Replacing Cow Mattresses

Tearing out the old mats in pen two of our free stall barn and installing new ones. Thanks for watching.

[@syphonuk]

Really enjoying this channel. Given a lot of the bad press, especially recently, around some dairy farms, it is really good to see farmers who are dedicated to caring for their livestock and talking about why they do certain things. I am sure most farmers are like this but they are not the ones that make the news unfortunately.

[@scottcrockett8270]

I was thinking the same thing. Just like these Animal groups to skew reality in their favor. All 3 of the dairy farmers I follow work sun up til sun down caring for their herds and keeping their farms up. You can see they care for the animals

[@Brett323]

Scott Crockett what are the others you follow?

[@scottcrockett8270]

@@Brett323 I watch Tom Pemberton, Farmer Dre, Millinial Farmer, Our Wyoming Life, and ...

[@scottcrockett8270]

@@Brett323 Welker Farms and Sandi Brock

[@scottcrockett8270]

@Sally Vee I disagree, because they bash the industry. You dont see a video bashing just 1 production dairy farm or 1 chicken producer. It's the industry as a whole. If they were TRULY fair theyd show a comparison of humane facilities to contrast.

[@pennystephens5450]

Please don't take this time for granted. You will love the memories when you are older. I grew up on a small dairy farm in central IL and my memories are priceless. My dad wanted boys and got 4 girls. We worked hard and I wouldn't trade it for anything. It made me who I am today. We had a free stall building too. My dad used corn cobs and straw for bedding. Worked great. Keep up the good work. Love your videos.

[@clairdeighan2183]

It seems you take very great care of your dairy cows! They all seem happy and peaceful, and very comfortable around you! Awesome to watch!

[@junkiexl86]

It seems essential really. Correct me if I am wrong, but doesn't the quality of the milk largely equate to the happiness of the cow?

[@PeterHughes]

@@junkiexl86 Mastitis and high cell counts are, they say, due to cleanliness. Not always the case though. We had an unbelievably low cell count (Bactoscan) on a farm I worked at for more than 20 years. They said it was so low that if we got an outbreak of mastitis it could run riot through the herd. Thankfully it never did. Don't get me wrong, we had the occasionally cow but you isolate them. Plus, as these lads do, you make sure that milk doesn't go in the bulk tank.

[@neillewis7567]

Animal husbandry at its finest, well done. Happy cows even with a hammer drill going flat out!! A true pleasure to watch these informative and very interesting videos, your farm is immaculate and very well maintained, but most importantly your animal husbandry is a real pleasure to watch and see. Well done all. From Bristol, England, Great Britain.

[@kallmikai]

Wazza because compared to a lot of other farmers he treats his cows amazingly

[@erastusmbugua6494]

How can I import these to Kenya. Pls assist

[@erastusmbugua6494]

The mattresses

[@erastusmbugua6494]

One of the best videos I have ever watched being a so passionate on dairy farming, and soon hoping to practice

[@chriscrosby8012]

Hi the dog and cow 🐄 looked like they were definitely good friends!! Really really enjoyed this video!!! Good thing your Dad gave the mats a professional test very important!! Lol 😂 have a great weekend Thanks again 🙋‍♀️

[@jessabbott7830]

It was cute how the cows were supervising the installment of their new beds.

[@michael7423]

I love the way you treat your animals, God bless you and your family and God bless your farm

[@smileytow1925]

Thank you for sharing! ❤️ the cow and dog encounter made my heart happy! 💕

[@ChickensAndGardening]

Thanks for the "first person" perspective. Big job. I kept wanting to jump in and help you guys out. Those cows are pampered!

[@57143bodies]

As a teacher, I planned and executed many field excursions to various locations around Ohio. Students truly enjoyed them. I know school trips wouldn’t be practical on your farm; however, wise educators (vocational teachers, FFA leaders, etcetera) could really enlighten young learners with the variety of skills needed in farming and many, many other vocations. You’re quite the educator yourself! A+!!!

[@jessicawilkins7139]

So I am a farming sim game player and ran across your channel and can't get enough. Working on watching them all. So now KZbin has recommended other dairy farm channel so interesting to see the difference but I see how clean you keep your farm, stalls, bedding even your milking PARLOR and vehicles. AMAZING JOB KEEP IT UP!

