In our last Calving post, we shared the birth story of our first ever calf a harrowing and nerve-racking 1st calving experience for all of us. Today, we continue with the story of that very special calf, B1. Hours turned into days as we fought against the elements and the clock to save our very first calf. Here is B1's story.... After calf B1 made his entrance … [Read more...] about It’s Calving Time: Part 2
Cattle Health
Colostrum: aka “Liquid Gold”
Colostrum - the first milk a calf receives from a cow after being born - is absolutely critical for the health of a newborn calf and even more so for calves with a traumatic delivery. Colostrum is often referred to as "liquid gold" and for good reason. This milky substance is full of vitamins, minerals, fats, carbohydrates and … [Read more...] about Colostrum: aka “Liquid Gold”
The Calving Bucket
In any profession, having the right tools is critical to getting the job done, and the livestock business is no different. During calving season on a cow-calf operation, the tools of the trade are commonly gathered into what's referred to as a 'calving bucket'. Each operation is unique and requires different treatment of calves at birth. Some farmers and ranchers … [Read more...] about The Calving Bucket
Snow, Rain, Sleet…It’s Calving Time: Part 1
April showers snow storms bring May flowers April/May calves! The last month we have been on pins and needles, excited and nervous for the start of our first ever calving season. We were so relieved when the snow finally melted away and we started to have several dry, sunny days in a row. We figured it was the perfect time for a calf to be born, right? It seemed that all of … [Read more...] about Snow, Rain, Sleet…It’s Calving Time: Part 1