MilkMaids

We are back into an important topic! This week we are discussing milking machines and how they got started. Warning, it may haunt you! Then we get into the types and how they're set up. 

This week our shoutout goes to Dovetail Workwear, A MilkMaid Stephanie favorite. You can visit their clothing store online at https://dovetailworkwear.com

Happy Milking!

Resources

https://course-wp.bates.edu/literaturesofagriculture/2014/03/07/history-of-the-milking-process/ - History of the Milking Process, Literatures of Agriculture

http://www.americanartifacts.com/smma/milker/milker.htm -Early Cow Milking Machines

Milk Machine Cleaning Kit

Nupulse Claw and Milk Hose Washer

Vacuum Pump

Bucket Milker 

This week, we are talking artificial insemination of cows. Due to the nature of this topic, listener discretion is advised. This is the ultimate owner's guide to artificial insemination. We tell you what to expect and how it will go. We also help you prep and predict heat cycles so you know you have the timing right. We even talk about the pros and cons to AI vs having a bull.

Our shout out this week goes to the tasty Tanka Bars! This company is indigenous owned and operated and their products come with a rich history. Check them out at https://tankabar.com

As always, you can reach us at

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Weekly Resources:

- https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-58747464

- https://www.beefmagazine.com/americancowman/beef-and-business/ai-vs-bull - Bull vs AI article

- https://www.fwi.co.uk/livestock/livestock-breeding/8-step-guide-artificially-inseminating-dairy-cow - Steps to AI

- https://beef.unl.edu/cattleproduction/early-pregnancy-detection - Pregnancy Testing Options

- https://www.idexx.com/en/livestock/livestock-tests/ruminant-tests/idexx-pregnancy-tests/alertys-onfarm-ruminant-pregnancy-test/ - On Farm Pregnancy Testing Bloodwork

BONUS EPISODE!

It's our favorite- SPOOKY SEASON! And we can't help but to combine the spooky season with cows. So join us for this fun, unconventional episode all about cows, lore and bog butter!

As always, you can reach us at

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References:

https://youtu.be/QVdzrac9QB0 - Old School Skills: Bog Butter. How to preserve butter that remains edible for 3,000 years.

https://folklorethursday.com/folklife/from-cow-to-kitchen-the-lore-of-milking-and-dairy-work/

https://discover.hubpages.com/travel/Why-Swiss-cows-wear-bells

Happy Spooky Season!

You want to raise pastured chickens? Which breed do you choose, Freedom Rangers or Cornish Cross? This episode answers it all! We compare everything from behavior in the brooder, to husbandry differences in the pasture, even to differences in the butchering. Of course, learn some cool history while you're at it! And for the grand finale, we reveal the results of our blind taste tests of both Cornish Cross and Freedom Rangers.

This week's shout out goes to the amazing Butchery 101! Her passions for sustainable farming and community education are sure to inspire you. Check her out at https://www.butchery101.com

As always, you can reach us at

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Weekly Resources:

- Breeding the Chicken of Tomorrow | Community Chickens - Cornish Cross history

- https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/poultry-food-production-agriculture-mckenna - Cornish Cross History

- https://www.amazon.com/Big-Chicken-Incredible-Antibiotics-Agriculture/dp/1426217668/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8 - “Big Chicken” by Maryn McKenna

- https://sweetgumfarmal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/122130.pdf Label Rouge ATTRA Doc

- https://www.freedomrangerhatchery.com/freedom-ranger-chickens.asp - Freedom Ranger Hatchery

Brrrrr…. Winter is coming! As we dig out our winter gear, we figured it was best to share with you the farm gear that we love, and of course, some we hate. Get ready for the chilly season with cold weather hacks and brands.

This week’s shout out goes to Smile Farms! We so admire the work that they are doing with those who need it so much. Check them out and donate to their cause at https://smilefarms.org

As always, you can reach us at

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https://www.npr.org/2021/09/28/1041124299/wild-boars-rome-streets-food - Wild Boars in Rome

https://tinyurl.com/2wtpf8j2 - Wool Socks

https://tinylink.net/Q47Uf - Women's Bogs

https://tinyurl.com/4k666taj - Sorel Joan of Arctic

https://tinyurl.com/sbubbhb5 -Hot Feet Insoles

https://revivallclothing.com/ -Revivall Clothing

https://www.libertybibs.com/women/ -Liberty Overalls

https://tinyurl.com/4c3bph8m -Dovetail Pants

https://tinyurl.com/cpc3t8e8 - Duckworth Sweater

http://tiny.cc/rxljuz - Duluth No Yank Tank

https://www.ivyleaffarms.com/green-houwse-shop -Ivy Leaf Farms shop

https://tinyurl.com/5avc6vn8 - Headband

https://tinyurl.com/ncrwpbme - Pop top Mittens

https://tinyurl.com/2fkvbphf - Leather Work Gloves

Ready to be scared for spooky season?! Yeah, us too! Lets talk about common plants that will kill both you and your livestock! Poisonous plants are fascinating and terrifying all at the same time. Don’t worry, we end the episode on steps you can take to keep your critters safe, so its not all gloom and doom!

