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I'm no guru, but surely not. Precision farming requires the management of a site first of all. I don't think those little smart garden pots count as a site. Precision farming might incorporate some smart gadgets like GPS and water monitors and those setups often allow for easy reminders and...

I'm not the best at this, unless I'm using someone else's equipment and then I baby it. I keep the oil changed and make sure the tires are filled appropriately, but that's about it. I'm not that handy.

Well, I've been mighty thankful in the past when neighbors have loaned me their equipment. Sometimes what I had would fail and sometimes I just wanted to try their equipment to see if it was worth the investment. I always made sure to return it as soon as possible and with a tank full of gas...

I think they're saying it's the highest output harvester that's available. It sounds might fancy, so you know it'll be top dollar. Might be worth it if you have a medium to large farm.

My thoughts? I trust them even less than I trust self-driving cars. One of the best ways to manage your crops, is to actually get out there with them. My tractor is high up and it allows me to observe some key things that I'd miss otherwise. Too much technology takes the joy out of farming...

I'm not the best in the kitchen, but I make a delicious cobbler that's easy to fix. You need: glass pan that can go in the oven bowl to mix the breading 1 stick of butter 2 cups of self-rising flour 2 cups of milk 2 cups of sugar 1 can of fruit filling of your choice If you want less...

My wife grows herbs year-round in our kitchen window. Herbs are easy starter plants, so just grow the ones you like to cook with and eat.

I've never been brand loyal when it comes to vehicles and I think those two are pretty equal in terms of quality. I consider the gas mileage, what type of load it can carry, and how long the warranty will last when it comes to selecting a vehicle.

It's a different way of life, that's for sure. What attracted you to this lifestyle? Is farming a family tradition or did something else hook you?

I like the idea of using less to grow more, but it seems expensive to get started. I know it's supposed to pay off in the long run though.

@Smarty Plants, many auction houses load pictures of the goods online, where you can check their specs and condition. Some have a preview before the auction starts where you can walk around and check things out in person. In the past, I've grabbed some specialized equipment I couldn't afford...

I'm a Southern boy now, but I used to be a Midwesterner. We used the deep litter method to help heat up the coop, though it was a pain to clean each spring. It's important to make sure there's good ventilation without letting a bunch of wind blow throw the coop.

Petal, I'd say it depends on how much you need to harvest, what shape the combine is in, how old it is, and whether they've maintained it. It's probably one of the biggest investments in equipment that farmers make, so I understand your dilemma.

Hi, MichaelS. That was sweet of you to make some soup for your wife. What kind of cheese did you use? I bet that's the problem. Also, most cheesy soup recipes call for milk or half-and-half to help make up the creamy contents. If you didn't add that it might explain why yours wasn't as...

I'm glad to see this because everything is done over the internet now and it puts small farmers at a big disadvantage when they don't have access. I don't think that will be enough money though. Oklahoma is awfully long and there are tons of rural areas.

My neighbors have a John Deere and once there's a problem, the software forces them to hire one of their experts to come fix it. My neighbors can't fix things themselves. It gets expensive and it costs them time as well. Are most tractors made like this nowadays? Are there any tractors you...