Most people don’t enjoy working outside once the wintertime comes around. It doesn’t matter if they do construction work or other work that requires them to spend a significant amount of time outside in the freezing-cold temperatures. They simply don’t like the feeling of going outside and working when the winter is upon us.
Unfortunately, there’s just no getting around working in the winter weather, especially if you’re a cattle rancher. Even though it’s cold outside, you still need to get out there and make sure your cattle are being fed and cared for properly. You also need to make sure you take the time to clear out snow, ice, and other signs of winter so that your cattle can get access to everything from their feed to their shelter. It can be a miserable job, but someone has to do it! In addition, if that someone is you, you should make every effort to put aside your personal feelings about winter and act as a professional.
Make a Plan
The best way to do this is by coming up with a plan well before it starts to get cold outside. In the event of snow, you should know what areas of your ranch need to be tended to first for the good of your cattle. In some cases, that might mean cleaning out the area where your cattle eat. In others, it might mean creating a specific calving barn for pregnant cattle that is easily accessible at all times of the year. Regardless, planning for the worst in the winter is essential, and it will make your job a little easier to do.
At the end of the day, you can’t stop working simply because of the winter weather. If anything, you need to be working harder to prevent your cattle from getting sick or missing opportunities to eat. Through it all, you should remind yourself of why you’re doing what you’re doing. Whether your goal is to breed more cattle or fatten up your existing cattle so that you can get top dollar for them, you should keep your eyes on the prize and realize that your hard work in the winter will pay off in the end. Moreover, if means shoveling a little extra snow or running the tractor to clear out a large area for the cattle? So be it. By assuming the right attitude, you can make the most of the situation.
Flying H Genetics knows the challenges of caring for cattle and maintaining a cattle ranch in the winter. We also know how to provide all the cattle ranchers out there with the cattle they need. Contact us today to find out about the services we can offer to you.
