This picture shows three generations of the family moving cows from one farm to the other. There is only a short distance of gravel road between the pastures so we choose to walk them down the road instead of putting them in the trailer. We feel that this is less stressful the cattle than being put in the trailer and therefore it is best for us too. This operation takes coordination so that we don't have cows in neighbor's yards, but everyone has their job and does it well. It is exciting to see how children that have not had much responsibility change after they have been given some on the farm for several weeks. It has been our experience that when this occurs, the children become more respectful and responsible in everything they do. This is one of the reasons that I am thankful that we are able to raise our children in this lifestyle. It is a true way of life that affects everything you do and the way you think. Beef check-off research shows that nearly one-half of cattle ranchers and farmers volunteer with youth organizations and more than one-third donate their time with other civic organizations compared to a national average of seven percent of all Americans.
Until next time, remember.......Beef, It's What's for Dinner!
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