Our Dairy Cow is the MOST Important Animal on the Homestead!

[@summermitchell7427]

I think as a community we would love to learn it all. The good (cheese), the bad (illness), and the ugly (mucking up that mess). We are here for all of it! Congratulations!! ❤

[@bmcdonald7303]

I agree. I’m here for the goo, bad and the ugly with the process and daily experience.

[@suerenshaw2728]

Congratulations to my favorite homesteaders on your new calf and all that milk! You guys are the real deal and I trust what you teach us 100%.

[@FoundThingsandFamilyLegacies]

We grew up in a family of 10 with one dairy cow. She got our family through so many years! In Michigan, we had a horrific incident in the 1970s where cattle were unintentionally poisoned via their feed and had to be destroyed. All the cattle, dairy cows, milk and by-products of dairy couldn't be consumed. By the Grace of God, my dad always took special care of our dairy cow's feed and did not use what was being fed to the mass majority - farmers were devastated - it was horrible. Our family was mostly protected during that time. One of the things my father attempted to make was cottage cheese - we did NOT enjoy it at all! Is that something you would try and show us? Thank you!

[@dawnklauka8578]

Im also from Michigan and remember the cow incident, we werent dairy farmers,just agriculture but i remember seeing massive burial sites,it was sad

[@danabaker596]

Wow. That is incredibly sad. I bet that put so much pressure, financially and product-wise on alot of families.

[@angieowen1165]

I actually remember that incident, there was a movie made about that just can't remember the name of it, I was raised on a huge farm here in Kentucky, we had a feeder operation. I can remember asking my dad if we were going to lose our cows as we ran around 200 - 350 head at a time. We made our own feed with what we grew here on the farm. I think I was like 6-7 yrs old at that time.

[@sherryswift1660]

From what I've learned these last few years under our current administration and the globalist agenda, it probably WAS INTENTIONAL! 😢 Horrible!

[@Agenda21Truth1]

The Cottage Cheese I make from Raw Milk is THE BEST I'VE EVER TASTED, HANDS DOWN❗️

[@loispatrick2594]

I never tire of seeing all your animals and how they are going. ❤ I'd like to see what you do with all your milk and the items you process them into..... also how these food items are then incorporated into your daily diet.

[@tamararobinson2069]

YIIIPPPEEE💫🤗🐮🥛 YEP show us & teach us ALL the dairy things!!🤗😃❤ Love the way you teach I’ve learned & use so much from you two! Thank You❤

[@laurap.7794]

I can’t believe it’s been 2 years!!! I remember Hope and Rose!! Before you even said their names 😂 Congrats 🎉

[@suzanneburns6130]

The new bull calf is adorable, and Babe did so well get milked that she looked like an old pro! Good girl, Babe!!! ❤😊

[@livingintoday06]

Awe, sweet babies. I bet letting them ducks out in the morning never gets old. Watching them running and flapping their wings❤

[@Famcke]

Congratulations 🎉 Please show us the progress of making cheese and it's time Kevin bake for us again. The bread is a winner! 💐💙🙏🇺🇲

[@sharolynschuler4988]

3 years ago, I had a first calf Jersey heifer and, like you, had to teach her everything. The BIG difference here was it was also MY FIRST DAIRY cow!!!! We were learning together! Her first calf was actually calVES....she had twins her first time! I know what you're talking about with the sound effects of surprise. Brownie would look from one calf to the other, and her moo was like moo(two) with that high note at the end!!! We left both calves on her, separated them at night, and only milked her once a day and still got over 2 gallons a day from her. Unfortunately, it got to be too much for me, by myself (I'm 66), so I sold her to a young family just starting out homesteading. I sure do miss the milk and cream, though! Something I would be interested in seeing is information about the care and maintenance of your milking equipment. That was my biggest struggle...having to figure out how to clean and maintain the equipment. Also, maybe the best and quickest way to strain and chill the milk...and then when and how to skim the cream by hand. These are things I needed help with when I first started milking. I've been following yall for about 4 years now and have learned so much... you both are an inspiration to young (and old) homesteaders! God has truly blessed yall!

[@ksangebell]

I laughed so hard at your description of Babe seeing her calf for the first time 🥰

[@janemay8721]

Handsome calf . I loved seeing the ducks and silkies run out of the coop so cute

[@traceydysert6096]

Congratulations on the new addition! Sara's face and excitement is so precious! ❤😊❤😊❤😊 So happy for you guys!

