About the Author

Jeremy Chartier

At 12 years old, Jeremy Chartier became involved with his local 4-H group, later joined the local FFA chapter, and showed livestock until his college years. After graduating from the Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture at UConn, he joined the University of Maine’s Poultry Service Provider training program. Today Jeremy sells started pullets to local backyard farmers, is still involved with 4-H as a poultry showmanship judge, and writes about his passion for farming.

Top 10 List of Farm Tools and Equipment You Didn’t Know You Wanted

December 9, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Over the years of setting fence posts, fixing barns, and repairing equipment, I’ve built a little collection of specialty tools to make my life that much easier.

Flammable Materials on the Farm

November 18, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Flammable materials are abundant on every farm and homestead. Barn and coop fires are an unfortunately common issue, but there are a few critical things we can do to avoid a catastrophe.

Firewood Management With Pallet Forks For Tractors

October 8, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Pallet forks for tractors and other tractor bucket attachments are great complements to your wood-splitting tools. From dragging logs, bucking, moving and storing split wood, your farm tractor will be an indispensable asset as you prepare for the winter ahead.

Firewood Management 101

September 29, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Self-Reliance

Wood-splitting tools have enabled homesteaders to survive and thrive for centuries. Just like many of today’s tools we use on the homestead, there have been some marked improvements since the days of yore.

The Best Way to Loosen Rusted Parts

September 3, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Is there a best way to loosen rusted parts on the farm? I’m sure there is, but I’m more inclined to say; there’s the best way for each situation.

How to Build a Foundation for a Shed

August 2, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Knowing how to build a foundation for a shed is the all-important first step of adding barn space to your farm or homestead. Laying a strong foundation for any project is key to the longevity of the structure, regardless of construction type.

Grease Zerk Fittings to Keep Things Running Smoothly

July 7, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

When and how to grease Zerk fittings is something many of us don’t think of often, but regular greasing is a crucial part of routine maintenance for your tractor and other critical equipment.

Driveway Graders For Small Farm Tractors

June 30, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

A driveway grader implement is one of those often forgotten but surprisingly useful compact tractor implements. Those of us who are fortunate enough to have homesteads with any appreciable amount of acreage can agree; long dirt driveways can be challenging.

The Best Rifle for Farm and Ranch

June 12, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Homesteading

Picking the best rifle for farm and ranch duty has an awful lot to do with personal preference and your unique situation. Sometimes the best rifle is merely the one closest at hand, but if you’re in the market for a new rifle for predator control, there are a few things to consider.

Baling Hay On The Homestead

March 11, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Baling hay is a staple of livestock farming. The very act of harvesting hay has been the lifeblood of farmers for centuries, which is why it’s become the most iconic farm chore right next to milking the cows or collecting eggs.

The Best Wood-Burning Stoves for Off-Grid Living

January 16, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Self-Reliance

Picking the best wood burning stoves for your homestead is a personal affair. Factors including your budget, your intended use, and personal preferences will largely dictate what stove you choose.

Diesel Injection — When Even the Best Small Farm Tractor Fails

January 9, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Click Click, Click Click … I’ve come to really hate that sound this year. Our 15-year-old John Deere 5105 (one of the best small farm tractors) has been causing us a lot of grief lately, including leaving me hopelessly stranded in a pile of snow last winter and dying on me when I was mowing a field a good mile away from my tools.

Decoding Tractor Tire Sizes

December 29, 2019 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Different sized tractors call for different tractor tire sizes, and styles for that matter. Understanding the gibberish printed on the sidewall of your tires is your first step to understanding what you need to buy to properly shod your mechanical workhorse.

Changing a Tractor Tire Valve Stem

November 8, 2019 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Add to Favorites A broken tractor tire valve stem can put a damper on your day. We use our tractors in some pretty rough terrain, but I’ve found that dealing …

Getting Started with an Oxy-Acetylene Torch

October 30, 2019 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Add to Favorites The oxy-acetylene torch is one tool I can’t live without. Working on old trucks and farm implements alike, you’re bound to find yourself in need of a …

About the Author

Jeremy Chartier

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