Making Pine Tar - FHC Farm Bulletin #11

The rosin-rich inner wood of the pine tree (often called “fat pine”, “lighter knot” or “kindling”) is used in the making of pine tar—a dark, sticky substance which, historically, had many uses on the small farm or homestead: a wood or fiber rope preservative, an insect repellent, a topical antiseptic treatment for livestock wounds, and a sticky substance for baseball players to grip the bat or ball. The process also produces the byproduct charcoal. Pa Mac demonstrates the making of pine tar on a small scale in this edition of The Farm Hand’s Companion Farm Bulletin #011. If you’ve enjoyed this video or others by Pa Mac, a great way to support The Farm Hand’s Companion channel is to shop for Pa Mac’s recommended items through his Amazon storefront: Amazon Store front: https://amzn.to/4eJ31Oz (Pa Mac earns a commission for purchases made through his Amazon links.) Be sure and subscribe to the Farm Hand's Companion channel to see a variety of shows for the small farm or homestead: The Farm Hand's Companion Show, My Favorite Farm Tool, The FHC Q & A Show with Pa Mac, FHC Farm Bulletins, and FHC Extras. Also visit http://www.farmhandscompanion.com to find articles, posts, photographs, and encouragement for today's self-sufficient farm or homestead. (And be sure to check out the General Store for books (like Pa Mac's "Building an Old-fashioned Pole Barn") or DVD's by Pa Mac at http://www.farmhandscompanion.com/gen...)