How We Care for the Land and Cattle

How We Care for the Land and Cattle

Being ranchers in the Sandhills of Nebraska, my husband, Kerry, and I are all about being good stewards of our land and our livestock. We do what we can to improve our land and water to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our cattle. We do this to provide...
#LambLovers Month on the Farm and in the Kitchen

#LambLovers Month on the Farm and in the Kitchen

Lambing: My favorite time of the year on the farm! I love to watch all the babies frolicking in the corral. On our farm, we are almost through with the first lambing season of 2021. It is a busy time, but we enjoy this season. While there is much work to be done...
Animal Health

Animal Health

CommonGround volunteers Melisa Konecky and Karah Perdue take you on a tour of Melisa’s dairy and discuss how farmers and ranchers care for their animals.  Watch and learn  
Babies, Babies, Babies………….

Babies, Babies, Babies………….

There isn’t anything much cuter than a baby calf. Black, white, brown fuzzy little creatures! Dairy farmers take the responsibility of raising healthy calves very seriously. It only makes sense, because the calves are the future of the farm. Healthy heifer calves...
Caring for Dairy Cows in All Sorts of Weather

Caring for Dairy Cows in All Sorts of Weather

When winter arrives, we aren’t the only ones bundling up to stay warm.  As a dairy farmer, I want you to know we pay special attention to the health of our baby calves during harsh weather to make sure they are protected sufficiently from the elements. ...