Pretty slick using the Picrite to spread the bedding in the Heifer barn. One trip instead of a bunch of skid-steer runs, and nice and fluffy. The fans really seem to make a bid difference on keeping the bedding dry,
There is so much here. Your father is away for a week. No matter, you just carry on, working very hard, doing whatever needs to be done and doing it very well. You care for the animals and you can see that they are contented cows. Good on you, Eric. Appreciate all the extra work you do to make the videos interesting and instructive. God's peace be with you and yours.
Eric, Thank You for explaining your operation to us ! It is good that everyone understands just what goes into a dairy all you keep track of and the amount of work/care that is involved ! I think most of us can see it is a labor of Love !!! It shows !!! GOD BLESS !!!
@10th Generation Dairyman My wife and I recently found your channel. We were looking for something new to watch, so we've been "binging" the playlist, starting from the oldest to newest. Just wanted to say we've enjoyed them so far and appreciate your work ethic, your open display of your faith, and for reminding us of all of us the hard work that's behind the day-to-day items we take for granted. Thanks for doing these!
@@phyllishalley8972 Are you a cow that's being forced to dry out and then getting your teats plugged shut so no overflow milk can escape, even in a desperate, painful mode ?
Great video Eric! Appreciate the explanation of the dry cow process. Nice to see the cow happy to get in the pasture. Fans are doing a nice job of cooling and drying. Enjoyed the video. Well done!
Plutus was the ancient Greek god of wealth. He was shown as a baby in the arms of the goddess of good fortune or peace. He was also holding a horn of plenty. You made me think of him with your video. Everyone should watch your video to learn about what it takes to get our milk to our tables. I love milk. I drink about a gallon of milk every three days. Thanks for these great videos. - Theodore A. Vegh, B.S.
I enjoy the reminder of regular maintenance necessary to keep equipment running smoothly. That being said, have you ever shown what is required for the feed wagon? Keep up the great work!
Great video Eric ! It’s good to see the fan’s our working to keep cow’s cool . Thank’s for the info on how you dry cow’s process . We usually have a vet to come out and do our cow’s . Here in Indiana have been in a drought for quit sometime had so beautiful showers but need more.
Of all the farm channels I follow across Canada and the US you are about the only ones that haven’t been affected by some violent storms or drought conditions. Looks like you are having a banner year. This video had a variety of content Thank You for sharing it with us.
You’re a great & dependable young man Eric. Your dad can leave for a week & not have to worry knowing all is being looked after & in good hands. Like your educational videos. Good Job
Eric -Just curious, is the wheat field you spread the manure in owned by the farmer you borrow equipment from? If it is, I think its great how you have that neighbors helping neighbors mentality to get the work done. 👍
He said in another recent video that when he uses the term neighbor he really means he has many neighbors that he borrows from/helps out, it's not always the same neighbor
I'm curious to know how the nitrogen shortage and fertilizer shortages affects your operations? I love your channel! The respect you show your animals shows your character and a great family dynamic. Thank you for sharing your life.
Is there a shortage in America too? We had a slight shortage in Europe but we have different trade laws with Russia. What's affecting us is the price of it. It peaked at almost 300% the price of previous years.
@@billabong9215 Yes, it is not really a shortage at least in my state, it's the prices that have shot way up. We can get everything, but prices are still crazy high.
Great idea reusing the bedding. We also made a mound on our concrete heifer lot for them to lay on. It’s a good way to dilute the sawdust so it doesn’t take up so much nitrogen fertilizer.
Like seeing your cows and heifers, you can see they are treated well, good job. I would love to have that skid loader, mine is broken down and old, kinda like me.😄 Thanks for sharing, have a great weekend.
Hi Eric, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos. The subject matter would be interesting enough on its own, but you take it a step further with excellent videography and editing. Just really great quality entertainment, and education! Thank you!
Glad you’re getting some rain. We’re dry as a bone in Alabama. Hay’s going to be a bit harder to come by this year if it doesn’t start to seriously rain soon ! Great video ! Thanks for all your efforts !
Non-farmer here...How many acres are supporting how many cows? An operation ten times bigger, would it require ten times the amount of land? Love your channel!
I love your videos. I'm not a farmer but am very interested in your profession and you have some of the best agriculture content on yt. I don't tend to Like most vlog style content but yours stands out from the rest.
Hey Eric, I have 2 questions. When you're ready for them to milk again how do you get the sealant out? Do you give them something to stop them from producing milk as well as the sealant?
