Baling Hay
Baling hay is no easy task. Since 2020 we have been baling our own hay for the cattle in the cold months. Everyone is involved in some way - Cody,…
Baling hay is no easy task. Since 2020 we have been baling our own hay for the cattle in the cold months. Everyone is involved in some way - Cody,…
Here's a clip on our simple but effective way of feeding hay in the winter. With temps around zero this week the herds went thru a lot of hay. Wind…
Here we're separating some cattle out. The kids, Cody (11), Anika (9) and Zach (4) all help in different ways. Cody is helping with gate patrol and Anika will be…
Ever wonder how cattle make it thru really cold snaps? If the cold starts gradually in the fall they develop thick winter coats that are excellent for trapping and retaining…
Ever wonder why you see donkeys in with herds of beef cattle? Donkeys have an inherent sense of protecting their domain (or pasture) from predators like stray dogs or coyotes.…
6 reasons why we should buy farm products 1) Know where your food comes from A regular trip to a farmers market or finding a local food source is one of…
Recently, A professor at Trinity Christian College reached out to the owner of Dutchmen Farms, Scott Zuiderveen. The professor asked if he could use the farm as a project for…
Did You Know These Environmental Benefits?? Grazing cows help to maintain the landscape: With the help of the rancher, the cattle actually can help maintain and enhance the prairie grass…
Summary of Health Benefits Heart-health benefits Omega-3 fatty acids-play an important role in every cell in one’s body Improves high blood pressure or irregular heartbeat Conjugated linoliec acid (reduces heart…
Having a hard time finding gifts for different occasions? Let Dutchman Farms help with gift baskets of meat for the grill master in your life. They're creative ideas for Christmas,…