Baling Hay... and Things Are Still Breaking!

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  • We start baling hay for the 2019 hay season... so much for problems coming in threes. We pull out the John Deere 6120R for the first time this year. What could possibly go wrong now?
    Every day is a new learning experience for our family. Join us as we carry on Scott's legacy in our North Texas hay fields. We love and miss you, Captain Skittles!

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  • @isabellmizizzy214
    @isabellmizizzy214 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Keep on keeping on! Every problem is truly a learning experience and is part of farm life. Hugs to you and your family for continuing on with Scott’s legacy.

  • @ScotWalt858
    @ScotWalt858 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Nice to see you be able to smile and laugh through some of your trying times. Sending good thoughts and prayers your way.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! She is definitely healing and being able to experience joy again.

  • @user-kf9fv1qj9u
    @user-kf9fv1qj9u หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great job Kim running the baler

  • @jacobzink1963
    @jacobzink1963 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just want to say thank you to your family. Because of your videos I made my first hay ever, this year. I had a great time doing it and am glad I did. THANK YOU

  • @cntslesfabrication
    @cntslesfabrication 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The whole family is doing a wonderful job taking on so many new things and doing what it will take to get the job done.

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! We are giving it our all.

    • @cntslesfabrication
      @cntslesfabrication 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@caraatnorthtexashay3043 you are and your doing a wonderful job learning along the way. I know you're Mom is so thankful for you and the boys stepping up to help her with everything she needs help with and there's not alot of kids that would do what you are doing. Let Mom know I'm serious about building her the new grapple for the farm. I told her if she buys the materials for the grapple I would fly down to build it for hee for free. I know Scott wanted to get 1 built for this Season and I would love to make it happen for the farm so you don't have any break downs because of it and after I finish the new grapple I will repair the old grapple so you have a back up on the farm.

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cntslesfabrication I just had a conversation with her about you and she remembers that you had offered to do that for us. We so appreciate your willingness to help us out! We are still trying to decide if/when to invest in another grapple, so we will let you know!

    • @cntslesfabrication
      @cntslesfabrication 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@caraatnorthtexashay3043 okay perfect. I understand that completely let me know what the family decides when you do. If you can send me pictures of the 1 you have right now I can get you exactly how much the materials will be so you know the number to help with the decision. poteetefabrication@gmail.com.
      Thanks Cars hope the rest of the week goes good. Ryne

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cntslesfabrication That would be a tremendous help. I will get you those pictures sent to your email today!

  • @Tbear7000
    @Tbear7000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great job y'all.. Hang in there, and the boys are learning and doing a awesome job.. And Kim you're doing awesome job too.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are definitely getting a crash course. The boss lady keeps us in line, too!

  • @johnfottrell3924
    @johnfottrell3924 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I think you all are doing great. Keep it up. It's not easy, but I love to see your family smiling and working together.

  • @loadpin
    @loadpin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You have a fantastic Family, we all know Scott’s got a huge smile on his face watching his crew take over and make it happen. Great video once again, God Bless.

  • @timhottinger2166
    @timhottinger2166 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I completely understand what yall are going through. My mom went through this.
    I tell my wife to watch and pay attention to what I'm doing, because I may not always be here.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Smart thinking, Tim. I'm so grateful that I spent time with him outside. I still have a learning curve, but it makes things so much easier.

  • @Abritinluzon
    @Abritinluzon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are all doing such a great job such a learning experience for you and your family but on the bright side every day that passes it will become easy for you all hope its all going well now and the weather is good for you god bless you all

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We definitely hope it will get easier along the way. Waiting for a stretch of rain to pass before we can move forward with any other fields. Thank you!

