The Calf Count Reaches 18 as the Farm Watches for More New Arrivals

The farm’s growing calf population has reached an exciting milestone, with the current count now standing at 18 babies. Of those 18 calves, 15 belong to the farm while three belong to Rebecca. With several more mothers still waiting to calve, the number is expected to continue rising in the coming weeks.

The latest farm update was largely focused on making sure every calf was accounted for, checking on the mothers, and looking for early signs that another birth could be approaching. It was a busy morning filled with playful calves, curious cows, and plenty of counting.

Four Heifers Still Waiting

The morning began with the heifers, where there should be four calves. Four mothers in this group are still waiting to give birth, although their due dates are somewhat later. A couple of them are believed to be within roughly a three-week window, meaning the farm still has some time before expecting those new arrivals.

While checking the animals, however, one unexpected update came up involving Merida. According to the farm’s playful announcement, Merida had bred with Sugar Daddy, meaning her upcoming calf is not expected to have the red coloring that had been anticipated. The news was delivered humorously, adding a little personality to what was otherwise a routine morning count.

The focus quickly returned to the calves already on the ground.

Persephone, Priscilla, and Picasso

Persephone was enjoying what appeared to be bath time. Her mother was keeping her unusually clean, with the young calf looking like she had received plenty of attention from both her mother and the other animals nearby.

Priscilla, identified as calf number three, was resting after lying down. She was described as one of the most picturesque little calves on the farm, adding to the affection surrounding the growing group.

Then came Picasso, calf number four. Among the farm’s followers, Picasso appears to have developed quite a fan base and was jokingly described as a possible favorite of the year so far.

With the first group checked, the important conclusion was reached: all four babies in that area were accounted for.

There was also a brief moment of curiosity surrounding one of the mothers. Her udder appeared tight enough to raise the question of whether another calf could be on the way. After checking her due date, however, it turned out that she was still exactly one month away. The hope was that she would wait at least a couple more weeks before calving.

A Search Through the Next Pasture

The next stop was another pasture where the calf count was expected to reach number 17, with only one calf supposed to be located through the gate.

Interestingly, there were no calves immediately visible in that area. The group jokingly referred to it as the “Mother’s Day out” corner, suggesting that the mothers had essentially left their children elsewhere.

That meant the search had to continue toward the nursery.

Miss Patsy was soon spotted and became calf number five. She was described as an especially sweet calf who was comfortable being cuddled. Because the morning had been so busy, there were also plans to move her later in the day so she could join the other calves.

Two more calves were found in what was jokingly called the “time out corner.” They were Poopy Head and Pedal, bringing the running total to six and seven. Pedal was easy to identify because her identification tag was in the wrong ear.

The Nursery Is Full of Babies

The nursery provided the biggest gathering of calves. The count continued with Panini at number eight, followed by Pinky and Parton at numbers nine and ten. One of those calves, Parton, belongs to Rebecca.

Pretzel was number 11, while calves 13 and 14 also belonged to Rebecca. Pepper Jack was number 15, Pint was number 16, and Floppy Pocket took the number 17 spot.

Of course, reaching number 17 did not mean the search was finished. The final calf was still missing.

The hunt for number 18 eventually led back to a calf resting with her mother. There was Miss Pippy, completing the count and confirming that every one of the 18 calves had been located.

The update emphasized that all 18 babies are being watched, cared for, and loved, while the various “babysitters” remain busy looking after the young animals. Some of the mothers are also getting a little time away from their calves, creating what was described as a very cute little village on the farm.

More Mothers Still Waiting to Calve

Even after confirming that all 18 calves were safely accounted for, the morning check was not finished. Another pasture needed to be inspected to make sure there were no brand-new arrivals hiding out of sight.

The farm still has several mothers that need to calve before Thanksgiving, so the current count is far from the final number. Miss Patsy was found relaxing as the only calf in one pasture, while the surrounding mothers continued to wait for their own turn.

The mothers themselves were also receiving attention. One particularly large cow caught the eye during the inspection. After checking her identification, she was confirmed as E86B. Like several of the other mothers, she seemed to be taking a break and enjoying some time away from her calf.

The warm weather was another consideration, with many of the cows simply trying to stay cool while waiting for cooler conditions to arrive.

Watching Closely for Signs of Calving

The final part of the morning involved checking several mothers for possible signs of calving, including mucus or other changes that might indicate an approaching birth.

One particularly important cow was F O A C, described as one of the farm’s favorite animals and one of its matriarchs. Although she is only eight years old, many of her daughters have been kept on the farm because they have become excellent producers. That family history gives her a special place within the herd.

Despite being checked carefully, there were no obvious signs that she was about to calve. There was also no clear indication of her udder beginning to fill in preparation for birth. She appeared more interested in enjoying some solitude than preparing for a new arrival.

A couple of other mothers, including animals belonging to Rebecca, are due soon and will be monitored closely.

The Calf Count Is 18—For Now

By the end of the morning, the farm could confidently report a calf count of 18. Every baby had been found, and the animals were all being monitored and cared for.

But the number is expected to change soon. With more mothers still waiting to calve, there could be several new additions within the next few weeks. The farm team will continue checking the herd, watching for signs of calving, and making sure both the mothers and their young are doing well.

For now, the nursery is full of personality, from playful youngsters like Picasso and Persephone to the many calves gathering together under the watchful care of their mothers and human caretakers.

With the current total at 18 and more births on the horizon, the farm’s growing calf village is becoming an increasingly lively part of daily life. The next new arrival could be just around the corner, and everyone will be watching closely for the next update.