Clay Hill Ranch

Clay Hill Ranch Diverse farm in Northwest Indiana, raising sheep and cattle. We also produce hay, straw, maple syrup, and freezer meats including lamb, beef, and pork.

Did you know? Those pretty wildflowers in summer pastures aren't always as harmless as they look. 🌸 Several common fiel...
06/18/2026

Did you know? Those pretty wildflowers in summer pastures aren't always as harmless as they look. 🌸

Several common field plants, including some thistle varieties and buttercup, can be mildly toxic or cause digestive issues in cattle and other livestock when grazed in large quantities.

Most animals will naturally avoid them when they have plenty of good forage available. But when pasture is overgrazed or dry, hungry animals are much less selective about what they eat.

Keeping forage quality high and monitoring grazing rotation is one of the simplest things you can do to protect your herd this summer. 🫡

There's a certain kind of satisfaction that comes with watching calves out on summer pasture for the first time. 🐄☀️All ...
06/13/2026

There's a certain kind of satisfaction that comes with watching calves out on summer pasture for the first time. 🐄☀️

All the early mornings, the calving checks, the weaning stress, the feed adjustments... it all leads to this. Animals that are healthy, curious, and thriving.

June has a way of paying you back for everything you put in during the harder months. 🙌

June tip for backyard flock keepers 🐔Longer days mean more light, and more light means hens that are working harder. Hen...
06/10/2026

June tip for backyard flock keepers 🐔

Longer days mean more light, and more light means hens that are working harder. Hens laying consistently in summer heat have higher calcium and protein demands than most people realize.

Three things to check this month:
✅ Are your layers on a dedicated layer feed rather than scratch or mixed grain?
✅ Is oyster shell available free-choice so hens can self-regulate calcium?
✅ Are you checking water daily? Hens in heat can drink twice their normal intake.

A small adjustment now can make a big difference in egg quality and shell thickness heading into the hottest weeks of summer. 🥚

Thank you to all the bidders and buyers at the National North Country Cheviot Show and Sale, along with the purchases ma...
06/07/2026

Thank you to all the bidders and buyers at the National North Country Cheviot Show and Sale, along with the purchases made in the Timeless Treasure Sale. Springfield was a great host.

Sheep went to Arizona, Minnesota, Virginia and Indiana. Thank you all for your interest in our program.

Thanks to Dave and Cayden Murphy for getting us through the sale. Look forward to next year.

There is something really grounding about a flock that trusts you. 🐑Good feed. Clean water. Attentive care. It sounds si...
06/06/2026

There is something really grounding about a flock that trusts you. 🐑

Good feed. Clean water. Attentive care. It sounds simple because it is. And the animals that thrive are usually the ones whose people never stopped paying attention to those fundamentals.

What's one thing you never skip no matter how busy the season gets? Tell us below 👇

Hot take: hay quality matters just as much in summer as it does in winter. 🌾Here's something a lot of horse owners don't...
06/04/2026

Hot take: hay quality matters just as much in summer as it does in winter. 🌾

Here's something a lot of horse owners don't think about until there's a problem. When pasture quality peaks in early summer, horses on full turnout may actually be taking in less dry matter than you think because fresh grass is mostly water.

Horses still need consistent forage to keep the hindgut moving. Pulling hay entirely when pasture looks great can quietly lead to digestive upset, changes in manure, or unexplained behavior shifts.

A simple rule to keep in mind: forage first, always. Even in June. 🙌

Hello, June! A brand new month means a fresh opportunity to find exactly what you've been looking for. 🛍️ We have so muc...
06/03/2026

Hello, June! A brand new month means a fresh opportunity to find exactly what you've been looking for. 🛍️

We have so much in store this month and we don't want you to miss a thing. Stop by and see what's new because June is just getting started and so are the good finds. Come visit us! 😎

Green pasture is great, but it’s not always complete nutrition.🐴As horses transition to spring grass, they may still nee...
05/28/2026

Green pasture is great, but it’s not always complete nutrition.🐴

As horses transition to spring grass, they may still need support for minerals and balanced energy.

Pasture alone doesn’t always cover everything.

Have you adjusted your feeding plan yet this season? 🌱

More time in the saddle means more care behind the scenes. 🐴From feed to daily routines, keeping your horse feeling thei...
05/25/2026

More time in the saddle means more care behind the scenes. 🐴

From feed to daily routines, keeping your horse feeling their best starts long before the ride.

If you’re updating your routine for the season, it’s a good time to stop in and get set up for May!

Did you know? What chickens eat can directly impact egg quality, from shell strength to yolk color. 🥚Consistent, balance...
05/21/2026

Did you know? What chickens eat can directly impact egg quality, from shell strength to yolk color. 🥚

Consistent, balanced nutrition helps keep your flock producing their best.

Healthy feed. Healthy flock. 🐓

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6881 North 300 East
Laporte, IN
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