What if pumpkin-smashing were done for a good cause? What if this destructive act were constructive? What if smashing a pumpkin was food prep for a hungry cow? Well, it is. To the cows of Miles Smith Farm, pumpkins are more delicious than Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. At this time of year, they will come running when they hear a car drive up that might contain pumpkins.
"The goats walked right along with me," said farm helper Diane Hersey. "Normally, they are reluctant to enter a new place, but I think the organ music soothed them. They felt right at home."
Our cattle have grazed the field next to the Audubon Center for years. The former hayfield has no shade, which is why we didn't move cattle there until Fall.
What does it take to be a farmer's wife? Find out how Melissa Moore makes it work.
What could be more Scottish than Scottish Highlander cattle? That's why Miles Smith Farm Scottish Highlander cattle, also known as Heelan coos, were at the New Hampshire Highland Games.
Have you ever wondered which is smarter: cows or horses? I think their intelligence is about equal, but their behavior is different.
