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Water Troughs Make Out Of Plastic Barrels
We spotted these low-cost water troughs built out of plastic barrels in the English farm magazine, Practical Farm Ideas.
They were built by Geoff Linkleter, Northumberland, U.K.
"Cut the barrels in half lengthwise. Leave about 8 in. as a cover at one end for the ball float. Mounting the trough in a wooden c
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Water Troughs Make Out Of Plastic Barrels LIVESTOCK Beef 21-5-10 We spotted these low-cost water troughs built out of plastic barrels in the English farm magazine, Practical Farm Ideas.
They were built by Geoff Linkleter, Northumberland, U.K.
"Cut the barrels in half lengthwise. Leave about 8 in. as a cover at one end for the ball float. Mounting the trough in a wooden cradle holds it steady.
"The Linkleters have used these quick and easy troughs in their lambing shed for several years without problems. They find they are sturdy enough to work with cattle as well. The savings over commercial troughs is significant."
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, D. Linkleter, West Farm, Kirkheaton, Northumberland, U.K. (ph 01830 530339). (Practical Farm Ideas)
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