Although sitting in class learning gets the job done, going to a Sustainable farm will always be the most enjoyable. On the student farm there are many opportunities to learn about crop production, however, there are no animals for those of us who are focusing on livestock. This week, the Animal Science class went to Cane Creek Farm of Graham, NC.
While on the farm the class was able to learn more about the hardships of farming on the days where you may want to give up, and the joys of seeing the smiles on your consumers faces once they get their products. The products that you have raised from birth to slaughter.
The class learned about multi-species grazing and how diseases can be prevented through this method, along with rotationally grazing. Ex.) Cane Creek Farm allows their chickens to roam behind the cattle, this disrupts ‘cow patties’ and spreads the manure. This is a Sustainable practices that many farms have in place, letting the animals do what they love, while getting the job done without heavy equipment.
If you ever have a chance to tour a Sustainable farm with Regenerative practices, TAKE IT, especially if there are plants and animals involved!
By: Gracie
The Student Farm at CCCC 