I hate to be the one to point this out Chris, but your friends rake isn’t doing a very clean job but i am not sure if it just needs a simple adjustment or possibly new rake teeth or maybe just take a narrower first pass when starting the first side of the row. I grew up farming and my grandfather was as particular about a clean field after raking and baling as you are about not scratching the counter weight on your excavator
My son lives in Wisconsin and his boss has acreage a mile from my son's house. His boss rents out about 10 acres to a dairy farmer that plants corn for the milk cows. I was lucky enough to be there one day when it was being cut, chopped , loaded and stored for the cows. It was awesome to watch and this video reminds me of the fun it was to ride alongside, like you were. Thanks for the memories@letsdig18.❤️
Looks like a good hay and a good yield. Had a small place back in the day with a few horses and plenty of pasture to grow our own hay. It's a fine feeling when you see your animals eating what you've grown. There was a big difference though. I used a sickle mower and a square bailer, a large barn and long conveyor to put the hay into the loft. But the neighbor kids made some money, got a work out, and a large cookout/ picnic when we were done. Good times, hard work and lots of laughs. Thanks for the walk thru the past.
Find someone with a "net wrap" baler like a Deere. They make a much tighter bale than string. Your bales will hold up much better for loading and transport...
I'm glad to see folks wearing hearing protection much more now than we did when I was growing up the farm in the 80s. I'm 51 now, and need to set up an appointment with an audiologist. Can't stop the ringing. Earplugs were "so uncool" back in the day. Now, I'd love to go back to my teenage self and tell him to wear the damn things.
Don't think I've ever seen anyone more proud of their hay field. It turned out great because all the hard work you put into preparing the field. Should yield well once you get the permanent grass planted.
Absolutely love your excitement in this video! We are a first generation farm, and understand what it's like to have these small victories after putting a lot of time and effort into something 🙂
You b.....y little ripper - as we Aussie's say. So happy for you and the animals LetsDig18. The farm continues to produce, pay for itself and give huge joy to all involved. Loved it - farm life is the best.
I will guarantee you this will heat up. Ryegrass has burned more barns than any other type of grass.
I hate to be the one to point this out Chris, but your friends rake isn’t doing a very clean job but i am not sure if it just needs a simple adjustment or possibly new rake teeth or maybe just take a narrower first pass when starting the first side of the row. I grew up farming and my grandfather was as particular about a clean field after raking and baling as you are about not scratching the counter weight on your excavator
Crazy how far all of this has came!! I remember when you first introduced the house to all of us!!
My son lives in Wisconsin and his boss has acreage a mile from my son's house. His boss rents out about 10 acres to a dairy farmer that plants corn for the milk cows. I was lucky enough to be there one day when it was being cut, chopped , loaded and stored for the cows. It was awesome to watch and this video reminds me of the fun it was to ride alongside, like you were. Thanks for the memories@letsdig18.❤️
Chris, we can hear the smile in your voice! Congratulations! I love how you and your neighbors pitch in to help each other out! 🌾🌾🌾🚜🌾🌾🌾
Looks like a good hay and a good yield. Had a small place back in the day with a few horses and plenty of pasture to grow our own hay. It's a fine feeling when you see your animals eating what you've grown. There was a big difference though. I used a sickle mower and a square bailer, a large barn and long conveyor to put the hay into the loft. But the neighbor kids made some money, got a work out, and a large cookout/ picnic when we were done. Good times, hard work and lots of laughs. Thanks for the walk thru the past.
Find someone with a "net wrap" baler like a Deere. They make a much tighter bale than string. Your bales will hold up much better for loading and transport...
Did we actually hear Chris say no to buying equipment?
I'm glad to see folks wearing hearing protection much more now than we did when I was growing up the farm in the 80s. I'm 51 now, and need to set up an appointment with an audiologist. Can't stop the ringing. Earplugs were "so uncool" back in the day. Now, I'd love to go back to my teenage self and tell him to wear the damn things.
Those are some sloppy bales lol
I’ve noticed that the comments have all been very positive about your hay crop. Everyone wants you to succeed with the farm.
Excellent yield for a first-time Rye planting-you should have zero issues growing everything you need!
Don't think I've ever seen anyone more proud of their hay field. It turned out great because all the hard work you put into preparing the field. Should yield well once you get the permanent grass planted.
Chris, you seem as excited about the hay crop, as a kid with a new toy !! LOL 😁 Hard work pays off at last !
Absolutely love your excitement in this video! We are a first generation farm, and understand what it's like to have these small victories after putting a lot of time and effort into something 🙂
What a transformation on that piece of property! Great looking hay; congratulations and best wishes.
Love it! $10 bucks says Chris has his own "hay toys" next year :)
I like the gray and black on your truck. It looks more unique the more I look at it. Nice truck
You b.....y little ripper - as we Aussie's say. So happy for you and the animals LetsDig18. The farm continues to produce, pay for itself and give huge joy to all involved. Loved it - farm life is the best.
The smell must be AWES0OME. brings back memories of 70 yrs ago on grandparents farm. thank you..............