[@joshbono7455]

All thumbs up on this channel, no reason to dislike. These cows are treated with respect and they are taken well care of.

[@dunritelawnmaintenance7984]

Love this channel I'm a landscaper I spend most my time watching landscape videos when I'm off and chilling but now I be wondering what goes on on a farm and your channel is raw and true and no stupid music over the video .. keep up the good filming

[@TheJust22az]

If I come back as a cow, I hope to be born on your farm. Our cows were lucky to have a roof over their heads. lol.

[@blackout156]

lmao "if i come back as a cow". for real tho, didnt think cow comfort was a thing. so nice.

[@breathecenteraccept120]

Better hope to be born on a meadow instead of a concret cowhall with machine sounds all around.

[@BlazeDuskdreamer]

@@breathecenteraccept120 You're being naive.

[@Despotic_Waffle]

Or in India, and be revered literally as a god.

[@isaacwahome2952]

That's so so true

[@oldfarmer4700]

Although we never had free stall barn and milk parlor with water mats, I prided myself on keeping the barn clean and fly control and some air moving thru it all in comfort for the cows. Never beat on them and most were tame and had names. We milked 70 for several years and it was a job to keep it up. I only raise 4 to 6 Holstein steers at a time now from bottle to butcher and the little barn I have now I clean at least three times a day for them. When it's hot they lay in the barn to get out of the sun and I have a big fan on them and spray for flies. All about their comfort. Their fat and sassy and tame as kittens. It's nice to see taking care of the livestock is what it's all about.

[@8tomtoms8]

I love your comment, oldfarmer. Those 4 to 6 steers have the best life possible while on earth with you. I raised and milked Holsteins while I grew up and I know your type, I was one of them!! Those cows were my babies and my best friends. I did the fans, fly spray and all. I don't think my cows ever wanted for anything, except me, when I went off to college.

[@miriammiriam8231]

I love how you treat your cows. Kudos! You are the best. 👏🏻 👏🏻 🙌🏻🙌🏻👍🏻

[@matthewbianchini3260]

@10thgenerationdairyfarmer I'm a vegetable farmer from Western Pennsylvania. I love seeing other fellow farmers operations. Your my favorite dairy farming channel. Your videos are put together really well and you show all the details and daily life if a dairy farmer. Thanks for the great content.

[@ardurbin2]

Luv it when the farmer is doing work close to the cows, they always want to supervise the operation!!! That is good wear if they last 15 years. Good video Eric.

[@vickersvc]

Every video you manage to raise the appreciation i have for you, your work ethic is awesome, your compassion is awesome, this all adds up to the fact that you are awesome, to top it all of you are a good looking guy and hot to boot.

[@shawnaweesner3759]

It is so wonderful to see that these cows are treated kindly and lovingly!! And it shows. I don't see any ankle depth poo, and the cows udders look clean. ❤️

[@gavinstrang181]

Thanks for taking precious time to make and edit the videos. I certainly enjoy watching them and live vicariously through you imagining my dream of farming one day.

[@smallthingshomestead279]

Thanks for the video. You and your Dad are the real deal. You guys don’t sit in a office and have other people do your work for you. Truly hands on. When cows go out of their way to get your attention and want to be scratched tells me you are doing things right. You guys are one of the best farmers I have seen and I have been around dairy most of my 61 years. Thank you again it’s a pleasure to watch.

[@mikezimmer999]

My gosh, Eric, the range of things you know how to deal with and do is just amazing.

[@copperlincoln8813]

Your farming activity content is always so unique and satisfying to watch. Always well done Eric! Thanks.

[@victorcross5949]

You are really considerate of your cows! They look really healthy and your farm is super clean.

[@tbirdracer460]

I enjoy watching and learning about your farm. You guys works ethic is commendable.

[@Glotglot]

I'm impressed! I have never heard of cow mattresses. This sounds like a great investment into keeping your cows happy and healthy. The work and sleep areas are all so clean! Wow, I am truly impressed. Those moo-moos are smiling all the way to the barn!

[@cowgirl8978]

So happy to watch these videos, never realized just how much time and work it takes to run a farm. Will appreciate dairy products a lot more. Thank you

[@Mrsmichelledavis]

Wow it’s amazing how much of a good farmer you are your father taught you well young man

[@zacharyjones7948]

I'm so glad you're actually taking the time to do these videos. I have tons of random gopro footage and clips that I never got around to editing. People always ask me what I do every day on a farm and it's so hard to explain that being a dairy farm is way more than milking cows and pitching hay.....

