Corn is in the crib. Christmas is right around the corner. It’s oyster soup time! My wife insists I crack some black walnuts. For the next several months I hope I will not hear anyone say, “Shut the door: You’re let’n flies in!” I need to go rabbit and squirrel hunting to put fresh meat on the table.
I continually think about the comfort and wellbeing of the family and livestock during the coming months. Last year’s weather extremes occurred in January at minus 29 degrees and in February when it reached 70 degrees. I prepare for any kind of weather.
Several days this winter will be spent in our few acres of woodlot. Woodlot management is important to ensure an adequate supply of firewood and building materials in the future.
Much attention is given to livestock, for their health and weight gains directly affect farm profits (or losses). A top priority is seeing that fresh water is available regardless of temperatures. When necessary, the stock tank is
