Tag Archives: paddocks farm

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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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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Paddocks Farm update

Posted on February 4, 2012 by adminfarm

So angry with british telecom’s incompetence, poor customer service, indifference and bullying.  I am surprised they have survived. I actually feel I have to protect my business from them. Must have spent 120 hours plus over 3 years just trying to get … 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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Living with livestock

Posted on December 12, 2011 by adminfarm

The Morning feed There is a symphony of noise, activity and expectation as I walk out the door (side stepping 4 cats who shadow me tripping my stride) to start the morning feed. Pigs squealing and grunting with delight, the … Continue reading →

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