If everyone reads this please pray for my friend Sharon. She's going through a rough time at the moment. She's gone through so much pain all her life. Please pray that God will turn her life around for the better and she will be filled with his love and happiness. She's a kind lady and I just want her to be okay and at peace. Thank you so much to everyone who prays for her. I really appreciate it 🙏❤️

@JamesMcGill-kr2qk

10 ай бұрын

Ok praying now for Sharon.

@joecamel6196

10 ай бұрын

Prayers of good health, peace & prosperity for Sharon :.

@ysoldeclaireduffy7344

10 ай бұрын

🙏🙏🤲🤲prayers for your friend

@lauramonsue

10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for praying for her ❤️

@annsaenz291

10 ай бұрын

Praying for your friend Sharon 🙏 ❤️

Not mistakes, just grass cutting with a bunch of horsies. Smile, laugh, have fun, pour aquart of water on yourself to cool off. Whistle sing, hum, giggle, be light, horsie boys will be lighter also. Remember horse geometry, just patterns in a grass field. You gonna make me come show you how. You are wonderful. You are wonderful…

I've heard of people with pony studs doing this. And I'm glad to hear you saving him. If I had horses I would be interested. He's lovely and so well behaved!

Bree almost looks like she's roaning out. Maybe she's just losing her baby coat. All your horses love you. Look how they gather round 🤗. This is our human. She brushes us and gives us kisses. 💛

Jim considering the low number of horses in the Suffolk breed today you are absolutely doing the right thing. There are breed registries here in US and in England, probably other countries w/ Suffolk breed. This is very good of you to go through w/ this effort. After the semen is collected and stored gelding Baron would meet all your requirements as you said. Loving horses all my life, I do not currently own any. In the big picture you care about the breed and you are doing the right thing. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and plans. 🐴🐴🐴

The term is "entire" in the horse world. Jim has had the stallion experience and needs peace on the farm. Baron will be more reliable, and actually spread more foals about than he ever could physically.

Bree is almost the same height as the colts ,it's crazy how fast they grow compared to humans and other species, but I know she's gonna be just as beautiful and wonderful as her momma

Jim, Brenda, so nice to see you guys again. Jim, the plan for Baron sounds great, you really though everything out & I know you know what you are doing to keep Baron's breed going. Great Video, Brenda you do great work...High to everyone there, and to all the horses...Jim, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Farmgirl here. Metal wheels give you a tract to follow look down some, keep inside on past loop/last metallic ground wheel loop. After a couple loops you will see last metal tracks , you will see it. You are terrific and will make your own patterns, almost geometry, seriously. Like sewing in the ditch. Easy

The plan for Baron sounds well thought out and will help preserve the breed. You and Brenda do such great work.

Great for Baron and great for us that we’ll see more of his sweet face watching over the barn from his window

As stunning as the Belgians are, working together, the Suffolks will undoubtedly be one the best looking teams out there. As far as Baron’s future, it is possible to store more straws of semen to inseminate more mares, than Baron would ever service by being a working stallion.

Understand you wanting to castrate because of your situation. Glad you are doing the ai straws, this breed has been on watch for a long time. Hes a beautiful horse and stepped right up when you needed him to with the passing of the other percheron. He is smart and it would be a shame to lose the genes but you arent going too which is good. I hope your vet takes real good care of him when he has his surgery and the vets at the ai facility take real good care of him. Love your videos❤❤❤❤

You're making the right decision with Barron.

Baron is a prime example of a Suffolk Punch. It's good to know that his genetics will still be available for breeding into the future.

I am so happy to hear that you have a plan to pass on Baron's genetics and help preserve the Suffolk breed, he is certainly beautiful example that needs to preserved, He is turning into a great horse under your training and it would have been a shame not to pass that on. Thanks for giving that such thoughtful consideration, Barry from Pa

Why not get an ultrasound done on Lady to know for sure. Also for the previous comment about unmatched teams Buck was the other half of the Percheron team, but he died of colic earlier this year. It's not always possible for Jim to have a matched team now. The Suffolks aren't fully trained and mature to be a team yet. And Lady is just now recently been able to work again after foaling. I also can see why he wants to castrate Baron, but with modern technology Baron's off-spring will live on. 🐎

I so understand getting older and no longer wanting to deal with the stress of it--what ever that is. Really enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing.