  • @dougbarber4209
    @dougbarber4209 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Iv been watching your channel for over a year now, I thought you guys made a great team! I was shocked to hear the news about Scott, I personally learned a lot from watching him. We are up in Utah and have a smaller hay business putting up small square bales in fact after I showed my wife a few videos of you in the tractor making hay she decided that she wanted to give it a try on our farm!! Let’s just say I don’t get to bale anymore, she loves it. So I just wanted to say your doing amazing, it is so cool to see family’s pull together to get the job done. Your boys and you are killing it!!! Thanks for continuing to post up videos and taking us along for the ride!!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Doug. Tell your wife hello for me. I love that she took over the baler. She sounds like my kind of lady.

  • @JohnDoe-jq5wy
    @JohnDoe-jq5wy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Proud of y'all. There is great love for y'all.

  • @canvids1
    @canvids1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bless you lady you don''t give up and you have lots of folks that will help you in many ways keep up the great work. You will get through the hardships and get it done.
    Thanks for showing the good and the bad of farming.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We're essentially rookie farmers and so we feel it necessary instead of teaching from a point of mastery like my dad, to teach from our mistakes.

  • @williamwimer2074
    @williamwimer2074 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your welcome and very blessed with family and friends..you'll make it.

  • @devartt1
    @devartt1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Great job,Hope ya'll have a bang up year. I don't think I've ever seen that barn that empty. Good luck.

  • @4gauge10
    @4gauge10 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great work and your helpers are doing just as well.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks. They are killin' it out there.

  • @toddgriffis896
    @toddgriffis896 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hard working family!!! God bless y’all!

  • @alexfrankoropezaherrera5368
    @alexfrankoropezaherrera5368 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The truth is, they're an admirable family. The way to deal with this change of life and with a great disposition, makes them creditors of my respect. I ask Almighty God for all the strength necessary to move forward in his work.

  • @tonyburelle6633
    @tonyburelle6633 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Excellent video Kim, You're all doing so wonderful, both problem solving and getting the baling done, interesting about the stemmy hay you have, and the number of pads you have per bale, thanks for sharing

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We are trying to get little bits of information out there each way we can!

  • @hello6488
    @hello6488 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Im glad other subscribers have been able to step up and help you all out. Again you all are doing an awesome job, take care and God Bless

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have the most amazing subscribers...EVER!

  • @mikeoneil2281
    @mikeoneil2281 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    god bless you all. break downs are just a way things go but fixing them is the challenge you have to overcome

  • @gustavorocha6149
    @gustavorocha6149 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Glad to see you pushing foward. Love your videos

  • @steverosenberger8671
    @steverosenberger8671 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We are having a hard time here in Michigan. A lot of farmers only half of their corn in. We can go no more than 2 or 3 days without it raining. We have been getting only about 30% sunshine. We have 5.5" of rain above our normal rain fall. I wish you guys good luck.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here with the rain. We are already stopped again. It's been a crazy start so far.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I feel for you. I can only hope it will turn around but I've heard we are in for a wet season. I wish you the best!

  • @arthurtrevino9844
    @arthurtrevino9844 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What a great family effort. God Bless

  • @streetrodder2846
    @streetrodder2846 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I haven't got enough thumbs to compliment your fortitude... Great job, ya'll. 👍🏼 👍🏼

  • @greenhorn223
    @greenhorn223 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great job to your whole family!
    I admire you for pushing on and doing what Scott started.
    I always watch your great videos you do a good job giving us great content and you are doing great!
    Keep it up waiting for the next video

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Hopefully we'll break some of that camera shyness and have more quality content later on!

  • @1995jug
    @1995jug 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When you are farming things go wrong part of it you guys are doing great job Scott would be proud of y'all.

  • @mattclark8436
    @mattclark8436 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are all doing great! So happy to see everybody getting through the difficulties and moving forward. One of the things that always impressed me was your sense of humor which you haven't lost. God bless and take care. As always looking forward to the next installment!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Matt. Maybe a dry sense of humor... with a lot of sarcasm? Haha!

  • @joehairston4159
    @joehairston4159 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Before too long you guys will be able to do this in your sleep. Hang in there, we're all rooting for you 👍

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That will be a day of celebration. Thanks, Joe.

