Monthly Archives: August 2019

Off Farm Jobs

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Farmers have a tough time making a living. At the mercy of weather, predators, disease, markets and the government (which focuses on the big operators), farmers will tell you that money worries are common. Depending on the source, research indicates … Continue reading

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Playing With the Boys

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If you are breeding animals with live cover (as opposed to artificial insemination), you need to know how to deal with the boys. Consider that the average stallion in most riding breeds weighs 1,200 pounds and a mature bull often … Continue reading

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Animal Kingdom

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Life is a little crazy around here at the moment, made worse by a whomping thunderstorm that took out our power, DSL and internet. The latter two stayed out for three days. Could have been worse – places farther down … Continue reading

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