Always great to see the hay coming in! I I can smell it! So glad you can get some help and Brenda you always surprise me with your filming! I just loved seeing the farm wake up! The whole time you've had Barron as a stallion I've been wracking my brain on how you will keep him from Lady and now to your filly! Sounds like a great decision!

We live in a new generation. Thinking outside the box is a good thing! Good luck! 💕

Glad you have decided to go down this route with Baron. He is a nice example and it could open the possibility of people with mares further afield having a foal from Baron also. 👍

When Jim handed off to William, Baron looked around as if to say "I didn't hear Careful Step."

@johnkomosa4089

10 ай бұрын

Ah ha.😄

I do agree with the breed preservation of the Suffolk horses and diversity would be good! Glad you consider that route when you really want to castrate Baron and it's a good investment and safety for all of you, both the stallion owner AND the mare owners. Baron would make a great gelding as well and a great team for your horses!

Happy ro hear there will always be baby Baron's on our future. He is such a magnificient horse. I would think there would be many horse owners who would like a straw of his semin. Good idea. WOW is Bree getting bigger! Almost can't believe how fast she is growing.

I agree with your decision. We found out the hard way. You need to be set up to have a stallion. Thanks for your expertise.

I want to ride a big horse and smell the aroma of cut grass beneath a blue sky. Is this called a paradise?

Great video, nice to see the horses enjoying some shade in the woodland. Good choice regarding Baron, having a stallion on any farm totally changes the dynamics of things. I'm sure Ken and Bill will especially appreciate it

Very smart! He's a beautiful stallion and the Suffolk Punch breed can still go on.

The boys, geldings, are beautiful

... you always do it Brenda .. the videography skill and how you encompass landscape is big league art and us humble viewers truly enjoyed your hard work,, and hard working Jimbo is a magnificent partner to your unbelievable vision... thank you all for sharing !!!!

@johnking8679

10 ай бұрын

Yuuup - you're quite the professional on the camera, Brenda - the way you encompass the landscape with the horses etc.

Thanks for the video. Wishing everyone all the very best.

Jim you should be aware that when a stud is castrated after he has matured and been used for breeding he will retain some of his stud like qualities. Its he fact those are learned and castrating him late will NOT remove all the stud like characteristis, I have seen it many times why studs are usually castrated at a young age.

Great plan for Baron and I hope Lady is with foal. It was great to see Lady & Bill working today. Thanks

Such a skilled photographer/filmmaker you have become, Brenda🏆

I'm curious, does Baron have the Stallion attitude sometimes where he will just dig his heels in the ground and won't do what you ask? We worried that Gilly, the horse you found for us would have that personality but he actually is the more calmer one of the two. It surprised us. P.S. if your far enough in the south, come stop by and see how amazing the boys look and act. I can't thank you enough for finding them for us. ❤

What a smart move to keep some of Baron's heritage.

I liked the fact that you had a stallion, please reconsider, he is such a nice stallion!

@louisecassidy5991

10 ай бұрын

Not practical, I am not at all surprised. His horse pulls will benefit, Baron will be superb next year. The competitions seem important and he did not have the top team this year, mostly he wins.

That is a great idea Jim. I am sure that there well be interest in breeding to Barron, he seems to be fine working horse. I'm sure there will be other Suffolk owners that would be interested in him. And buy doing AI you don't have to haul a mare a 1000 miles to get to the stud.

We love your lessons on working with the big boys Jim. We are looking forward to buying your 2024 calendars. We have decided to give one away with each of our Cocker Spaniel puppies that we sell. We came up with the idea after everybody saw our Working Horses with Jim calendars and asked where we bought it. We grew up with working horses. Keep up the good work folks.

Watching the team of you wonderful two with the beautiful horse team is very special. Thank you so much for caring and sharing.

I think it's a great plan you have for Baron. Thank you for the video. As always, so good to see what you are doing

We have a stallion here and I’ve considered having him collected and stored, but in my situation that isn’t practical l, so we breed to a few mares here and there. I think you have made the best decision and I applaud your commitment to the Suffolk breed.

A good plan for Baron and future offspring possible!

