Two Changes Every Grazer Should Make To Portable Watering System

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As a grass farmer, I am always looking for ways to reduce cost on the farm. One area that I am always investing money is my portable water station. This year, I started using a water hose pressure reducer and a new trough float, watch this video to find how they helped me save money.

You will find that most hardware stores only carry the Little Giant tank floats. This is mainly because most people leave their water station in one spot and are not moving it daily. If you attend grass farm shows over the summer some vendors there will sell Apex and Jobe, both rank very high in my opinion.

*Products Mentioned:
  Apex Trough Float:   http://amzn.to/2zbrnAq
  Genova 3/4" Water Seal: http://amzn.to/2xKhea9
  Neiko Step-Up Drill Bit: http://amzn.to/2xKPGBQ

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