[@MsRosieOMG]

Only if all dairy farms treated cows the way you guys do. Keep up the great work! Let us know how we can support you guys!

[@ryana3679]

A lot of them do. Some don't. This is a perfect example of proper animal care.

[@gustavolugo9558]

The majority do it makes no sense why we wouldn’t Happy cows literally produce good quality sad cows produce bad quality

[@Wainfleetkx450f]

I encourage you to go around and check out farms you’d be surprised they all treat cows really well, cows are their income! It’s only the very few bad ones that get called out and shamed online as they should be. Farmers do well if they treat cows right. It’s a shame thousands of farmers get a bad rap because of the few guys who shouldn’t own cows. “Look after your cows and they’ll look after you”

[@mikekahl5609]

Its the animal rights groups that are torchering, than videoing, than blaming it on the farmer.

[@thatonedog819]

Most do. I find most of the bad press is propaganda

[@Colour_Theory]

Thanks for all the hardwork Eric. Love the videos. I appreciate everything you do and hope the best for you and the cows!!!

[@teamstromski]

Much respect for you and your dad. You guys aren't afraid of hard dirty work.

[@erika7573]

A great example of a healthy dairy farm. Love that you give a bit of a view into dairy farming & show others what it's like on a dairy farm. Keep it up!

[@joycejudd5109]

"cow mattresses". Who knew??? That's why your channel is so important. Seems to me long ago your ancestors made a commitment to quality and integrity, and it's great to see that being maintained as you go. I'm enjoying this channel. Thank you so much for taking the time to share with us!

[@scottwiley8547]

Cows are just like people. They love to see what’s going on in their environment. I’m glad you let them watch Eric.

[@BlazeDuskdreamer]

You probably won't see this almost a year later but I loved the shot of the cow licking the dog. It brought back memories. I left farm country after graduating high school in 1976 and got a job in a steno pool (thing of the past) and a studio apartment in downtown Albany, New York April 1977 and, well, my mom was a farm girl so we considered a cat a necessity and got one of those too. (Not sorry. Got a mouse; she killed it.) Well, that summer, the park had a farm-city day where farmers came and showed what they did to the city kids. Of course, I had to go! My cat was vicious and in the city, too much traffic and weirdos to let her run so I walked her in the park with a leash every weekend. One of the farmers had set up a cow with a wooden post fence and was showing all the little kids how to milk. I had to watch for a while and set my cat on the fence to do so, chatting with the farmer and watching the kids have fun milking. Well, my cat was about six months' old and had never seen a cow before and was staring with much curiosity. But, of course, the cow was familiar with cats and she just looked at my cat and went slurp with her tongue across my cat's face. My cat jumped but then she started purring. She liked that cow!

[@Automedon2]

When I was 18 I was a groom for 8 horses. I worked from 6am til 10pm. I can't even imagine the work involved in doing what you do.

[@hinglemccringleberry8805]

These guys are smart. The way they treat their animals with patience and care lowers the animals anxiety/stress levels which increases milk output. Happy cows happy life.

[@josephcanosa6776]

My girlfriends dad is a fruit and vegetable farmer here in NY and seeing him run the farm over the years has really opened my eyes to the hard work and dedication it takes to be a farmer. Huge respect to you and all your hard work!! Keep up the great videos!

[@katnew4408]

Wow I see how you have lasted 10 generations, every video I watch gets better and better you are truly so kind to you girls!!! I've never seen anyone put down bed mats for their girls!!

[@stacyholt6529]

Truly an amazing and thoughtful guardian to your cows! I always giggle when I see the one or two cows that need to see what you are doing.

[@PeterHughes]

I love the bit were dad is "testing them out" and the cow licks the dog. 🤣🤣 spot on 👍🏻

[@firefighter343fdny51]

You and your dad make a great team keep up the good work I love your videos and how you treat all your animals very well. Thank you for all your hard work.

[@imrdyru]

Always looking out for those who cant. I love how you care for your ladies. Loved the choc. My favorite

[@websurfer44]

Your cows are very comfortable with both of you around. I think it shows that you treat them well.