Hi Eric, this is Shari and Earl Dodge. I just want to let you know that you have been a great inspiration to my wife of 47 years. Shari has been fighting cancer for 5 years and you have helped her more than you know on helping fight for her life. She would like to know if the signal tree has any special meaning to you and the farm? You and your family take care and God Bless You.
Hey Eric, have you ever gotten an injury handling the cows? I imagine with them weighing so much if they got a spook or did something unexpected it could lead to a serious injury. What are some of the precautions you take to make sure it doesnt happen ?
Best wishes For Eric and his family. Many governments around the world are limiting nitrogen in the soil by farmers. Leading to low yields and possible hunger or worse. Please support our farmers who love their lands and know best how to balance human needs vs the planet. For example Eric teaches us regularly how they research good farming techniques like NO TILL and just today less antibiotics. God Speed your journey young man PEACE
Eric, do you keep separate equipment (skid steerers, tractors) for handling manure and handling feed? Or do you clean them between jobs to prevent contamination?
That is impressive Would you please explain the feed contents ratio, and is it the same ratio for all meals and also what is different ratios for different ages? Many thanks
Does it get uncomfortable for the cows when you have to dry them up from milk being produced or does it get full and not taken out so their body just stops producing it
good manure cleaning , barn bed soil replacement & excellent teat antibiotic administration for drying off cows # antibiotic in administration in teat canal prevent mastitis during dry period # awesome silage & grain feed # while U administered vaccine in the neck muscles cows head were in feed lot fence but not locked # as i understand the vaccine administered was Rota Virus vaccine #❤️👍👍
Pretty slick using the Picrite to spread the bedding in the Heifer barn. One trip instead of a bunch of skid-steer runs, and nice and fluffy. The fans really seem to make a bid difference on keeping the bedding dry,
There is so much here. Your father is away for a week. No matter, you just carry on, working very hard, doing whatever needs to be done and doing it very well. You care for the animals and you can see that they are contented cows. Good on you, Eric. Appreciate all the extra work you do to make the videos interesting and instructive. God's peace be with you and yours.
Eric, Thank You for explaining your operation to us ! It is good that everyone understands just what goes into a dairy all you keep track of and the amount of work/care that is involved ! I think most of us can see it is a labor of Love !!! It shows !!!
GOD BLESS !!!
@10th Generation Dairyman My wife and I recently found your channel. We were looking for something new to watch, so we've been "binging" the playlist, starting from the oldest to newest. Just wanted to say we've enjoyed them so far and appreciate your work ethic, your open display of your faith, and for reminding us of all of us the hard work that's behind the day-to-day items we take for granted. Thanks for doing these!
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I'm really glad you fully explained what drying up a cow involved and why so there is nothing open for misinterpretation.
Yup, torture
Didn't seem like it bothered them at all 😸
@@phyllishalley8972 Are you a cow that's being forced to dry out and then getting your teats plugged shut so no overflow milk can escape, even in a desperate, painful mode ?
Recycling at its best! The dry pack is so effective, look how it flies like powder, when being spread . Thanks Eric.
I hope your dad (parents) are on a well deserved vacation. Looking forward to a new Q&A with you and your dad.
Great video Eric! Appreciate the explanation of the dry cow process. Nice to see the cow happy to get in the pasture. Fans are doing a nice job of cooling and drying. Enjoyed the video. Well done!
You know what I like about you Eric you are a thoughtful dairyman. You said I don't like the cows to stand and that's why I watch your channel.
Hey Eric, is it just you and your dad that mixes feed for the farm?
Less stress for cow more milk production. Cows like to lay down.
He doesn't care about the cow, he just cares about the profit
@@realemonful he must care for cows for the effort he makes to make them comfortable and less stress to make more milk.
@@db7059 He milks them 3 times a day and that is not natural so what does that tell you?
As a dairy farmer in Wisconsin, it is really cool to see how other farmers operate in different states. Great video!
Hello Fellow wisconsinknight
Plutus was the ancient Greek god of wealth. He was shown as a baby in the arms of the goddess of good fortune or peace. He was also holding a horn of plenty. You made me think of him with your video. Everyone should watch your video to learn about what it takes to get our milk to our tables. I love milk. I drink about a gallon of milk every three days. Thanks for these great videos. - Theodore A. Vegh, B.S.
I enjoy the reminder of regular maintenance necessary to keep equipment running smoothly. That being said, have you ever shown what is required for the feed wagon? Keep up the great work!
