These videos are very much appreciated by this 80 year old son of an upstate New York farmer! My Dad had a small 50 acre farm from 1942 until 1975. It's great to see how much more advanced farming is now!!! Great viewing for my wife and I! THANKS!!!!
I wish I had this when we had our dairy. Only had the bucket from our 400 IH loader, we had to “stab” the pile work the bucket and hope we knock a good chunk off if not repeat the process 5 times lol
I almost believed you when you said you weighed 80 pounds... I was like no way someone feed this kid a hamburger! We all know you're well fed with all that milk you're chuggin'.
@@trighap But he only drinks one soda a day? *grabs 80oz bottle* But seriously, he needs every bit of it. Me? If I did that I'd look like one of his cows real quick haha
That sunrise was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! Especially with it peeking through that one lone tree! For the Q & A, what is the family history of the farm? Eric, if you didn't go into farming, what career would you have chosen? Eric, did your Dad want you to continue in the family business of farming? Or did he want you to do something else? Eric, how long have you been married? How many employees does the farm have? Thank you for another great video! Please keep them coming!!
Thanks for sharing and telling the story of Agriculture. We are only 2% of America that feed the world. The average age of today's producer somewhere around 65 years of age. We need to encourage younger folks to get involved in agriculture. Keep it going!
Some people think he works 24/7 when actually its only around 18/6 ;) nobody outworks farmers, and thank god because we'd all starve if they didn't. Feeling inspired to do more. Love this channel.
@@BlazeDuskdreamer I don't know if it's lost in translation or just uninformed or maybe even just clueless, but to think that because a farmer has irrigation that they sit around all day is beyond funny/ridiculous etc. I always tell my son driving past farms in the winter that those farmers might not be out in the fields but that they are repairing equipment and preparing for spring etc they might get a bit of a break from the insane spring/summer/fall hours (thank god) but they don't take winters off. Instead of binge watching he could shadow a farmer for a week, he probably wouldn't last even just watching though ;)
@@BlazeDuskdreamer Spammer should try to understand that it takes a few hours to milk and feed the herd 1 time per day and then realize that they milk this herd 3 times per 24 hours.
Why farmers don't work 24 hours a day they got to work just a few hours in the morning a few hours when they milk that's pretty much about it as well as feeding them at the same time to start a UA-cam channel my my daughter basic started a channel without telling me she just asked me for it but she told me that she had one but she doesn't get paid for any of it and people are giving a heck about that cuz she's makes really good stories at least according to them.
@@danielpeterson6987 Have you been watching this channel? He does much more than milk and feed and clean stalls. He's had videos where his day didn't end 'til 9pm or midnight. While that's the exception and not the rule, farmers don't work just a few hours. They work all day long except for some breaks for meals and the like. Farmers are not part-time workers, especially dairy or any that tend animals.
@@danielpeterson6987You obviously know absolutely nothing about farming. Farmers are very hard working from early morning until into the evening. Sometimes well into the night. And it's a good thing too, otherwise we would all go hungry. Have you even watched any of Eric's videos before you commented?
Fixing breakfast for my girls!!!! An every morning and night chore!! Enjoy the channel. When I was growing up, we milked up to 10 old Herefords by hand mornings and night.
I enjoy watching your videos! MY FAVORITE THING TO WATCH IS THE COWS WITH THE AUTOMATIC SCRATCHERS!!! I could watch that all day!! Lol! Thank you for the videos
Do you have a favorite cow... ??? I love watching... Always cow's watching you... lol... God Bless all thank you for sharing... You Dad is lucky to have you... Amen...
I've been watching both for a long time . . . enjoy both Eric and Tom and was great fun to see the shootout and for the Ginger Warrior to be open to using that rear weight 😀
I obviously cant speak for him, but I live and work with my family on their farm in the summer and we all go sleep around 11 to midnight and wake up around 5 give or take based on the work for that day
Question for your Dad, Hello I’m David retired in Costa Rica, I watch everyone of your sons postings. He is a good kid and you have done a great job. If it's not to personal, tell me how you gained control of the original farm and a history of it’s growth. It’s obvious you’re a smart, hard working farmer, as you well know most farmers have gone out of business, Why are you still standing?
