Rain

Rain.

It is welcomed at nearly every juncture of the growing season. We have been blessed to have such copious amounts, but as I get ready to head to the paddocks, we're pushing the envelope. Since yesterday, we've seen over 3 inches of rain. Now, I'm not complaining. Its just that it presents some challenges. The paddocks are muddy. It gets hard to put in paddocks, take them out as well as work on weeds.

We also had tremendous amounts two weeks ago and one paddock in particular was relegated to muddy highway 101. Since then grasses, alfalfa and some clover have appeared back in that paddock. In fact, in another week, you won't even know the cattle were there. The mob grazing has been good for the cattle, although having a scale will give me a better idea how the stockers are performing on a daily gain basis. I'm looking to apply for a grant to cover the cost.

The sorghum sudangrass is ready to go, but the rain pushes harvest back a bit. I anticipate a great deal of forage for the winter from this crop.

After paddock work, it looks like indoor work will be the call for the day. Fencing, hay and other things will need to wait until we see three days of dry weather.

All in the life of the farm. Perhaps I migrate to La Farge for the Kickapoo Valley Fair as well. TGIF!