The Best Small Farm Chapter 89

   Chapter 89 New Pasture

   drove the tractor and transported the straw bales back to the forage warehouse. Li Han came to help, and Jem told Li Han that the straw bales needed to be moved and piled up. The dry material could be stored for a long time, and the storage was easy to use for winter grass. Jem and Hutton introduced to Li Han. "Han, the No. 3 pasture is the best forage. These are all piled on the edge. It is high in protein and fat. It is the best feed for feeding pregnant cows in winter. Hey, I think next year's farm calf must be the best in Kemixing. of."

Li Han said with a smile: "There was a saying among the Montana ranchers earlier that we don't raise cattle and sheep, we don't raise quarters, we don't raise sheep dogs, we raise grass. There are fat sheep and cattle, which makes sense."

Jem nodded in agreement and said, "Yes, Han, the pasture God gave the cowboys the best gift. Having such a fat pasture must be a gift from God, and we will definitely raise the best beef cattle." Jem helped Hugh Dayton, the straw bales were stacked on the haystack with a truck, and Li Han and Huoton pulled them and placed them neatly.

  Li Han pulled the straw bale and placed it, stepped on it, and said. "Thank you George for staying on the pasture, this is a real cowboy, maybe we have a chance to toast this lovely old man." "Sure, Han, it's a good day, how about a beer?" Jem and Houghton to Lee Han Brewing The beer has been coveted for a long time, it is really unforgettable taste.

  Li Han clapped his hands, slid down from the haystack, and said with a smile. "Well, look at God and George, let's have a drink in the evening." "Han, this is a really pleasant decision, Jem, I can't wait." Houghton compacted the haystack and smiled. Said to Jem, who was also busy pressing the haystack beside him.

  Jem rolled up his cuffs, patted the haystack, and said. "Yes, Houghton, I can smell the beer already, Han, maybe we can go to the new meadow now and get a bucket of fresh beer, what do you think."

   The three of them finished their work, Li Han said with a smile. "Of course, no problem." The three of them drove back to the cattle on their quad bikes, added some fodder and talked to Dinah, and had a barbecue in the evening to prepare the oven and fuel.

  The new pasture was not far away. In about ten minutes, the three of them came to the new pasture. The wind blew the rye grass, like flannel. It was really beautiful. Jem and Houghton parked their quads, jumped out, and plucked a few leaves of ryegrass into their mouths to chew. "Oh, it's gorgeous, Han, I think you've made it, it's unbelievable, and it's a wonderful taste for you to grow good ryegrass in such a dry time."

   Hughton nodded and said. "Yes, Jem, you're right, the grass here is amazing, it's the best rye grass I've ever seen, it must be, Han, congratulations on getting a good piece of grass, our cattle and sheep will surely fatter."

   Li Han was not too surprised. The grass seeds were soaked in space spring water, and some space spring water was watered. The grass grew well and the quality was as expected. "Jem, Hughton, I think yes, it's a joy to have the pastures done."

  Jim and Houghton dug a few pieces of soil and observed the roots of ryegrass, which were astonishing, nearly a third longer than regular ryegrass. "Han, it's a miracle, maybe next year we can grow more of this ryegrass."

  Li Han nodded, maybe, these are enough. "Jem, Houghton, let's go ahead and have a look. Alfalfa is good there too." "Of course, Han, you've given us so many surprises, Houghton, I think it's great here, thank you for the invitation."

  Hughton and Li Han laughed, and with more Jem on the farm, it was a lot easier. The three walked along the irrigation canal to the alfalfa pasture, with some ryegrass scattered around, and the pieces of yellow alfalfa and alfalfa were very beautiful, as if they were in a sea of ​​flowers.

  Jem and Houghton tasted and nodded. "Nice alfalfa, Han, maybe in a few days, we can harvest it once, it's unbelievable, we have the winter forage settled so quickly." "Yes, Houghton, there are still two or three harvests here, maybe we can sell it. One, forage prices are good this year."

  During the drought in the western United States, the price of forage has been rising, but many small farms in the small town of Mixing are selling it. The insect disaster and the drought are double blows, and the business is difficult. Li Han feels very lucky. Li Han and Jem, Houghton discussed the transfer of the cattle tomorrow, not too far away, Jem said. "Han, Hughton and I are more than enough."

  Li Han nodded. Both Jem and Houghton were experienced cowboys. Li Han felt relieved and discussed dividing the pasture into five small pastures, which would be harvested and grazing in rotation. These Li Hans were handed over to Houghton and Jem, and returned to the small farm. Li Han came to the beer hut, moved a bucket of beer and put it in the back seat of the quad bike. Millie had not seen her master for a few days, and circled around her excitedly. Great, Li Han squatted down and picked up Milly and put it on the quad bike.

