35 Follow us on Twitter @BetterFarmingON Better Farming | November 2023 each other up – we are a real team that way. “During hay season I do the animal husbandry and I run the support team such as hauling loads and equipment and tools when needed, but my dad does the bulk of the hay and I take care of the animals.” Michael also does a lot of work for the garden – weeding, tilling and harvesting. Michael’s long-term vision for the farm, which started as grass, trees and garbage, is to make it functional for his father and then come back and take over a er working o -farm for a while. He also wants to continue modernizing the farm to make labour more manageable for his father and himself. “I’d like to set it up so that all you have to do is morning and evening chores with a bit of maintenance. I’d like to add some more automation. Not robotics or anything, just more than the old school carrying pails of water. “It would be getting some plumbing in with oats, and thermostats and temperature gauges inside and outside the buildings so you just have to quickly check to know it’s good.” His dream for the farm, in addition to producing food for neighbours and friends, is to eventually beautify the property and host farm tours for education. Up close A rainy day in Gi en Valley. Michael Marchant photo Protect Your Health and Well-being With Our Exclusive Health Benefit Plans! For more information, contact Nansi at 1-800-463-2555 or agrihealth@nfp.com Health, dental, drug, vision and out-of-country options. Critical illness and disability coverage. Customized plan for your farm business. All OFAmembers and associate supporters are eligible. Invest in your health! Contact us today and enjoy the incredible health benefits that cater to our Members, their families, and farm employees. Poweredby
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