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Rest in Peace Isabelle
Hers was a presence that will not be forgotten. Continue reading
Isabelle’s Life: Gently Raising Dairy Cows
The life every cow deserves. That’s Isabelle’s life. Read about her life on Bit of Earth Farm. Continue reading
Moo Energy
Science lesson, humor, and rhyme. Plus flatus! Continue reading
Bovine Joy
Cows belong outdoors, where they dance for joy. Continue reading
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Tagged cattle, compassion, joy, pastured dairy
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Cover Girl Cow
Cow gets more than her 15 minutes of fame. Continue reading
Neighborhood Cows and Pigs: Real Food Sovereignty
The more we bring responsibility for food back to our households, neighborhoods, and local regions the more we free ourselves from international market forces that affect our food supply. Continue reading
Posted in agribusiness, cattle, community, economy, elders, farming, local food, sustainability, tradition
Tagged agribusiness, community, economy, elders, farming, food sovereignty, local food, sustainability, tradition
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How To Celebrate A Cow’s Birthday
Isabelle shows gratitude with copious drool. It’s her birthday today. She takes pieces of carrot, apple, broccoli and rutabaga from my fingers gently, her large soft lips careful and delicate against my skin. She gives each mouthful a few bites … Continue reading
Posted in agribusiness, cattle, grassfed, rural life, sustainability
Tagged agribusiness, grassfed, pastured dairy, sustainability
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