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COWS = GRASS
This month we reach the 10 year milestone of grazing cattle here at DS Family Farm. Since July 2011 we have embraced “Fresh Grass and Move” management with the cattle herd. Prior to the cattle arriving, we spent about 15 years managing the pastures…
Freeze proof tank
In an effort to mimic nature, the cattle herd is constantly on the move. Mimicking the roaming bison herds that developed the prairies in this part of Nebraska. The past two winters herd impact was focused on new pasture areas near our home and…
Herd behavior
Appropriate animal impact is a main area of focus at DS Family Farm. We are constantly trying to balance herd size with available forage over an area that will experience appropriate herd impact. The goal is to keep the herd happy while at the…
Precision bale grazing
Actually the herd is less than precise when they munch on a bale of hay this time of year. In this post we cover HOW we decide where we want bales placed in our stockpiled pastures. If the cows aren’t picky where they find…
New Pasture for New Year
Ready for the new year? Do you have goals or ideas to try something new in 2019? We hope you do! At DS Family Farm we are always in change mode or trying to be. When you’re finished changing, you’re finished. Benjamin Franklin Over…