Great video Eric ! It’s good to see the fan’s our working to keep cow’s cool . Thank’s for the info on how you dry cow’s process . We usually have a vet to come out and do our cow’s . Here in Indiana have been in a drought for quit sometime had so beautiful showers but need more.
It's great to see the cows being able to go in and out when they want to. I can tell they are happy. Thanks for the video.
I’ve been waiting for you to bed the heifer shed like that with the manure spreader! Works slick👌
Thanks for taking us along.. 👨🌾🚜👨🌾👍👍
Of all the farm channels I follow across Canada and the US you are about the only ones that haven’t been affected by some violent storms or drought conditions. Looks like you are having a banner year. This video had a variety of content Thank You for sharing it with us.
You’re a great & dependable young man Eric. Your dad can leave for a week & not have to worry knowing all is being looked after & in good hands. Like your educational videos. Good Job
legend out here explaining what you're up to with the cows while in the rain and getting all that work done, I love it. keep up the hard work
Eric, my brother and I used to do that 60 years ago. It was our regular job on Saturday mornings. We spread the manure on the snowy fields.
Glad to see that the new big fans are earning their keep. Love your videos, they are so informative. Thanks.
I feel like I almost work for you guys!! Been watching y'all for years now!! Congrats on your success Eric!
Eric -Just curious, is the wheat field you spread the manure in owned by the farmer you borrow equipment from? If it is, I think its great how you have that neighbors helping neighbors mentality to get the work done. 👍
He said in another recent video that when he uses the term neighbor he really means he has many neighbors that he borrows from/helps out, it's not always the same neighbor
I'm curious to know how the nitrogen shortage and fertilizer shortages affects your operations? I love your channel! The respect you show your animals shows your character and a great family dynamic. Thank you for sharing your life.
Is there a shortage in America too? We had a slight shortage in Europe but we have different trade laws with Russia. What's affecting us is the price of it. It peaked at almost 300% the price of previous years.
@@billabong9215 Yes, it is not really a shortage at least in my state, it's the prices that have shot way up. We can get everything, but prices are still crazy high.
Awesome video and great job holding down the farm with Dad away. God Bless.
You have alot cows ready to calf. May God bless all farmers this year
Always caring about the cows. Stay safe.
Great idea reusing the bedding. We also made a mound on our concrete heifer lot for them to lay on. It’s a good way to dilute the sawdust so it doesn’t take up so much nitrogen fertilizer.
Eric, you're an excellent herdsman. Keep up the good work>
this open field for the cows looks so nice. i wonder how it looks like in a couplenof weeks
Thank you for sharing, those girls love you, hope Dad views this video ... grace & peace
Like seeing your cows and heifers, you can see they are treated well, good job. I would love to have that skid loader, mine is broken down and old, kinda like me.😄 Thanks for sharing, have a great weekend.
Really like your videos, the variety of work you do can never get boring!
You’re a hard working man for sure!!!
Great video Eric. I'm sure your dad's at ease knowing you are taking care of things.
LOVE ALL YOUR VIDEOS ERIC HAVE BLESSED DAY
Hi Eric, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos. The subject matter would be interesting enough on its own, but you take it a step further with excellent videography and editing. Just really great quality entertainment, and education! Thank you!
Thank you
Glad you’re getting some rain. We’re dry as a bone in Alabama. Hay’s going to be a bit harder to come by this year if it doesn’t start to seriously rain soon ! Great video ! Thanks for all your efforts !
The pick rite spreads sawdust perfectly
Thanks for your hard work!
Thank you Eric I enjoy all your videos. I really appreciate your explanation of everything going on.
Good video looks like things are going along fine .
I really appreciate your hard work you put in 💐
👍
Non-farmer here...How many acres are supporting how many cows? An operation ten times bigger, would it require ten times the amount of land? Love your channel!
I love your videos. I'm not a farmer but am very interested in your profession and you have some of the best agriculture content on yt. I don't tend to Like most vlog style content but yours stands out from the rest.
Hey Eric, I have 2 questions. When you're ready for them to milk again how do you get the sealant out? Do you give them something to stop them from producing milk as well as the sealant?
You guys seriously keep me sane with this videos lol 😂 hope the shoulder is working out for your dad. Wish you guys the best! Love the vids!
There you go! Backing the spreader in works way better and faster.
Tiz great that you farm in a way that suits not only you but your cropping neighbors
You should spread the new bedding with rhe manure spreader. Just fill it up back in and spread. Does a nice even layer.
Great video Eric! You do a very good job!
Love the hard work you do everyday.
Hi Eric, this is Shari and Earl Dodge.