We enjoy watching your videos from Spring Valley, MN. We live on an old dairy farm so it’s fun for the kids to see what went on here 20 years ago. My 3 year old will ask “can we watch that nice boy?”
Your herd management is impressive, you probably have no idea how much information you've learned in your young life. Very impressive! Dad can be real impressed with his sons work ethic !
I was wondering how you are being paid for your work since its a family farm. Or if you dont get paid regular way. Dont wanna know the amounts just the how
It probably works the same way most other family businesses do, the business has its own accounts and they pay themselves from the business account. This is how my family does it. As for how much he and his father pays themselves? No clue lol
What do you do with old dairy equipment that still works do you sell some things? What are your favorite and least jobs on the farm? what do you like/who do to watch on youtube?
Love the videos, thanks for sharing. I hope it opens some people’s eyes to the tremendous amount of work that goes in to the milk and dairy we love so much. What do you like to do for fun away from the farm?
Farmers are some of the hardest working people out there, up before light and back in the dark. My father grew up on a potato farm, I wish I had grown up on one but at least he did so I could learn good work ethics from him
IT'S ALL IN YOUR HANDS. Just a friendly reminder. Facing all odds, the bumper from this year will show many, the good works of all our labors, together in this great nation! 🇺🇸🐮❤️💪
I'm curious about how many employees, either full time or part time you have?? It's gotta take more than just a few people to keep that operation going.
I want you to know that I really appreciate YOU , Eric. You take the time to film your daily work on your farm and it is very interesting and informative. Thanks for sharing and I am glad that you do get some time to spend with your cool little family. Peace for now.
I enjoy your videos, are you planning on taking a little time off this summer with your wife and child? I think you guys deserve a break, also...... do you have any hobbies? If so, what are they?
Cows have a picking order among them selves , like you will have one who thinks she is the boss and will try to boss all the other ladies around,it is fun to watch them.
I such a large farm doesn't have a large farm is Farms are more rented out her mother Farmers that they rent they don't have a large farm you may think they do but it's actually quite small and come up with all that time it's kind of easy you only work in the field so much in the spring and fall and you just got a water if you have irrigation or fertilize them but otherwise they pretty much don't touch their fields except for when they get up Pickett it.
Here is a question for both of you - I would love to know the history of the farm, at what age did you decide to stick to farming, vs moving on to another career? Did either of you do college? And is Eric growing a mullet? Ha
The same place that gives them chocolate milk as well picks up there milk if you ever hear them tell you where the milk that he gets his chocolate milk then you know where the milk is the milk company that picks up his milk.
Good morning and hello Eric you look a little tired my hardest part was getting up in the morning I know how you feel those cows are happy to see you you're farm is so nice and clean . The feed does look good thanks for another good video 👍🇺🇸 .
In the last few years, after accounting for reinvestment into the business and the value of their time and management, a lot of farmers lose money per cow per year, but they underestimate their time and therefore the farm can still cash flow until the next profitable year
Cows don't know one day of the week from the neck except if the kids go to school and your home two days out of the week cuz can figure out something different about that but the cows routines that exact same every single day never changing promise got to work 7 days a week. 65 days a year non-stop I'm milking cows because they never stop except to have babies.
Daniel Peterson i know that cows dont know which day it is that was a joke, and i worked in dairy factory for 2 years so i know how everything works when it comes to milk and cows 😄😄😄
I watched several dairy channels and I am very pleased to see just how nice your feed is kept. I think you do an excellent job in getting your cows GREAT feed all year long!!
You may not work 24/7 but having grown up on a dairy farm I know you work dang close to it. People have no clue about just how much farmers work. Your effort directly correlates to how successful your farming operations are. Keep up the awesome work!
I love your channel. It brings back fond memories of my time working on a dairy farm. I didn't make much money and I averaged about 105 hours a week with 2 days off a month. But I loved it and it was good for me.
