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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…
Planning for Spring: John Deere Equipment Upgrades for Homeowners
Spring arrives faster than you expect. Don’t let it catch you off guard this year! For homeowners across Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, and Arkansas, winter is the time to evaluate your equipment needs and make upgrades before the spring rush begins. Find Your Local Heritage Tractor Browse Residential Lawn Equipment Why Winter is a Smart Time…
Snow Removal Solutions with John Deere Compact Utility Tractors
Winter in the Midwest brings unpredictable snow that can limit access to your property in a matter of hours. For homeowners with driveways, landowners with pastures, and farmers with multiple buildings to maintain, John Deere compact utility tractors are an excellent choice for snow removal. Here’s a quick guide for turning your compact tractor into…
Keeping Lawns Healthy Through Winter with the Right Equipment
Some homeowners choose to leave their lawns dormant through the winter, and struggle to keep them healthy in spring. The work you do over the winter directly affects how your lawn looks when things turn green again. For homeowners managing up to 5 acres in Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, or Arkansas, the right equipment makes all…
Efficient Winter Work on Small Properties: Using PTO Attachments
Not all John Deere compact tractor owners have learned how to utilize their machines through the winter. In reality, your 1, 2, or 3 Series tractor can handle a surprising range of winter work on properties up to 10 acres. The key to unlocking that versatility is finding the right PTO attachments for your needs….
Maximizing the Off Season
With the equipment cleaned up and back in the shed, the “winter season” on the farm is rarely a time of rest—it’s the season of strategy. At Heritage Tractor, we know that the most successful harvests are won right now, across a desk or a shop workbench. To help you sharpen your approach for 2026,…
John Deere 8R Series Tractors: Post Harvest Projects and Prep for Next Season
Between fall harvest and spring planting, corn, soybean, and wheat farmers across Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois have the opportunity to tackle field work that sets up their next season for success. The John Deere 8R Series is the perfect partner for the job, purpose-built to deliver the power, efficiency, and precision necessary to maximize your…
Should You Trade In or Repair: What Makes the Most Sense Right Now
Fall is decision time for Midwest farmers. With harvest wrapping up and next year’s planning underway, many Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois producers face a familiar question: repair that aging equipment or trade up to something newer? It’s rarely a simple choice, especially when margins are tight and equipment costs keep climbing. Here’s how to approach…
How to Store Your Lawn Tractor for Winter in Rural Kansas or Missouri
Winter in Kansas and Missouri can be tough on equipment left unprepared. A few hours of proper storage preparation now can save you from costly repairs and frustrating problems come spring. Whether you’re storing a John Deere lawn tractor in a heated garage or an unheated barn, these steps will help ensure your equipment starts…
Fall Mowing and Brush Clearing: Best Tools for the Job
Fall is the perfect time to tackle overgrown areas and clear brush before winter sets in. Whether you’re managing a small acreage, maintaining trails, or cleaning up fence lines, having the right equipment makes all the difference. For property owners with John Deere 1, 2, or 3 Series compact tractors, Frontier attachments offer versatile solutions…
