A Radical Change on the Farm
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- So something big is happening on the farm today...
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From a retired Plant Operator, get in the habit of ALWAYS lowering all impliments to the ground when you get off the tractor and if you are actually parking it, release the hydraulic pressure in all circuits after shutting down the engine.
It means that your seals are not remaining loaded between uses.
Its not going to matter if you leave the system pressurized once, twice... or even more but if its done for years it will shorten the life of the seals.
Lowering impliments when you get off is a safety issue.
Good reminder! I don’t own and never will need to own a tractor but it sounds very reasonable to me👍
Good tip, it’s the same with forklifts. I was always taught never trust the hydraulics as seals can fail.
@@k8m883 Same thing at my job, lower the forks when done.
also, you can never over grease.
Yup, my husband is now healing a gash on his eye from not lowering the forklift. Good thing he was wearing strong glasses.
It's so nice to see Lil' enjoying being an indoor cat and helping with the editing :) I'm sure the transition to being fully inside was difficult and stressful for her!
They could leash her and let her outside when they can, but I bet she doesn't mind the warm indoors during these upcoming winter months!
She needs a catio.
@@ionlythoughtit2890 If they already have a large patio/covered porch area, I could see that. Cats would scratch up screen-like material, but he could easily use hardware cloth to allow Lil to be outside without the outside dangers. As a city person, I always thought it would need to be chicken wire, but after Morgan's demonstration of how flexible chicken wire is, I've become a firm believer in the usefulness of hardware cloth. There are DIY suggestions using hardware cloth all over the internet, too.
Paramedic here. PLEASE be careful on hills with that thing - we love you too much to see anything bad happen to you! (Oh, and congrats!)
I knew it was just a matter of time but you surprised me. I didn't expect a tractor to show up for another year or two. Remember to be careful and trust your gut, because at your skill level if doing something with it feels sketchy, it is sketchy. :)
Me+tractor=sketchy. Me+spork=kinda safe ~8^)
it's a silly thing but I really look forward to "release the quackins".
it is to you & your wife's credit that you are working your farm with a business plan. Few take this business as seriously as running any major company! Bravo
not going to lie!!! I say it right along with him as he does it!! but than have to duck and cover before it looks like they run us over HAHA
Gosh, maybe Morgan is busy running his farm, working full time, and tending to his marriage. Here’s a tip - try writing your tip in all caps. It isn’t “yelling” at him, it just gets his attention. I just bet he appreciates tips from seasoned people.
I really love Pablo and Toby, theyre such good buddies and company.
dont forget the geese and house cat
Its Toby+anything. Hes just buddy material.
Yes
And the chickens plants and the ducks to
I don't own a farm, I don't live in a farm... But I keep watching your videos, why? It feel so good for some reason.
lol, didnt you say something about lil not being allowed in the office too? changing your mind all over the place, lol.
loved the cow parade.
Lol. I just commented the same thing.
Awesome tractor! I think you should get some goats to help reclaim your pasture. They will eat brush and small trees as well as the over grown grasses. That will free you up for other things. Then you can get in there an clear out the unwanted trees etc. You can sometimes rent goats if you don't want to buy them. Any breed of goat would do but with all the predators around I would get large goats with horns. Don't get them until spring and all you need to provide is an electric fence and water for them to drink. Once they have cleared one area move the fence to another area. Goats are amazing animals.
“No tractor” was right for you two years ago. Doesn’t mean it’s right for the future. Congratulations on reaching the next stage!
Now tell me you've cleared space in that huge barn to protect this investment.
A tarp will probably do until he has it cleared
@@KaitlynBurtonISaGOD A tarp tied to some sand bags, or socks filled with sand then sown, to keep the tarp to the tractor and grounded.
@Mike Barnes People steal tractors over there?
Here they keys are in the ignition while on some land in the middle of nowhere xD.
Every farmer will know where it came from, and normies don't drive em :P
@Mike Barnes he's not dumb lol give him a chance
I just realized my chickens have never seen snow either and being that my chickens can be dramatic to say the very least and my area is going to see snow within the week I have a feeling that their reaction will be worth documenting.
