Types of Simple Farm Tools

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Cutlass:

Description: 

This simple farm tool is commonly used by peasant farmers to carry out agricultural activities. There are two types of cutlasses: one has a slightly curved blade with a short wooden handle, while the other has a straight metal blade and a short wooden handle. One edge of the metal blade is sharp and the other is blunt.

Functions/ Uses

• The cutlass is used for pre-planting activities such as the cutting down and clearing of grasses, bushes, and trees.
• For harvesting crops like yam and cassava.
• It can also be used to plant the seeds of some crops.
• For weeding farm lands.
• It can also be a valuable tool for transplanting seedlingsA seedling is a young plant that has been grown from a seed. More.
• Stem cutting and clearing.
• For Butchering farm animals.

Maintenance Practices

• Should be sharpened regularly.
• Should be kept in a dry and cool place.
• Metal parts should be oiled or greased before storage.
• Wash and dry after use.
• Do not leave the cutlass lying about carelessly.

Hoe:

Description:

The hoe consists of a metal blade which may either be round or slightly rectangular with a wooden or iron handle, which can be either long or short.

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