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    Ask the Mechanic

    Headache Relief

    Steve Thompson answers readers' questions about all things mechanical.

  • Check your trailer's tires for condition, wear and pressure before every trip. (Steve Thompson)

    Ask the Mechanic

    Safety Tip of the Month May 2026

    Steve Thompson answers readers' questions about all things mechanical.

  • Tiffany and her family at a show animal auction (Courtesy of Tiffany Dowell Lashmet)

    Our Rural Roots

    Tips To Cure Auction Angst

    Here are helpful tips to survive show animal-shopping season with family members.

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    Ask the Vet

    What Causes Retained Placentas in Cows?

    Dr. Ken McMillan responds to a readers' questions about farm veterinary issues.

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    We'd Like To Mention

    A Hopeful Shade of Green

    Spring is a season of hope, but when it comes to grain markets, it's also the season that typically results in the best prices.

  • EGR valve (Steve Thompson)

    Ask the Mechanic

    Burning EGR Question

    Steve Thompson answers readers' questions about all things mechanical.

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    Family Business Matters

    Succession's Secret Sauce

    Strong friendships provide crucial emotional support, accountability and shared wisdom that can help senior generations navigate difficult leadership transitions.