I've found that any animal that hasn't seen snow before is either freaked out, curious or both.
Good afternoon from germany! That tractor is a huge step, happy to see the farm develop so fast. Thank you for letting us be part of that adventure.
Love your mellow fun loving attitude about the neighbors cows. Some people would get all “get off my property!” And cause themselves and everyone else stress. But you took the higher road and had a empathetic and kind view of it all. That made it fun to watch! So yay! For you ! And your awesome attitude! 🥳😁👍🌺
Plus the neighbor showed up to get his cows back where they belong. I'm certain a fence repair was quickly done on the neighbor's side of the property. Some of those cattle are likely about to have a "really bad day". And go to freezer camp.
@@pstill9618 awe! 😕🙃Well I know a person can’t just breed them indefinitely unless they are rich and have vast land holdings 🤔🤷♀️
Made my living for 30 years with chainsaws, chippers and the like. Please be very careful when cutting fallen trees. The "Spring" of the limbs can be quite tricky to manage safely. I would be happy to show you how to cut safely in those situations if you'd like. Safe operation of such machinery is vital to the farms' success. I give away my knowledge.
Although Morgan appears to "like" these very valuable responses/comments on these videos, he doesn't seem to actually validate those "likes" with his thoughts or query those who have legitimate, long-time farm knowledge & experience. Personally, it feels a bit haughty. What say you, Morgan?
@@alliechampagne1404 youre reading way too deeply into this
Love to watch you evolve. Your plans, your house kitty love, your new tractor. Allison needs some more screen time
LOVE the tractor! Way cool! Amazing, so pretty, useful and fun! I am SO happy for you!
Now, Debbie downer: Rolling tractors is one of the major causes of death on farms so BE CAREFUL on hills and in making your pond!!! Really it’s so easy to feel confident with a big machine like that. You feel like you’re stable and OK And just want to get down there to the bottom of that ravine or something. Or you’re on an uneven field going around the curve and then over you go. I speak from experience. Be very cautious please !! We all love you! And congrats!
This. So much this.
Yeah. Wear the seatbelt! (Do tractors have seatbelts?)
I wonder if you need a heavy duty driving license to use a tractor in USA?
There was about a 2 year period that we lost 6 farmer to tractor rollovers in my very small county.
And a man I knew died when his lawn tractor rolled on him in a ditch.
It's not a joke. Many of these deaths were experienced farmers, so be careful.
@@PTRMAN Yes, they have seatbelts which I always have on and always keep the rollbar in the upright position.
My husband used to be a certified John Deere mechanic and he approves! (Very fine tractor).
I need a good JD mechanic to put a new clutch in my 96' JD 970. Darn thing siezed up and will not go in any gear... grrrr have a feeling it is going to be an expensive replacement.
@@robinwhitlatch4497 This was in Connecticut. He'd look at it if you were nearby :)
"Winter in vermont is hard"
Watching from Québec, totally get it man, hope you're well prepared and packed on grain!
Congrats on the tractor! Wasn't expecting it until next year with the incredible amount you spent saving lil!
America gets colder and emptier as you head north. Then bam, Canada and cities again! Y'all do winter different up there.
I'm in Edmonton Alberta. lolol
Do people agree that GoId Shaw farm is a amazing Channel.
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Yes. I'm a city boy now, but this is a great channel. I'm glad that he does not interject politics/religion to pollute this fine watch.
like beggar
About the tractor, lower the arm to the ground when you are done with it. Safety and it will reduce the stren on the arm itself, prolonging the life of it.
You will never regret having that tractor! That is one fine piece of equipment. My Kubota is named Klementine.
