New Horseforum.com format was launched in November 2020. Unlike the old format, the new format technically enables a member to edit their own posts after publishing them in a thread, or in a discussion, as threads are called in the new format. For preserving integrity of the discussions (/threads) and other content posted on the forum, the Moderating Team has created rules for members and this new editing privilege, and following includes important information which one must be aware of... PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING (Updated 08/29/2023 ..read more

What is your favorite equipment? Stuff you could not live without! Could be a tractor, side by side, mower, even a golden rod wire stretcher ..read more

Thought some of y'all might get a kick out of my DIY arena drag, I tried to make it after the "arena rascal pro" by ABI equine, I can't wait to try it out ..read more

What is your "go to" piece of equipment on the farm/ranch? Mine is the backhoe. We would put forks on the front for handling big bales, use the backhoe part for everything that might require a shovel. It was always dependable, started easily, and good to run. Yours ..read more

Looking around on the internet youtube the cheapest thing out there for moving rond bales is a roll behind device at Tractor Supply Company for $999.00. I have a sub-compact diesel Massey Ferguson, the specs say the 3 point hitch can lift 1190 lbs. I read that the biggest round bales weigh about 1500lbs, so that ain't gonna work! You tube shows a "round bale dolly" that looks cool, but can't find where to buy! I was thinking of maybe trying to get a hood from a car at a junk yard, and... Slick way of moving round bales ..read more

New Horseforum.com format was launched in November 2020. Unlike the old format, the new format technically enables a member to edit their own posts after publishing them in a thread, or in a discussion, as threads are called in the new format. For preserving integrity of the discussions (/threads) and other content posted on the forum, the Moderating Team has created rules for members and this new editing privilege, and following includes important information which one must be aware of... PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING (both older and newer Horseforum.com community members ..read more

Hi all. My wife and I are looking to purchase an equine property and we’re pricing out equipment. She knows everything about horses, and I know next to nothing, but nonetheless I’ve naturally been appointed head groundskeeper. The farm we’re looking at has two arenas, a 180 x 80 indoor and an outdoor of similar size. What width (and what brand if you have a preference) arena drag would you recommend for daily use? I want to cut down on time as much as possible, but the heavier / wider I... Arena Drag Size Recommendations ..read more

Help.... I'm stumped.... Some background information... Kubota L series 33 hp. HST transmission...2 years old. I recently purchased a used steel 3 point rake so I can drag and disburse the manure in my pasture and fields better. In the past my large garden tractor I use for mowing my yard we used pulling a small rake that bounced along behind and did a decent job... That garden tractor though now needs babying so I bought the rake for the farm tractor. So...is there a way to "float" the... 3-point rake ..read more

I need a bush hog, but am not sure what to purchase. I have about 5 acres of rough brush, honeysuckle, wild grapevine, 4 foot tall Kentucky blue grass, garlic mustard, stinging nettles, and pokeweed (just to name a few). I have rather steep slopes and will be attaching it to a 4 wheeler to navigate the hills. Any advice on what I should purchase and how much this should cost ..read more

Total newbie here. Come next March 1 I will have 13 acres of neglected pasture (on the 20-acre parcel we are buying) to rehab - I'll be cutting down the locust trees and brushhogging and mowing. Obviously I am going to need a tractor. I am used to shopping on the internet - in the past for cars - so I have the process down. But I could use your thoughts on my thoughts. I have been on TractorHouse looking at tractors in 2 categories: before ROPS and after ROPS. My wife insists on ROPS... Looking to buy a tractor; on a budget ..read more