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by gonzaleseq | Nov 9, 2018 | Blog
Do you have the essential types of equipment to start your farming? A self-sufficient way of life can be rewarding or it can be tough that is why you must have specialty tools to make the process easier. Whether it’s for crops or livestock, these farm tools and...
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by gonzaleseq | Nov 2, 2018 | Blog, Safety
Farming is one of the more dangerous occupations today. Farmers and farm hands work a hard day with long hours. The amount of physical and mental stress that a farmer has to learn to work through makes them vulnerable to making harmful mistakes. Couple that...
by gonzaleseq | Oct 25, 2018 | Blog
Technology has truly touched every aspect of our lives one way or another. And why shouldn’t it? We all have experienced the advantages brought to us by the advancement of technology. It made our lives more comfortable, our work easier, and everything else...
by gonzaleseq | Oct 25, 2018 | Blog
What is it like to live on a farm? How do farmers grow their crops? How do ranchers take care of their animals? What do they do daily on their farms? Perhaps you are really curious about how these people live their lives and we do not blame you. Farmers live one of...
by gonzaleseq | Sep 27, 2018 | Blog
California is a wonderfully vast land filled with many places to plant your crops. With its vast area, there are also variations as to the type of soil the state has. There are many uses for the different kinds of land, and not all kinds of soil are ideal for the...
by gonzaleseq | Aug 16, 2018 | Blog, news
Let’s face it, sometimes life is just not going the way we like and money is not coming in as fast as we want. If you are a farmer, you need a steady, decent revenue to run your farm. On most farms, the tractor is the most important piece of equipment. If you...
by gonzaleseq | Aug 7, 2018 | Blog
When it comes to farming, there are a lot of farm equipments to be used and considered. Farmers know how meticulous choosing farm equipments can be from the type of equipments to be used and to the prices of each. However, there is one farm equipment which is...
by gonzaleseq | Jul 25, 2018 | Blog
If you are a farmer, tractors are considered sacred in your farm, right? However, it takes time and experience to be knowledgeable in terms of choosing the right tractor and how to choose them. A beginner farmer might find this task difficult since there are a lot of...
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by gonzaleseq | Jul 11, 2018 | Blog
Have you ever wondered how each people’s day unfolds? From the rising of the sun until the set of the day, farmers live a very hectic but very exciting and fulfilling life. In a single day, farmers conduct a variety of activities, from planting, watering plants,...
by gonzaleseq | Jun 15, 2018 | Blog
Throughout history, agriculture has always been the backbone of mankind’s development. It provides the essential ingredients to basic civilized life and raw materials for industrialization. With the jobs and productivity it yields, there’s no doubt that it’s also a...
by gonzaleseq | Jun 5, 2018 | Blog
As a secondary tillage equipment, it’s easy to dismiss the disk harrow as a non-essential farm equipment. Since it’s “secondary”, maybe the disk harrow uses aren’t all that necessary? A lot of newbie farmers — wanting to save time and money — would use this as a...
by gonzaleseq | May 15, 2018 | Blog
If you’re a new farmer shopping for different farm equipment, salesmen will smell the opportunity to push as many products as they can. They will insist that every one of their product is a must-buy. However, most of these products are non-essential equipment with...
by gonzaleseq | Apr 30, 2018 | Blog
What the difference between tilling and plowing? Old timers would know all about this one from experience. But if you’re new to farming and gardening, this post will tell you what you need to know about tilling and plowing. Tilling vs. Plowing Tilling Tilling...
by gonzaleseq | Apr 15, 2018 | Blog, news
Is California still in a drought? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. As of April 2018, more than 28 million people in California are currently affected by abnormal dryness or drought. An overwhelming 65.9% of the state’s area is still affected by the California...
by gonzaleseq | Mar 30, 2018 | Blog
Are you familiar with the types of disc harrows yet? Well, it’s not only you. We know how confusing it can be. If you need an efficient way to till the soil on a large lot, disc harrows are the farm implements that’ll get the job done. Not only will it break the...
by gonzaleseq | Mar 20, 2018 | Blog
Wondering which flowers to plant in Spring? The Central Coast of California is one of the most fertile regions in the United States. You’re missing out if you’re not taking advantage of its great climate by keeping a garden. Wondering which flowers to plant in spring?...
