Category Archives: Farming 101

A Farmer’s Publications

Posted on February 22, 2012 by CCOAF

I venture to say most of us have magazines, newsletters, or websites that we enjoy depending on our interests. From what I can tell a farmer is no different. There are a variety of publications My Farmer enjoys as well … Continue reading →

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Learning the Cuts

Posted on February 9, 2012 by CCOAF

This has been one definite learning experience for me in regards to learning the cuts of meat of a cow and the best packaging request. Since we’ve been married I’ve been learning the cuts & packaging that originally suited just … Continue reading →

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Farm Business Decisions

Posted on January 30, 2012 by CCOAF

Running a farm isn’t easy work, especially when it’s a second job. Our farm business still relies on one of us working full time, and My Farmer has the responsibility. However our goal with hard work and determination is for … Continue reading →

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A Farmer’s “Brand”

Posted on January 27, 2012 by CCOAF

We all have favorite brands of clothes, favorite brands of food products, and the list goes on. I’m starting to learn My Farmer’s favorite brands and it all has to do with the brands he uses here on the farm. … Continue reading →

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Operating Farm Machines ~Tractors

Posted on January 21, 2012 by CCOAF

I love it when I get to witness first hand what my sons are learning by living on a farm. Not only are they learning farm safety, but they’re also learning how to run and drive some of the farm … Continue reading →

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What Farm Kids Learn

Posted on December 16, 2011 by CCOAF

My son had to do a writing prompt and he chose to write about farm machinery. In his words here is the equipment we have on the farm and what it does. Enjoy! ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ … Continue reading →

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The Future of Farm Kids

Posted on December 1, 2011 by CCOAF

I have to start by saying that no matter how much I compare country living to city living that raising kids on a farm in the country is by far an awesome way to teach responsibility, work ethic, how to … Continue reading →

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An Unusual Harvest Season

Posted on November 26, 2011 by CCOAF

In the all the years I’ve experienced harvest season, which to be honest isn’t very many, I’ve never seen a harvest such as this. Harvest usually starts with harvesting the soy beans, then the corn, and finally the plowing of … Continue reading →

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Harvesting is . . .

Posted on November 5, 2011 by CCOAF

It’s that time of year again . . . harvest season. The second time of year when the farmers are working overtime and not to mention it’s crunch time. This is the moment of truth so see how the growing … Continue reading →

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Learning the Farm Lingo ~ Animals

Posted on October 5, 2011 by CCOAF

I had no idea how many different terms there are not only for the animals, but also the animals according to their purpose. Check out this list below and you’ll see what I mean. Phew! Cattle Terminology: Heifer – female … Continue reading →