Will the births of the calves have an impact on milk supply available to cowshare owners?
Yes, they might; and you should keep this in mind as we approach the fall. During the final month of a cow’s pregnancy, she should be allowed to be “dry” (not being milked) because she is putting so much of her body’s resources into growing the calf. Also, after the birth, the calf will be nursing its mother until it is weaned. During the calving season, there may well be times when we cannot supply you with milk in the normal amounts or on the usual schedule. We will do our very best to supply you then; and ask your understanding and cooperation. In this first year of ownership of our cows, we did not have complete control over the schedule on which they were bred. In future years, however, we will schedule the breedings so that at least one cow is producing milk at all times, and any impact on supply for our cowshares will be minimized.
