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There are few people who are as hard working as a farmer. Most of them also don't often treat themselves, which makes it all the more fun when their friends and family get to. But, odds are, if you ask a farmer what they want, they'll probably respond with "perfect weather." While only Mother Nature can give them that, you can still wow your favorite farmer with a gift he or she will absolutely love.
I married into a family of farmers, so I've got a pretty good idea of what gifts they actually want, and that's a practical present. Farmers are hard-working and pragmatic, so anything that can make their day easier or get a job done quicker is music to their ears. Whether it's a pair of new work gloves, recovery traction tracks to get them out of a sticky situation, or a duck-feather filled coat that'll keep them toasty on the chilliest days, these are gifts your favorite farmer will get plenty of use out of every single day.
Still looking for the perfect gift? Here are a few more ideas:
This is a great stocking stuffer for just about anyone in your life, but especially for farmers. It's a pen that doubles as a ruler, level, stylus, and Phillips head and Flathead screwdriver. Bonus: You can even use it as a bottle opener.
This is a past Christmas gift for the farmer in my life, and I've seen him along with many other ranchers wearing theirs constantly over the winter months. It's duck-filled and will keep him warm but give him the flexibility to move around as needed, something essential for any farmer.
Tending to a farm during the winter months requires a few extra layers. Keep your farmer’s hands toasty with these rechargeable hand warmers. One shared, “I bought these rechargeable hand warmers with intentions of using them on the farm. Little did I know I would literally use them all the time.”
Working on a farm inevitably means being away from home all day, so having a packed lunch is pretty essential. This insulated cooler bag can fit plenty and will keep it cool all morning.
Made specially for farmers, these gloves have just about every feature they could want. With Kevlar reinforcements for ultimate durability, it even has a terry cloth thumb to wipe their brow with.
If they're often off-roading in their vehicle (which they probably are), then recovery tracks like these are essential to have on hand in case they get stuck in mud or snow. It's far from the most glamorous gift, but you'll be the first person they text to thank when they have to use them.
No need to hold a flashlight while they're working when they've got this beanie on hand. It's perfect for all those early mornings that every farmer is all too familiar with.
Odds are, they already have a pocket knife, but the question is, how old is that knife? If they haven't stayed on top of sharpening it, then it's probably dull and next to useless (and dangerous). Now is the perfect time to upgrade.
As long as they've got this towel and a little water nearby, they'll stay cool as a cucumber all summer long. As soon as it starts to warm up, just drench the towel in water and it'll chill right back up!
They'll love having this solar-powered generator on hand. It'll allow them to use an electric devices while out in the field and they don't have to worry about recharging it.
When they're outside all day, they need some form of protection from the sun. Not only does this hat have UPF 50 protection, but it's made of breathable cotton oilskin that's also water resistant.
Maybe it's a bit stereotypical, but overalls are incredibly practical when it comes to workwear. These are insulated so you can be sure they'll stay warm when out and about.
Farmers tend to be a jack of all trades because there's usually quite a bit of fixing and repairing that has to happen often. If he's become a pro with the saw, then he'll love this contour gauge. Just place it against what he plans on cutting and it'll give an exact outline to trace onto the wood. No more awkward measurements!