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Why Don't Cows Need Coats?

As you drive through the countryside during this chilly season, you may be wondering why the cows out in the pasture or standing in the outdoor paddock aren’t all bundled up…? You may even feel sad for them, [...]

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Caring for our Cows During the Cold Season

Remember the last time it was bitterly cold and snowing? Think about how many layers of clothing you or your children had to wear while being outside? Now, imagine yourself as a farmer and not only worrying about the [...]

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Christmas Morning for a Farm Kid

The night before Christmas was always celebrated with extended family at my great aunt’s home. We would play games with our cousins and take photos in our new Christmas pjs in front of the tall skinny Christmas [...]

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Farm Labor - It's Essential for Success

It was once said that, “it takes a village to raise a child.” Well, the same is true for a farm. It takes a village to care for the cows in our herd, the land we live on, the environment around us, and the [...]

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