Farm Collector is a monthly publication celebrating vintage farm equipment. Since 1998, Farm Collector has featured unique collections, extensive renovation projects, early farm practices and related attractions. Enthusiasts also turn to Farm Collector for previews of notable shows and auctions, and extensive classified advertising
Farm Collector
Proud of his heritage
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
SPROUTS
WANTED: GADGETS, GIZMOS & CONTRAPTIONS
SINGING THOSE WASH DAY BLUES • Early laundry process defined by relentless and grueling labor
TAKE IN A TRACTOR SHOW IN EUROPE • YOU LOVE TRACTOR SHOWS HERE: EVER WONDER WHAT THEY’RE LIKE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ATLANTIC? YOUTUBE MAKES IT EASY TO FIND OUT!
LEARN THE LINGO • GET THE BEST RESULTS WHEN YOU USE THE RIGHT LANGUAGE
THE FAMOUS PASTIME • The story behind Maytag’s first clothes washer – and the company’s eventual industry dominance – showcases American ingenuity and innovation
A PERSONAL PASTIME STORY • AUTHOR DISCOVERS AN UNEXPECTED LINK TO EARLY WASHER INVENTOR IN HIS FAMILY TREE
FARM COLLECTOR • RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS FOR THE VINTAGE FARM COLLECTOR
Preserving a LEGACY • ILLINOIS MAN USES OLD IRON TO BRING FAMILY LEGACY TO LIFE
RAISING HOGS • IT TOOK MORE THAN A LITTLE WORK TO RAISE HOGS – BUT HARDLY ANYTHING AT ALL TO MAKE THEM HAPPY
THE LINE UP AND & SHOW SPECIAL EVENTS