  • @brandoncaldwell95
    @brandoncaldwell95 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honestly, I personally hear and see enough negative at work being a dispatcher for Emergency Services and 911 call taker. I know many officers and EMS see it also. This is therapy and mind clearing to watch. I admire, and support the strong bond to continue where things where left off with just the knowledge of before. I know Scott knew a lot on the entire process, and its tuff to move along not knowing as much. Scott also gave a bit of advice with my land which is just as difficult as y'alls'. Being sorta new with the hay aspect, I'm happy learning for others mistakes to know what not to do and/or pay attention too. I'm glad to see the entire family pull together and the hard work. Im sure Scott is looking down proud at whats being accomplished, and yalls way of life contuing on without out him there physically any longer.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Brandon. I definitely don't know as much as Scott did, but I picked up more than I realized. We hope we are making him proud.

    • @brandoncaldwell95
      @brandoncaldwell95 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorthTexasHay Im sure he is looking down proud. Im just as sure Scott is around helping in his own ways too without you noticing. Maybe teasing and testing yall too.

  • @michaelfrey644
    @michaelfrey644 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guy's are doing a great job, I know Scott is looking down and is very proud at what our all are doing. Keep up the good work. Sending prayers 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 that you all get through this.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Michael. We want to make him proud.

    • @michaelfrey644
      @michaelfrey644 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorthTexasHay you are making him proud just by doing what you're doing

  • @augustreil
    @augustreil 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great job working through all those mishaps, hoping it goes easier for you next time. Thumbs up !

  • @tewilgo
    @tewilgo 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry to hear about Scott. I lost my dad when I was 14 & my brother was 9. My mother was a school teacher & wasn't really involved with the farm. We rented out the farm & bought a 200 acre grass/crop ground place closer to her family. Needless to say it was a learning experience. With the help of neighbors & friends we made it thru. Hang in there. You'll make it. I have always enjoyed haying & enjoy your channel.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing. Means a lot to us.

  • @joecliffordson
    @joecliffordson 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey y’all from up north. Glad I’m not the only one with equipment breaking all the time. Course my newest piece is a 1972 1370 case. The rest is 50s and 60s making all small bales. I can’t wait to get an accumulator and grapple. I’ll probably gain twenty pounds. we make it work don’t we. You guys are an awesome family keep up the good work.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      And the less you have to work by hand, the more you want to snack. Lol! Thank you, Joe.

  • @dananelson479
    @dananelson479 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Proud of you. Bouncing around as you do is stressful. Literally beats you up. Thanks for sharing the reality of it. Makes me admire you more. You tube is a community. I'm grateful for all those helping you out. Y'all bless me out of my socks, brothers and sisters.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much. We try to keep stress to a minimum. We will stick together through it all!

  • @1HoosierFarmer
    @1HoosierFarmer 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Impressed again with how you are doing. I made round bales of hay and silage one year with various problems with equipment needing to buy other equipment. I ran out of money needing to go back to corn and soybeans. I had been across Texas a couple of times in 1976. I saw cactus and barren land but I had not seen hay fields at all. You are making great hay and doing well running and fixing the equipment.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! By the way... West Texas looks a lot like that.

  • @ml2trick
    @ml2trick 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great Family Team Work.

  • @jasonkoehn1074
    @jasonkoehn1074 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great job guys

  • @JamesCouch777
    @JamesCouch777 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing what farm life is all about. I grew up on a farm and have owned my own farms for the last twenty years. It's hard work and when people put that food in their mouth very few of them ever think to thank a farmer.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very true, James. Thank you.

  • @michaelevans7013
    @michaelevans7013 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a strong woman just keep believing and building community to help. Love the videos and seeing the journey.
    Challenges just seem like the normal ones. Quick to solve once you know what to look for and how to fix.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She's definitely a strong woman! Also a great boss lady as she keeps me in line!

