Out Around the Barn

You could accuse a farmer of being many things – hard-working, individualistic, self-reliant – but “late riser” isn’t one of them. Most farmers are bounding with energy from the moment they wake up in the morning, which is a good thing. The agricultural trade is largely seasonal in nature, and a farm worker must make the best of every minute of daylight. In some cases, getting up before the rooster crows can be advantageous.

While the time before sunup is ill-suited for work in the fields, there are plenty of other chores that can be accomplished at that peaceful hour. For example, one could do some maintenance work on the tractor, head out to the barn to feed the livestock, or just work on a few home improvement projects around the ranch. I’ve found the cap light to be among the handiest farm accessories around as it gives me a reliable source of light and allows me to keep my hands free.

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