Already Prepping for Spring

Here we are, in the dead of winter looking forward to the spring thaw. You might wonder what work there is to do at a farm in the middle of winter. Sure the frantic pace has slowed and everyone is relaxed compared to the “norm”, but there is still much work to be done.

I find myself looking over the cherry harvesting equipment; making repairs, modifications, upgrades and constantly looking for ways to improve the design.

These repairs are crucial to the work flow during the harvest. Many times a close look at the machines in the off season will save you days of headache and lost labor later in the year. Most of the repairs are simple, a little welding followed by a some wrenching will get the job done. Other times it is more complicated, these are the ones I enjoy the most. Improve the design of the machine in order to cut down on damaged fruit or costly repairs.

Well I am heading out, have to go do some ice fishing. What is work with out a little play?