Recap of Summer 2014

This summer has been busy, like usual, but we have a lot to thank God for! Here are some of our highlights:

In early summer, Rachel sold 3 of her LaMancha goats. In August, a couple of her kids went to the State Fair, where they received 10th place and  a “last in line” card for her!

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All through the season, we have been rotationally grazing our pastures and cover crops. We’re hoping to be able to graze a winter mix this fall, and into the spring, which will reduce the amount of hay we’ll feed.

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The calves are getting big. We plan to wean them in February. Meanwhile, we are all pitching in to help build a new cattle handling system, utilizing a “Bud Box” design.

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The pigs are growing, but they’re only 130#, so they’re going to need to grow some more! We’re planning to breed our Berkshire sow soon.