So What Happened to the Animals?

So what happened to the animals? While I've been off fixing clocks, tractors, and moving snow, the cattle, pigs, and chickens have been making their way through the cold winter weather. Today I've got a bunch of jobs to do with the animals, and I take you along with me.
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-We do not sell live animals
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[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Hi everyone, I forgot to include a link for the video on installing tractor chains the easy way. Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5uvlmhrq8aig5o Works like a charm!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

@@nathanisenhour4420 There's a link to it in the video description., right below the video.

[@unclesquirrel6951]

Welp , personally I'll take any content you guys put out . It is so refreshing to watch videos on a regular basis that is not propaganda and false information hate and division . I find it these videos are very entertaining and informative and crafted in a way that makes it comfortable for people to watch the entertain and learn something . Pete every one of your guys' videos has been spot on . There is definitely a reason why you have the number of subscribers that you have it's such a short I'm out of time also I might add . I love the mechanical videos I love the animal farm videos I also .

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks so much!!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

@@snarky_user I know, I'll be lucky if they don't tear up the tires and fall off the minute I back out of the barn. What could I have been thinking?

[@joekara]

@@snarky_user We can't even get it in Australia so one less problem to worry about 😂

[@farmboy1520]

I definitely love the animal videos more( but that’s just me). I hope to become a farmer one day and watching these videos are so inspiring

[@joecaner]

I do like them all, but the animal videos are engaging. They have so much personality.

[@jondaniel540]

Agree with you Jacob.

[@trlaird9987]

Pete, l really love just hearing you talk and the conversations you have with the animals..... just makes me smile...in the crazy world we live in it is so refreshing just to watch you do your thing..

[@johne.5941]

Best channel on youtube! This is the one channel our entire family (teenagers included) will sit down and watch together knowing it's going to be informative, honest, entertaining content. We all got JAFAF mugs and gear for Christmas.

[@saablady6850]

Hi Pete, I enjoy watching your videos. You show how a good farmer treats his livestock. Townies need to understand the difference between a pet and farm animals.

[@sunsetheritagefarm1189]

I’m the same way, I enjoy my time spent waiting for the cow tank to fill too.

[@plankface]

No farm, but I have a senior dog so on walks, when she wants to eat grass, I use it as a perfect opportunity to just stand there and space out hard - haha 💛

[@karenw9996]

Absolutely correct on the efficiency/small farm conversation. I grew up on about 100 acres with cattle, hogs, sheep, chickens, turkeys, geese, guineas, ducks (not always all at the same time), pasture, hay fields, small grain fields. When my parents died none of us could afford to buy out the others - the land was bought up by the farm family up the road - who are a perfect representation of big ag, farming at least ten sections of land. It's been many years, and it still makes me sad.

[@brandywineblue]

We are crying along with you. Same thing happened in our family except I don't think my cousins had any interest in what their dad did. Even though it put them through school.

[@johnpeters8929]

You are a very patient guy thanks for the education

[@galen6499]

What no run run run!!

[@matthewstanton8418]

I would rather do it old school than new school. I like the fact that you can take your tractors down to nothing and fix the whole thing. That's how stuff used to be made, you take care of it, it takes care of you. Keep on keeping on

[@Vagabond1975]

a small tip that my uncle in Wyoming used while maintaining livestock in winter.... He carried a compressed air tank with the proper fittings to hook to the hose after filling the watering troughs and blow out the water so he didn't have to fight the hose and drain the line every time. He was sometimes watering twice a day due to the coldness of the weather and some of the hoses were really long. He just had quick connects on the spigots and hoses and then the appropriate connector on the hose to the PSI tank to blow things out. but his hoses all led to a central spigot and had many pens to fill. Pigs, Heifers, Dogs, Chickens, etc.... I know you like efficiency so I thought you might like this tip. Love the videos and all the knowledge you provide. Thanks for all your hard work and entertainment.

[@NuclearSalmon]

The "little sausage's" gets me everytime. Thanks for the video Pete see you next time. 👍

[@joerowland7350]

Bacon seeds

[@lars277]

My granddad was a hog farmer. He was proud of his porkers. He also had a whole section under cultivation. He was busy. My dad said they ate about 5-6 small meals a day in the summer months. They worked long hours. They rested in the long cold winter in MN. None of my Dad's siblings farmed and the homestead was sold by 1968 after my grand parents died.

[@LegendHold1]

I love the look of your pigs. They are nice and long in the body without being over done in leg height. I also love the various spotted colors on them. Honestly after watching your pigs and the proclivity of their mothers, I'd love to start with a few of your piglets on my homestead. They are just all around nice pigs without being huge beasts. (other than John, he's a big dude)

[@chrisbrackett9779]

19:03 thank you Pete, I love it when you share your days. I miss working on the old beef farm, worked on a dairy farm too, but the beef farm was where the best memories are.

