Frustrated With Conventional Farming, Grazier Employs New Ideas
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He plans to dry the cows off as a
group toward the end of December,
although this year he milked a little
longer to take advantage of the higher
milk prices. During the months the
cows are dry, Simpson does extensive
planning. Everything starts up again in
March.
On grazing, Simpson notes that
we’re not reinventing the wheel
grazing has always been done. He
proves his point with a quote from a
1939 Mansfield Merchant newspaper.
“On the front page of the Mansfield
Merchant, in June 1939, there was a
notice to farmers that said, ‘Farmers,
spread lime and rock phosphate and
graze your cows, it’s the cheapest
way!’” he said. Today’s technology
makes grazing easier than ever, with
high tensile fence and other products.
Even though Simpson enjoys being
there for his family and taking care of
his farm, he will always love hitting the
road to judge cattle.
“My father graduated from Cornell
m 1959 and, from then on, worked dif
ferent jobs. Dad won his college judg
ing contest when he was at Cornell,
and 20 years later I won mine at Alfred
State College. I judge all breeds and I
have all breeds, or a mixture, except
for Milking Shorthorn,” said Simpson.
Simpson’s goal is to leave a positive
legacy for his children.
“My children are going to be raised
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