Caroline Wynn’s Post

It looks like they have found the key to eradicating TB in cattle! Currently, the primary "solution" to this emotionally and financially devastating problem involves killing lots of cows, and culling large numbers of badgers. This is tragic, and more so as it is also largely ineffective. We have badgers on our land, and the farmer next door has cattle, so I have been wondering what action to take. Firstly because I like the badgers and don't want to find them killed. Secondly because I don't want the farmer's cattle to get TB, nor for him to get stressed about that. A friend recommended that I watch this program where a new approach is tested on a farm in Devon. Traditionally, vets use a skin test to detect TB in cattle. However, the program introduces a faecal test alongside the skin test, revealing that the skin test is shockingly inaccurate—identifying less than 50% of infected cows! This means that a herd given the all-clear might still harbor infected animals, which then continue to spread the disease. When a bull is introduced to a herd, it's highly possible that it’s infected, risking the introduction of TB to previously healthy herds. The same risk applies when bringing in new stock. The program also discovers that TB can be spread through cow manure, with just 2g enough to infect a cow. Some of the solutions they propose include: Testing for TB using the far more accurate faecal test. Avoiding the spread of slurry in grazing areas. Plowing slurry into the ground to prevent other animals from coming into contact with it. Maintaining strict hygiene and cleaning protocols in sheds and areas where cows congregate. Modifying water troughs to prevent contamination by manure. Eventually, the herd is completely cleared of TB. Interestingly, although they initially planned to vaccinate badgers around the farm, the vaccine was unavailable, so they didn’t proceed. Despite this, while ridding the herd of TB, it was found that around a third of the local badgers were infected, quite possibly having caught it from slurry. Yet, they did not reinfect the herd. It is also a great example of different groups of people listening to each other, and moving from what seemed like an us-and-them stalemate with no way out, to working together toward a common solution. An absolute must-watch for affected farmers. https://lnkd.in/eu5NC3EX

In my study today it dawned upon me that this signifies a thanksgiving meal of sorts… Read this and see if you or scripture would agree? In Ezekiel 45, a "bloodless offering" refers to a grain offering, where instead of sacrificing an animal, a portion of grain is presented to God as a symbolic act of devotion, signifying the dedication of the harvest and the provider's dependence on God; this is often mentioned alongside animal sacrifices, emphasizing the holistic nature of the offering, including both produce and livestock. Key points about the bloodless offering in Ezekiel 45: Grain as the primary element: The main component of a bloodless offering in this context is grain, which represents the bounty of the land and the fruits of labor. Symbolic meaning: While not involving the shedding of blood, it still signifies a commitment to God and an act of worship.

One of the 5 domains of post-traumatic growth is new possibilities. It is about redefining hope and what is possible for you in the aftermath of trauma. I would have never guessed I would be a homesteader. I don't have a green thumb. I didn't know anything about caring for farm animals. But I did know how to learn. The military teaches you how to improvise, adapt, and overcome. So that is what I did. I wanted a hoop house on our property to serve dual purposes. So I made one. I found a tutorial on youtube and read dozens of articles about using a hoop house effectively. In the spring, summer, and fall, this DIY hoop house grows nutritious, organic foods for my family and community. In the winter, we will use it to house the laying hen flock. No need to buy compost or fertilizer for the hoop house. The chickens will take care of all of that for me. In the spring, we will plant in it again. It's a cycle. If you are still breathing, you have new possibilities. Trauma can be used for good things. You just have to decide to do it. #mentalhealth #regenerativeagriculture #posttraumaticgrowth #strugglewell #veteran #firstresponder

As we approach the end of #NationalDairyMonth🥛🚫 we remind you that cows are sentient beings who deserve to live a life free from harm, suffering, and exploitation. Animal farms have strategically converted something necessary for cows to live and thrive into a product that symbolizes exploitation. Millions of cows endure a life of confinement, physical exhaustion, separation anxiety, and a collective indifference to their suffering. 🐮 By choosing to go vegan, you can help put an end to the abuse and suffering of cows and billions of animals. Visit Foodispower.org to begin your vegan journey today and to learn more about cows raised for food.

