The Rata Blog

Most operators already know that using the wrong attachment doesn’t just slow you down, it chews through time, fuel, and patience. So if you’re still using a standard bucket for every job under the sun, it’s worth asking: how much is that really costing you?

Winter on the farm has a way of slowing everything down. Tracks get muddy, ice creeps across the yard, and fresh snow makes simple jobs harder than they need to be. Whether it’s blocked lanes, frozen feed pads, or tractors skidding where they shouldn’t, things that were straightforward last month suddenly take twice as long.

Heavy hay bales aren’t forgiving. They’re awkward, inconsistent, and seem to develop a sixth sense for rolling off forks the moment your back’s turned. Shifting them safely and efficiently takes more than just muscle. It takes the right fork.