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Installing Your Hoop Building

Ackerman’s offers turn-key installation with lead times of 6-10 weeks. This means, after you decide exactly what you want, your work is over. We will work with the manufacturer and the builders from the ordering process to the canvas installation to insure you have a...

Does lighting matter?

The lighting inside a hoop building versus a traditional enclosed building can have significant effects on animals. Let's dig into different lighting conditions and their effects on animals: Hoop Building: Natural Light: Hoop buildings often use natural sunlight as...

Ways to make the most of a Hoop Building

Hoop buildings offer versatile solutions for a range of agricultural needs. Whether you require equipment storage, hay protection, livestock shelter, or even a space for calving and plant propagation, these structures provide a covered and controlled environment to...

Get Your Assets Out of the Elements in 4 Simple Steps

Are you tired of watching your valuable assets weather under the harsh elements? Whether it's farming equipment, vehicles, or other valuable possessions, keeping them exposed to the elements can lead to costly damage over time. Fortunately, Ackerman's Equipment offers...

Key Considerations When Buying Used Equipment

As seasoned farmers, you understand that having the right equipment is crucial to running a successful and efficient operation. While purchasing brand-new machinery might seem appealing, many farmers are opting for the practicality and affordability of buying used...

Top 5 Reasons to Buy an Iva Sprayer

In today's agricultural world, farmers are constantly seeking innovative solutions to boost productivity and streamline their operations. One such innovation that has transformed the industry is the Iva Sprayer, manufactured by Iva Mfg. These sprayers have gained a...

6 Basics of Soil Restoration

Soil restoration is the process of mending the structure, nutrient level, and viability of your soil. Even though a lot of soil deficiencies are caused by human practices, such as conventional farming, we can reverse the consequences greatly by observing a few basics....

Does it Pay to Make My Own Bales?

Do you want to know if making your own bales will be more cost-effective than conventional hay-making systems? Unfortunately, we can't give an answer that will fit everyone's situation. However, we can give you some things to consider when comparing your current...

How Bale Wrappers Benefit Farmers

Bale wrapping is one method of hay storage and production that has been gaining attention over the past decade. The potential of having better time management, less storage loss, and higher nutritional value in feed has had many wondering, would a bale wrapper be a...

Should Chicken Eggs Be Washed?

For those new to raising their own chickens or purchasing farm-fresh eggs, understanding the proper ways to store and prep an unpasteurized egg is important. The question is, is it actually safer to wash an egg straight from the coop? Washing an egg gets rid of...