Where the Green Grass Grows

Having just moved across the country from Wyoming, I am so thankful for the green grass and green trees that surround us here at Vistamont Farms. Green grass is the main menu item for the cows on our farm. An abundance of green grass means that our cows are well fed and healthy. All of this grass also means that it's the season for haying which keeps Harry and Rich very busy.

Haying is a three step process that includes cutting the hay into windrows, raking it to turn it so it can dry all the way through, and baling it into large round bales that can be fed to the cattle. This process is a science that requires close attention to the condition of the hay and of course, current weather patterns. It often seems like we are in a race against time to make sure that Mother Nature doesn't rain on our freshly cut hay. Another major factor in this race is that equipment sometimes has a mind of its own!! But there is nothing that signals summer is finally here better than the smell of fresh cut hay!!