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Why Hobby Farmers Are Switching From Tiller Attachments to Box Blades for Garden Prep
A rotary tiller is a versatile and valuable tool – but it’s not the only tool for turning soil. More and more, we hear hobby farmers and diversified DIYers opting for a box blade when it comes to garden prep and year-round use. Here, we’re looking at what sets the box blade apart, and where…
The Best Tractor Seats for Long Days: Top John Deere Comfort Features
Spending hours in the operator station reveals a hard truth: tractor comfort isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. For homeowners and farmers across Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, and Arkansas, a comfortable seat makes all the difference when working long days in the field. When comparing John Deere 1, 2, 3, and 4 Series compact tractors, understanding…
Understanding Tractor Depreciation: How to Maintain Value
Tractors are significant investments, and like any equipment, they lose value over time. But how much they depreciate depends largely on how you maintain and use them. Whether you’re planning to trade in a few years or keep your tractor for decaces, understanding depreciation helps you protect your investment. Find Your Local Heritage Tractor How…
Where to Buy Farm Equipment Parts in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Illinois
Whether you’re a farmer, a homeowner, a DIYer, or a landscaper, it’s important to keep your equipment in top condition with high-quality parts. When it comes to John Deere farming and construction equipment, Heritage Tractor is your go-to shop in Missouri, eastern Kansas, Illinois and Northwest Arkansas. We’re happy to be your choice dealer for…
Best Equipment for No Till Farming: A Sustainable Approach
No-till farming is a relatively new strategy that applies just what it says to standard farming practices. Rather than spend each new pre-planting season tilling the soil to remove cover crops and organic waste from previous crop yields, no-till farming uses the leftover material to enrich the soil and encourage better crop production. Beginning in…
5 Ways to Cut Costs and Save Money on Farm Equipment
By Caleb Hennington Let’s face it: farming operations are expensive. From purchasing equipment to maintaining crop health with herbicides and fertilizers, agricultural operations require significant investments if you aren’t ready to fork up a good amount of cash to start your operation, you might be in for sticker shock when it comes time to buy….
Best Equipment for Cattle Farming and Livestock Operations
By Caleb Hennington For cattle and livestock farmers, there’s nothing more important than making sure you have the very best equipment for your farming operation. While there are many different types of equipment, from tractors to implements and attachments, there are some vital pieces of equipment we think every farmer should own to make their…
John Deere Compact Tractor Specs
John Deere’s compact utility tractors are the perfect versatile tools for homeowners, hobby farmers, homesteaders and much more. The only question is: which one is best for you? To decide, we’ll have to take into account how much land you’re dealing with, how much space you have, and what sorts of chores you’re working on….
Implements for Hobby Farmers
A Hobby Farmer’s Guide to John Deere Tractor Implements | Heritage Tractor Hobby farming–and all land management–is a balancing act of obtaining the best tools for the job and minimizing your overhead investment. That means that versatile tools and equipment can make all the difference. John Deere’s compact tractors are compatible with dozens of implements…
Are John Deere compact tractors worth the cost
So, you’re deciding which sub compact tractor is right for you. What do you need? How much can you budget? Is the John Deere brand really worth the price tag? It’s a big decision. There’s a lot of factors to consider before choosing the right small tractor for your needs. Among features and reliably comes…