Our shout out this week goes to TCCAA Community Cannery out of Riverdale,VA! We could not be more excited about their operation. They provide an amazing resource to empower their community to preserve their own food. Donate to their cause at TCCAA | Community Cannery – Tri-County Community Action Agency (tricountyva.org)

As always, you can reach us at

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This week’s resources:

-‘Plants That Kill a Natural History of the World’s Most Poisonous Plants’ https://www.amazon.com/Plants-That-Kill-Natural-Poisonous/dp/0691178763

- https://extension.usu.edu/rangeplants/forbsherbaceous/black-henbane

- Plants Poisonous to Livestock in Montana and Wyoming (usda.gov)

- Fact Sheet: Poisonous Plants For Cattle (beefmagazine.com)

-https://extension.sdstate.edu/poisonous-plants-rangelands-hemlock-halogeton-and-buffalo-bur

- http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2010/06jun10/0610hn_hemlock.html

Our preservation series continues into the wild world of fermentation! We are specifically talking about fermenting veggies in this episode, sourdough and kombucha will be coming down the line. This is part two of two where we are actually telling you how to ferment food! We go step by step through both sauerkraut and pickled veggies recipes. Nothing stopping you from giving it a try after this episode!

Our shout out this week goes to The Blind Woodsman John Furniss and his wife Anni Furniss! Their story is truly one for the record books. John has overcome blindness and is an amazing woodworker who deserves all the support. Go check out his incredible pieces at their website: Furniss Studios - Blind Woodworker - Washougal - The Blind Woodsman or support them through Patreon at Anni and John Furniss (The Blind Woodsman) are creating Art | Patreon

As always, you can reach us at

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Weekly Resources:

- Living History Farms: Beyond Sauerkraut: A Brief History of Fermented Foods (lhf.org)

- "Fermented Vegetables" by Kirsten K Shockey & Christopher Shockey Fermented Vegetables: Creative Recipes for Fermenting 64 Vegetables & Herbs in Krauts, Kimchis, Brined Pickles, Chutneys, Relishes & Pastes: Christopher Shockey, Kirsten K. Shockey: 0787721860693: Amazon.com: Books

- Wooden Tamper Amazon.com: Masontops Pickle Packer - Acacia Wood Vegetable Fermentation Tamper - Cabbage Sauerkraut Pounder - Fermenting Food Tool: Home & Kitchen

- Ohio Stoneware Ohio Stoneware ~ Preserving Crocks

- Fermentation weights Amazon.com: 4-Pack Fermentation Glass Weights with Easy Grip Grooved Handles Heavy Fermenting Lids Fermentation Kit for Any Wide Mouth Mason Jars: Home & Kitchen

- Kraut Source Air Lock Lids Kraut Source

- Fermentation Nipple Lids Amazon.com: Silicone Fermenting Lids, Waterless Airlock Fermentation Mason Jar Lids Silicone Airlock Lids, Kimchi, Pickles, and Fermented Probiotic Food, 5 Pack (Jars & Metal Rings Not Included) : Home & Kitchen

Our preservation series continues into the wild world of fermentation! We are specifically talking about fermenting veggies in this episode, sourdough and kombucha will be coming down the line. This is part one of two where we are telling you all the nitty gritty details on the history,  process, and the equipment you will need.

Our shout out this week goes to the amazing Alpacas of Montana! Their commitment to quality alpaca fiber products as well as education to the community is truly inspiring. Go check them out at Alpaca Clothing: High-Quality and Hypoallergenic | Alpacas of Montana

As always, you can reach us at

[email protected]

Don't forget to send us your info to redeem your sticker if you participated in the #preservewithmilkmaids challenge

Weekly Resources:

- Living History Farms: Beyond Sauerkraut: A Brief History of Fermented Foods (lhf.org)

- "Fermented Vegetables" by Kirsten K Shockey & Christopher Shockey Fermented Vegetables: Creative Recipes for Fermenting 64 Vegetables & Herbs in Krauts, Kimchis, Brined Pickles, Chutneys, Relishes & Pastes: Christopher Shockey, Kirsten K. Shockey: 0787721860693: Amazon.com: Books

- Wooden Tamper Amazon.com: Masontops Pickle Packer - Acacia Wood Vegetable Fermentation Tamper - Cabbage Sauerkraut Pounder - Fermenting Food Tool: Home & Kitchen

- Ohio Stoneware Ohio Stoneware ~ Preserving Crocks

- Fermentation weights Amazon.com: 4-Pack Fermentation Glass Weights with Easy Grip Grooved Handles Heavy Fermenting Lids Fermentation Kit for Any Wide Mouth Mason Jars: Home & Kitchen

- Kraut Source Air Lock Lids Kraut Source

- Fermentation Nipple Lids Amazon.com: Silicone Fermenting Lids, Waterless Airlock Fermentation Mason Jar Lids Silicone Airlock Lids, Kimchi, Pickles, and Fermented Probiotic Food, 5 Pack (Jars & Metal Rings Not Included) : Home & Kitchen

It's Season TWO!! Join us for more in depth introductions of your hosts Tara and Steph, how we got started, where we've been and where we are going. Steph covers her decision to step back from for-profit farming. Also, we processed Tara's chickens and did a review of that experience. Plus, for those of you who participated in the #preservewithmilkmaids challenge- we have a special treat for you! This fun, laid back episode is great before we dig into the meaty season two topics we have planned.

As always, you can reach us at

[email protected]

Happy Milking!!