Grade up your herd from as little as £1.50 per head* Existing members who make a successful referral are eligible for a £100 credit to their account* To enable new members of Holstein UK to grade up their herds, Holstein UK are offering Whole Herd Grade Up’s from as little as £1.50 per head, with no additional charges for animals aged 60 days and over*. A Whole Herd Grade Up enables members with non-pedigree animals to start the process to become pedigree and it only takes three generations. To be eligible for the promotional prices, new members must have a new prefix and not have registered animals previously. This offer is also open to existing members who have not registered any animals over the past ten years. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Gbnb50UfVRV *T&C's apply See less

Who are you running with? On the Central Plains of the US, when a storm approaches and the skies darken and the thunder rolls, cattle will scatter and run away from the approaching danger. Because they cannot outrun it they end up remaining in the peak of the storm for a longer period of time, risking injury, separation from the herd, exhaustion, and greater susceptibility to predators. However, the American Buffalo take a different approach. they will assemble and run headfirst into the approaching storm together. They instinctively know that because they are running into the storm instead of with it, they will end up spending a shorter duration of time in the storm with less risk of peril. As #ChristianLeaders we can not run alone. We must surround ourselves with those who will answer your questions and question your answers when you face risk, uncertainty, and instability. #buffaloculture #powerofpeers #dontleadalone

The Triple B Complex roundup in Nevada concluded this week on Dec. 4th. 2,196 wild horses were rounded up, including 511 foals. During the month-long operation, AWHC’s observers documented concerning treatment of wild horses including excessive roping, foals left behind, and chases occurring in extremely cold weather. 🚨 The roundup resulted in the deaths of 27 horses 💔 The deaths included bone fractures, poor body conditions, blindnesses, and physical deformities. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) launched the roundup launched Nov. 2nd, contracting a private company to reduce the wild horse population from 3,335 to a range of 472 to 889 animals—a herd reduction of up to 86%. The Triple B Complex spans the Triple B, Maverick Medicine, and Antelope Valley Herd Management Areas (HMAs) within the Elko and Ely districts. #Nevada #Wildhorses #Wildlifeconservation #stoptheroundups #keepwildhorseswild

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) if neighboring states want to assist in pastures, as these animals will have a road to recover from inhalation of smoke, then dust and ash, so readily now they need to get out of said conditions. So how can we navigate if ranchers in neighboring states are open to help? Oklahoma State University do we have anyone in legislation that can expedite a temporary check station waving some of the red tape? Time is crucial as many ranchers know, so those ranchers don’t lose everything they have worked so hard for doesn’t lose what is left?! Texas Department of Agriculture how can we work together to get the info out and/or a process? If you are a #rancher or a land owner and can assist please reach out. If you are in a different state than Oklahoma check the #APHIS website or make calls to get the ball rolling. These ranchers some are not the wealthiest they raise these herds to then sell yes but it takes a lot to have what some of them do and they have lost it all. Again, let’s work together and assist for those upset with Texas for whatever reason 🛑 STOP, these are animals not a pawn in ♟️. I said what I said. If you are wanting to donate sooner than mailing a check, here is the info for immediate recovery ❤️🩹 efforts and support. Truly CC #texasfires #support #cattlemen #texascattlemenassociation

The great Highland deer debate is hotting up steadily, as ScotGov presses land managers to cut deer numbers - to improve habitats through lowering grazing pressure. To achieve that at #Ardtornish we’ve heavily culled deer, focussed on hinds. Lower grazing pressure favours stags. More survive (in heavily grazed areas hinds tend to predominate), with lower nutrition-related stag mortality. Ardtornish deer sex ratios have reversed. A formerly hind-dominated herd is now heavily biased towards stags. If you’re keen on sport stalking, that’s what you want.

Heat stress monitoring network 2024 now live Our heat stress monitoring network is now live at www.dchs.info For 2024 we have nine farms in our network across southern England. On each farm we are measuring heat stress risks in housing and a grazing situations. Data collected are automatic relayed in real time over the cellular phone network and displayed on the website The recent hot, sunny weather has started to create raised heat stress risks on farm – animal behaviour (standing, clustering etc) will be altered and feed intakes may be down. AS we get into the summer and the nights warm up the risks will accumulate and production and health will suffer. #heatstress #dchs #dairycows