I went out to the pasture by Bayberry Road to see how the broilers were doing on pasture. Even in this dry summer, there are bugs and grasses to nourish the birds. And while the weather is good - it's the best diet around. We have 5 wagons with broilers, that are moved at least once a day. How, you ask?? Well... We … [Read more...]
Bring on the Rain!
We always say that, on the farm, it is 'easier to put water on than to take it off'. However, drastic drought and drastic rain both have their drawbacks. While our wells are deep and we are not having trouble keeping the water flowing, the animals definitely do not have the lush grasses that the NJ summers, hot as they … [Read more...]
Not for the Romantics!
So, we have come to a point where it really is better, less stressful, more predictable, and generally easier on the sows, to use an artificial insemination technique to impregnate. I didn't think this story would 'play' quite as well on social media, and Brett agreed. But it is an important step in our process and I … [Read more...]
Well That Went Quickly
So it has been a while since I've had the chance to post. A tornado of changes and farm activities have dominated the spring. It has been a productive but challenging time. For starters, we had a VERY cold spring and many lambs needed to come into the house to warm up. Even Grandma was put to work. Once the … [Read more...]
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