Own an AG or Equestrian Property? 5 Things You Must Do This Summer
Own Land, Livestock, or a Barn? Then You Already Know…
South Florida summer doesn’t mess around.
If you’re in Wellington, Loxahatchee, or anywhere in Palm Beach County, the daily storms, rising heat, and fast-growing debris piles aren’t just annoying—they’re costly, unsafe, and non-compliant if left unchecked.
Whether you’re managing horses, fencing acreage, or running a full AG site, there are a few things you have to stay on top of during the summer season.
This post breaks down the five most important tasks to protect your land, your animals, and your time—plus two helpful charts: one with what to do, and another with how to get help when things pile up.
Let’s get into it.
✅ 1. Clear Out Manure Before It Becomes a Magnet
Manure management is already a chore—but during summer, it becomes a race. Between the heat, the moisture, and the bugs, even a few extra days without pickup can turn your bin into a biohazard.
Summer manure tips:
• Stick to a regular hauling schedule (weekly or biweekly)
• Cover piles or switch to containers to reduce runoff and flies
• Keep bins away from gates, paddocks, and feed areas
If you’re starting to notice odor or buildup, it’s already time.
✅ 2. Declutter Barns, Tack Rooms & Feed Areas
Summer is a great time to walk every stall, aisle, and shed—and get rid of what’s not serving you. Old fans, broken buckets, moldy blankets, junked tools…if it’s not in use, it’s in the way.
Look for:
• Fire hazards like cracked outlets or dusty electronics
• Trip hazards (unraveled cords, rolled mats)
• Pest-attracting clutter in corners or under benches
Don’t forget storage sheds, lofts, and anything tucked “for later.”
✅ 3. Cut Back Overgrowth Along Fence Lines & Paddocks
Fence-line buildup might not seem urgent—until a storm hits or a horse gets injured on a hidden branch.
Clear out:
• Downed limbs and storm debris
• Overgrown shrubs or palmetto fronds
• Any junk collecting along your perimeter
Make this a weekly walk-through, especially after rain.
✅ 4. Prep for Summer Storms Now—Not After the First One Hits
South Florida’s summer storms don’t just flood low spots—they toss tarps, block bin access, and tear open feed storage.
If your site isn’t storm-prepped, you’ll lose time and gear.
Storm readiness checklist:
• Relocate bins to higher ground
• Move loose gear into storage
• Have a debris cleanup plan in place
Also worth considering: pressure cleaning before storm season helps reduce buildup and prevents post-storm bacteria spread around pads, stalls, and walkways.
✅ 5. Plan Your Disposal Strategy Before the Busy Season
Whether you’re prepping for show season, tackling overdue maintenance, or just keeping things clean, disposal access matters. If you don’t have a plan, you’ll waste time chasing down bins and hauling junk yourself.
Plan ahead:
• Schedule roll-off dumpster service early
• Combine cleanups with vet visits or hay delivery weeks
• Prep staff or barn hands with what goes where (and what doesn’t)
📊 Summer Waste Checklist for AG & Equestrian Properties
📊 Need Help? Here’s What Can Be Outsourced (And How)
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When it’s hot, stormy, and hectic, the last thing you need is a flaky vendor or a pile of waste you can’t deal with. That’s where we come in.
TrashHelp supports AG & equestrian property owners across Palm Beach County with services designed specifically for farms like yours.
We offer:
✅ Manure hauling (scheduled or emergency)
✅ Grapple truck cleanup after storms
✅ Full-service junk removal from barns, sheds & paddocks
✅ Roll-off dumpster rentals (short- or long-term)
✅ Pressure cleaning for dumpster pads, barn entrances, stalls, and walkways
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