[@LaGrenouille09]

This life that you are living is everything I want and will never be able to have, but living vicariously through your videos makes my heart so happy. ❤

[@annie.a.]

Sarah your excitement over the birth is just gorgeous I'm so glad you got to be there.

[@renamaemcdonald2075]

That's a great looking little steer. Milk cows learn very quickly that their treats are in the stanchions. She will be trained to go in in no time I'm sure ❤

[@teresabrewer2661]

Congratulations 🐮🐮🐮 what a blessing to have a calf born on Thanks Giving. I think "Jingles" would be an apt name. I remember Hope, she was a sweetheart of a cow and I cried when she passed. Take care and God bless you and all the animals on your homestead 🙏🙏🙏🔔🔔🔔🎄🎄🎄

[@rosalyndahasch7631]

Very nice video, ❤ the calf..what did you name it? God's grace he is healthy and is able to grow some before colder weather sets in. Good information and content, thank you for your labor of love to share with all of us ❤🦆🦢🐖. How old will the calf be before he can be halter trained? " Teddy/ Theodore" - gift from God 😊 Hi from Angola Indiana, Happy Holiday Season ❤ Be continually blessed!🙏

[@bryanlloyd1099]

So excited to see the new calf!

[@lapetitemaison4219]

I like the name Jingles also.

[@ReginaEhrenfeld]

Been watching you for a good while now I’m 80 years old I was raised on a farm like yours and miss it very much you bring back so many memories I enjoy your both of your personalities .you are two very nice peopleYou always make my day thank you for being there and sharing your life😊

[@mageeherman784]

Awe I'm so happy for you and Babe. What a wonderful momma she is. ❤ I would like to see the cheese making process. Sending hugs and kisses to all of your animals. Oh and higs to you guys for being such great stewards of God's creatures including the humans you help❤

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

Sarah you'll love making hard cheeses. So much fun and so rewarding.

[@vangiefich]

How great to have a milk cow again! I love cows!

[@user-bo1rj2xu2s]

Well, here's another Master Class from Kevin and Sarah. No matter the content, I learn something new and I thank you.

[@rebeccaplumlee9601]

I learned something today. The corner thing! Makes so much sense. Been doing dairy off & on for years. I used to laugh when Sara was teaching Rose, Rose would act up & Sara would say low "NOOO" like a moo. So gentle but so funny

[@stephaniehill655]

What a wonderful blessing from God!! And I know that I want to see all of what you said about milking a cow. So bring it all! And thank you so much for sharing this beautiful day with us. God's blessing over you and Merry Christmas

[@bubbakemp5817]

We had a dairy cow when I was growing up! After high school, I joined the Air Force, they would not let me have one on base!🤣 Every time I watch this channel it takes me back to my farmstead days in North Dakota! Dang I miss that life!♥️ God bless!🙏🙏

[@jennyarnett6533]

My cow Millie calved on Friday with a jersey heifer calf. So glad to have fresh milk, butter, yogurt again!

[@coffeecupcraftswithkelly2826]

“Justice” is an awesome name for him!! Congratulations!!

[@colene77]

Good for you guys!!!! Roxanne just stopped milking her jersey (Ercie). I We will definitely miss that fresh milk/cheese/yogurt etc!!! Ercie is due to calf in about two months…BUT another one of her Jerseys is due soon I believe. So we may not have to wait to long for that REAL milk!!! Colene

[@Yellowlabratory]

I’m getting chickens this spring

[@beth5765]

I just started purchasing raw milk a few months ago. I’m looking forward to some videos of all the things related to that. I’ve tried mozzarella and ricotta Cheese making and of course butter. Would love to do even more as I’m also Keto/Carnivore and don’t really drink the milk - thanks for taking us along on your journey 💝🐂

[@rob5836]

I love watching you. I was close to a homesteader when I was young. We raised rabits and some times chickens. And we grew most of the vegetables we ate. But now I am 80 years old and I still have a big garden. If I were younger I would have animals. But I have only 1.75 acres of land. I do my homesteading by watching you. Thank you and God Bless you and your family.

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

Congratulations!!!🎉

[@gerrymarmee3054]

Nothing nicer than new babies.

