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Tagging and processing will be eating up a bit of time these days.Yes, we got two live sets yesterday. Along with 34 singles.
Tagging and processing will be eating up a bit of time these days.Yes, we got two live sets yesterday. Along with 34 singles.
Yes, we calve heifers in a pen. Rest in two big groups and only bring in what needs attention. Can be confusing at times.Tagging and processing will be eating up a bit of time these days.
Just a 25 foot rope with a loop tied in one end Ken. Chain goes through loop, tail around something solid and back through loop. Heifer is contained somewhat but can stand or lay down. Release can be immediate.I can't make out what the setup is Dave other than a cow in a pen with bits of the calf hanging out with chains on it. Can you elaborate a bit for us. I am always on the lookout for a better setup to pull calves. I won't do them in my crush if they go down the angles are all wrong and good chance of tearing the uterine artery.
Ken
Heifers bulls get pulled. Most years bulls are last to come home from range. Vet cuts them off. Cow market last fall has us with some into early June. Most years we are 80 to 85% done in 30 days.You're making good time Gcreek. Did you pull all your bulls or use the vet for your cut-off?
Thanks Dave, I can sort of make that out now, heifer does most of the work with moving and a bit of help from you?I can't make out what the setup is Dave other than a cow in a pen with bits of the calf hanging out with chains on it. Can you elaborate a bit for us. I am always on the lookout for a better setup to pull calves. I won't do them in my crush if they go down the angles are all wrong and good chance of tearing the uterine artery.
Ken
You win the prize, sometimes you need to give them slack. Others keep backing up and need a boot to put them to work.Thanks Dave, I can sort of make that out now, heifer does most of the work with moving and a bit of help from you?
Ken
That's two cups of coffee now Dave.You win the prize, sometimes you need to give them slack. Others keep backing up and need a boot to put them to work.
That spot becomes an oat field in June.Things change so quick Dave. Looks so different with the snow gone, a bit barren looking yet in a couple of weeks will be so green I guess.
Ken
I used my wheel barrow a few times this year just like this.Set #9, got a little chilled.View attachment 29968