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Reindeer calving – Born to die

Posted on June 11, 2012 by adminfarm

Oh heck. The time and emotional investment in these little reindeer calves is huge. The two hand reared calves are now approaching 3 and 4 weeks of age and had death scares with both of them. This morning the little … Continue reading →

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Reindeers At Paddocks Ross On Wye

Posted on April 29, 2012 by adminfarm

Reindeer will not birth when it is raining – yikes the little ones are in for a long stay in the womb. So I am still waiting for reindeer calves to appear. Lambing has gone so smooth – however one … Continue reading →

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Oh What A Day

Posted on February 9, 2012 by adminfarm

There is an advert re family members sharing what their day has involved. Got me to wonder what my unfolding day would look like. Here is my yesterday. 5am up and cup of tea with milk and 2 sugars. Checked dogs, … Continue reading →

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The winter regime

Posted on January 17, 2012 by adminfarm

Three hours it took to feed the animals this morning – breaking icy troughs and carrying buckets around. Was desperate for a coffee, hands wet and cold in stiff mitts but thought if I go in and take all my layers off it … Continue reading →

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Another birth

Posted on January 16, 2012 by adminfarm

Yup another calf born, licked over and up and following mum 89. Fortunately the herd have a deep straw filled barn with hay on tap, as well as their field, so the mum and new born ventured in. As mum … Continue reading →

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Competition over collaboration

Posted on January 13, 2012 by adminfarm

Feed time is where you can see real focus and committment to the task. The objective is simple, “how can I  access as much feed as possible?” The resource is limited and thus the benefits of competition far outweighs the benefits of … Continue reading →

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