Believe it or not, spring will be here soon, and with it the end of another school year for students around the county. Some families will celebrate a graduation and many of those will look ahead to the next step in their education after high … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2018
Keeping Cows Comfortable (and warm!) By Matt Hartong
Winter can be a tough time of year for cows. On a dairy farm, cold temperatures can effect how a cow eats, sleeps and produces milk. Typically when temperatures range between 35-40 degrees, a cow will be very comfortable inside and outside the … [Read more...]
TIPS FOR KEEPING CHICKENS HAPPY & HEALTHY IN THE WINTER MONTHS By Toni Longville
The Coop: Do a thorough cleaning of the coop, sprinkle FOOD GRADE Diatomaceous Earth (available at feed stores) on coop floor & in nesting boxes, before spreading bedding. This helps prevents mites. I use the deep liter method to … [Read more...]