It must be fall. The smell of ripe plums permeates the air when you open the door and walk outside. The apples are ripe. The garden experienced its first freeze. Harvest season is here! Around the farm, September and October are my busiest months dealing with putting up food. … [Read more...]
7 Lessons from My Rabbit Failure
Do you remember way back when I bought rabbits a year and a half ago? I figured I’d get them on a solid breeding schedule, and be adding a litter a month to the freezer. Things didn't exactly work out like I've planned--which is why I haven't talked much about my rabbits here … [Read more...]
A Busy Mom’s Guide to Owning a Milk Cow
We brought home our first milk cow in 2012. When she freshened, I dutifully began milking her twice a day. After all--that's what you have to do, right? Then I learned about once a day milking. I took the plunge, and discovered I LOVED milking even more. Freeing up the … [Read more...]
Last Year My Cow Kicked Me. What Happened This Year?
Last milking season, I spent a lot of time in tears. My heifer, Annie, had it out for me. My cow kicked me every single time I tried to milk. Or she tried. I stood back and she only made contact once. It was depressing. I was spending at least an hour out in the … [Read more...]
7 Ways We Prepare for Spring on the Farm
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