Love the new tractor...Kabuto is a very good choice I understand. What a time saver it will be this winter when the deep snow comes. Love the footage of the cows coming into your place. So funny as each one appeared from behind the bushes, got my laugh for the day. Even funnier when they were rushing home like Oh my gosh we've been caught. Thanks for sharing. As for no other predators, I guess Toby is doing a good job...even if he is not going back that far, they know he is on the property somewhere. Have a Blessed day and I am really happy the new tractor has come to join the family on the homestead...now what is her name?
it warms my black heart just a bit to see lil house cat keepin' on
Well done. It'll save time and your back! BTW. I read that if you put a carcass in a hole and then plant a shrub or tree over it, the growth is amazing.
I can't imagine doing the things I do without my tractor. I'm sure you'll find yourself using your WAY more than you ever thought!
Ok you caught me! I subscribed so lets give it a Gooooo!!!
@@mr.b6374 what are we giving a go?
You got a new, bright orange, shiny Tonka Toy for big boys. 🚜 I'm so happy for you.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
So happy for you that you waited and didn't go in debt still! As far as tractors go you got a good safe buy, nothing crazy outrageous. We wanted to watch you learning to drive for awhile tho!
We had 40cm of snow In Quebec on october 17th. Wasn't ready for it I had to shovel to get my carrots and beets.
I've had to shovel in the past to get carrots, but it was then a short drive to the grocery store .. so I was good to go ~8^) Take care.
Ahhh, North in North America. Yep even as far south as Ohio around Lake Erie, I have experienced snow at the end of September. That was the winter of 1972-1973. It lasted 9 months. Yes snow was finally gone In June 1973.
So happy you got a tractor :) but brought back memories of my dad saying you can't buy anything for the farm unless you build a barn for it 1st :)
Radical! Totally get why you don't Need an enclosed cab, you stay in tune with the climate, you hear the snow crunch when you walk, and embrace the rhythm each step creates, you're One of A Kind! The Good Kind!
Enjoying your journey!
Hi Morgan,
so your neighbour already knows where his cows went.
I'd email him the footages with a chuckle, so you can both laugh about it and improve relations.
And the tractor is a useful tool, you'll love it.
I'm excited for you, that's a big step. by the way I laughed so hard at the icicles on your eyelashes.
Question: Have you considered maybe selling the feathers you are left with after butchering? Like maybe bulk in pounds. I bet there are crafters and artists that would appreciate a good source for projects and such. (Like me c:) Less to worry about when it comes to cleaning.
im 20, grew up farming in michigan, had to sell the farm after the family was broken. Watching your bewilderment and excitement for life and its bounties reminds me of growing up. I look forward to watching you grow, just as much as each batch of youngings!
Anthony God bless you and your family I know where you're coming from!
love your farm you inspiried me to start geese farming on my farm here in Africa Kenya
Morgan, congratulations on being an owner of a new tractor! It's so bright and shiny! You must be having loads of fun with it! From the neighbor's cattle hanging out in your back pasture at least you now know it's a good area to keep your future cattle at. The neighbor's cattle must wander over there all the time since they know what to do when the owner shows up to get them back home.
Alas, the quacken is here on time! They’re never tired!
Congrats😀
LOVE SEEING THE CAT THAT IS AT HOME INSIDE NOW. And seeing the new tractor is amazing.
CONGRATULATIONS on your new KBodda. I can't wait for field clearing with the brush hog. It's so satisfying to make land neat and tidy. Be VERY CAREFUL about side tilting and all the other dangers that I'm sure your Operator's Manual will alert you to 1,000 times. 🚜👍🐾🐓❤️🇺🇸😺
Morgan We need “Green Acres,” Music video of you Driving the Tractor.
Well Ok Maybe do Whole Opening of “Green Acres,” With Toby, Pablo, Lil House Cat & End. “Release the Quacking!”
The Green Acres music would be very appropriate. When I read this comment I laughed!
Whoo Hooo! That's a powerful looking tractor. You are officially an authentic farmer. 😎 So happy for you.🙂
Hey, did anyone else see that 'Oreo' cow??
Oreo cow = Belted Galloway
A new tractor. That’s fantastic. I’m so happy for you. I loved the cow in your video. It was funny watching them go one way and seeing them chased back the other way. Actually I enjoyed the whole video. Keep up the good work.