Love your videos man. Every young man growing up needs the work ethic you have and the drive to do the work right. Going by the videos your Parents are amazing people and have raised a awesome man. Keep videos coming.
Hoping to film a Q&A along with my dad in the near future. Comment below with any questions you have for us. Thanks!
What do you most enjoy about dairy farming?
Hi I’m doing good hope you are doing well
Hobbies?
Tell us about your family and the farm a little bit.
10th Generation Dairyman how do you water ur crows
These young farm men should be an inspiration to us all.
These videos are very much appreciated by this 80 year old son of an upstate New York farmer! My Dad had a small 50 acre farm from 1942 until 1975. It's great to see how much more advanced farming is now!!! Great viewing for my wife and I! THANKS!!!!
The cows really enjoy those roller brushes. Every time we see them there is a cow using them and others lined up for a turn.
1ponsford yeah it’s a good way to keep them happy
I could use one of those for myself at home.. LOL
No HBO in the barn.
I love the fact they queue.
Anyone else find it extremely satisfying when he shaves the silage?
Yes
I wish I had this when we had our dairy. Only had the bucket from our 400 IH loader, we had to “stab” the pile work the bucket and hope we knock a good chunk off if not repeat the process 5 times lol
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We enjoy your videos. You are such a hard working young man!
I almost believed you when you said you weighed 80 pounds... I was like no way someone feed this kid a hamburger! We all know you're well fed with all that milk you're chuggin'.
Don't forget the Dew!
@@trighap But he only drinks one soda a day? *grabs 80oz bottle* But seriously, he needs every bit of it. Me? If I did that I'd look like one of his cows real quick haha
As an operating engineer for 4sale years,I can appreciate your work hard work and dedication to your farms. Your dad has to be proud.
42 years
Farming animals is hard work!! You guys keep the farm so neat and organized!! LOVE the videos!!
10th Gen DM videos are a cut above all the others. So much info and action. Thanks for posting!
That sunrise was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! Especially with it peeking through that one lone tree!
For the Q & A, what is the family history of the farm? Eric, if you didn't go into farming, what career would you have chosen? Eric, did your Dad want you to continue in the family business of farming? Or did he want you to do something else? Eric, how long have you been married? How many employees does the farm have?
Thank you for another great video! Please keep them coming!!
Thanks for sharing and telling the story of Agriculture. We are only 2% of America that feed the world. The average age of today's producer somewhere around 65 years of age. We need to encourage younger folks to get involved in agriculture. Keep it going!
Some people think he works 24/7 when actually its only around 18/6 ;) nobody outworks farmers, and thank god because we'd all starve if they didn't. Feeling inspired to do more. Love this channel.
Thank you. Someone's spamming today's comment trying to claim he only works a few hours a day. I think this person needs to do some bing-watching.
@@BlazeDuskdreamer I don't know if it's lost in translation or just uninformed or maybe even just clueless, but to think that because a farmer has irrigation that they sit around all day is beyond funny/ridiculous etc. I always tell my son driving past farms in the winter that those farmers might not be out in the fields but that they are repairing equipment and preparing for spring etc they might get a bit of a break from the insane spring/summer/fall hours (thank god) but they don't take winters off. Instead of binge watching he could shadow a farmer for a week, he probably wouldn't last even just watching though ;)
@@BlazeDuskdreamer Spammer should try to understand that it takes a few hours to milk and feed the herd 1 time per day and then realize that they milk this herd 3 times per 24 hours.
@@mannsjm Well some people don't know what they're talking about but they talking anyway. You can see the sky, the shadows, the light change.
Hard working small business man, that's what makes America great! Enjoy your day off today.
Tom pemberton gave you a shout out in his silage video
link?
That’s how I found this channel!
COOL Eric
you present your yt very well.always plkeasant,reflected on famioly upbringingh,your faily,and how you guys treat your animals
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My question is... how did you tell your dad you wanted to start UA-cam and that it would take a little bit of time away from work?
That’s a great question hope he answers it.