  • @shakes7333
    @shakes7333 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really miss you guys. Hope all has been well with everyone. Miss the videos. Hope you guys are still farming. Im sure Scott is still there in spirit :-)

  • @leeharkrider9030
    @leeharkrider9030 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    just WOW!!! Scotty would be so proud of all of you. Cody is a natural with the claw.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope we are making him smile. Thank you, Mr. H.

  • @Northern_Farmer
    @Northern_Farmer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's how it goes sometimes...I know my balers take a couple hours to work out the years nap and find there legs!!

    • @piperdoug428
      @piperdoug428 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha ha, yeah if you take it from the shed to the field and it works flawlessly you get a real uneasy feeling eh, lol.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think I've ever seen a baler work right off the bat in my limited exposure!

  • @MrMharley
    @MrMharley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Y’all are doing great , dont give up !

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We aren't giving up. Thanks, Mike.

  • @tedbarton503
    @tedbarton503 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi keep up the good work I love your videos I’m sorry for your loss I lost my wife to cancer last year it’s tuff you’re doing really well Regards Ted 🇬🇧👍👍👍👍👍

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so sorry for your loss. Words can never truly express the pain that is left in wake of a passed loved one.

  • @troyrutledge1663
    @troyrutledge1663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the video. When I started watching you tube was to learn about the round baler I had bought when I found you two. There's a pin on the right side of the baler. Open up the tale gate and let the pin out and let the gate down takes the tension off the belts.

  • @sherylgreen3538
    @sherylgreen3538 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i think your a wonderful strong woman i truly enjoy your videos I'M from a family of framers God bless you

  • @ihus9950
    @ihus9950 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to see your baling, nothing but rain up are way. You and your family are doing a great job.👍

  • @ronc.9872
    @ronc.9872 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Doing a great job. One tip on the rake, push each basket out an extra two or three feet before trying to hook up the arms. Turns the wheel back to the running position and will make it so much easier to hook up the arm as the fulcrum point (wheel bearing) will be closer to the basket instead of in front of it. Been there, done that, Vermeer R23A.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I totally know what you're talking about. I can see that when they push the arms out. Thanks, Ron.

  • @mikeoneil2281
    @mikeoneil2281 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    farming is so much different from when i was younger i handled 10000 bales a summer by hand. i really like the way things are done today with all the machinery. i probably would have stayed doing it if we had the equipment ya all have today

  • @suzylarry1
    @suzylarry1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have to say SCOTT was a very good teacher, you all appear to be getting the just of this. the old saying , "if it was that easy , everyone would be doing it " great job all !

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I spent many hours with Scott while he worked handing tools and holding things. I'm so glad I did. And the saying is so true. Thanks, John.

  • @Ham68229
    @Ham68229 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't ever feel bad that you have high moisture, just the nature of hay sometimes. We used "salt" to help dry our square bales, it does work. No such thing as over cautious either.
    As someone mentioned, Scott made that claw look easy but, in reality, it's not. Practice and patience, main thing is patience. We made our square bales weight roughly 100 lbs. and of course, we loaded trucks by hand. Take a chain, with the gate open on the round baler, tie the chain around the tensioner bars for the belts, close or lower the gate, this will allow you to release the tension off the belts. Won't have to separate the belt to flip it back to it's correct side.
    Great video as always. Keep your chin up, this all apart of farming period. Cheers :)

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your advice and tips. Noted and much appreciated.

  • @andrewskirmontskirmont5386
    @andrewskirmontskirmont5386 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you open the round baler gate up halfway it should release tension on belts. There should be a cylinder safety lock to keep the baler from closing on somebody while inside it

  • @jrbpa5775
    @jrbpa5775 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy to see you all getting it done. Nothing easy about it, I watched a lot of videos of Scott fixing equipment. Your subscribers are a great resource, glad they’re helping out. Good luck and thx for the video!!!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome subscribers. Thank you.