I started watching you it was snowing, now it's snowing again.. what a year.. keep it up.
It was a good move to go new vs old. I am in NH and have rebuilt several old tractors for my small farm. My one bit of advice would be either load the rear tires or get chains before you try to do too much snow removal. You don't want to deal with getting your snow removal tractor suck and even with 4wd it will likely happen without chains or atleast loaded rear tires. To be honest that newer tread pattern scares me with respect to snow and ice so I would probably start with chains. You probably only need them on the rear tires. That said loaded rears are always helpful with a loader.
But I would really like a nice new tractor as appose to my antiques that require I be a mechanic as well as a farmer.
I'm not even a farmer Dan, and the first thing I thought of as well was that he should get chains for those tires.
I wouldn’t do chains they wear off the tread and are a pain to put on and off. Beet juice way to go.
@@thomaserke4197 Beet Juice? Please explain to this poor person from California/Arizona who has never lived near snow.
@@Sarafimm2 in the past they used salt water to load tires it rusted out the rims. Today they use a product made from beets which will not rust the rims. I still perfure to put tubes in before loading the tires but technically you don't need to with the modern Rimguard product.
@@thomaserke4197 I have used chains for nearly a decade on my old Allis Chalmers D15 with no noticable damage to the tread. They can be hard on pavement but if you have hills to climb or a 2 wd tractor they are priceless on ice. 4wd doesn't help that much when you have ICE under the snow you are plowing.
Good dependable tractor, might have been nice to have an enclosed cab ,with the weather extremes you face in the North East
Morgan, congrats on your tractor. My grandfather's farm, settled in 1811, used horse power for raising crops until the end of WWII. Then Grandaddy got a red International Harvester. He made a wooden platform for behind his seat so his grandaughters could ride along going up to Uncle Probe's farm. Around age 88 Grandaddy's daughters decided it was time for him to stop driving. His car went to my uncle's farm for repair and never came back. In about 1971 my sister and I went to the farm to visit. No grandma and grandaddy. It was ladies aid quilting afternoon. We called around and found them. Grandma had got on the wooden platform and off they went to ladies aid!
I am so glad that you have a tractor now. Your back will thank you!
I wonder if you will end up getting a backhoe attachment. We have one on our Kubota, and it is so useful. It gives us the ability to fix broken pipes, lay lines, dig ponds, burry animal remains and a host of other things.
"Winter here in Vermont are really though".
Finally someone who understand life in Quebec. :D
There is an entire genre of tractor content on YT... a good addition to your channel. Kubota is a good brand... congratulations on an excellent choice. Now time to accessorize... hole augur, stump grinder, the sky's the limit.
Woohoo!! Congratulations!! Beautiful tractor!! 🏎 that’s gonna make the snow plowing so much easier and now your project list just got a whole lot longer 😄 lil barn cat looks so happy and cozy inside glad she endured some camera time for us!
Awesome addition! I went a year and a half at my place before I bought a tractor with a loader and backhoe. Don't know how I survived without it. Went 8 years before adding a JD Gator to the farm. Again, I don't know how I survived without it. As you get older, you inevitably make a decision between what you can afford to buy and what you can afford to physically do.
Lil' Housecat, Assistant Editor
I’ve been following you since the beginning...great investment this tractor, you’ll save your back.
Oh, by the way, yesterday I put on long pants for the first time this fall, only because I was invited to dinner, haha.
Regards from Athens.
Its so evident that Toby adores you! glad your able to follow your dream.
"Everywhere I look I see work to do..." I know that feeling and I don't need to deal with snow.
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Come on over to Minnesota... it looks (and feels) more like December here.
🙄❄️🤸
Toby must be really happy with the temp going down with that huge coat. :D
His fur is growing back in
Wow, she’s a looker! The 🚜
Can’t wait to see what you name her.
To begin I love those birds.....was pleased to see Lil in your lap. Really enjoy your videos......thanks
The four-letter word snow🐾
Ah...it’s not that bad
@@sadqqwwqeq4175 I think you just want to avoid all the "bushes" turning into trees that are too large to be mowed.