Why farmers don't work 24 hours a day they got to work just a few hours in the morning a few hours when they milk that's pretty much about it as well as feeding them at the same time to start a UA-cam channel my my daughter basic started a channel without telling me she just asked me for it but she told me that she had one but she doesn't get paid for any of it and people are giving a heck about that cuz she's makes really good stories at least according to them.
@@danielpeterson6987 Have you been watching this channel? He does much more than milk and feed and clean stalls. He's had videos where his day didn't end 'til 9pm or midnight. While that's the exception and not the rule, farmers don't work just a few hours. They work all day long except for some breaks for meals and the like. Farmers are not part-time workers, especially dairy or any that tend animals.
@@danielpeterson6987You obviously know absolutely nothing about farming. Farmers are very hard working from early morning until into the evening. Sometimes well into the night. And it's a good thing too, otherwise we would all go hungry. Have you even watched any of Eric's videos before you commented?
@@danielpeterson6987 I used to work a rather large dairy farm, and it's not all work 24/7 you have a little time to slack off if you choose to.
Fixing breakfast for my girls!!!! An every morning and night chore!!
Enjoy the channel. When I was growing up, we milked up to 10 old Herefords by hand mornings and night.
I think every farm has at least 1 farm dog. On our farm we have 7 dogs and they all just run around and like to ride in the tractors and herd cows.
Enjoy watching! Lived on a farm growing up. Hand milked one cow, my job, every am and pm. Farming is hard work, you are truly dedicated.
My question is! At what age did your dad start training you for farming and what did he have you doing at first?
Thanks for including so many details; I love to learn. --and looking forward to Q&A… that you mentioned at the end of your video ; )
Eric: "Cows, how hungry are you?"
Cows: "5 TONS hungry!"
LOL
I also enjoy seeing the babies.. you have very happy cows . Enjoying the videos
I enjoy watching your videos! MY FAVORITE THING TO WATCH IS THE COWS WITH THE AUTOMATIC SCRATCHERS!!! I could watch that all day!! Lol! Thank you for the videos
I would love to see a cow cam on the scratchers.
Do you have a favorite cow... ??? I love watching... Always cow's watching you... lol... God Bless all thank you for sharing... You Dad is lucky to have you... Amen...
I want to know your work schedule, meaning, days off, hours a day..ect..
And we appreciate you! Love learning from you!
A british youtuber called Tompemberton Farm life shouted your channel out
Prefer Eric's channel though, Tom Pemberton can get to hyped up. Keep doing what ya doing Eric!
That’s nice of Mr Pemberton.
I've been watching both for a long time . . . enjoy both Eric and Tom and was great fun to see the shootout and for the Ginger Warrior to be open to using that rear weight 😀
I am ashamed to complain about my work now. The amount of work and effort is amazing and commendable. Excellent job.
What I wonder: At what time do you actually go to bed if you gotta get up early nearly every day?
I obviously cant speak for him, but I live and work with my family on their farm in the summer and we all go sleep around 11 to midnight and wake up around 5 give or take based on the work for that day
@@realcoastalzoomer592 and I thought that only I go to bed so late and get up so early.
Cheers from polish dairy farmer!
@@dzoskin.fan1 finally someone from Poland!
Zdrówka! (cheers!)
Always enjoy your videos! Thanks for sharing!
If you could change/upgrade one thing about your farm and it didnt cost anything, what would it be?
Everything lol
Sand bedding
@@thegreatpiginthesky3904 How better is it?
The whole video is eye opening thank God for the farmers lots of respect.
Do you notice a change in the amount of yield you get when using liquid fertilizer vs cow manure?
I enjoy seeing 482 also ! It’s awesome she’s always 1st . She looks so happy
Question for your Dad, Hello I’m David retired in Costa Rica, I watch everyone of your sons postings. He is a good kid and you have done a great job. If it's not to personal, tell me how you gained control of the original farm and a history of it’s growth. It’s obvious you’re a smart, hard working farmer, as you well know most farmers have gone out of business, Why are you still standing?
We enjoy watching your videos from Spring Valley, MN. We live on an old dairy farm so it’s fun for the kids to see what went on here 20 years ago. My 3 year old will ask “can we watch that nice boy?”
