1,000,001 Use for a Backhoe (Video)

Aside from setting fence posts, digging holes or grading lanes, backhoes and loaders can help you complete routine chores around the homestead. Hank Will demonstrates how to use these versatile tools to turn large amounts of compacted compost to prepare it for use on your springtime garden.

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1,000,001 Use for a Backhoe (Video)

Discover how versatile a backhoe can be for routine farm chores, aside from digging holes or grading lanes.

Live The Good Life with GRIT!

Get the Nitty-GRIT-ty on Rural Living!