Well Mr Gold, I think it’s great you got a new tractor but I think you’ll wish you had gotten an enclosed cabin for it, heat in winter when you are out plowing snow and A/C in summer when it’s blazing hot outside.
The other thing, got my 2-T-Shirts having to do with Releasing the Quackens and All Ducks go to Bed in blue and orange; and two hoody’s in blue and orange. Your the first You Tuber I’m following to buy their clothing line.
Even just adding a removable clear plastic cab will help with your snow plowing. It keeps the wind off you and the snow out of your eyes while you're plowing. Very nice tractor. Love the orange of the Kuboto.
think that might also be sold separate?
and hey, he at least has it before winter kicks in hard
I applaud you for wading into being a farmer rather than diving in the deep end and having expensive equipment that you don't need... I must add, that's a very sexy tractor!
“Setting a little money aside...nothing crazy”. I love how you’re so relaxed about a 5 digit purchase without debt in just over a year. That’s a fantastic accomplishment. It’s in our plan too...but that’s probably not a 2 year savings purchase....maybe even a 6 year or after purchase.
it' helps that they purchased their property in cash so they don't carry a mortgage. That kind of freedom allows him to re-invest all of his TH-cam income/merch sales, etc. back into the property. Plus, they both have well paying full time jobs.
Yeah, it’s feeling more like December over here in Minnesota LOL. Also, right as you were about to say, Release the Quackin! One of the geese that was already outside was honkin right with you. Probably calling the quackin out as well. You should figure out which one that was lol. I wonder what the rest of the flock thinks of the parks and wreck gang. Like why are you four geese hanging with ducks? You're supposed to be with us lol. I do notice that the geese that hang with the ducks try to quack, they sound slightly different.
great choice !! i think you might want the cab version though (heat/AC) ?
I love watching all the videos you make, lil the house cat, Toby dog and the chickens along with the geese and ducks
Morgan congrats on your purchase. I watch Al from Lumnah Acres use his small Kubota with a mower deck around his homestead. Besides cutting grass, He uses it to reposition his coops and pig-mobile, collect firewood, maintain compost piles, snow removal, gravel driveway maintenance, etc. I'm sure you'll be glad you'll be glad of your investment.
We have 7” of snow on the ground here in Spokane,WA. My chickens, ducks & geese won’t come out.🥺😓
Hey! Im about an hour and a half south of you! Warmer weather at the end of the week!
@@Krystal907 -I know downtown Spokane will be in 40’s but I am up in the mountains so will stay in the 30’s here maybe low 40’s.
I'm envious. I lived in Moscow-Pullman for 15 years and miss the snow and mountains. Little of either here in Indiana.
@@stuarthall3874 -Moscow/Pullman only got a rain/snow mix this time. It will be coming your way soon.🤓🤩
understandable, no critter likes cold toes
We are working our way out of debt before we can add a 'new' tractor. In the meantime we are able to borrow my brother in laws 😂
LOVE your farm and the way you care and talk to your animals. The place has really come on since I started watching. Kudos my friend. So nice to see your editing assistant having a cuddle. Bless her. Great Tractor by the way. Take care and be safe. Hugs from Carole in UK.
How I miss Vermont! So beautiful. I know your farm is a lot of work, but it is also lovely to look at.
Do you ever bring him inside and like wash him im curious could you do a video all about how you take care of him
Pablo or tobydog?
the tractor?
@@MrTeddy12397 I was thinking the same thing
The delivery guy?
Toby is a special type of working dog with a special type of fur coat and fur undercoat. I think Morgan only washes Toby during the summer and brushes him when he sheds or needs the extra help. Personally, I would think it would comfort the geese if Toby's smell changed very little--he may even smell a bit "duck/geese-ish". Not sure how well predators smell Toby's body scent versus his "marking" his territory scent which would be much stronger smelling. Plus, Toby has a nice deep "big dog" bark that he uses liberally to claim his farm territory. Most land predators will avoid a dog's territory unless they're really hungry and can visually see prey. That said, it doesn't work as well with small dogs and I've heard of people buying the dung of large predators like lions to keep large dogs off their lawns when they've had issues with neighborhood dogs. It'll be interesting when Morgan gets his new puppy (to do farm duty with Toby).
