Pretty clever use of an auger. Fun watching it work! One of the advantages of throw and mow, perennial plotting, is you don't have to worry about removing stumps quickly, and let nature take its course. Of course drought is a MAJOR factor when it comes to perennial plotting.
It was fun to watch. I would think that even with the perennial plots you need to clean them up by mowing them right? I have planted lots of clover in small plots, but I always had to mow them. What are you planting?
@@bill-winke You're right, mowing is easier without stumps, but it's doable with them too. We plant a combo of winter rye, awnless winter wheat, a variety of white and red clovers, forage radishes, and chicory.
Yes, good products. That tree puller looks good: www.danuser.com/attachments/intimidator It is a lot like the one Ben uses. His is the MDS Treegator. mdsmfg.com/tree-gator/ Have a great day.
A skid steer would be really nice to have but then with the expense of the attachments, etc. I would have a small fortune in it. Better to just hire someone like Ben and get a lot done in a couple days without the big price tag. Have a great day.
That is awesome. I have a "stump bucket" for my tractor that does the job but takes way longer. A poor man alternative is cutting as close to ground level with a chainsaw (highly recommend carbide tipped chains) and then Tordon to kill it. HOWEVER, this method is way quicker.
There are also some natural methods that use chemicals to dissolve the stump. Not sure how long that takes and I am guessing you are still stuck with the outspreading roots along the top of the ground.
I use copper nails driven directly into the stump. The stump deteriorates very rapidly. It can be broken off at ground level in a season or two depending on the size.