[@diannah7780]

It would be a blessing to learn it ALL. From getting a milk cow to caring for her, learning how to make everything. Thank you for all that you share. What a blessing you both have been to me and my family with what I have learned and then taught to my grandkids. Love you guys Thank you

[@deborahgilliland1804]

Babe is no longer a heifer but a full fledged cow not she's given birth and nursing her calf. Glad she's a good mama and what a cutie that bull calf is!

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

Content suggestion, start at the beginning. How do you wash off her underside and teets. What are those solutions you use? What are the chemicals in the cleaner? What rags are best? Do you wear rubber gloves for sanitation near her teets?

[@amytinney3729]

Please do a series on cheese making!! All kinds of cheese!! Soft, hard, cream cheese, cottage etc. I love your channel ❤

[@ritamccartt-kordon283]

CONGRATULATIONS! I would be interested in Everything! How the milking machine works, how to set it up and attach it to the udder. I'd like to see how much milk you get each session and how to strain it. I'd like to see butter made. I'd like to see cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Yogurt made! You are Natural Teachers, I feel like you would make all the processes easily understood. Looking forward to this whole process! GOD bless I do miss seeing Sarah with her Goats! They were SO well trained.

[@jacquiweber1625]

You asked us to share ideas about milking videos. I’d like to see an ASMR (no talking) video of a full hand milking session. Just quiet, peaceful, beautiful harvest of God’s bounty.

[@Marilou-g5t]

Hand milking a high producing dairy cow is tough on the cow. When a cow's oxytocin response (milk let-down) happens, it is best to calmly and quickly harvest the milk to minimize the chance of mastitis. If Sarah already began milking the cow with the machine, she should stick to using the machine for the health of the cow. Much like many videos ago when a lifelong farm gal named Phoebe correctly advised in this channel's comments to use a 4 claw cow milk machine, not a 2 claw goat machine.

[@JanetLavoie]

That is something to be thankful for ❤😊

[@monapotter908]

What a great birth story !

[@dayneholt4149]

The little bull reminds me of the holiday Thanksgiving / Christmas season. I like Nutmeg as a name. Happy holidays, Blessings to you and yours. 😊

[@anneo3754]

❤ He is so cute! In my mind he is TJ for Tex Junior 😊 I think making yogurt, butter and different types of cheese would be awesome videos. I have a recipe for my grandma's farmers cheese, if you're interested I can send you a copy 😊

[@texasnurse]

I've had dairy goats. I make sure and freeze some colostrum every year. I mainly make cheese, buttermilk, and yogurt. I have friends who love raw milk, so I share with them. I freeze extra, and share with the dogs and cats. For me, making yogurt is easiest using my sous vide to maintain the temperature. I can do several quarts at a time. I mainly make a soft cheese like chevre or neufchatel. I find mozzarella too labor intensive. I think cheese making is a mystery to most people, so showing them how to do it would be great.

[@danabaker596]

When I've watched cheese-making videos in the past, I always think: " How in the world did anyone ever figure out how to do this in the beginning of time?" It's so complicated and amazing.

[@teresamcreynolds5879]

I remember when they first got Hope, she made Sarah nervous as she was so big. Now Sarah’s a pro.

[@danschmidt3317]

I never had a cow before at all so all of this is interesting to me from learning about taking care of the cow to milking to making the butter all of it is interesting and I I love watching your channel I think Kevin is very knowledgeable and I I also learned a lot from Sarah Thanks

[@cmccarver56]

I don’t have a homestead but I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos. Have a blessed day.

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

With your prior experience with goats a video on dairy cows vs goats could have a lot of value.

[@annswarmfuzzies]

Oh I’m so excited for you!!! What a precious little guy!! Our cow is due to have her third calf on our homestead (5th ever), and I learned that she has to be re-trained to the stanchion every time! When she’s used to being milked, I can stand at the stanchion and call her, and she comes running, walks right in, and goes back to her pen after milking. When she’s been dry and hasn’t been milked for four months, I have to lead her in because she is just not interested.

[@janbarnes4467]

I have missed you dairy videos. I have been watching for years . Love you guys

[@cindyhebberd7352]

Tex throws some beautiful calves...this little guy's conformation is wonderful! Making different cheeses would be of interest. Aside from making mozzarella, other cheese seem daunting from how much and where to purchase the supplies, to the right environment. I grew up milking our dairy cows, by hand, I would love to do that again but my husband is not so keen on it. Still praying about it...we are in our sixties so that may be pushing it as far as ambition...but i do love those dairy cows. God Bless. 24:01

[@forrestgump9576]

What a wonderful video and such good news! Congrats to Babe and y'all! Such a blessing on Thanksgiving morning! The timing of this is perfect. The subject heading in my Bible read this morning was Thanksgiving! God is good. Seeing the ducks come out happy and flapping their wings made me smile. Love all your videos on farm life. Take care and God bless!