[@Dan-qy1rg]

Thanks Pete, I always enjoy the little sausages, they are a kick to watch. I haven't used chains on my tractors, I think my dad did, but I think it was sparingly. Back in the mid 60's we had a Farmall H and he would use it to do all his farm work. We had a 7 acre alfalfa field that I had my first real experience baling hay with. We also had a 10 acre, or so, field of corn, we used a two row corn picker on. We had pigs, chickens, horses and cows. Lots to do and get into. Oh, the good old days! Thanks for sharing and have a nice week.

[@georgeleray5657]

Your like me pete like to be outside what ever the weather is , the fresh air is good for us. The sausages are doing well .

[@TheNativeTwo]

I bought a two acre farm and have been slowing working on getting it up and running. Unfortunately I was moving a cabinet and pulled it too far out of my trailer bed. It fell and ripped my bicep tendon. I’m sitting here watching you put on chains with two arms, realizing how important having a working second arm is for a farmer. It’s been difficult but I’m getting surgery and hopefully i get back my full strength soon, because my farm needs me. Luckily I have a lot of people who have stepped up to help me out.

[@jeannedigennaro6484]

Hope it heals quickly after surgery. Safety first.

[@RatdogDRB]

Actually, there's an argument FOR your method, Pete. By tending to the animals' needs in the manner in which you do, it helps to ensure that you DO take the time to inspect your livestock. It could become too easy to neglect doing what you're doing while waiting for the troughs to fill up. So, your method is efficient. Everybody's lookin' good and fat/sassy. Keep warm my friend.

[@n.elliottnoorlun8304]

Since I'll never have a farm of my own, Pete, I love to tag along with you on your sweet farm!! Thanks SO MUCH for taking us along!! ;o)

[@douglasthompson9482]

What gorgeous weather.....blue sky and snow. A perfect winter. Pete you are living the dream.

[@johnrosier1686]

I always enjoy having warm gloves at the ready to switch out on bitterly cold days. It protects your hands and allows you to keep working.

[@richardmcpherso5759]

Hello Pete, I’ve been watching your channel. I don’t live too far away from here I live in Apalachin N Y I worked on a farm for 16 years I’m not you’re going through. Keep up the good work.

[@Big_J_435]

Just stumbled upon your channel a couple weeks ago and my father and I have been binge watching your channel! We find your videos to be very relaxing, calming and a VERY awesome escape from the busy world. Please continue doing what you're doing!

[@johnmatthews501]

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[@marjoriejohnson6535]

You bring back happy memories for me. You live a blessed life.

[@jondaniel540]

Hi Pete. Please don’t change a thing about what or how you farm. We watch your videos because we like you the way you are. During these Covid lockdowns it is a breath of fresh air to see how you farm. Thanks 🙏

[@daubber51]

HELLO PETE/HILLARY... AS STATED,,I REALLY DO LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR VIDEOS,,,they are so refreshing & relaxing,, in a world that's kinda turned up-side down. Rht/Florence.

[@jimtaylor2725]

I totally agree with what you said about efficiency, sometimes you just can’t invent the better mouse trap. We should be on our farm in a few months that we bought in Tennessee. We have so much to do to get it up and running. It’s was overgrown and idle for 5 1/2 years. Watching your videos will save me a lot of missteps I would have made had I not found your channel. Thanks Pete.

[@jeannedigennaro6484]

Good luck with your new venture!

[@brandywineblue]

Wish I could come with! Need a farm hand?

[@rachelmiller9511]

Honestly Pete, is there anything you can’t do? Sustainable architecture, home construction/rebuild, animal husbandry, poultry farming, mechanics, writing, clock repair, small business management, philosophy. What else?! Film production…and comedy??? That’s actually an art form and you’re rocking it! I just discovered your channel a few weeks ago looking for “farmer’s market” advice and I can’t stop watching. I’m in the middle of reading your book now, and I love how as you describe your journey and what you have done with the place, I can picture it in my mind from watching the videos of your farm. I live on 3.5 acres in the middle of no-where Wyoming and love to see others living a happy self-sustaining life. Thanks for the gift of your story!

[@JustaFewAcresFarm]

Thanks for the nice comment Rachel! I am terrible at playing the guitar, among other things.

[@lmlrabbitry]

I really loved seeing the little pigs....so Cute! Thanks for showing them :)

[@jeffreyjohnson8212]

Thanks for taking us along!

[@lovera3878]

I am tired and cold just watching this video. So much work in a farm regardless of the weather. Love your videos. I am trying to convince my wife about keeping chickens for eggs.

[@anneoreilly4900]

A little down time to watch n listen, maybe even day dream, is a good thing in my book. I am also an efficiency person, Pete. Some suggestions seem good on the surface but as I watch you and Hillary work I begin to better understand your methods.

