Tarheelbilly Farm
Southern Ohio's chemical-free heritage farm
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As young children, some of the first animals we are introduced to are farm animals. We are taught that cows simply vocalize a simple "moo," roosters "cock a doodle doo," sheep "baa," and so on. The reality is, livestock animal communication is much more nuanced. In addition to each animal possessing a distinctive voice, they use various and specific calls to communicate with us. I can tell the difference between the sounds my goats make when they are hungry vs when they are simply greeting me. I can tell when a ewe is seperated from her lamb. I can tell when the cows are in heat. All of these distinct vocalizations communicate their needs, deepening the bond between livestock and keeper. 🙂
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A little over 3 inches of snow turned the farm into a winter wonderland. Of course the front coming in brought goat babies with it. Sabilla, a full Saanen, delivered a set of twins. So far, they are doing well. Zeke loves the snow. He rolls and plays in it, chasing mini snowballs his paws kick up as he trots. Unbothered by the cold or wet, he sometimes falls asleep while it's snowing and gets totally covered by it.
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I wish pictures could convey aromas. Ben is boiling sap and the air around the stove smells amazing. The weather, always unpredictable, makes for an uncertain maple season. We are happy for today's boil and hope to get in a few more before the trees bud. The onset of spring signals the end of the season.
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How do you ensure your kid plays outside? Let her help deliver triplet goat kids!
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Frost seeded several paddocs today with medium red clover. Improving the pastures by adding quality forage benefits both the sheep and farm ecosystem as a whole. Bees are quite attracted to it as well.
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It's ice-breaking season. The girls are in a pasture with at least one permanent waterer that doesn't freeze unless it stays below 20 or so degrees for a few days. Nevertheless, I check their waterers daily to ensure they always have access to fresh water.
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