Our cattle are raised, bred and finished on our family farm. They are rotationally grazed, moving from one section of pasture to the next up to 4 times/day. This method of grazing ensures the cattle enjoy premium grasses and supports sustainability of the grasses for continued growth of both the land and plants and the animals that graze the land. The pasture lands consist of a wide variety of grasses, legumes, and forbs. The variety of plants are important to meet the nutritional needs of the herd. Pasture lands that are not grazed are left to grow to allow for cutting, drying, raking and baling. These grass bales are reserved for the winter feeding when the pasture grass is frozen off and under the snow. The wintering of the herd comes with its challenges, especially in the cold Saskatewan winters. The herd remains outdoors all winter, in a protected pasture that is surrounded by trees, a natural wind barrier. Grass bales (baled during the summer and fall season) are placed within walking distance from the winter pasture and in proximity to the herd's water source. This allows the herd to 'exercise' for food and supports the development of healthy cattle. Their winter coat protects the animal from the elements and the herd supports itself by remaining within the protected winter pasture. Cattle are ruminate animals, therefore they heat up by eating.