[@aussiepressconferences.4755]

Always a joy to watch your day to day routine.

[@Jd-fors]

As a ex truck driver I was like what are you doing chaining like that but like a hammer blow to the head I finally caught on.Very nice by the way.I guess I was equating a tractor tire to chaining a big rig.lol!

[@davidgardner1675]

There is an adjustment that can be made to the water hydrant that is done above ground.

[@karenandersen9400]

Pete, I love how you talk to your animals. You also talk to your equipment the same way :)

[@davidrobertson376]

Loved the still shot of the Super C and trailer covered in snow, and the trees and sheds. A great farm picture

[@CACTUS48]

I have a bunch of Whitetail deer I take care of all winter, Med Crack Corn with Deer feed mixed in, Alfalfa green hay and water. In the morning at 5 AM and in the evening I make sure they are are OK. They are good friends... Bucks County Pennsylvania.

[@herbhouston5378]

The stock is all looking great! Days of sunlight are gettin' longer. It won't be long till Spring.

[@dzintrarowe4272]

Nice tour of farm. Always like to watch the piglets.

[@Barbara-se8od]

The piglets are adorable, cute little hams! I really enjoy watching your videos. So many things you do daily on the farm reminds me of my dad. A lot of equipment you have he had back in the sixties.

[@Rustice22]

I think we need to get that Cub running this summer!

[@tinabow827]

Happy Valentine's Day have fun on your farm love watching your show and keep up the good work on those jokes I tell him to my grandkids and my brother he works for the American Airlines a my daughter God bless everyone of use and be careful and be safe

[@marypatten9655]

Thank you for the video. Farm animals usually do good during winter as long as they have nice dry place to stay in with plenty of clean water and food. Yours are doing great. God bless

[@rongosciminski4917]

You save time, gas and money exercising on the farm rather than spending it driving to the gym! God bless you and your family!

[@charlesburkhart800]

Enjoyed seeing all the animals. Looking good!

[@fion1flatout]

You're so right about the gloves, now I have missed a few opportunities because I ran out of dry gloves

[@mydanishgarden3112]

Lovely to see what's happening on a cold day. We used to keep the bedding in the cow shed all winter and only empty it in the spring when the cows returned to the pasture. It ws pretty deep by then. The other thing I notice is the dramatic change in the quantities of eggs laid by my hens as soon as we pass the winter solstice on December 21. Keep up the great content 😊

[@tommybounds3220]

You always make such wonderful videos thank you very much sir

[@camicri4263]

Glad that everyone it's ok over there! God bless! Hugs to you and Hillary!🤗💜🤗

[@elizabethtoledo30]

Pete makes me laugh the way he talks to the animals

[@ViVALaKiRAxx]

Like they’re his kids, I love it 😂

[@franielee38]

His last night on the”Telly” as the British say!!! Lol. Hi from California!!!! Love yer videos!! Makes this ole farm girl nostalgic!!!

[@davidfry9042]

The Smile on your face says it all....

[@waynejones5239]

It is always a good day when you can do what you like to do

[@ando_1250]

You counting months had me rolling! Great video.

[@wesleyowens4033]

You are giving a great listen on how you treat your animals

[@karenspeer7378]

Wow! I guess you have to get ready for the next batch of piggy's! You just continue thru the year? I Love pork! Have a Great Evening!! 😊🌷❤

[@rosejohnson452]

Thanks for the tour. And your positive attitude. It helps block out worldly whoas.

[@thomasgilfus3307]

I’m glad that you decided to call the calf Rusty. It fits and he is a beautiful animal. I enjoy all of your videos . Some better than others but they’re all delightful. Thanks for your resolve!

[@cliffblackburn8102]

Great video Pete thanks for sharing 💯✌🏻

[@annmittelstadt2938]

Hi Pete, great video AGAIN. Have a blessed day!

[@jamesbenhart4248]

I watch your videos.....it's good to see someone one so happy all the time,....and you make me laugh.....

[@larryolson3256]

On a hot day in July it is nice to go back and watch a cool video.

[@tommybounds3220]

Just between you and I. I have a sweet idea you could take your tractor and make a heart in your field for Hillary for valentine's day I am sure you can make it into a great video! I really enjoy watching your videos!

[@teresamcguire1642]

Yep 👍 what time you will call

[@joshk.6246]

Great video! I loved Rusty looking at you while you walked past the barn talking about the pigs feed mix. In my head he was thinking "if i don't move he won't see me". 😁

[@jeffrosen8237]

Awe Pete. You put the left chain on the right tire😁 just thought I would put in my 2 cents. Keep doing what works best for you. I enjoy your videos. The red tractors are my favorite. Keep reading that Dad joke book. Eventually you'll find one that I haven't heard before! 😂

[@Flashmeb]

I'm great...thanks for asking!