  • @freewillie301
    @freewillie301 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So glad you are keeping the channel.
    Very best to you and yours!

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was a family decision as we felt a mixture of feelings to continue it. Ultimately, support all around us urged us to continue.

  • @arthurbuckyelksjr7918
    @arthurbuckyelksjr7918 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Family working together keep trying don't give up. I know it gets tiring when stuff breaks and you wonder what to do next. Keep your heads held high and keep on trying. Have a great day and be safe

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Arthur. We are taking it all in stride.

  • @wranther
    @wranther 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ya'll be doing yourself one fine job down there in your hay fields. Some days are to make hay, others seem to be make repairs. Each of you are doing a fine job! Hope you have the time each day while together out there to just take a moment, maybe two, perhaps in the stillness of an evening, to celebrate your growing accomplishments! -Bob...

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Bob. Those are the best moments - looking out over the field with a sense of accomplishment.

  • @96chevydually6.5L
    @96chevydually6.5L 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job! Scott would be very proud

  • @detroitdieselpower1
    @detroitdieselpower1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s a learning process that never seems to end. New equipment just brings new problems, but never the less, don’t stop learning. Finish the race no matter how long it takes you. Your sons are doing a great job. There’s no glamour in farming or any skilled trade for that matter. What there is, is respect and a good strong hand shake with confidence. Be safe and strong. God Bless!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So true, Matthew. Thank you.

  • @ianwindley70
    @ianwindley70 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    you and your family are doing an amazing job,keep it up

  • @rogerholloway8498
    @rogerholloway8498 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are taking the task to heart and conquering it as you go! Proud of all of you!

  • @217daryl
    @217daryl 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Having some breakdowns at the start of the year is what it is all about by the time you get to cutting and baling the next crop you should have most of the bugs worked out and the machinery ready to go! Keep on pushing forward and keep in mind that Scott is watching from above and is proud as hell that your making it go!

  • @floydfarms1578
    @floydfarms1578 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job sticking with it! Maintenance is always the hardest part, but it also makes you learn how the machinery operates so don't get frustrated and before you know it you'll all know just what to watch for and be able to be faster at repairs. I learned the same way you are when my grandfather passed in 2014. Keep going and you'll do great!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We are sticking with it. I already feel more comfortable with the equipment.

  • @michaelratliff7775
    @michaelratliff7775 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sure do miss yall! 🙏😷

  • @bumpadoesthings
    @bumpadoesthings 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hard work + Family + Long days = Respect. Keep up the hard work folks.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Though the days can be rough and sometimes we get irritated with one another... Or them irritated with me more commonly, we end the day that much stronger as a family

  • @raykrv6a
    @raykrv6a 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are awesome. Working together to continue on and getting it done. Totally impressed and happy to see. Scott's humor in the past videos always made me chuckle.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seriously miss his humor. He made everyday fun! Thank you for your support.

  • @Mr42960
    @Mr42960 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know it is very hard now but every problem makes you more intimate with the equipment and soon you will learn what to analyze and adjust prior to hitting the field and eventually the unplanned breakdowns should diminish.
    I am still enjoying your videos and am glad you are making them and you about make this old guy cry tears of sympathy watching your struggles.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm hanging in there. As you said, it makes me more intimate with each piece of equipment. It's a crash course; that's for sure.

  • @williamkeehn3637
    @williamkeehn3637 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The round bales look really nice and for being a beginner you did a good job especially with the carbonation you use in with the rake ahead of the round baler as one unit
    I believe that Scott is very proud that you are taking the bull by the horns and getting the job done
    Do to weather in wet ground I cannot make my head but at least I could enjoy watching you make yours see the look at your face that you're accomplishing something in a few more days this will be so second nature to you you know the machinery inside out
    Keep up the videos

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, William. Wishing the best for your season.

  • @LVFFarmVlogs
    @LVFFarmVlogs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    It wouldn't be farming if things didn't break!

