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Is Milling Your Own Lumber Worth it?

May 12, 2026 · Countryside Contributor · Homesteading, Tractors & Farm Equipment

Is milling your own lumber worth it? Consider milling your own wood if you live on a farm with wooded acres and many building project needs.

How to Store Firewood: Try Low-Cost, High-Efficiency Racks

September 28, 2022 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Fences, Sheds & Barns

One thing we have in abundance here in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina is firewood. Last winter, we noticed that the number of wood piles on our neighbors’ properties increased dramatically.

Chainsaw Safety Gear to Get the Job Done Right

August 4, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Chainsaw safety gear, albeit costly, is a necessary addition to any operator’s collection of farm tools and equipment. Unfortunately, farmers tend to be prone to disregarding safety devices, safety equipment and user warnings.

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