Big cornstalk bales serve as snow fence and more

Andrea Johnson
Dec 28, 2022
Dec 28, 2022

Matt and Amanda Altman built additions to each side of their white barn.

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Andrea Johnson

WORTHINGTON, Minn. – Five Pine Cattle Co. has been busy preparing for 2022-23 calving.

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