Curious how long it takes to mix everything together. I'm use to beef cattle, and throwing out giant bales of hay. lol
Your herd management is impressive, you probably have no idea how much information you've learned in your young life. Very impressive! Dad can be real impressed
with his sons work ethic !
I was wondering how you are being paid for your work since its a family farm. Or if you dont get paid regular way. Dont wanna know the amounts just the how
It probably works the same way most other family businesses do, the business has its own accounts and they pay themselves from the business account. This is how my family does it. As for how much he and his father pays themselves? No clue lol
Looking forward to the Q&A. I'm so happy to be able to watch your farm and you farming it. Lots of dedication there. Thank you.
What do you do with old dairy equipment that still works do you sell some things?
What are your favorite and least jobs on the farm?
what do you like/who do to watch on youtube?
you and your dad do a really grand job of running that farm, it's amazing , thanks for a great video
If you work all day every day your body soon twlls you to take a day off its good to rest
It’s amazing how you feed the cows, watching your video reminds me to my grandpa. 👍
That sunrise tho 🥰👌
Wasn't it gorgeous the way it came up in that tree? Tree almost looked like it was on fire! The farm sure is beautiful.
So enjoy watching your channel days work before any of us get out of bed take care and bless y’all and stay safe
Love the videos, thanks for sharing. I hope it opens some people’s eyes to the tremendous amount of work that goes in to the milk and dairy we love so much. What do you like to do for fun away from the farm?
Farmers are some of the hardest working people out there, up before light and back in the dark. My father grew up on a potato farm, I wish I had grown up on one but at least he did so I could learn good work ethics from him
Best farmer ever loved the vids
Great job on the video you inspired me to do those things like you
Yes
IT'S ALL IN YOUR HANDS. Just a friendly reminder. Facing all odds, the bumper from this year will show many, the good works of all our labors, together in this great nation! 🇺🇸🐮❤️💪
I'm curious about how many employees, either full time or part time you have?? It's gotta take more than just a few people to keep that operation going.
I want you to know that I really appreciate YOU , Eric. You take the time to film your daily work on your farm and it is very interesting and informative. Thanks for sharing and I am glad that you do get some time to spend with your cool little family. Peace for now.
I enjoy your videos, are you planning on taking a little time off this summer with your wife and child?
I think you guys deserve a break, also...... do you have any hobbies? If so, what are they?
what a difference between 5 cows and 172 cows. the work you have to do is amazing. Thanks.
do the same cows generally feed in the same stall or is it first come first serve
Cows have a picking order among them selves , like you will have one who thinks she is the boss and will try to boss all the other ladies around,it is fun to watch them.
It amazes me that milk can pay for all of this. Thanks for the video!
I wonder how they deal with rodents on such a large farm?
AR-15's
Hog Farming well that’s the real American style of pest control 🤠🤠🇺🇸🇺🇸😂😂
I such a large farm doesn't have a large farm is Farms are more rented out her mother Farmers that they rent they don't have a large farm you may think they do but it's actually quite small and come up with all that time it's kind of easy you only work in the field so much in the spring and fall and you just got a water if you have irrigation or fertilize them but otherwise they pretty much don't touch their fields except for when they get up Pickett it.
Daniel Peterson what??🤷🏼♂️
ian otto 🤣🤣🤣
Great videos! Keep up the great work. It’s a joy to watch these as I sit in my office in the city, brings back lots of memories. Thank you
What state do you live in
Pennsylvania
Another great vid, thank you sir Eric 👍🏻
What is your favorite part about farming, Eric?
You guys have very nice herd of cows 🐄 I miss Dairy farming please keep on milking cows . I Support Dairy Farmer and all 🚜
From start to finish, how long does it take to get all the cows fed?
Thanks and I love the channel
Grettings from Poland You and your dad have great farm!
Here is a question for both of you - I would love to know the history of the farm, at what age did you decide to stick to farming, vs moving on to another career? Did either of you do college? And is Eric growing a mullet? Ha
your cows are so calm & quiet!
