We had the opportunity to visit a neighbor's farm and see his baby cattle. They are so cute. The reality is they are beef cattle and will go to slaughter. We learned yesterday all about what it takes to farm a small beef ranch. This farmer has very few beef only because there is no money in it, just as right now the hog farmers are having a hard go of it.
It was a beautiful day, the sun was shining, the birds were singing, the cows were mooing a lot, especially when they knew it was time to eat. Very demanding they were!! The funny thing is the grownups did not allow the little ones to even get close. Our farmer friend put down barrels of molasses and it was like candy to them, they just licked and licked and licked, but they were also not willing to share with the little ones either. There were some little ones that were only 2 days old, they are still expecting more to be born.
This farm raises organic beef, no hormones or excessive antibiotics are used, everything is natural and from the farm. They feed the cows corn and they grind the kernels, the stalk, the husk and cob, everything and as you can see, the cows just loved it.
All in all it was so very nice of this farmer to show us his equipment, explain some of farming practices, and show off his cows to us. Plus we did buy 25 lbs of beef from him, which is so good. We are ready for summer grilling season, ya! Can't wait til it gets here. Blogged by Anna
2 comments:
So, did it feel like you've had to wait 6 months to finally get to the good stuff (and I am referring to not only this post, but the one dated 4/12)?
boB
Yes, it has been a long, cold, dreary, blustery winter, and I really hope we are finally done with it! I cherish every single warm ray of sunshine. How are things in Dresser?
Don
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