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BUILD A BETTER BARN
WHEN IT’S TIME to tear down the old barn and build new, you know it. In fact, that rebuild project might be long overdue, but it’s a project that— when done right— can make life on the farm just a little bit easier. And, Lord knows with our non-stop work to be done, we could all use just a little bit more of “easy.” So let’s talk about what to consider that will save you time and money in the long run.
LOCATION: First, is the current barn or structure in the right location? Since you have to tear down and build new, you might as well consider if there is a better location on the property that just makes more sense for the purpose it’s used for.
MATERIALS: The next part— in my experience— is a no-brainer. If you have to tear down and rebuild, it is definitely worth your time to consider steel over any other material. Steel will not warp, expand, contract, absorb water, feed termites, rust, catch fire, or become a breeding ground for fungus. In addition, some insurance companies will reduce rates for properties that elect to use steel, because of its flame- retardant benefits.
USA Quality Steel Barns & Garages has been in Lakeland, Florida for the last 10 years. With over 3,000 structures erected for satisfied customers, we take pride in the fact that our buildings are safe with a guarantee that they will be able to sustain from 150– 180 mile an hour winds. If you have
any questions, don’t hesitate to give
me a call.
This column is sponsored by USA Quality Steel Barns & Garages.
by RON TISDAL
BIO: With 15 years of building experience, Ron Tisdal is the owner of USA Quality Steel Barns & Garages. Visit their website at www. USABARNSANDGARAGES.com. You can also contact Ron via email at rontisdal@usaqsb.com, or by phone at (863) 978-8586.
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These shots were taken of a farm before a nutritional program combined with hedging and topping provided by Advantage Hedging & Topping was implemented. Note the small branches without leaves, indicating the loss of nutrients and a starved tree due to citrus greening.
AFTER
The disease citrus greening was starving the trees and killing
the roots, but after a specific nutritional program combined with hedging and
topping, the grove shows a marked
improvement.
FROM THE POLK COUNTY
FARM BUREAU YOUTH SPEECH CONTEST, here are the judges, winner, and two runner-ups, left to right: judge Christian Spinosa, Dudley Putnam, Inc.; runner-up Alyssa Kersey; runner-up Taylor Ladd; judge Jamie Lang, PNC Bank; winner Abby Crawford; and judge Lauren Cline of Warner University.
FOR MORE PHOTOS from your Ag Community, turn to PAGES 30-31!
TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT this nutritional plan combined with hedging and topping program to improve the health of citrus groves, turn to PAGE 24. Photos courtesy of JONATHAN BROWN, senior vice president of production at Bethel Farms in Arcadia, Florida.
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