Why do farmers and ranchers castrate cattle? There can be many welfare and management reasons behind the use of castration in cattle. Castration also comes to mind when I think of the neighbors' traveling bulls. When it comes down to it, farmers and ranchers use this as a tool for management. Why would you castrate … Continue reading Why do farmers and ranchers castrate cattle?
Time for Cattle Doctoring
Now that calving season is all but wrapped up (Northern producers, don't be haters), we are starting our Spring round of vaccinations, or sometimes referred to as doctoring cattle. It makes for some long workdays, but we only do this twice a year. Once in the Spring when calving is finished but before hay season … Continue reading Time for Cattle Doctoring
Pasture Fencing | Agriculture 101
Pasture Fencing: Everyone has their own way of doing it. Every situation is different. No two fences are the same. Whether the project is a short two hours of patching or an extended building project, each needs its fair share of planning! It's one of my favorite things to do when I need a little … Continue reading Pasture Fencing | Agriculture 101