For anyone in the business of growing crops or managing landscapes, wintertime is an opportunity to get some much-needed rest. Sleep and time with family should be priorities during the slower paced winter months. Once you’re rested, however, be sure to set aside a few hours for planning and organization tasks that will save you countless headaches once the growing season shifts into gear again. This list will guide you through the three most important things to keep in mind while you look ahead to another season in the field.
Consider Ways To Streamline Operations
One thing that commercial crop growers, hobby farmers and landscapers all have in common is that there is never enough time. Take advantage of the distance from the hustle and bustle that winter brings to consider ways to make your operation more efficient. Tools like quick connect tractor attachments are great ways to save time and reduce stress when you’re putting in long hours to keep operations running smoothly.
Create a Maintenance and Repair Schedule
Nothing throws a wrench in production like broken down equipment. Making a maintenance and repair schedule ahead of time is important to keep your equipment running at full capacity all season long. Write your schedule down and post it somewhere you’ll see it often. If you do the maintenance yourself, take this opportunity to make sure all of your tools and supplies are in order and stocked.
Conduct a Closet Check
Farm operators are often too busy taking care of the fields to take care of themselves. Use the winter rest period to make sure your personal gear is in good repair so it can keep you safe and protected during the season. This is your chance to order new raingear, steel-toed boots and work gloves so you’ll be ready when the spring comes.
With these activities complete, you can enjoy the winter months confident that you will be rested and ready for another season in the fields.