[@sheryldougherty282]

Love all those starving Marvin’s racing to their feed trough. The new baby calf is beautiful. Hard to see the pigs go. After taking such care of them.

[@kevinknight470]

The first 11 years of My Life, I drank only Raw Cows Milk. Never had a problem while drinking Raw Milk. Thanx for sharing. God bless. 😃

[@Wendymarino]

The smile on Sarah’s face after milking is priceless ❤❤❤

[@ginac9008]

A lovely gift to wake up to, he is a lovely looking calf. I am awaiting the arrival of dachshund puppies any day from now until around December 2. Would love to learn about cheese making if possible.

[@debbiealtman5373]

Me I’m 60 so I like seeing the whole shebang. I like the garden, greenhouse, see the animals and the cooking and so forth. Great video .

[@aleshiasterland460]

Sweet baby cow!!! Congratulations… now moving forward with fresh milk products. We grew up with three dairy cows and sold milk to neighbors. What a huge blessing. 😊

[@friend07050]

Congrats. Beautiful baby

[@kendamachorro6360]

I grew up on a farm. I'm curious the process you use for straining the milk, separating the cream and what process you use for cottage cheese, yogurt etc. Cute calf!! How long before you will breed her again

[@tammymanuel9158]

Some milk processing videos would be awesome. I have never processed milk into yogurt or sour cream or made cheese. Would be fun to learn.

[@nolawarren3560]

They've made some videos in the past regarding that. A refresher would be fun.

[@ht6684]

What a beautiful calf.

[@marycountry]

Good Morning and congrats on the birth of the calf🙂

[@amysmith3967]

Congratulations! He is a beautiful little calf. The biggest thing I would like to learn is how to make the cheese. My husband and I love cheese and I believe that would save us at the grocery store, but most importantly it would be a healthier option for us. At this point we're not able to have a cow unfortunately, but I am trying to learn all I can about raising meat and dairy cows. Hopefully one day I can have one or two. Thanks for all you do.

[@tinashields9599]

Whew- I am very glad she had that calf okay- it is a big one for a jersey! You might want to leave that corral system by the barn, you never know when you need to catch up a cow or calf, and that makes it less stressful for everyone. Aalways good to halter train a dairy animal- and she can still learn- just tying them with a halter for a few minutes is a good way to start. Jerseys can be pretty scrappy and stubborn, worked with them for decades. Glad you are back in business!

[@kaybusby7507]

Congratulations he's a cutie. I never get tired of the information you share. Love seeing how you do the daily chores and the process of milking. Thank you for sharing.

[@angelapayne4298]

Congratulations! You have been truly blessed.

[@mikekotecki434]

Congratulations on your new calf. Born on Thanksgiving name him Pilgrim.

[@grammajean1327]

We started dairy with goats then graduated to cows. We've had several Jersey. We liked them the most. The milk was fabulous for drinking and cheese making. We had a milking machine that was most welcome, and a cheese press for hard cheese and some equipment for soft cheeses. I really miss the milk. We were able to distribute our excess milk to others. That was a big help to keep waste down. She was free of Brucellosis and Tuberculosis so we felt safe to drink it without pasteurizing. We are now too old to mess with these conveniences that sustain a family and cut grocery costs.

[@SamSung-ww3rp]

Cost for having a milk cow vs. the benefits

[@brendastratton1306]

My Dad farmed and our cows provided all of our dairy needs. Mom made cheese and butter from it, as well as us using the milk and cream. When Dad stopped farming, they started buying milk from neighboring farmers. I only wish I could still get raw milk!

[@anneerickson6347]

Would love to see more milking videos regarding the process and equipment and cleaning the equipment. Thanks.

[@nancymark3664]

Congratulations on the new addition to your homestead. A truly Thanksgiving. That's for letting us be part of your day and taking us with you on the homestead journey.