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Amen!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Totally agree. Let's get most of them out of the way up front.

    • @farmerike-treasuredhavenfa66
      @farmerike-treasuredhavenfa66 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ain't that the truth lol It's always something! Especially when you're in a rush or rain is coming!

    • @michaelmactavish1728
      @michaelmactavish1728 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      the towns new $139,000 newholland 115hp tractor been breaking down and parts falling off and not working the tractor wich sucks

  • @evankibbe590
    @evankibbe590 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the second time i have watched. Here is some information on keeping the square bails from getting hot in the barn
    I get loss trace mineral and sprinkle it over every layer of hay .
    It will help it cure with out molding or burning . I do that every time.
    It's something livestock needs anyway and it's not expensive. A 50 pound bag will last me several years. I don't put up that many square bails anymore. But works.
    And live stock loves the hay .😊
    God bless ya'll.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a new one, thanks!

    • @evankibbe590
      @evankibbe590 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@treyatnorthtexashay4603 been doing that for fifty years. My Dad and his Dad did and I Amish that salt there hay to .

  • @belindakt
    @belindakt 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so proud of you Kim! You are handling your full plate like a pro. Everything looks so good. Everytime I see that New Holland with the claw on it, I expect to see Scott come crawling down out of it- I really miss him, as I know you do. I'm sending my love & support your way, hun, so proud of ya....

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words and thought

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Belinda. I miss him every day. Big hugs!!!!

  • @roynelson7613
    @roynelson7613 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kickin ass and Takin names. You guys are amazing and I know there are so many of us that is very proud of each and every one of y'all and you have a great looking family sweetheart y'all could be in a movie that's for damn sure you guys have overcome and adapted the videos are awesome I don't think I left the comment on last video but I did watch it you guys did a great job with the water leak and I'm with you on that better safe than sorry you guys have a good one sweetie nothing but big love and respect from South Carolina❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍👊👊👊👊👊👊👊👊😊😊 oh yeah big shout out to all your subscribers helping you they're great people that's for sure😊😊😊

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Roy. You're too kind.

  • @user-kf9fv1qj9u
    @user-kf9fv1qj9u หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video

  • @kerryburke3864
    @kerryburke3864 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The lad did good. It is not easy as the view is limited and judgement comes with time. Agree with a previous comment. He will be a master by the end of the hay season. Cheers.

    • @user-kg1gn9ts4v
      @user-kg1gn9ts4v 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      He gets better each day! More soon on his new accomplishments.

  • @rc3140
    @rc3140 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Remember to keep smiling and farm on 👍🏼

  • @drawbar217
    @drawbar217 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking good!, More tips from the humid East, Don't pushdown so hard on the claw, I see it has already broken from that. If you can park the wagon perpendicular to the barn door so you back away from wagon and turn and go straight in barn, then back out and turn away from wagon, then turn into wagon, it saves a lot of motion and is faster, better visibility and no hitting posts in the barn, nice straight fluid motions. Here we make a 36" bale with 12-14 flakes ideal but less than ten and they lose shape and more than 15 and it slows down the bales per hour. Here 13% is plenty dry, up to 16/17 is our upper limit before adding preservative and then 24 is tops, but we have different types of hay. Also here we rake a few hours before baling to get that extra drying in the fluffy windrow. What is your market for small squares? Here it is 80% horses and yes they are picky, picky. This year is a disaster so far, with all the rain, prices are 150% of normal (?) and going higher. Hay Hud out.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      drawbar217 Thanks for the tips. We are just trying to handle the claw exactly like Scott did. He pushed hard and moved quickly. I’m sure Cody will find his own way and figure out what works best for him. That was hour #1, day #1! We live in ‘Horse Country’ if that tells you anything. And yes, the type of hay can cure and bale differently.

  • @johnmills186
    @johnmills186 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great respect for what you are doing young lady. The boys will figure it out quick.