I just want to let you know that you have been a great inspiration to my wife of 47 years. Shari has been fighting cancer for 5 years and you have helped her more than you know on helping fight for her life. She would like to know if the signal tree has any special meaning to you and the farm? You and your family take care and God Bless You.
How is the plug removed? Excellent video and job Eric! Thanks
Busy day glad for Dad to come home.
Hey Eric, was wondering how the dry up sealant gets removed, when the cow is ready to be milked again after the next calf?
Hey Eric, have you ever gotten an injury handling the cows? I imagine with them weighing so much if they got a spook or did something unexpected it could lead to a serious injury. What are some of the precautions you take to make sure it doesnt happen ?
Best camera angle award goes to the spreader in the heifer pen.🎥 That was wicked.👍🤛
Great video Eric. Just love watching your videos. Very interesting also. Thank you Eric
Did you get your robot alley scraper working proper again ?
Happy new year to you and all your family hope you have another good year
Tiz also great to see the focus on not using antibiotics as a blank precaution
Love the farm we just got out of dairy and switched to crops
Where's your farm??
Cows look good and heathy. Have a good weekend.
Best wishes For Eric and his family. Many governments around the world are limiting nitrogen in the soil by farmers. Leading to low yields and possible hunger or worse. Please support our farmers who love their lands and know best how to balance human needs vs the planet. For example Eric teaches us regularly how they research good farming techniques like NO TILL and just today less antibiotics. God Speed your journey young man PEACE
Letting the cows walk down after drying up must be such a nice treat for them to be ushered 1 on 1 like a dog lol
Good video Erich
How are the Montbéliarde cross heifers? Thanks for the video. I know you are busy with your dad away.
Do you ever use the tiller to turn the ground or the bedding in the heifer barn that you’re doing today
Good luck in your softball and ultimate frisbee games 👍🏼
Eric, do you keep separate equipment (skid steerers, tractors) for handling manure and handling feed? Or do you clean them between jobs to prevent contamination?
The heffers are like, Aww hand-me-down bedpack.
If you stop up the cow’s teats, what happens to the milk she produces?
try move the heifers every 3 day and after that let the paddock recover fully, you will get amazing grass and growth as you keep doing this.
After seeing that feed on your cab accident, maybe you should try to capture more of those “incidents. ” A yearly blooper video sounds fun to me lol
I grew up in Milwaukee Wisconsin and spent a few summers working on a dairy farm near Prarie Du Chien...
Happy cows make lots of good quality milk!
Just another day of poo flinging you do a great job of running the farm while your dad is gone thanks for your hard work
The Kubota has small front. The bigger back tires. Most skid steers have all four the same size
Great awesome video Eric , lots of work to do , sorry I don’t say much about things like others do ,
That is impressive
Would you please explain the feed contents ratio, and is it the same ratio for all meals and also what is different ratios for different ages?
Many thanks
Awesome Video and Much Love as Always 🐄 Man!!!!
I enjoyed ur video. thank u for sharing.
Hi Eric, we were just wondering if there is a story behind the old single tree out in the field? Thank you, Shari and Earl Dodge
Great video Eric
Does it get uncomfortable for the cows when you have to dry them up from milk being produced or does it get full and not taken out so their body just stops producing it
Hi 👋 Eric and dad and families grandkids love video excellent work cow 🐄 are happy my families love milk 🥛 and as you all be safe 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Be cool to see you run the rototiller over the pack on the new heifer barn while they’re out most of the day.
I wonder whether you found a new way to spread new bedding using the manure spreader?
If I was as happy as your cows seem, I'd be leading a pretty good life.
Great content 8/8
great videos Florida Joe
good manure cleaning , barn bed soil replacement & excellent teat antibiotic administration for drying off cows # antibiotic in administration in teat canal prevent mastitis during dry period # awesome silage & grain feed # while U administered vaccine in the neck muscles cows head were in feed lot fence but not locked # as i understand the vaccine administered was Rota Virus vaccine #❤️👍👍
Do you feed the same TMR to your far off and your close up groups?Do you have a transition ration?
We add some grain and mineral before feeding the prefresh I just didn't show it here.
Looks like a really easy way to re-bed
Hey Eric, you may have said it before but how long does one of the lanes of the silage bunks last?
About 5 months
Do you test the quality of your Maize silage?
I noticed 1 of your heifers has horns. Will you dehorn her? Are many born with horns?
Always enjoy your videos. Keep them coming.
Thank you for your video's
Great video my friend👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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