Cattle Panels – The fencing in and around your farm must be well maintained to keep your animals safe and avoid altercations with the neighbours. Do walk around the fence line 3-4 times a week to check for damage and repair it properly if you spot anything amiss. The damaged posts must be replaced and any loose ones need to reset.
Farm buildings – Just like the fence and panels, your barns, coops and covered shelters for animals will also need regular inspection and periodic repairs. Just carry a little diary in pocket and note down all that needs to be taken care of – painting of walls, fixing of leakages, padding up of animal shelter for changing weather – and then fix a day to do everything together. Call for professional help where necessary.
Plant cover crop – A good way to improve the condition of unused pastures on farm is by planting a cover crop. This is a form of green manure that will make your soil fertile, suppress the weeds and even help you in organic pest control.
Lastly, in the hustle-bustle of daily tasks, do not ignore your long term farm plan. Stick by it and keep revisiting the goals to ensure that you are on the right track.