  • @aaronv1559
    @aaronv1559 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it guys, I’m sure yawl might have fused a few times behind the scenes when things weren’t going rite but that’s ok. It just shows everyone wants to get it done and done rite. Emotions!!!!! Scott is so proud of his family!!!! Keep hard at it guys!!! Just remember farming ain’t for sissy’s or yuppies!!! Love this saying and hopefully yawl can use it to get thru a hard day!! “ TOUGH TIMES DONT LAST BUT TOUGH PEOPLE DO”.

  • @mattphillips4260
    @mattphillips4260 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    just a little pointer on th 3 point hook up for the trailer the top link needs to be longer where the ball is needs to stand straight up and not tilted so far back to the tractor

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the info. I'll let Cody know.

  • @johnbrown9623
    @johnbrown9623 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Practice makes perfect. I think your off to a great start. Keep your chin up and Stay safe. God Bless Ya'll

  • @obrienmark44
    @obrienmark44 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You all are doing great . It's nice to have friends that will help. Cheers and Well done.

  • @1topfueldrag
    @1topfueldrag 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    from one North Texan to another, Kim you and the boys are doing great. You couldn’t make a better round bale, hang in there

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much. Hanging in there - I promise.

  • @2009deerejohn
    @2009deerejohn 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so proud of how well you guys getting on down there! Really kinda envious of the way you do small square’s because we did them all by hand and we didn’t have a conveyor, not that I’m bitter or anything, I mean who doesn’t love handling hundreds of bale’s of hay 3 or more times individually between the field and the barn😂🤦‍♂️😂I did it nights and weekend as a side gig to my full time excavation job for my uncle and his dad so watching you guys do it as a family and work through all the issues that arise is really special to me:)

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That means a lot to our family. Thank you so much.

  • @patk4863
    @patk4863 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    These videos came up as a suggested last week and i cant put my finger on it but i must have watched about 20 of last years videos since but its a fun watch. Sorry for your loss with your husband he seemed like a fun character. Keep up the good work.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      He was the BEST. Thanks, Pat.

  • @richardvernick4280
    @richardvernick4280 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    North Texas Hay,
    Love the videos, I am at the other end of the country only can give you moral support, It is super great to see a family working together on the farm. Great that you have great farm folks that can help in a pinch. I wish I could jump in the video and help when thing go wrong. That must be that old farm boy in me coming out. Again it doze ones Hart good seeing the family working together on the farm.
    Take care work safe with that equipment.
    Richard

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We are being safe. Thank you, Richard.

  • @jetegtmeier71
    @jetegtmeier71 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so glad your still posting, I hope it's therapeutic for you and your family :) And I'm so happy you have friends to help when you don't know how to fix something :)

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We really are enjoying making these videos to share with all of you! We would be lost without all of the friends and TH-cam family that have helped us so far this season!

  • @kennymysak2079
    @kennymysak2079 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are doing a great job it's all going to be a big learning curve but you will get there and theres nothing wrong with playing it safe with the bales until you get it all figured out. Keep up the great videos

  • @txlonghaul21
    @txlonghaul21 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    its just start up troubles everyone goes thru them you guys will get it worked out and things will get smoother. keep up the good work we believe in you

  • @roberrtbiniaszewskijr.4501
    @roberrtbiniaszewskijr.4501 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I sure Dad is Proud of hole family !!! Working together .

  • @mouscj3
    @mouscj3 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on all of your Accomplishments so far...
    Please don't get discouraged about when stuff breaks...
    Just remember that Equipment is Man Made and Everything has Problems and Breaks Down at some point...
    Congrats to your son on figuring out how to use the CLAW....
    In time and with practice he will be able to Master it in no time...
    And never hesitate when asking for help...
    There are plenty of Good Folks around that will lend a hand when needed...
    Great Job and Great Video...
    Thanx for sharing...
    Andy......Southeast Missouri

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, Andy!

