Tag: Canada

Using Sheep to Clear Undergrowth

Sheep Cleared Undergrowth

Our Sheep really do, even after two years, still amaze me! Just look at the beautiful work they have done in this area. When we put them in here three days ago, you couldn’t see through the undergrowth. Now, after just three days they’ve done an incredible job! 

The photo is actually four photos stitched together.

In the upper two sections notice the area in the back; the back center.
See how thick the growth is at ground level and above?

Now look at the two Lower Sections. Yes, they over lap a bit, side by side. 
Although it’s astoundingly obvious how well they’ve managed to clean it! 

The reason this is so important to us is it helps open up the canopy and and that allows more sunlight to reach the ground. The increased sunlight helps spur more growth, especially grass growth. Which is what’s needed to help restore this old field and help bring it into grass and forage for hay. 

I hope I’ve made it evident in my description. The bit of shade from the large saplings in the Center of the top section is not that shown in the bottom section. The open space in the bottom sections is the back center of the top sections. 

Have questions? Want to see this for yourself? Want our sheep working on your property? 
Call Brian at #BridenFarm 902-907-0770 

Please, Bring Proper Carriers and Be Properly Setup when Picking up Animals

BaaBaaRaa’s Boy

I’m almost to upset you write this! We have an 8 Week old lamb. He was to be rehomed today to go into a Breeding Program. The people who wanted to but it, had to come from two hours away. They showed up a half hour late. They showed up in a sedan type car, with 4 people, 2 Dogs, and a wire cage in the trunk they expected me to put the lamb in so they could drive home with it! In a wire cage, in the trunk, on a hot day, for two hours! HECK NO!!!

Thankfully someone just sent me some Cute Puppy Pics just before writing this! Of one of our Puppies and showing how well it’s fitting in at its new home. Precious! 

Now, You might think this an isolated case! Right?

 

Labrador and Golden Retriever / Little River Pups

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Puppies Nursing

Beautiful and Intelligent. Their Dad, Roscoe, is a Golden Lab and their Mom, Maple, is a Golden Retriever and Little River Duck Dog. They were responding to voice commands at day 11 and started eating from Mom’s dish on day 20. They were born March 5th and will be available May 3 Weekend. They’ll be Vet Checked, Dewormed, and have First Needles. Their Dad helps with Farm Chores, Helps Herding the Animals, and more, while their Mom is very apt and willing to please. These are our Grand Puppies and we’re asking a Grand ($1000) per Pup. These Puppies are much loved and well handled as are Both Parents. For more information please contact Brian at BridenFarm.com 902-907-0770 


View Videos of Our Puppies and Dogs on Our YouTube Channel

 

Poor Man’s Fertilizer: The Power of Snow

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Poor Man’s Fertilizer

The term “Poor Man’s Fertilizer” actually refers to snowfall, especially an early spring snow. 

The old farming phrase “Poor Man’s Fertilizer” refers not to rain, but to snowfall, particularly that light blanket of snow that falls in late winter or early spring. While it might look like just a pretty dusting, it’s actually delivering a quiet gift to the soil.

Here’s why snow got this nickname:

• Nitrogen Boost: As snow falls, it captures nitrogen from the atmosphere. When that snow melts, the nitrogen is released into the soil — giving plants a free, natural nutrient boost.

• Slow Release Moisture: Unlike rain, snow melts gradually, seeping moisture into the ground more evenly. This helps prevent runoff and erosion.

• Soil Insulation: Snow acts as a thermal blanket, protecting dormant plants and microbial life from harsh temperature swings and deep freezes.

• Cost-Free Fertilizer: For farmers who couldn’t afford store-bought fertilizers, a good snowfall was a welcome and valuable natural aid — hence the name.

So next time you see snow falling in March or April, don’t just grumble — it might just be doing your soil a favor. 


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