Small Farms

I’m happy to say that we’re finally getting a warm spell here in New York.  It is currently 47 degrees here in upstate, New York and we couldn’t be happier!  This means that water buckets won’t be frozen for the next few days as long as the weather holds.  We’re thinking of upgrading our 160+ year-old barn and putting in new pipes, perhaps even digging a new well for just the barn.  Of course, this all depends on the economy since getting a new well runs around $4,000.

I’d be interested in hearing from anyone who has put in a watering system for sheep, goats and chickens, since this is primarily what we raise around here (keep in mind we have sub-zero temps and pvc pipe can burst- as we just found out!).  Also, if anyone has changed their chickens from traditional watering “cans” to nipples, I’d also like to know about it (are they actually smart enough to learn how to make the switch?).  Hopefully someone out there has made some of these changes and can share their experience with us!

Have a great weekend!

~~Charlotte

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