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Monthly Archives: November, 2014

Because It Just Happens

Where does change come from? And how does it happen?

Petey – A Lead Steer’s Story

We all have a story about an animal on our place that was more than just livestock, but was a part of the family. Here's the story of Petey the lead steer and how much he brought to the Ashford farm.

Life and Soil Minerals

Since the beginning of agriculture, successful farming has meant the extraction of minerals from soil as plants grow. A relatively small world population and a...

Breakfast With A Talking Cat

I taught my cat to talk. Now I'm paying the price.

“Where’s the beef?”: Explaining to Your Customers That the Butcher Didn’t Keep It

The difference between live weight, hanging weight, and what a customer takes to the freezer can lead to confusion. Here's a resource you can use to create the right expectations for your customers.

Star Wars Pig

Do you think this pig is as wise as what he has on his forehead?

Breeding Matters Part IV: Culling for Fertility

You can breed however you'd like. To be truly successful, breed for fertility, and breed for your farm. Morgan delves deeper into how.

Grazing Stockpiled Forage Winter Pasture Walk

Are you tired of feeding hay all winter?  Want to save money and let your herd feed themselves? Join Us at The Bishopp Family Farm...

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