This makes sense to me. Source: Twitter Steve

It must have been a hiccup. It's showing now. Steve

If you take the time to check, you will find that I have started my responses to your posts with a comment that "Quotes are from Post #xx unless specified otherwise" or something similar. Here's an example. Trust me on this, I want to make sure that you receive full credit for your comments...

Coyote machine: This is for your edification as to how TBN handles quotes. Apparently you had neither the "time nor the interest" to figure this out for yourself. Jeez. Here's a screenshot of Post #67. Here's what I see when I select "Reply with Quote" for that message. By including...

Quotes are from Post #67 unless specified otherwise. I do have additional questions. Looking at the history of Lyme disease as reported in Lyme disease - Wikipedia, I don't see any reference to Plum Island as the source of Lyme disease. Why doesn't your friend correct the record so that his...

Quotes are from post #58 unless noted otherwise. So, based on a conversation with an individual who has apparently read the Carroll book, it is an accepted fact that "ticks were what became 'weaponized', for what purpose I don't know, nor do I care why it came about. It just happened, for all...

I've noticed that Walmart shoppers are much more stylish than Dollar Palace shoppers.;) Steve

My situation may be atypical, but when in NC I am within 15 miles of ten supermarkets (four Food Lions, two Walmarts, an Aldi, a Bi-Lo, an Ingles, and a Publix). Their shelves are always full* and if I am not happy with an individual store, I can fire it at any time and take my business...

Here's one of the news photos. That implement doesn't look like any combine I have seen. Steve

An interesting item from Tim Harford: 'The devil's rope': How barbed wire changed America - BBC News. As a bonus, there's a brief discussion of John Locke versus Jean-Jacques Rousseau on property rights. Steve

I have prepared a table that will allow you to locate yourself in the distribution of mathematical ability. I hesitate to identify the "Math Idiot" percentile.:) Steve

Living below my means prior to retirement now allows me to take each of my vehicles (Toyota Tundra and Honda Pilot) to a car wash once a month without a sense of guilt.:) I get the Full Service Premier Wash and it sets me back about $37/vehicle after my senior discount and tip. Money well spent...

Seeing as how this thread has drifted into a discussion of eccentric statisticians, I have an additional observation to add to our sample (n =3). I. J. Good was in the Statistics Department at Virginia Tech while I was there as a graduate student in agricultural economics. Although I never...

Citation 1. It should be "person's" rather than "persons." Citation 2. The period should be within the quotation marks. Two down, eight to go.

Mind your Ps and Qs. My suspension from the POEM Auxiliary will be lifted as soon as I am able to issue ten more citations to scofflaws such as yourself.;) PS I am cutting you some slack by giving you just a warning about your abuse of punctuation marks (double periods). Don't let it...

I heard that.

I see this: Steve PS -- I don't see why it should matter, but I am using Chrome on a Chromebook and I don't use the subscription feature.

And so should Citydude, given the impending visit of his MIL. Steve BTW, "apology's" should be "apologies."* * I'm still working on having my POEM suspension lifted.:)

I'm no Russian apologist, but I think it's Kim Jong-un. TBN doesn't have a forum for North Korean tractors. Steve

Sheeps that pass in the night, and speak each other in passing, only a signal shown, and a distant voice in the darkness; So on the ocean of life, we pass and speak one another, only a look and a voice, then darkness again and a silence. Sincerely, Hank Longfellow (deceased)

A man who could make so vile a pun would not scruple to pick a pocket. Sincerely, John Dennis (deceased)

I feel a bit sheepish about posting this story, but hare goes.;) WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) It was a woolly ride, but three wild rabbits managed to escape rising floodwaters in New Zealand by clambering aboard sheep and surfing to safety on their backs. Hop on! Wild rabbits surf on sheep...

Here's an example from post #76 in http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/related-topics/381558-question-sailors-2.html containing a link to an article in the Wall Street Journal. It's not that much of a hassle as long you are getting a cut.:) Steve

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It looks like the database error has returned and I can't cancel the double post.

Here's a screenshot of the Priority Group 8 requirements. It looks looks like I fall under subpriority g based on my income and thus I am not eligible for enrollment. Steve

This reminded of a County tractor that I saw on a show from the UK that used to air on RFD-TV. Steve

The 43% applies to those who have credit cards. Only 70% have credit cards, so 0.48*0.70 *100% = 30% of the general population pays finance charges. Any firm that provides goods and/or services benefits monetarily, provided that it is earning a profit. The benefits its customers receive from...

Several points. 1. About 30% of the general population are revolvers -- I suspect less than 30% of TBN members are. 2. In a free market, transactions are not-zero sum activities -- both sides benefit. Financial institutions earn fees from credit cards and credit card users benefit from the...

Large ag. tractors like this bad boy are 4WD all of the time. Steve

It looks like the problem must have started about 2:00 am. Steve

A month or so ago (maybe longer), TBN suffered problems that affected posting. I think I am seeing symptoms of a similar problem. The system acted strange when I tried to post a reply and I got a "database error" or something similar when I posted. The post did show up in the thread but does...

Is this what you mean by a hitch clip? If so, I would be concerned that the "loop" of the clip could be snagged and dislodged. Steve

Harumph! You think that's a wheelbarrow? Now this is a wheelbarrow! Steve

Here's the link. Steve

I have a filter wrench similar to this that works for me. It uses a 1/2" drive ratchet or breaker bar. Steve PS -- Fred's looks like a heavy-duty version of my strap wrench.