[@PAfarmboy]

Even though there are tons of things you have to get done each day, I'm glad to see how calm you are around the cows. You touch them and talk to them instead of yelling and pushing for them to get our of your way. Many people will learn from your example. Thanks.

[@8tomtoms8]

Eric and his dad are very wise to treat their animals this way. I grew up on a dairy and beef farm and there is nothing worse than scared, jumpy animals. They are big and strong and can hurt you very badly, especially when they are afraid.

[@ksanurse]

I never appreciated how labour intensive a dairy farm is but it’s very impressive the care and comfort efforts to maintain the animals.

[@darylthomas7317]

love how the cows are huddled beside discussing what these guys are upto. Oneofthecows going "Hey guys whats going on i want to rest" jumping up and down

[@kimberlyfitzgerald1364]

Thanks so much for the video. It's great to see that you take such good care of the cows and they seem very content. I also enjoy watching them watch y'all while you work; they seem very curious and interested in what goings-on. Love the lab-cow LOVE! So precious . God bless you and yours.

[@obviousness8113]

25 years ago I visited a dairy farm in California. I didn't get to see the entire operation, of course, but I believe the cattle were kept in large outdoor pens and the cows had nowhere to lie except in the manure that covered the entirety of the pen. It is possible that I didn't see that they actually did have a nice(r) place to lie, but I am glad that your cows are cared for so well.

[@Bizznichw]

Love how your pup just lays there haha....reminds me of my chocolate lab I got from a farm in New Holland. Looking for a new girl soon since she passed in the winter time. anyways, thanks for the videos!

[@martinjenkins5471]

His cows are calm, I was brought up on a dairy farm. Our cows never liked our dogs.

[@railroadman57]

I enjoy your videos I am a retired dairy farmer for over 60+years, I like seeing your modern farm compared to how I operated , best of luck to you ! Please keep making these fine videos . Thank you so much .

[@yumna102]

The work you guys do are impressive! Really refreshing to stumble upon content like this.

[@hniziolek4884]

Love watching you work so hard for the comfort of the girls. Happy girls make yummy milk. Thank you!

[@nicolehill1095]

Who are the clowns that keep disliking his videos. If you don't like his videos go back to watching drama filled tv.

[@reddirtfarm7704]

Vegans i am sure are ur clowns u speak of!!

[@floridajeanp]

Oh isn't that the truth

[@kirklan4062]

Probably just all fair life haters

[@scotthag1993]

vegans and peta freaks

[@bobbrady4278]

Who can dislike a hard working man?

[@travisexe4095]

It makes me so happy to see he is so nice to the cows. He doesnt yell at them and hit them. He is # 1 in my book!!

[@jeffreykreft5442]

The cows look on as you and your dad replace the matresses, Im sure they are happy to get their new beds. Allot of happy cows there, such beautiful animals.

[@hoophil]

Love your videos Eric! I learn so much about the dairy farm from you. And your such a hard worker, Thanks for posting videos for us!

[@taranadon4750]

just found your channel so I've been binge watching at night when I can. I am VERY impressed with your work ethic. it's a very good quality to have already at such a young age 👍

[@thomasdaily4363]

3:10 Mamma's like: GREAT...I get my bed JUST the way I like it, and he comes and changes it!

[@MRblazedBEANS]

I love watching your videos! after watching plenty of your farming vids no wonder crazy virus's and diseases come out of farming animals like this.... your so close to the animals in large confined groups. Perfect for spreading quickly.

[@davebrown5130]

Respect ! Admire your work ethic and the way you treat your livestock.

[@dimduk]

You work very hard, thank you for all you do to feed the World.

[@johnwoods6751]

You are good PR for the dairy business. There no evidence that you don't care for these cows, or that they are unethically managed. Hats off.

[@truckerjon7255]

Love watching your videos really inspire me keep the videos coming thank you for sharing

[@evanspitz8341]

You seem really grateful for your cows, and just really fun to watch. Keep up the great work.

[@olddavid814]

I like how curious some of the cows were in what you were doing.

[@mollyanderson699]

Been binging your channel for a few weeks and I never thought I would be so interested in something I never really thought about before. Keep up the great vids and hard work!

[@llXchonll]

love your videos, I know nothing about this lifestyle but it's nice to learn!

[@cjacob9875]

My brother managed a couple dairy and I am impressed with wearing a mask for all the dust! Your showing American's where there milk, butter, cheese and squeakers come from.

