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Easy Tips & Tricks For Using Farm Record Keeping Software, By Chris Bomgaars from EveryPig

In our current age of digital transformation, even pork production isn’t left untouched. The introduction of farm record keeping software offers producers another tool for their toolbox. Software for farm record keeping helps to streamline processes, ensure accuracy and offer insights that manual paper records just can’t match. However, in order to harness the full power of farming record keeping software solutions, it’s essential to know some tips and tricks.

Start with the Basics

It may be tempting to jump right into advanced features, but before you do that, familiarize yourself with the basics. Understand the primary functions of the software you are using, like which data fields can be entered, which preferences can be set to your liking, what type of reporting options are available and how the main dashboard features work.

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FLEECED! Sheep Shearer Hands Over Clippers!

Video: FLEECED! Sheep Shearer Hands Over Clippers!

It's sheep shearing day at Ewetopia Farms! ?? Our Dorset lambs and ewes are getting fleeced — and for the first time, our shearer hands over his clippers to a beginner. We finish shearing the last of our adult ewes and this year’s Dorset ewe lambs.

From moving the sheep between barns, loading them into chutes, and watching the wool come off, this is always one of the most satisfying days on the farm. But this video has a twist — we welcomed a new helper, Gian, who’s not only lending a hand but also learning how to shear! With guidance from our experienced shearer, he got a crash course in sheep shearing and even tried his hand at shearing a couple of lambs himself.

You’ll see firsthand how both teacher and student handled this unique challenge. Shearing is more than just removing wool — it’s about sheep health, comfort, and giving us a closer look at the flock. It’s always amazing to see the transformation from woolly sheep to freshly shorn ewes and lambs.