8 sentences that taught me more about farming....
Here are the 8 sentences that taught me more about farming than any agriculture degree ever could.
Number 8 impacted me the most.
- Never complain about the weather. Someone in farming has always seen it worse than it is right now. Usually with reference the summer of 76 or the winter of 63’.
- Never shift livestock with anyone you’re planning on having a serious long term relationship with. Divorce lawyers are not cheap
- Baler twine can be used to fix anything. Never throw it away and treat it with the respect it deserves. It is worth it’s weight in gold
- The chance of livestock dying is directly proportional to the amount of money you spend on it. Medicate sparingly.
- You’ll never find a 10mm socket when you need one. Consequently, any machinery requiring a 10mm socket should be treated with caution
- The phrase ‘don’t shit on your own doorstep’ doesn’t apply to cows. Especially dairy cows. They will shit where they want, when they want and on whoever they want
- Working in agriculture will give you a degree in professional swearing. A degree not matched by any other industry. One that takes years to master but will last a lifetime.
- Your dad is never wrong. Even when you are utterly convinced you’re right, you’re not. No exceptions.
Untill next week....
Sandy