Caveat emptor.:) Steve

OMAHA, Neb >Police chased after a man who was fleeing on a tractor Wednesday morning. Officers said the pursuit started at a Walmart near 180th and Center streets around 12:30 a.m. Authorities said the man was driving around the parking lot screaming for a sandwich and some water. Police said...

It would pay you to stock up if you are ever traveling near Morganton and if you can resist temptation.:) It's a huge store with a lot of neat merchandise. Steve PS If you are ever over this way, stop by the Yellow Deli in Hiddenite. The food is excellent and the interior architecture is...

Agreed. Here's a tractor under current production that is based on the G: Tuff-bilt Tractor - Tuff-bilt Tractor Systems Steve

I'm not sure whether this is new for TSC on the 4th, but tomorrow they are giving a 15% discount to active and former military members: Military Discount | Tractor Supply Co.. I'll be off to replenish my Lab's supply of Blue Buffalo Chicken and Brown Rice.:) Steve PS -- They did give a...

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Today, I had my first homegrown tomato, a Cherokee Purple, compliments of my neighbor. It looks like he is going to have a bumper crop of Cherokee Purples, Jeremiah Johnsons, and Mortgage Lifters. I mow part of his property with my rotary cutter and he keeps me well supplied with tomatoes...

That explains the image I have seen on several TBN posts this morning. Steve

Story and video at Hogs escape, run free on interstate after semi overturns - CBS News. Steve

One possibility would be to use a wick applicator to apply gylphosate near the trees and to spray elsewhere. Hand Wick Applicator 2 Of Rope Surface | Agri Supply 25219 Steve

Most TBN members own tractors in support of their rural/suburban lifestyles -- tractors and associated equipment are consumption items in that the owners obtain satisfaction from their ownership and operation (and if they are paying $100K+ for a tractor, they must have a lot of discretionary...

pacific -- adjective -- peaceful or helping to cause peace Pacific -- noun -- short for Pacific Ocean Sincerely,

Or Ensign Parker. Steve

Can anyone explain the purpose of these pallet formations I keep seeing in farm fields? Steve

I have been reading about the collision of the USS Fitzgerald and a container ship off the coast of Japan: Freighter Was On Autopilot When It Hit US Destroyer. I served in the USCG from 1965-69, and was a quartermaster aboard a 180' buoy tender from 1966-67. The buoy tender was equipped with...

Based on my windshield surveys of this year's corn crop, narrow row planting is dominating in my area (western Iredell County, NC). My surveys are of a limited scope, with the most of the land being owned or leased by a few large-scale farmers. Are you seeing much of a switch to narrow rows...

I keep seeing online ads for Wikibuy. Does anyone have experience with same? Steve

Was he this guy? Steve

Let this be a lesson to us all --when you come to a fork in the road, don't try to use it as a weapon.:) Here's Mo's mugshot. Steve

An excellent nomination for the Porcine Pantheon!!! Although his fame is regional, Mr. Pig is worthy of consideration. Steve

I've been lucky, my high score (that I can remember) is only a 5.3. How about you?:) From The worst place to be stung by a bee - Business Insider Steve

Is it just me? TBN is slow, but the other sites I have visited this morning are loading at normal speed. Steve

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I contracted with the NC Forest Service to do a controlled burn on a 25-acre pine plantation tract in November of 2012 for the purpose of reducing the litter after a first thinning in 2008 and to kill hardwood undergrowth. The burn certainly controlled the weeds in the undergrowth, but they...

Gentlemen, Such vulgarity! The appropriate term in polite society is "backdoor breeze." Sincerely, Emily Post (deceased)

Thanks for the kind words. Here are before and after photos of the floor. Dad used cull T&G boards left from building the family home and/or other houses that he was remodeling (or building) at the time he was building the outbuilding. I rented a pad-type floor sander to loosen the dust and...

I used T&G pine for the ceiling of my shop (the second floor of an old farm outbuilding that I rehabilitated). I used a Paslode finish nailer to face nail the 6" boards to the rafters and collar ties, 18" on center. The attached photo is from 2009. There have been no sagging problems to...

I am in the market for a new laptop and I am considering a Chromebook. There are numerous models to choose from -- Find Yours – Google Chromebooks. Thanks in advance for advice on models to consider or to avoid. Steve

Randy, You need to make it easier for us by using larger attachment sizes.:) Steve

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I have seen trees "ingest" barbed wire and spikes, but this is a new one for me -- a black cherry "ingesting" the limb of an Eastern red cedar. For scale, the cedar limb is about 1" in diameter and is about 7' off the ground. Has anyone seen anything similar? Steve

Definitely an extraterrestrial craft.

I have seen several TBN threads in which members have posted photos of their firewood storage methods. However, I haven't seen anything like the care these folks take in storing firewood:2 People Who Turned Piling Logs Into An Art Form. Here are two of my favorite examples: Steve

It looks like some of us in the Southeast are going to have worry about gasoline outages again: Colonial Pipeline fire kills 1 person, bringing threat of gas price spike - Nov. 1, 216 Steve

It's not "Hedy," it's "Hedley." .;) Steve

Out of curiosity, I checked the average size of farms in Africa. "In the United States, the mean farm size is 178.4 hectares. In Latin America it is 111.7 hectares. In sub-Saharan Africa however the average size amounts to just 2.4 hectares. In Asia this figure is lower still: 1.8 hectares in...