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"i like polaris because of the automatic transmission. switching gears makes moving cattle hard when you are switching from 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 and then back down to reverse," says green. "polaris just goes from low or high range to reverse."the atv accessory tools and 7.5v invisible fence batteries green can''t live without is a mesh rack for hauling fencing equipment. the racks are made by moose fence utility division and cost about $125.atvs can replace both pickups and leg work, producers say. "the use tools of a honda four-wheeler vs. my truck has saved big dollars," writes brad leonard, holt, missouri. kim queen, old fort, tennessee, says buying a second atv was a key management change, because "one of us always had to walk to the corral and check cattle."

the setup lets him cover about 100 acres a day, "if you really stay after it and the conditions are right."hay wraps save timehay wrapping equipment is mentioned by several producers as a top management change."a 12-foot discbine has reduced our cutting time in the hay field'' says keith mcconnell, owen sound, ontario, canada. "the best thing, though, is the new 648 baler we bought last year with the net wrap. i can''t believe how fast it is. it is like baling with two balers."net wrap costs more up front," says mcconnell, "but it saves time, fuel, and wear and tear on our equipment."