Month: August 2016

Managing the unexpected

In a perfect world, ewes are introduced to the ram based on when you want to have lambs born. Ideally, your new lambs are born around the time your pasture is starting to grow vigorously. This ensures lots of feed for your growing flock, keeping your hay costs down. In the real world, gates don’t get … [Read more…]

Rural life

When we moved from the city to the country in 2011, we were looking for land. I wanted more room to grow things, and Robert wanted to have a vineyard and sheep. As an introvert, I was also looking for privacy and somewhere more quiet and peaceful. We found good land, and it is private, … [Read more…]