Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of the rural lifestyle market. Here is our favorite content from the past week:

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Thomas Ritchie developed the concept of the automatic waterer valve in 1921 in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Since that time, Ritchie Industries has developed into the leader in watering innovation and now manufactures a complete line of livestock and horse waterers to the highest specifications in the industry. To find the automatic waterer that will suit your needs, visit RitchieFount.com.

Meet the Futuristic Lawnmower of the 1950s

In a recent blog post, Machinery Pete introduces us to The Wonderboy X-100, the experimental lawnmower from Simplicity Mfg. that seems straight out of a sci-fi movie. The promo copy in the late 50s said The Wonderboy X-100 could "mow, weed, feed, seed, spray, vacuum the lawn and plow snow."

Lawnmower Prototype

Stihl Chainsaw Used to Harvest the U.S. Capitol Tree

Stihl took to twitter on Dec. 9 to show the exact chainsaw that brought down this year's Christmas tree that now sits in front of the U.S. Capitol. The tree will be lit from nightfall until 11 pm every night through Jan. 1. Also, who knew the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree was on Twitter?!

How the Norden Accumulator Gets Made

In a Dec. 12 video posted to its Youtube channel, Norden Mfg. follows the journey of one of its hay accumulators from design to delivery. Norden Mfg. announced its new brand name in January 2022 after operating under the "Kuhns Mfg." name since 2002.

The Invention of the Lawnmower

Over 190 years ago, Edwin Beard Budding patented what would wind up being the world's first lawnmower. In his patent filing in 1830, the machine is described as "a new combination and application of machinery for the purpose of cropping or shearing the vegetable surface of lawns, grass-plats and pleasure grounds."

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When Christmas Tractor Parades Go Wrong

In his latest video, Tractor Mike tells us a story from his dealership days when he drove a tractor in a Christmas parade and nearly ruined his dealership's reputation. Additionally, Mike adds another story about why you should be wary of including kennel clubs in your Christmas parades...

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Thomas Ritchie developed the concept of the automatic waterer valve in 1921 in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Since that time, Ritchie Industries has developed into the leader in watering innovation and now manufactures a complete line of livestock and horse waterers to the highest specifications in the industry.

From a single horse StallFount to large fountains that accommodate 500 cattle, Ritchie automatic waterers continue to set the standard in quality. So, when you buy a Ritchie waterer, you know you’re getting the most dependable product on the market… not to mention the best value, service and warranty in the business.

To find the automatic waterer that will suit your needs, visit RitchieFount.com.

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