[@RickJones222]

I doubt there's anything an "efficiency expert" could teach you. Maximizing efficiency translates to maximizing profits. I think you have a wonderful balance in your farm life.

[@mvfc7637]

the laying hens look nice and comfy in their coop and if it keeps snowing that way it has you’re going to need a pair of skis to get around your farm…lol

[@simplegreen6596]

Hey Pete, im a honey bee rancher and an avid skier. I know the last episode you said you were looking for winter gloves. I recommend Kinco WINTER gloves. They have them in Mitts and in Glove form. You probably want the dexterity but the mitts also have an 5 finger insert for added warmth. They are made from pig leather too so extra durability. They come with a back of wax to keep them water proof. Suggest you buy a tube of it as well. You'll need to re-apply a few times each winter. I've skied with them and worked with them and they hold up better than most and they are relatively low cost. They have a work version but they are not insulated. I have them too and they've lasted a really long time.

[@a.p.5429]

I'm not Pete but appreciate the info!

[@martingardener90]

It's interesting that your pigs are a mixture of old British breeds Pete.

[@dirtshower250]

I love your videos. Something about them is just calming and relaxing, I love all of it. Tractor videos, animal videos, market videos! Hope you guys are doing well!

[@martinspijker9661]

great looking pigs, great color..;)

[@JoeyOuimet15]

Straw bales around here in Canada go for 7-8$ now... Hay is around 6-7$... It's crazy

[@karenmorse7031]

The most enjoyable video of the day!

[@petermaguire6280]

Lol, chickening, I enjoy your matter-of-fact conversations

[@tigerdefo]

I enjoyed your video, I would like to hear more history about your family,and early farming

[@pzro6869]

Pete, glad to see someone else enjoys taking a break while the water trough fills...what better time to look around and enjoy what's around you.

[@westwoodcoronado]

I really like your channel and your lifestyle.

[@darlenechaney6989]

Your a joy to watch 🤗

[@carlcranson5487]

Always good to see you and your critters, hope you are having a good winter stay warm ,only 6 more weeks of winter ,maybe cheers!

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

I got a shrink hose last winter and it’s been a real life saver. I can easily put it in a bucket and take it back in with me. My pigs bent up cattle and pig panels like they were made of baling wire. 😫

[@alisatjaden3906]

Yes! Shrink hoses are great. However I have a large problem with water pressure at the hydrant spurting out unexpectedly, wildly knocking the hose out of the horse tank onto the ground.

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

@@alisatjaden3906 my wife rigged up a hook with a coat hanger. It fixed that problem for me😊

[@alisatjaden3906]

Thank you!! Will try it! ❤

[@barryrohrmeier2399]

I knew of a horse named Rusty. Great video as always stay warm.

[@ericlaker1983]

Yup a yup love the animal's mr. Here fur the animals and tending to them

[@lmlrabbitry]

As usual, I totally enjoyed your video... especially like seeing your pigs :)

[@IceManOregon]

I screen shot the snowy scene with the old International with the barn in the back around as my wall paper on my computer. Such a quiet lovely setting . Thanks!

[@donbright3340]

Another day on the farm with excellent tour guide,thanks Pete

[@springhollerfarm8668]

Another nice video. The efficiency thing is ruining a lot of businesses and products, not just farming, but I am sure you know that. I am looking forward to warmer weather so I can build some fence and get some animals in here on the new farm. In the meantime, I stay busy with my remodeling projects and clearing trees... Keep up the good work, Pete! P.S. I still say you should do a video all about your video equipment and how you find all the interesting angles. I can actually see what you are doing. It was so good that I didn't realize your angle was from UNDER the MD last week until you dropped something on the camera. You are like the Alfred Hitchcock of farming videos.

[@jeannedigennaro6484]

Haha!

[@bobbailey4954]

I see that you have over 300 comments I can’t imagine you would have the time to read so many. Just wanted to say I enjoy your videos its a small escape from the daily grind.keep up the great work I’m anxiously watching your utube success I’m predicting 1MM by summer next year.

[@samoatodd8730]

I’m fine too! Love being able to come watch everyone and catch up!

[@yvonneward]

Love all your videos apart from when you put them in the pen at the slaughter house I know this has to be done it’s just not feasible to keep them all and it’s all part and parcel of having a farm hope you and the family are keeping safe and well I could watch them all day x

[@radmilamiljanic5977]

It's so important to find joy in things surrounding you and everyday activities:)))

[@daburg8110]

"He ate the whole handle"! Thats hilarious

[@melvinwoodruff905]

Thanks

[@ssamuel408]

Thank you. Great video.

[@wvn-scale5395]

Cow tails on the way …….enjoy ..Mike and Sandy Pickus.

[@jamesmorrison1884]

Have a good day Pete,Hillary