Animal Husbandry & Herd Health Class
farm@shepherdscross.com July 11, 2023 No Comments
Sheep, Goats, and Small Ruminants Animal Husbandry & Herd Health Class Saturday, August 26, 2023 8:30 am- 4:30 pm For those interested in returning to the basics of farming, small ruminants present a great option for people wanting to live sustainably. Our small ruminant class is a great place to start learning how to be more self-sufficient and for homesteading. Learn how to care for small ruminants such as sheep, goats, alpacas, and llamas. Class includes instruction, handouts, videos, tutorials, and hands on experience. The primary instructor for the class is Dr. Diane Dickinson, a licensed veterinarian and an agriculturalist, with over 40 years of livestock and farming experience. Her unique perspective of animal husbandry care includes that of a producer, a veterinarian, and a small flock & herd owner. She also shares her experiences in global agriculture, Biblical agriculture, sustainable living, natural production, agritourism and niche markets. The Dickinsons have owned and operated Shepherd’s Cross, a working sheep farm, for over 30 years. Their livestock include sheep, cattle, alpacas, llamas, donkeys, horses & poultry. Their farm is Animal Welfare Approved with their livestock pasture raised and pasture fed. Class Topics Include Vaccinations Feet Trimming Tail docking Bloodless castration Managing pasture & Feeding Parasites & Worms Practical profitable flock herd health for working shepherds FAMACHA Sheep, goats, alpacas & others Lambing & birthing Neonatal care – lambs, kids & others Tubing Wool management AWA Shearing Classes are limited to 20 participants and fill quickly. Beverages are provided at breaks. Bring your lunch. Cost is $89.00 per person, $169.00 for 2
Read MoreFiber Fest Weekend Retreat
farm@shepherdscross.com July 8, 2023 No Comments
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fiber Fest Weekend Retreat August 10, 11, & 12, 2023 – Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 8:30 am – 3:30 pm Three days of learning how to process any kind of fiber (we teach with wool) Includes washing, dyeing, wet felting, carding, picking, spindling, spinning, needle felting, and weaving and some history of fiber arts with practical technology. Each participant will make and keep multiple projects. Virtual or onsite Retreat fee is only $249 (all three days); all materials provided. Any single day of the Retreat is available for $89 per day. Retreats are augmented by hands on learning tools available in the Educational Farm Museum and with a collection of fiber arts from around the world. Registration is required. You may find information and registration form online or call 918-342-5911. Shepherd’s Cross offers these classes year-round, on an individual or group basis. Shepherd’s Cross is an accredited Agritourism facility, a Made in Oklahoma Company that processes Animal Welfare Approved fiber (that is chemical free, hormone free, free range, all natural). Shepherd’s Cross hosts a mini wool mill, processing the wool from their own sheep raised on site. Heart of the Shepherd is a non-profit organization (501-C3) that operates at the farm and establishes wool mills in remote, impoverished areas around the world. Heart of the Shepherd teaches Biblical references to the harvest, the animals, farming, and gardening. Shepherd’s Cross and Gift Shop is open Tuesday through Saturday 8:30 – 5:30, year-round (closed some holidays). Shepherd’s Cross holds three Fiber Fest Weekend Retreats a year:
Read MoreOrganic fruits gurgaon/delhi
sanesa Yourganic June 30, 2023 No Comments
Sanesa Farms is a trusted provider of organic fruits in Gurgaon and Delhi. They specialize in offering a variety of high-quality organic fruits sourced from sustainable and eco-friendly farming practices. With a commitment to providing nutritious and pesticide-free options, Sanesa Farms ensures that their organic fruits are grown with utmost care, resulting in flavorsome and healthy produce. Customers can enjoy the benefits of organic eating while supporting sustainable agriculture through Sanesa Farms’ range of organic fruits.
Read MoreOrganic vegetable gurgaon/delhi
sanesa Yourganic June 30, 2023 No Comments
Sanesa Farms is a reliable source of organic vegetables in Gurgaon and Delhi. They are dedicated to providing a diverse range of fresh and pesticide-free organic vegetables. Through sustainable and eco-friendly farming methods, Sanesa Farms ensures the highest quality produce that is both nutritious and flavorful. With a commitment to promoting healthy eating and supporting sustainable agriculture, customers can rely on Sanesa Farms for a wide selection of organic vegetables that are grown with care and integrity.
Read MoreBUY FRESH ORGANIC FOOD ONLINE
sanesa Yourganic June 21, 2023 No Comments
Sanesa Yourganic, a dedicated online platform, specializes in delivering fresh organic food right to your doorstep. With their strong emphasis on sustainable farming practices and unwavering commitment to top-notch produce, they provide an extensive selection of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and more. Through their organic farming methods, Sanesa Yourganic guarantees that their food is devoid of harmful chemicals and pesticides. This not only ensures a healthier choice but also contributes to the preservation of our environment. By conveniently offering their products online, Sanesa Yourganic strives to facilitate access to fresh, organic food and promote a healthier lifestyle for all. To Buy organic foods online, please visit our website- https://sanesa.in/
Read MoreBuy Fresh organic food online
sanesa Yourganic June 5, 2023 No Comments
Sanesa Farms, a dedicated online platform, specializes in delivering fresh organic food right to your doorstep. With their strong emphasis on sustainable farming practices and unwavering commitment to top-notch produce, they provide an extensive selection of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and more. Through their organic farming methods, Sanesa Farms guarantees that their food is devoid of harmful chemicals and pesticides. This not only ensures a healthier choice but also contributes to the preservation of our environment. By conveniently offering their products online, Sanesa Farms strives to facilitate access to fresh, organic food and promote a healthier lifestyle for all. To Buy organic foods online, please visit our website- https://sanesa.in/
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sanesa Yourganic May 23, 2023 No Comments
Sanesa Farms is a unique and innovative company that provides organic food online. With the ever-increasing demand for organic food, Sanesa Farms has taken the initiative to provide high-quality, affordable and healthy food to consumers in the comfort of their own homes. The company prides itself on its commitment to sustainability, and all their products are sourced from local, environmentally friendly farms. Sanesa Farms offers a wide variety of products, including fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products.
