Saturday, October 31, 2009

Lots of Bad News



Today I found out that we have to sell more than half the herd.  There isn't enough hay to feed the number of cattle we have through the winter. The new haymakers were not dilligent enough to continue making hay after September 1st.  Many of my cows have to find new owners.  It's a hard decision. I have strived for the best grass fed genetics, certification and an excellant reputation and now it's all down the drain.  This present economy makes it impossible to find buyers for premium cattle. I have been advertising since April in every available media with no response.   Many other farmers are in the same situation.     My cows are my family.
If we can't sell them in a reasonable amount of time before it starts snowing, they will all have to be shipped for slaughter.  Unthinkable.

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Nature's Welcome Home Card





My recent journey home was met with a celebration of color.  How lucky I am.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

One of a Kind


She sticks out like a sore thumb in a herd of 50 red cows, but JulieBob is a real cute heifer and always greets me when I visit the field. I just hope she is not mistaken for a black bear during bear hunting season. It does happen.

Friday, October 2, 2009

Turkey Thursday

A rare slate blue tom turkey. First one I have ever seen. He isn't going to be the host at any Thanksgiving day events as he is way too important for that kind of a job.