When temperatures fall here in Wisconsin, a lot of people start getting vacation on their mind. While our cows don’t have to pack their bags or worry about flight delays, they do get to enjoy a little vacation of their own each year. Their getaway happens a few weeks before they’re due to have a calf—so thankfully, weather doesn’t factor into their travel plans. … Rest, Recharge, Repeat
Fall is a busy time on our dairy farm – and one of the most important jobs we do each year is pumping manure. While it might not sound glamorous, manure is one of the most valuable resources we have. It’s full of nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium that our crops need to grow … Fall Manure Pumping – Closing the Nutrient Loop on Our Farm
Fall on the farm is a season of change. The mornings are cooler, the leaves start to turn, and our fields transform into a hub of activity. For our dairy, harvest means one big thing—chopping corn. While many people think of fall as pumpkins and apple orchards, on our farm, it’s the busiest and … Behind the Scenes of Fall Harvest: Chopping Corn for the Dairy
Despite unfavorable weather, our Cropping team, along with help from our custom harvester, Nemetz Neshota Ridge, had a successful harvest. Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy, LLC Haylage Acres Harvested: 8,044 – As Fed Tons: 20,241 Corn Silage Acres Harvested: 4,176 – As Fed Tons: 66,535 Dairy Dreams, LLC Haylage Acres Harvested: 8,231 – As Fed Tons: 18,686 … Harvest 2020 Statistics
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As we head into harvest season, we are grateful for the patience of our neighbors and community. Because of your patience on the road, our team can arrive home to their families at the end of a long day. Here are a few tips that you can use to help keep our drivers safe, along … Stay Safe this Harvest Season
Pagel Family Recipes- Auntie Pie Dough There’s nothing more American than apple pie. As you celebrate the 4th of July, try our family pie dough recipe! Do you top your apple pie with cheddar cheese or ice cream? Either way, look for the Proudly Wisconsin Dairy ™ or Proudly Wisconsin Cheese Badge™ on your dairy … Pagel Family Recipes – Auntie Pie Dough
Grandam Garnet’s Cheese Casserole 8 oz grated sharp cheddar cheese (We recommend Ron’s Wisconsin Cheese, LLC 1 year cheddar.) 8 slices of bread, buttered (Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Dairy ™ badge.) 3 or 4 eggs 2 cups of milk (Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Dairy ™ badge.) ½ tp salt 1 tsp dry mustard … Pagel Family Recipes – Cheese Casserole
May is National Beef Month! What better way to celebrate than with a juicy Ponderosa Farmstead Steak? Read more to find out how to grill the perfect steak. Rare: Bring your thumb to your pointer finger. The flesh area, right below your thumb should feel a little firmer than it would if your hand was … How do you like your steak?
Play “WI ScAGvenger Hunt”! Click here to play! Prize pack includes: Coloring book Crayons Pencil Cheese eraser Punch ballon Bookmark. Recommended for ages 5-11. Parent or adult assistance may be needed. Prize packs will be sent out the 1st week of May.