    • @mouscj3
      @mouscj3 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@caraatnorthtexashay3043
      You are So Very Welcome Miss Cara....If I can ever Help...

  • @Buck1954
    @Buck1954 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love watching the square baling rig. It's a fascinating contraption.

    • @treyatnorthtexashay4603
      @treyatnorthtexashay4603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's an awesome get up and eliminates an additional rig and frees up another hand!

  • @jackbaker5284
    @jackbaker5284 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So proud of you guys!!!!! Kicking ass and taking names....Jack

  • @lazybastardgarage
    @lazybastardgarage 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You and your sons can do this, may God be with you.

  • @macdawg6403
    @macdawg6403 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can see Scott smiling :)

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahhhh... that makes ME smile. Thanks.

    • @macdawg6403
      @macdawg6403 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorthTexasHay The loss of Scott affected me. It's the first time I had to deal with a loss of someone I knew "online" and was confused how I should feel. I did shed tears.

  • @garysoutham8746
    @garysoutham8746 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Kim , good to see you are still busy. I am a long time subscriber and LOVE watching your videos. I have ( i think) seen all of your videos. Cant wait to see the next few. Hey i hope you didnt get caught in that winter storm that blew through Texas. That was a doozie. Take care , and all the best from Ontario , Canada.

  • @michaelsailors7794
    @michaelsailors7794 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep y'alls head up. Hay equipment has its ups and downs. Y'all are doing great, Scott would be proud, keep on digging it will smooth out . Look forward to seeing y'all progress on

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Michael. Keeping our heads up and our spirits high.

    • @michaelsailors7794
      @michaelsailors7794 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorthTexasHay yes ma'am. I do hay for my cows in ga. It can be a challenge

  • @farmerjer9339
    @farmerjer9339 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im a small hobby farmer, who puts in around 500 to 600 square bales into my barn a year....Neighbour cuts and bales it and drops it in the field and me and my old truck haul into the barn. Almost cried when i saw that grappler pick up a dozen with out blinking an eye!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The grapple is amazing once you master it.

    • @farmerjer9339
      @farmerjer9339 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorthTexasHay well maybe if i win the lottery someday I might get one! Mind you saving up to get my own tractor first, sick of renting the neighbours! ...not bad considering i started this little hobby farm side project with 500 dollars 8 years ago! Now butchering 12 pigs, 300 chickens, 100 turkeys, and 8 to 10 fattened cows every year!(feed over 15 families)....muck all the manure they make out of the barn by hand! Only equipmemt to break is my shovel, wheel barrow and my back!

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@farmerjer9339 I know it's hard work, but it's so rewarding.

    • @farmerjer9339
      @farmerjer9339 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NorthTexasHay it is very rewarding, just wish it could pay the bills! But when I see the crap rich people in the city feed their families with, compared to the bounty on my table Im okay with being "poor!" When my 4yr old, wants a steak instead of going to McDonalds i know i have done my job!

  • @mikeoneil2281
    @mikeoneil2281 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i miss y’all. hoping you are doing well god bless you

  • @dudleyglass2845
    @dudleyglass2845 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Crazy the difference in hay making across the country. I'll never think twice about 13% moisture hay. I start spraying preservative at 17.5% and call it quits at 25%.

    • @NorthTexasHay
      @NorthTexasHay  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dudley Glass We can get away with it in July and August but not with high ground moisture and high humidity. The bales were sticking in the high 13% and some higher. I’m just trying not to create another problem.

  • @antonyfarming
    @antonyfarming 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are doing a great job not only learning as you go but fighting with the weather puts a lot more pressure on the boys are doing a great job with the bale grab they're not the easiest of things to use 😬well for now take care and stay safe Antony 😀

    • @caraatnorthtexashay3043
      @caraatnorthtexashay3043 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Cody is doing great at using the claw and will just get better and better with practice. We are very proud of him for taking on the task of learning it!