[@simpsonfarms]

Our dairy cows also feed our pigs out / with some grain as well- the meat that comes from that is amazing Also milk is very good to feed to tomatoes! They love it - we “water” our plants with excess milk - and any other calcium loving plant

[@evapavlovic7049]

The reason I watch you guys is because I like to 'hang out' with you. Anything you say, I will watch

[@robertfay8558]

You two show such respect for your animals and you make taking care of them look achievable for people hopefully one day very soon this beautiful earth will be looked after by humans with love and appreciation to the Creator God and His Son Christ Jesus what a joyful time ahead Thank you for teaching people these skills in the loving way you do Carol

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

HAPPY HAPPY THANKSGIVING !!! What a blessed day you all had and lots more to be thankful for. Always enjoy whatever you choose to share in your videos. Stay safe and keep having fun around there. Fred.

[@MrSpinnerbug]

A beautiful calf, such a gift!😊😊

[@Try2-Imagine]

Congratulations ❤

[@sherryswift1660]

It brought tears to my eyes to see that beautiful calf! 😍 I would love to see vids on cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese making...etc.! 😋❄️

[@jcbengals1]

What a precious bull calf! Very handsome! Congrats! I think you should call him Giblet 🤣. Take Care and God Bless ❤

[@homeonmagnoliahill9899]

So excited for y’all and your new calf and cow in milk!! I would love to see a video about the basic needs for someone preparing to get their first dairy cow: infrastructure, equipment, care supplies, farrier/vet expectations/needs, fencing, pasture, feed, general expenses, etc. I so appreciate the way you both teach and the value you bring to this community!!

[@beckychirillo2963]

I just posted the same thing, but you have worded it much better!😊

[@kimmitchell7239]

Talking about the cows walking in a circle instead of standing in a corner made me laugh out loud. Cows are so special. I would love to see how you make cheese and yogurt!!

[@dignit1620]

Loved the story of mama seeing her first born! Brought tears to my eyes!

[@lynnelliot7256]

Aside from the cow, I thought I would say, I enjoyed you early videos of Kevin showing in detail how to make things, like the milker for the goats etc. thanks🥰☺️🌼

[@laurierich5161]

Loved your early morning story about the birth. congratulations!

[@kerry7306]

What a wonderful Blessing!! Congratulations 🥛

[@nancyrea3863]

Congratulations. He is a sturdy little guy with a cute face. You could name him Pumpkin Pie.

[@samanthabloggins1775]

Has it actually been 3 years since we have seen you milking the cow!! Boy does time go by fast! It sure doesn't seem that long ago to me!

[@debbieselland6591]

It's such a big, beautiful bull calf. He looks like a Rudy to me!!

[@kingsdaughter9659]

Lolol 😂 Babe been quite a challenge for you guys. But the reward she has provided you with is worth it. He is just beautiful. How about HARVEY for a name. Short for Harvest for your Thanksgiving bounty. Look forward to seeing more videos of your new family member 🐄. Blessings 💞

[@stacyB783]

😍love the new baby calf! Congrats!!

[@maryellensunflowergirl8132]

That is such a sweet cow story with her baby. I loved it. Soooo sweet.

[@carolynchatham6376]

What a blessing for the farm. New calves and a cow to milk is wonderful.

[@georgestewart5814]

I just enjoy seeing the animals and taking a walk around, morning chores with you. I have been watching you since the beginning and this is the kind of video that attracted me to the channel. I don't have a homestead. I don't need to build anything. Canning, cooking, gardening, caring for animals. That's why I continue watching. I know you are avoiding carbs, but I miss the Kevin baking videos. I still use his bagel recipe! Good luck with the milking!!

[@rondawatson9937]

You guys are amazing...living my dream❤

[@gloriakelley7383]

So excited!! Congratulations! I have said this before and I tell others, yall are great teachers. Even as an older person I have learned a lot from you both.

[@mindycollier9087]

Congratulations on that adorable new calf!! I remember how sweet Hope was!! I see that the quail are doing good and hopefully have resumed with the laying!! It will be so exciting to once again see some raw milk recipes after not having it for so long!! I would love to see you make keto friendly ice cream!!

[@livingintoday06]

Awe, what a great story. The way you told the story of delivery had me smiling the entire time.

[@kprairiesun]

I lived on a farm owned by an active dairy farm. The steers or heifers they kept in a big area at my place always knew immediately when I shut the electric wire off to move manure in a wheel barrow. They would immediately try to get out through the fence. I moved many loads of old manure to the garden, going under the live fence!

[@ilene9349]

Can you please make some videos on how to make yogurt and cheese, thankyou. Congratulations on the new calf❣