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by gonzaleseq | Mar 1, 2018 | Blog, news
It’s been four years since the Agricultural Act of 2014 was signed into law by Former President Obama. If you haven’t been following agriculture news recently, this means the four-year cycle is up and the Congress is voting on the new 2018 Farm Bill soon. Here’s what...
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by gonzaleseq | Feb 20, 2018 | Blog
There’s no question about what caused global warming and the tragedies that come with it. At this point, it’s as obvious as the link between smoking and cancer. It’s not the Earth that needs to heal as it will survive without us —it’s us who needs to step up in our...
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by gonzaleseq | Jan 31, 2018 | Blog
You might have encountered the term ‘farm-to-table’ or similar iterations such as ‘farm-to-fork’ in conversations, signs, and media. It’s been popping up everywhere as a new buzzword, so much so that you might have gotten curious about what it is. However, you might...
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by gonzaleseq | Jan 25, 2018 | Blog
Equipment failure in what’s supposed to be a fruitful time of your day is a disappointment for everyone in the field. Situations like that can slow down your workflow or completely freeze your schedule. As a responsible farmer, it’s in your best interest to avoid any...
by gonzaleseq | Dec 30, 2017 | Blog
Tillage is one of the most tedious chores farmers have to do. Tilling means preparing the soil to make it more conducive for seeds to germinate and roots to grow. You can do this by hand, with the use of some simple gardening tools, or tillage equipment. There are...
by gonzaleseq | Dec 20, 2017 | Blog
Winter is the perfect time to enjoy all your leftover harvest from your farm. But aside from enjoying your bounty of produce this cold season, you can still add to your stock by growing some edible winter plants. By using the right farming equipment and tools, you can...
by gonzaleseq | Nov 30, 2017 | Blog
Dogs are the third most popular pets in the USA today. Nearly every household in the United States owns a dog. Dogs are also often seen in farms because they are the best pets to have around in such areas. Aside from being perfect, adorable companions, dogs can be...
by gonzaleseq | Nov 10, 2017 | Blog
Disc harrows are excellent tools when it comes to cultivating and removing any packed soil or clumps when it is in the way of your planting. When purchasing replacement disc harrow blades, look for ones that will not just perform the task you need but will also last...
by gonzaleseq | Oct 27, 2017 | Blog
Proper maintenance of farming equipment ensures maximum productivity while minimizing downtime and untoward incidents. But safety and productivity do not come as a stroke of luck. A keen understanding of each equipment, plus proper and timely maintenance, are of...
by gonzaleseq | Oct 26, 2017 | Blog
Back to the Basics Everywhere you go these days, you’ll find urbanites showing great interest in country living and creating their own farms. Some attribute it to the toxic lifestyle in the city. Meanwhile, there are those who believe that the back-to-basics kind of...
by gonzaleseq | Sep 29, 2017 | Blog
Working with any type of machinery can be dangerous. Anything can happen when you are dealing with mechanical equipment. Human errors could cause injury or death. The same goes with farming equipment. It is important to treat tractors, plows and other similar tools...
by gonzaleseq | Sep 15, 2017 | Blog
Winter may give you a break from some of your farming duties, but not all. There are still plenty of chores that need to be done: feeding the livestock and keeping them warm, repairing fences, checking the condition of your farming equipment and more. Here are a few...
by gonzaleseq | Aug 30, 2017 | Blog
A disk harrow is often used in agricultural lands, farms, lawns, and gardens to cultivate the soil before planting seeds. This tool levels the ground by removing clumped and packed soils. It also removes weeds to ensure that the soil is at its ideal state for...
by gonzaleseq | Aug 17, 2017 | Blog
Farming remains to be part of the backbone of the country’s economy. However, in recent years, approximately 3,000 acres of productive farmland are lost to development. This indicates that a lot of people are turning their back on farming, believing that progress will...
by gonzaleseq | Jul 21, 2017 | Blog
Tractors and other similar farm equipment are essential tools in completing farming tasks. You need to keep them in tip-top shape even during the off season to ensure that they run smoothly once the farming season arrives. Here are a few tractor maintenance tips that...
by gonzaleseq | Jul 10, 2017 | Blog
Indeed, nothing is quite as satisfying as tasting a fresh heirloom tomato in August, with homemade mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, olive oil and salt. It’s not only a healthy treat but also a rather elegant snack that expands one’s tastes beyond the usual junk food...
