Sweet memory from maple season
The maple syrup season is upon us, although judging by the buds popping on our maples, it’s probably winding down. It’s been a few years since my wife Sherry and […]
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Signs of spring on the farm
Stepping off the wild ride to see the signs of spring By Chris Hardie One sign that spring has arrived is when you realize that no matter how many hours
Battering rams are the ramifications of shepherding
Head-butting is how rams settle their differences By CHRIS HARDIE It’s not holy matrimony, but raising farm animals is not an agreement to be entered into lightly. It may be
Pine Bluff brings back memories
Region’s rocks are testaments to the past I stood atop a small outcropping of rock in the waning hours of 2018. These rock formations are quite common on our farm
True confessions: I have woodpile envy
The woodpile woes The airwaves are always bombarded with commercials touting the latest and greatest pharmaceutical offerings, but I have one malady for which no drug can cure. You never
From farmer to butcher
One trait that is universal with all small farmers is the do-it-yourself mindset. This is not unique to farmers, but figuring out how to get it done is as ubiquitous
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Brambleberry Highland Cattle
Scottish Highland cattle are beautiful and rugged cows known for their prominent horns and shaggy coats. They are also very self-sufficient cattle because they can survive on less than ideal
Brambleberry Sheep Farm
One of our favorite experiences in England was seeing the many flocks of sheep grazing on pastoral, green hillsides, watching the lambs frolic and hearing the soothing sounds of sheep