Tag Archives: milking

Huge Farming Operation

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Homestead Dad

The other day we had an opportunity to visit with one of my wife’s co-workers and her husband.  They live just up the street from where my wife and I lived not long after we got married so it was … Continue reading →

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Big Addition

Posted on November 10, 2015 by Homestead Dad

We have a new addition to the Homestead.  It is a big addition.  Like 1100 pounds big.  But let me back up one second. My brother in law has always wanted beef cows.  Recently he found a good deal on … Continue reading →

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Moooooooooo!

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Homestead Dad

Is what the cow says. On Saturday I had the opportunity to learn how to milk a cow and a goat. It was actually a class that covered all things home dairy. A nearby farm, Firesign Family Farm, offers classes … Continue reading →

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