Even though we are still feeling the fall vibes here on the farm, it was a brisk 43 degrees when we woke up this morning reminding our family that winter is not only coming, but faster than we want. Winter prep on the farm. The image above was our first winter here (last year) and it was as stunning as it looks. PURCHASE OF HAY/STRAW The grasses are starting to…
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On A Monday
Read moreI’m writing…on a Monday. That can only mean one thing…kids are back in school. This post will be a lot different than our regular scheduled programing of farm chores, livestock, and garden updates. It’s going to be me. It’s going to be what I wrote about for years…parenting. I CAN BREATHE New little clean back to school clothes on that they have picked out, their hair “just right,” lunches packed…
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Top Medications For Poultry
Read moreTop medications to have on hand when you own poultry. No one wants their livestock to get sick. Ever, but things happen and the best thing you can do is to be prepared. Here is what our farm has on hand at all times to make sure everyone stays well. This post is for information purposes. Please speak to your veterinary specialist before making an informed decision. *Please note this…
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We Have Eggs
Read moreWe have eggs! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be this excited about farm fresh eggs, but after you care for an animal for 18 weeks, feed, love, and give them the very best life humanly possible…it’s magical. Like a big butt nugget thank you. 🙂 DUCK EGGS The kicker? We’re not just getting chicken eggs, but delicious rich duck eggs as well. It’s embarrassing how…
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Keeping Poultry Healthy
Read moreOne of our number one goals on this farm is to have not only happy animals, but healthy ones. Animals who are healthy produce healthy offspring, healthy eggs, milk, and meat. There are a bunch of things you can do to make that a reality and I’m going to share what we do to keep our poultry healthy. FOOD & WATER WATER Everyone knows to begin a healthy regimen you…
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May Updates On The Farm
Read moreOur first pastured fenced, adding more chickens, and anxiously awaiting our first eggs…May updates on the farm. I’m not gonna lie, it’s getting harder and harder to blog frequently. There is something to always do on the farm and squeezing time in to write (even though it’s one of my favorite things) is difficult. Just this morning as I was filling up waters for all the animals, I kept thinking…
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March Updates On The Farm
Read moreMarch updates on the farm. Well, Spring has officially landed here at The Pendleton Family Farm and we’re in full swing on projects. Between caring for the ducks, chicks, baby goats, new puppies, and the greenhouse, we have arrived at farm life. LOTS OF BABY GOAT FEEDING The kids are officially 4 weeks old and are still being bottle fed three times a day. In a couple of weeks, we’ll move…
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Duck House
Read moreAfter Scott worked for 21 days straight (17 of those out of town), our to do list was growing fast. He took a few days off when he got back and let me tell you…that man worked non-stop for 5 days. One thing he accomplished was our duck house by the pond using repurposed wood/supplies. It turned out more perfect than I could have dreamed, even if they have only…
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The New Kids In Town-Baby Goats
Read moreBaby Goats-The New Kids In Town. Well, they have arrived and are just as cute as I had envisioned. Between bottle feeding, poop patrol, and snuggles, these days are now full. Are they not the best things ever? We are so in love. We’ve changed their names a half a dozen times, but have finally settled on Clyde (our only male-wether), Thelma, Louise, Popcorn, & Penelope. SETTLED IN I didn’t…
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Goats Are Coming
Read moreIt’s only fitting that goats would be the next livestock on The Pendleton Family Farm right? lol. Well, goats are coming and we are ready! I had the honor of visiting Prodigal Farm and was surrounded by baby goats (kids). It was like a dream. Read all about our plans and what types of goats we chose. THE FIRST MISTAKE Our first mistake was going to the farm to just…