The Acres U.S.A. June 2016 issue; Vol. 46, No. 6; contains the following: FEATURES Helming a Horse- Powered CSAby Tracy FrischThe most unusual thing about Natural Roots is that it operates without a single tractor. Instead of a fleet of diesel guzzling engines, this diversified farm runs on five workhorses that power everything from field tillage to hauling produce out of the field. Handling the Heatby Hue Karreman, V.M.D.When temperatures climb, pastured dairy cows can suffer heat stress and even heat stroke, leading to decreased milk production and illness. Find out how to keep your cows healthy and productive during the summertime. Rock Steadyby Andrew FrenchSituated near Amery, Wisconsin, Turnip Rock Farm is a family operation that embodies the spirit of resilience and now produces in-demand specialty cheeses. A Sheep Producer’s Best Friendby Denice RackleyA good herding dog can be worth its weight in gold to a livestock operation. Indiana sheep producer Denice Racily shares advice for using Border Collies to manage your flock. 7 Stockmanship Lessons for Successby Kelly KloberFrom focusing on keen observation to avoiding fleeting fads, take heed of these seven keys for raising livestock. Raising Goats in the Desertby Anav T. SilvermanIn the heart of southern Israel’s Arava desert, against the backdrop of the red Edom Mountains, is a sustainable desert farm flowing with goat milk. The family-run Ofaimme Farm produces a variety of organic goat cheeses and yogurts, as well as organic fruit. Managing Land & Livestockby Rachel JonesBecker Family Stock Farm’s success is due to Sonja Becker’s ability to take initiative, to experiment and to work closely with nature and her local community to raise hardy, healthy animals. From Military Man to Farmerby Richard J. SkellyAn Air Force veteran discovers a new calling raising grass-fed lambs in the Garden State. Interview: Courtney WhiteFinding Common GroundAuthor, advocate Courtney White unites groups at odds through regenerative agriculture.
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