Are Cows Better Than Horses?
Cattle are as fun as horses with much less fuss. For instance, cattle aren't picky eaters like horses. Cattle tend to tolerate flies that would drive an average horse mad. And they can be ridden, too.
Name That Calf
Help us name this adorable calf. She was born during the April 4th nor'easter.
NH Feeding NH; a Win-Win in the Granite State
A little-known but excellent program that brings food to those in need and supports local farmers is called "NH Feeding NH," a statewide initiative that provides agencies with funds to purchase local produce, meat, and dairy products.
Paradise for Tourists, Not for Pups
St. Croix may be a paradise for vacationers, but it's also a breeding ground for stray and abandoned dogs. In the tropics, dogs don't need to seek shelter from the cold, which increases their social opportunities. This results in unwanted puppies, many of which roam the island sick and half-starved.
Three Calves Land in Livestock Heaven
Google Maps said we could make it from Loudon, N.H., to Miami in 24 hours. Hmm, not impossible. By sharing the driving with husband Bruce, I could leave at 7 a.m. on Tuesday and arrive by 7 a.m. on Wednesday. Easy peasy. Wow, did I get that wrong!
Oxen are Magical
My cattle live good lives, and then I decide which ones go into the beef program. I don't regret my decisions, but that doesn't mean I'm not sad. Sometimes I cry. I remind myself I'm giving my cattle the best lives possible. If I'm going to eat meat, I'm going to feel the pain of my decisions.