What is a Pitchfork and How is it Used?

A manual agricultural tool featuring multiple tines on a long handle, designed for lifting and moving loose materials like hay, straw, manure, or compost. Available in various tine configurations for specific tasks.

Design Elements

• Components
  • Handle (wood/fiber glass)
  • Steel tines (2-6)
  • Grip section
• Variations
  • Hay fork
  • Manure fork
  • Silage fork

Common Uses

• Moving hay/straw
• Handling manure
• Loading silage
• Turning compost

Usage Notes: Select tine spacing based on material density; maintain clean, sharp tines for optimal performance.