Dry spring makes for easy calving, worries for another year of drought

Apr 2, 2024
Apr 2, 2024

Down on the Farm (4).jpg — A new calf from one of the Peterson’s heifers rests in the sunshine.
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Paula Peterson

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Paula Peterson

Right this very minute down on the farm we are all hands-on deck. Calving is going very well. Out of 19 heifers, 18 calved within three weeks and only one needed a little assistance. Thank you to Lylester Ranch for your easy birthing and calm disposition bulls, Frank and George!

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Down on the Farm (2).jpg — Ryan and Tom get new calves tagged and vaccinated at the Peterson farm.
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Down on the Farm (3).jpg — German exchange student Jelle Schultz meets his first baby calf.
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Down on the Farm (1).jpg — Bob Muhlbach works to get waterways ready for the next season.
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Paula Peterson and her husband raise crops and cows near Waverly, Nebraska. She loves to share her love of agriculture with people from all walks of life, and she is active with several agriculture organizations. She can be reached at pgpeterson86@gmail.com.