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The study of the operation, care and repair of farm implements becomes increasingly important, with the steady growth in the use of farm machines. The purpose of this book to assist instructors in farm mechanics in giving a thorough and practical course study. The book divided into six distinctive sections ranging from the preparation of the seed bed to harvesting. The high schools and agricultural colleges of various States are doing a very commendable work in teaching farm mechanics to the young men who will be the farmers and agricultural leaders of tomorrow. It is designed especially for those who make a study of farm mechanics in high schools, colleges, and short courses with the expectation of applying the knowledge gained to actual farming or to the instruction of others. It provides detailed information and instructions on how to use and care for dozens of different machines—including: plows diggers planters harrows harvesters pulverizers tillers pickers loaders spreaders presses listers drill cultivators mowers rotary hoes sowers binders Brief Contents: (1804–1886) was an American blacksmith and manufacturer and the founder of Deere & Company, the largest agricultural and construction equipment manufacturer in the world.