How picked up milk from your farm
The same place that gives them chocolate milk as well picks up there milk if you ever hear them tell you where the milk that he gets his chocolate milk then you know where the milk is the milk company that picks up his milk.
@@danielpeterson6987 OP is asking about the procedure. A video on the milk trucks picking up the milk to bring to the factory would be interesting.
Great looking herd
Since the pandemic has it affected y’all have read where farmers are dumping milk cause no where to sell ?
Good morning and hello Eric you look a little tired my hardest part was getting up in the morning I know how you feel those cows are happy to see you you're farm is so nice and clean . The feed does look good thanks for another good video 👍🇺🇸 .
Question for your dad : At what age did u really begin to trust Eric with everything
GOOD Question! I was wondering the same thing
Awesome Video and much Love as Always!!!
How much money do you make from selling milk each year ? 🤔🤔🤔
Profit. Not sale price. They've an awful lot of overhead.
Patati- Tell us what your salary is first. How much do you earn?
@@robbrent 100k+
In the last few years, after accounting for reinvestment into the business and the value of their time and management, a lot of farmers lose money per cow per year, but they underestimate their time and therefore the farm can still cash flow until the next profitable year
@@patatipatata3439 Then why do you care? Honestly, it's really none of your business. Haven't you ever been taught that it's a rude questtion to ask?
You never stop Eric, you’re champ 😃👍
Eric, they know its Saturday that's why there just chilling, and how many hours of sleep do you actually get?
Cows don't know one day of the week from the neck except if the kids go to school and your home two days out of the week cuz can figure out something different about that but the cows routines that exact same every single day never changing promise got to work 7 days a week. 65 days a year non-stop I'm milking cows because they never stop except to have babies.
Daniel Peterson i know that cows dont know which day it is that was a joke, and i worked in dairy factory for 2 years so i know how everything works when it comes to milk and cows 😄😄😄
@@danielpeterson6987 someone needs to take away your computer.
You and Saskdutchkid are great. Thank you.
These cows are LOVED!!!
I watched several dairy channels and I am very pleased to see just how nice your feed is kept. I think you do an excellent job in getting your cows GREAT feed all year long!!
You guys run a very tidy outfit and dairy herd. Very informative film, keep up the good work.
Greatness from Northern Ireland 🇮🇪
You may not work 24/7 but having grown up on a dairy farm I know you work dang close to it. People have no clue about just how much farmers work. Your effort directly correlates to how successful your farming operations are. Keep up the awesome work!
Great job. Good looking cows.
So awesome to see and thanks for all of the detail you put into your channel
Your dad has to be proud of your degree of precision in your work and your work ethics. Enjoy your videos.
There've been times when I wouldn't mind having one of those roller brushes. HA!
I love that you are working hard every day for your dad 🥰😌
Always love watching the mix of feed!! 5:15 is a sleep in 😬 yikes. But doable this time of year planting time just love it. Thanks Eric
A cow nutritionist and tasty feed...your cows are well cared for :).
Were always busy on the farm but I always find time in my day to watch these videos. Everyone give this video a like
Great video! Thanks for sharing❗❗❗ 🙂🙂🙂 👍👍👍
Its awesome to get the chance to see what farmers do on a daily! Keep up the good work brother, I’ll follow your channel
You do a great job on your videos, thanks for bringing us along!
I always thought they just ate hay..it's so much different than I thought. Makes you appreciate the hard work these people do for us to have milk.
I love your channel.
It brings back fond memories of my time working on a dairy farm. I didn't make much money and I averaged about 105 hours a week with 2 days off a month.
But I loved it and it was good for me.
yay! :) Will be watching tonight after supper!! :) :) Already gave my thumbs up!! ya-hoo mt. dew!!!! :) :)
Really like your videos and learning about how a dairy farm works.
Another great vide. Many thanks 👍
Looking forward to hearing your dads story, Your channel gives us a great insight into how you guys do it in your part of the world.
Love your videos man. Every young man growing up needs the work ethic you have and the drive to do the work right. Going by the videos your Parents are amazing people and have raised a awesome man. Keep videos coming.