Horse-Powered Farming at Coppal House Farm in Lee, New Hampshire

In this segment, we’re in Lee, New Hampshire, at Coppal House Farm, where the farming is still primarily done by horse-power.

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Discover a piece of America’s agricultural past in this segment from season 2 of “Weekends with Yankee” (episode 8). Richard travels to Lee, New Hampshire, where Coppal House Farm offers a glimpse into farming a century ago. This farm operates solely with the power of Belgian Draught horses, embodying a truly traditional approach. Richard experiences firsthand what farming was like in the past century, even taking the reins alongside some charming furry companions.

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