All This Rain Isn’t Great for Your Mower, Either

It might seem like we've barely had two days in a row without rain or snow since ... Thanksgiving.

The precipitation has been pretty consistent, causing headaches for farmers and homeowners alike. Your lawn probably has been growing like crazy but good luck waiting to mow until it's dry — it's going to start raining again soon.

We checked with Art White, of White's Farm Supply, for tips on how to deal with long, wet grass:

1) You probably want to mow anyway. I mean, no one wants to plow through grass that is a foot or taller, so there are going to be times when you mow wet. It's still important to only cut grass to one-third the height but remember cutting wet grass can dull the blades faster.

2) Don't run in standing water. This is a safety issue; you can't really be sure what is in standing water.

3) Consider traction problems. Some specialty tires can help you get better traction in wet areas, but Art wouldn't suggest purchasing them unless you've experienced traction issues in past seasons. This wet season is a likely an anomaly, so there's no sense in spending money on tires you'll really only need for a couple months.

Of course, if you aren't getting the results you expect from your mower, White's Farm Supply has factory-trained technicians who can inspect and repair your mower for you. They have five locations where you can have your mower serviced, and if you don't have the equipment to deliver it to them, they have a fleet of vehicles that can pick it up for you.

Check out White's Farm Supply online here or visit the location nearest you!