On the small farm, Dinah took care of it well. The two cows and the black donkey were grazing leisurely in a small pasture. Li Han drove past the big guy on a quad bike, looked up at Li Han, and continued to eat leisurely. Grass, two little lambs followed the motorcycle, not far away two little turkeys actually mixed into the chicken flock, quite capable, as for the big turtle, Li Hanlai took care of it, this guy swaggered up to the pond to catch fish Shrimp to eat.

   Back at George's Farm, Houghton and Jem were driving the cattle and counting the numbers. Dinah was busy moving the oven. Seeing Han, she greeted him with a smile and said. "Pandora sent chicken soup to Mr. Glassman. Mr. Glassman's housekeeper, Visa, just called, and sent it back to pandora after dinner."

  Li Han stopped the quad bike and helped Dinah set up the oven. "I'll call Visa later, Dinah, I've got the vegetables and beef ready. I'll go and get them first." Li Han took the beef and vegetables and inquired about Lulu's situation. Jem helped manage the farm. Vegetables and beef, cheese, jam, some drinks, LPG tank daily necessities, Li Han rarely intervenes, and Jem arranges it by himself. "Lulu is not bad."

  Li Han's beef and vegetables are well placed, marinated, and the seasoning will take some time. Dinah saw that there was not much to help and talk to Li Han. "Han, I think it's better for me to help Jem and Houghton." "Okay, I'll do it here."

  Simple barbecue, Li Han marinated quickly, prepared the sauce, lit the oven, placed the vegetables and beef cubes with tongs, and turned the grill.

  Li Han drank beer while roasting beef, a cool night, a glass of beer and a piece of barbecue, it was really a good enjoyment. Jem and Hutton, Dinah finished their work, Li Han said with a smile and pointed to the beer keg. "Have a beer first, and the barbecue will be ready for a while."

   "Ok, that's a good beer, Han, maybe you should open a brewery, I think it's a good business." Jem poured a glass of beer, took a sip, wiped the hops on the corners of his mouth, and the fresh, tender beer tasted great.

   Hughton said with a smile. "Jem, didn't you find poor Jack coming a few times to buy Han's beer, maybe Jack was afraid that Han would take his business."

   "Han's beer is better than Jack's Bar. Maria seems to be intentionally replacing Jack's Bar beer. Jack must be in a hurry." Dinah smiled and said she heard the news from her boyfriend.

   "Did our beautiful Maria fall in love with our lovely Han?" Jem said with a smile.

   "Jem, I think you should have a piece of grilled meat. It's better, what do you think." Li Han took a piece of grilled meat and stuffed it into Jem's plate. Jem and Hutton laughed suddenly. "Han, Maria is right, you are such a sweet little boy."

Houghton raised the beer in his hand and said, "Han, I'm so shy but I can't get a girlfriend. Let me have another beer. I think I'll tell you how to catch a beautiful girl." Li Han blushed and took a piece of barbecue. .

   "Hutton, I think Dinah doesn't want to hear about your love history." Li Han said angrily, Dinah covered her mouth and smiled, Li Han looked shy, it was so funny. Houghton chuckled and cut a piece of roast meat and stuffed it into his mouth. "Beer, barbecue, it's heaven, Jem, it feels good."

"Yes, Houghton, I think this is the best choice I made, Han, a good man, a toast to our lovely Han." Jem held a beer mug and gestured for a toast to Li Han, Dinah and Houghton Raising the glass, although the salary given by Li Han is not too high, beef and mutton, especially vegetables are enough, beer and barbecue party from time to time, good pasture, cattle and sheep grazing is much easier, the pasture watering system is very good, and the work is very easy. , like a vacation.

  Dinah's showboy boyfriend all had the idea to come to Li Han's farm to work, but unfortunately Li Han has no plans to recruit any more workers in the short term, and there are enough staff. A small barrel of beer, a large piece of beef, a pot of vegetable salad, baked potatoes, corn, a small dish of lemons, Jem, Houghton, and Dinah are very satisfied, and Li Han enjoys this kind of good family fun. At the end of the barbecue dinner, Dinah and Houghton helped to clean up, clean the oven, tableware and chopsticks, and went back to rest early.

   Li Han and Jem discussed the loan. The new pasture was a success. Li Han had more leverage, and the loan might be more. Jem suggested to Li Han that it was $2 million, maybe a little less. "Jem, I'll think about it, hard."

  Jem said with a smile. "No, Han, there is beer, no hard work, Han, good night." "Good night, Jem, I wish you a good dream." Li Han sent Jem back after a while, and Dudu came back with Dudu It was a few cowboys and a group of bullies. Dudu waved his hands to say goodbye, and returned to the small building, jumping up and down, very happy.

   (end of this chapter)

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