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Dutch Cream Potato Planting 0

Perfect conditions and timing for putting some potatoes in the ground with the assistance of Alison’s Dad John. We got 5 kg of Dutch Creams in yesterday and have room for plenty more. First time growing this variety which we bought from the Mullumbimby Coop yesterday. Here is some information on these yummy spuds we dug in. Note our Kelpie puppy making sure John has spaced them properly. Good Girl Red Dog.

Solanum tuberosum

Certified Seed Potato Dutch Cream has rich creamy yellow flesh.  Awesome for roasting, baking, a gratin, puree or soup.   Harvest 110-130 days from planting.

John Davis and Red Dog Planting Potatos

Posted on: 05-14-2012
Posted in: Farming News, Journal, Sheaffes Road

Firewood For Sale–Pick Up Only 0

It’s almost that time of year again here in the Byron Hinterland. The weather has been wet and wild but we have not had a cold snap yet. As soon as we do I know the phone will start ringing and emails pinging with folks desperate for some wood to keep their families warm. This year we are very prepared and have stacked up all the wood we will need for a long winter. And the best part is we have a little bit to spare and are willing to share.

Over the last few winters we have been selling firewood through the Federal Shop in bags as well as delivering ute fulls. Our costs in fuel, equipment and labour have led us to change the way we sell wood this year. Pick Up Only folks.

As you can see from the pictures below we are still using child labour and I know our girls will be very happy to load you up if you are after some dry fire wood. Oh we have some wet stuff too.

Call Cromwell Farms on 6684 9400 or 0447755440.

You can also buy online.

http://cromwellfarms.com/products-page/produce/20-kg-firewood/

http://cromwellfarms.com/products-page/produce/ute-load-firewood/

 

 

Posted on: 04-28-2012
Posted in: Farming News, Sheaffes Road

Dexter Cattle for sale 0

If you are interested in Dexter cattle come on by and have a look at our herd. We have registered and unregistered heifers, steers, calves and even a bull for sale.

Contact Aubrey Cromwell on 6684 9400 or email aubreycromwell@gmail.com

Posted on: 04-26-2012
Posted in: Farming News, Four Girl Dexter Stud

Citrus Orchard 0

Once you have had an abundance of your own citrus it’s punishing to be without. We planted out our property on Mill Rd good and proper with citrus we miss it. To that end Alison and I loaded up on citrus yesterday at Forbidden Fruit and with the help and guidance of Rasa we have started another orchard. Photos to come. Just marking the time of the planting to keep track of how long it takes to be back in fruit.

Posted on: 04-26-2012
Posted in: Journal

Gypsy Weaned 0

Took Gypsy away from her piglets on Wednesday April 25, 2012. Barney is showing interest. The girl looks like she is ready to go again.

Posted on: 04-26-2012
Posted in: Journal

Porter Lake Cabin Time Lapse 0

A busy night back at the cabin on Porter Lake captured in this time lapse by Jon Sturge.

Posted on: 04-17-2012
Posted in: Porter Lake

Jon Sturge Porter Lake Photography 0

Long distance relationships are never easy. Distance can challenge the fondness of ones heart. Technology is a great way to bridge that gap. A small pre-amble to setup this photo my daughter Kaleigh’s boyfriend Jon Sturge, or as I refer to him, my half son, just sent me.

Looking at booking a trip home and a good visit to Porter Lake. In the meantime if anyone wants to beat me to it let us know and we can book you in.

photograph by Jon Sturge

Posted on: 04-17-2012
Posted in: Farming News, People, Porter Lake

Meet Red Dog 0

More livestock for the farm. We are proud to announce the arrival of Red, a cross Kelpie working dog. Our plan is to retrain Jasmine so she can help us train Red to be a handy and helpful dog around the farm. So far so good.

Red came from the Garrets Dairy Farm and was born on February 14th. Maybe we should rename her Valentine.

Posted on: 04-16-2012
Posted in: Farming News, Journal

Dehorning for the Stevensons 0

This morning our friend and Veterinarian from Mullum Vet Richard Gregory came by early to take the horns off a Dexter cross Heifer we have on the farm for servicing. As usual it was blood and gore; however, Richard does a great job at making the animal comfortable with plenty of anesthetic and a gentle touch.

In a weeks time it will all be a memory and the young heifer will be much safer to handle through out her long life.

Posted on: 04-16-2012
Posted in: Four Girl Dexter Stud, Sheaffes Road

Made Five Barrows 0

A barrow is a castrated male swine. Thanks to Raj Singh we have five. I did my catching and holding bit. Feeling confident I can be on the other end with Raj overseeing next time.

All went well. I think it hurt Barney seeing his little boys turn into barrows.

Raj reckons Gypsy the Sow has another week of feeding in her: that will help put more condition on the piglets before Winter sets in.

Posted on: 04-16-2012
Posted in: Journal, Sheaffes Road
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