Like I said, I've tried the format on other forums and really prefer this one the way I have it personalized with my settings.

There has been talk about breaking down the forums further, combines, tractors, brands, on and on.  But one of the reasons it has not been done is someone would have to enforce it. The "old timers" have been through that on another site. It may get to the point it has to happen.   One of the strengths of these forums (in my opinion) is the lack of division.  Too may forums have over specialized to the point they are even harder to follow.  You have to go from section to section to section to read them. Yes, it gets a bit bulky here from time to time. It's a judgement call but personally I like this format. It appears a lot of folks agree.

As you may have noticed there is no advertising.  No corporate sponsors. No membership fees.  No subscription.  This site is maintained by volunteers who from time to time have some heavy demands on their personal time.  The costs are all covered by donations.

An individual owns it and is responsible for it. It is his sandbox and if he wants to change it or make up new rules it is his choice.  However, he has a team working with him from across the country.  All are volunteers. And as far as I can tell it is the most popular farmers forum in the world.

So yes, it could be improved, nothing is beyond improving. But it is working and apparently working well, so any change needs to be done with caution.