7:02 Looks like you might get a cow on your farm sooner than you thought.
He's already had cows on the farm. Trouble is, they aren't HIS cows!
Just love your videos. Seeing things 2 yrs ago. Hope you are still filming.
Fantastic tractor. You saved for 1 year and bought that... WOW! Congrats!
What year is the tractor or how many hours on it? Definitely it will cut your snow plowing time over half. Set aside a maintenance/emergency fund.
Its new surely, he has over 100k subs now
Your leghorns are like ehh snow whatever... Out temp dropped to like 40 and mine wont come out
Mine won't come out either .... whoa ... wait ... hmmm, just remembered that I don't have any chickens ~8^) Take care.
@@straubdavid9 lol i have enough for both of us. I have 20 and a broody momma laying on eggs lol.. But only two leghorns
My barred rocks are pecking around in 20 degree weather, ice all over everything 🤯
@@TotallyNotRedneckYall everyone else seems unaware its colder just my two leghorns lol
Ya made a good choice. Kubotas are really built well. Be sure you grease it regularly, makes them last that much longer. Love the cow round up, that's great! Thanks again for including us in your adventure.
Adjustments to plans come and you saved up for it. Congratulations!
after you've had you new toy for awhile you will ask yourself why I didn't buy one sooner. I would be lost without mine
Notification gang!!! What’s up?!
yolooooooo
Love the Kabota Tractor with a camera mount, to watch how it totally changes how farming's done.
AWESOME !!!!! A TRACTOR...!!!! YEAH !!!! You will enjoy plowing snow and mowing your fields...Happy for you..
Hey, GSF. You should name your new Tractor. It's also good to know that Lil's Barn/House Cat's medical bills didn't prevent you from purchasing the tractor. Bye...
What’s your favorite potato chip?
Oh and nice tracker
Cape Cod salt and vinegar chips
Congratulations on being a new tractor owner! May it make your life fuller, easier and more varied.
My husband has 3 tractors, because they each have different jobs🤣 but he bought me a Bobcat, with a bucket and forks, last year and I love the thing! So handy on a farm. Congratulations on your tractor purchase!!
Seems like your allergy to cats has been cured with the catfood you've been feeding lil with
barn tractor, feral cows.
The cattle were not on my 2020 bingo card. 🤣
I think you'll not regret the tractor at all.
Beautiful tractor! You should have gotten the enclosure with it. Air and heat come in handy! Enjoy!
The dark mystery of Gold Shaw Farms...
they raise flesh craving cows! o.o
*Next project* - opposable hooves!
😊 so awesome that not once did you get mad that your neighbour was trespassing… his cows got loose and he was getting them back … some people might have been bent out of shape but you saw it as a cute moment and sign that it’s a good future cattle grazing spot 😎
I appreciate your dedication to not going into debt. Thanks for another great video!
Dear Morgan, Congrats on the tractor purchase. Just discovered your channel. Subscribed tonight!! You and your wife are wonderful. City folks discovering the JOY of the land. Difficult but your lovin it. All the BEST. Cathy M northeast Pennsylvania ps loved your rant
Thank you!
Hard work has earned you your new toy ! Look forward to you making the absolute most of it this winter! 😉
I think you made a great choice that thing is a front end loader
beautiful, Congrats !
My friend had one and sold it , regretted it
Cool beans, you will be glad you have the tractor, especially the plow this winter. Congrats! I used to live in the snow belt so I know what a pain lots of snow can be. I'm in Sun City, Arizona now and don't have to shovel the sunshine. Enjoy your tractor.
Now I know what a Kubota tractor looks like. When I was in Missouri, I heard the commercials for this but I never went to a farm store.
It looks like a nice machine.