Read MoreWoolly Gospel Singing & Antique Tractor Show
farm@shepherdscross.com May 11, 2023 No Comments
Woolly Gospel Singing & Antique Tractor Show Saturday, June 10th, 2023 Shepherd’s Cross is hosting its annual Woolly Gospel Singing. All individuals, families, or church groups are invited to listen or participate. Gospel, Country Christian, Worship and Hymns will be enjoyed inside the Tour Barn. Gospel Sing is 1pm to 4pm. We need volunteer musicians to bring your instruments, your voice, and your favorite songs. Folks can pick, sing, and play together – like the good old Days! Those who register in advance are given priority on the roster that fills quickly. However, we will allow walk-ins as time allows. A few antique tractors will be on display for the day. The tractor show is from 10am to 5pm. Come enjoy restored antique tractors and learn about America’s rich agricultural heritage. Please register to bring your antique tractor. You can call (918) 342-5911 or register online: https://shepherdscross.com/gospel-singing.html In addition, the following activities are always available at the farm (on a donation basis): Touring the educational & interactive Farm Museum & Silo Touring the Bible Garden – Self-guided – Podcasts available online Spinning and Wool Mill demonstration See and Pet the Farm Animals You may even participate in our monthly “Spin-n-Knit-In” where individuals bring and work on their fiber arts projects such as spinning, knitting etc. This is our monthly free help session for fiber arts. Spin-n-Knit-In is from 1pm to 4pm. Come shop at Shepherd’s Shop featuring a host of “woolly” and farm related handmade crafted by Shepherd’s Cross and over 50 local crafters; farm fresh USDA processed and Animal
Read MoreSummer Barn Sale & Plant Exchange
farm@shepherdscross.com May 5, 2023 No Comments
Summer Barn Sale (Garage Sale) & Plant Exchange Thursday June 1, Friday June 2, Saturday June 3, 2023 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Barn Sale: Donated items graciously accepted. Please drop off your donations at the barn Tuesday through Saturday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm through May 27th. Huge, Multi-Family Garage Sale of donated articles including appliances, antiques, farming items, furniture, wall décor, housewares, DVDs, farm and garden items, children’s games and toys, home decorator items, bedding, office supplies, books, and collectibles, as well as clothing for the entire family. Photographs of sale items can be found on our Facebook page the week of the sale at: https://www.facebook.com/ShepherdsCross Indoors and air conditioned. Sale benefits Farming Missions, Starter Flocks, and Wool Mills in remote locations around the world. Locally, the sale benefits Rural Veterinary Outreach and Baby Blessing Bags. 100% of funds from the barn sale will go directly towards the projects. Monetary Donations towards these missions are greatly appreciated. A tax-deductible receipt is provided upon request. Plant Exchange: Bring a plant to leave and take a plant home. Plant selections will include bulbs, tubers, bushes, trees, grasses, seeds, herbs and much more! This is a great way to expand your garden. Please be prepared to identify the plant you leave with its name, color, and planting characteristics. Great fun! In addition, the following activities are always available at the farm (on a donation basis): Touring the educational & interactive Farm Museum & Silo Touring the Bible Garden – self-guided – Podcasts available: https://shepherdscross.com/bible-garden.html Spinning and Wool Mill demonstration See and
Read MoreSummer Barn Sale & Plant Exchange
farm@shepherdscross.com May 5, 2023 No Comments
Summer Barn Sale (Garage Sale) & Plant Exchange Thursday June 1, Friday June 2, Saturday June 3, 2023 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Barn Sale: Donated items graciously accepted. Please drop off your donations at the barn Tuesday through Saturday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm through May 27th. Huge, Multi-Family Garage Sale of donated articles including appliances, antiques, farming items, furniture, wall décor, housewares, DVDs, farm and garden items, children’s games and toys, home decorator items, bedding, office supplies, books, and collectibles, as well as clothing for the entire family. Photographs of sale items can be found on our Facebook page the week of the sale at: https://www.facebook.com/ShepherdsCross Indoors and air conditioned. Sale benefits Farming Missions, Starter Flocks, and Wool Mills in remote locations around the world. Locally, the sale benefits Rural Veterinary Outreach and Baby Blessing Bags. 100% of funds from the barn sale will go directly towards the projects. Monetary Donations towards these missions are greatly appreciated. A tax-deductible receipt is provided upon request. Plant Exchange: Bring a plant to leave and take a plant home. Plant selections will include bulbs, tubers, bushes, trees, grasses, seeds, herbs and much more! This is a great way to expand your garden. Please be prepared to identify the plant you leave with its name, color, and planting characteristics. Great fun! In addition, the following activities are always available at the farm (on a donation basis): Touring the educational & interactive Farm Museum & Silo Touring the Bible Garden – self-guided – Podcasts available: https://shepherdscross.com/bible-garden.html Spinning and Wool Mill demonstration See and
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