[@chich3n3at3r]

You have me addicted my friend. Thanks for the vids.

[@MsRosieOMG]

John Bragg same here. Never thought I’d be watching dairy farm vlogs.

[@marykent4380]

The majority of the public have no clue on what it takes to put milk, butter, yogurt, etc. on their tables! Your farm is ahead of many to show where people get their food from good job! Keep up the good and hard work you do!! Also good job wearing a mask very important I’m suffering now with COPD because of not wearing a mask doing my farm chores that wasn’t the only contributing factor but a big one! Young man please wear your mask and drink more water!! Lol

[@uhs5441]

Wear gloves as well.

[@larrysorenson4789]

I recall a person in Washington, elected by the citizens, stating: "Why do we need farms? We have Grocery stores." Remember this when voting.

[@pahrahinc3895]

The Mrs. says: If you do not Shepard your animals with compassion and attention to the fact, yes they do have feelings, in every part of their bony little bodies, don't you.! Thank you for giving your Herd of Cows some comfort the short time their here on Earth.

[@bellcobra4]

watching your older videos and your dad is a very hard worker too.

[@bubbagump150]

Dad's back was tightening up and uncomfortable when he laid down. Backs do that when you work as hard as he does and he has been working hard a long time. It takes its toll. Love your videos.

[@yongfengzhao2396]

Hi thank you for sharing us how the mattresses works . I will bring this to Chinese dairyman for learning.

[@bambambillybears8170]

I never knew that the cows had their own mattresses it’s amazing to me !!!! Thanks for showing this and for educating me I enjoyed it and am so glad that your cows get to use new beds that are more comfortable!!! I see that cow comfort is important they even have waterbed option!,, I think the best of the video was your beverage was of all things chocolate milk!!!! LMAO!!!!

[@itll_be_owlright]

5:40 What a sweet interaction between the dog and the cow ^_^

[@shakerLT]

A happy cow is money in the bank! No doubt! Luv the videos!

[@maryjanemj9784]

Wow them girls don't know they're living they r very well looked after I wish all farmers would take care of their animals like this its lovely 2 c 😊 Super job!

[@galfrumerman2100]

Hey man i'm in med school and i watch your vids, they really help me mellow out!!

[@joeychapman9961]

I have worked at a dairy you guys take good care of your animals way better than other Dairy

[@talkin2ya]

New Zealand loves ya vids an the way you care for the cows excellent work ethic.

[@mrBasketcase69]

I love how the cows are being nosy but not in the way .... They are really cool beings ....

[@michael7423]

Thanks for caring for the cows 🐄 the way you do! Happy cows 🐮 make the best cheese 🧀 I love this channel and all farm channels like yours, simple honest and informative, I hope you never change your ethically responsibly way of farming! You need more green cows to make more Mountain Dew 😂

[@jamesrivis620]

I like your cow comfort philosophy . Well done !!!!!!!

[@leesteele9290]

Nice job did I understand that you got 14-15 years out of the old ones? If so that's pretty impressive! Good you're showing how hard you try to make your cows comfortable and productive!! Thanks for taking the time to show us!!

[@stokesjo82]

When you were brooming the stalls out I saw the dust and instinctively sneezed. Haha

[@mattmeck1446]

I have one boss ( “ my Goldendoodle “ ) watching work, you guys have two. LOL

[@zyantix1883]

I absolutely love the way you treat your cows 😊 they even get a better bed than me lol

[@tinderbox218]

Comfy new beds for the ladies 🐄🛏️❤️🤗

[@ravenna6543]

Happy to see Dad in more and more videos. Seems like a real good man.

[@cheapshisterasmr4]

Good to see you actually care for your farm

[@highsmithhighsmith9430]

Amazing how you take care of ur cows . Great video 👍

[@David_Landesman]

Hello from Beaverton, Oregon. Love your videos Eric!

[@Aurshh]

You are very confident around the cows, i was recently charged by a heifer so I’m a bit paranoid having cows behind me and close. Hope i can get my confidence back soon

[@jbweld6193]

Still a better story than Twilight. haha, great videos man. Glad to see the next generation is hard at work and cares for those animals. I am all livestock farming, but livestock farming done right. You guys do it right.

[@rodperry639]

This is the learning channel, something new every day.

[@liampurcell9985]

Nice to see the will be lying on a little bit of the emerald isle