Farm Tips: Getting Summer-Ready
Summer is on the horizon and the heat here in Texas can get pretty unbearable. If you plan to work at your farm and remain outside most of the time, there are some essential tips you should know to survive the heat and take care of your equipment to ensure work doesn’t stop. If you want to stay productive and enjoy good health, here’s what you need to follow.
The experts at J5 Tractors have put together this brief guide to get you and your farm tools ready for the summer. Keep reading to learn more! If you’ve any questions, get in touch with us at one of our 4 dealerships in Conroe, Navasota, Buna, and Normangee, Texas.
Getting Your Equipment Summer-Ready
Machines tend to overheat during summers and tractors are no exception. Ensure that you follow the regular maintenance schedule and check to see if the oil and fuel levels are maintained. Clean the air filters to remove dust and dirt that may clog them.
Fire hazards are another issue you may want to avoid. Keep a fire extinguisher at your farm and at an easily accessible location.
Visit our service department if you need help servicing your machines at the farm including tractors and other agricultural equipment.
Tips for Your Health
From clothing to your diet to limiting the amount of time you spend out in the sun, take note of every aspect to stay healthy during the hot months. Stay hydrated by consuming a lot of fluids. If possible, take frequent breaks and head to the nearest shade to avoid exposing yourself to the sun for longer periods of time.
Plan your day in a way that you work outside in the mornings and evenings. The temperature is generally lower at these times which allows you to work comfortably. Wear loose, full-length clothing and apply plenty of sunscreen to stay safe from the harmful UV rays. Wear a hat and goggles for better protection.
It is advisable that you work with someone, especially when you’re out in the sun. This way you have someone watching over you and vice-versa. Familiarize yourself with the tell-tale signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. These are serious conditions that need prompt medical assistance. Look out for symptoms such as high body temperature, altered mental state or behavior, and dry skin conditions.
Be careful while working with pesticides, no matter how safe the advertisements say the product is.
Farming during summers can be tough; make it a little bearable by following these simple tips. Take care of yourself and the others at your farm, and if you need help with a tractor or other agricultural equipment, head over to a J5 Tractor store near you. We have 4 dealerships across Texas including Navasota, Buna, and Normangee, and we proudly serve all those in Conroe, so stop by today!