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Eric again

03-06-2002 19:20:21




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As some have suggested, location makes a bit of difference as to putting hay in stacks or inside. North Central Indiana. Also, we plan to raise a grass/alfalfa hay. I'm now a bit confused about rakes. I hear some talk about "dumping"? It still needs to be turned to assist in the drying process doesn't it? I guess I always thought the thing you turn it to dry was the rake, or are they the same thing. Remember, I have desire, enthusiasm, and energy but no brains.

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paul

03-07-2002 11:46:42




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 Re: location/climate in reply to Eric again, 03-06-2002 19:20:21  
The old horse drawn rakes were 'dump rakes'. They are just giant leaf rakes, drag across the ground, when you get enough you 'dump' it & go again.

The newer style is a side rake, where spinning bars with tines sweep the hay to the side into a windrow.

Then there are wheel rakes, which have big giant wheels with tines around the edges that also sweep the hay into a windrow. Some can be adjusted to also ted hay.

Then there are all types of tedders, windrow inverters, crimpers, and mower-conditioners. But, you did say cheap, so we ain't gonna talk about those. :) They would provide you better hay in your climate, dry down quicker, etc.

--->Paul

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eric

03-13-2002 05:46:13




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 Re: Re: location/climate in reply to paul, 03-07-2002 11:46:42  
With regard to hay raking. The old horse drawn rake can be tractor drawn??? Furthermore, I assume you would "drag" and "dump" the grass after a drying period, but without moving it into a windrow would it ever dry enough?



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