Bree is shedding out to a lovely chestnut more along with Baron's chestnut. Also I never got my hat from guessing Bree's birth.

Thanks for the video, it is interesting learning from this video. I wonder if it is benifcial having storage at 2 facilities in case one has a freeze failure. Like preserving data at 2 sights for redundant safety, loss prevention, I suppose cost would dictate that. Keep up the good works. Nice format. Beutiful side table, nice workmanship. Liv'n and Lov'n

@WorkingHorsesWithJim

10 ай бұрын

We probably will just have storage at one place

Great video ! It takes extra energy to have a stallion i understand Jim.

I was taken back with the news off Barron... I was looking forward to him growing into a beautiful stallion... However, you're the one with the expertise, and have to do what's best for your working team... I do understand ... and have wondered about a stallion at a horse pull... Sad news for me... but you know what's best in your situation... Love the way you take care of your horses... you set a great example to all...! Blessings to all

Another great video and very interesting. Love the news about Baron...you're doing the right thing!!! He's not only such a beauty, but he's strong and smart. Brenda, good job as always with the video!!!

What a lovely way to cut hay thanks.

Lady reminds me of one of my Grandfathers horses. Nelly was so gentle and well behaved us kids could drive her or get on her back. Than take her bridal off and let her loose in the pasture she thought she was a wild horse. LOL She would run when someone went to get her, she would hide if there was woods or a wagon or a bush handy. 🐎

What a great idea. Jim knows what is best for his horses and his farm. Baron from watching videos has already fathered several "kids" Now that you are going to do what you are with his semen he will be able to father more colts/fillies. Cant wait to see Baron next summer at a horse pull if and when he is ready for the next step. Ms.Bree is getting so big.

I think that's great news for beautiful Baron!!!! He is an exceptional stud and I feel there will be plenty people now and in the future with Suffolk mares who want them bred to a great registered Suffolk stallion. I'm so happy you have a little filly from him now and, hopefully, Lady is in foal again with one of his babies!😘 It would be so good having a brother or sister for Bree so they could become a good team in a few years! Go Baron!!!!!🤗

@onepup-pr3yl

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, go Baron get your nuts chopped off and end up broken down and on a kill truck going down to Mexico after Jim has finished with you and you will still be making him money long after your gone!

@chips4974

10 ай бұрын

One pup . All Jim's horses are buried out in his rocky pasture .No broken down horses going to Mexico . You should know what your saying before you say it .😊😊

Wow, Bree has grown up and her face looks like Barron, and Lady looked out me she wanted to stay out to pasture a bit longer❤

My first thought was "oh,no!!!" But as you explained it more, I think it's good all around. From what I see on the videos, Baron is pretty mellow. But, stallions can be unpredictable. You guys do such a good job of managing all your horses! I wish I had a mare to breed with him!! 😉

Great decision Jim, you can see how well he's developed, you have offspring , at your place in life I would not want to establish a breeding facility either. People may not understand you are operating from your many years of experience! Acknowledge nothing about Baron is cast in stone but this is an excellent direction for you to follow!

Brenda , I tell ya what ...YOU gonna be a dang film director when you grow up...

Baron is a great horse and I'm sure you'll have lots of interest! Be sure to tell the community when his foot and potential kidney issue (leg swelling) is figured out because that may make some wary of making him their stud.

@onepup-pr3yl

10 ай бұрын

That should actually be addressed before Jim even considers entering into a commercial breeding venture, there are some unscrupulous breeders out there who just want to cash in on an opportunity rather than do what is actually best for the breed and companies who are willing to facilitate the process.

What a good idea! A friend here in Australia has a performance stallion, has collected semen and selling it far and wide, but not castrated the horse. I agree that with any stallion you cannot drop your guard for a moment, no matter how quiet they seem. The horse pulls are obviously an important sideline, and I reckon Jim is anticipating some great pulling with Baron. He'll be steadier as a gelding. Thoroughly modern Jim! Who would have thought it? Greetings from Australia.

As a farmer- though not with horses, I think you are doing the right thing. Either that or sell him as a stud, and you have spent so much time training him that would be too bad- just hope that foot thing turns out okay.

At least he will have some off spring!

Your plan with Baron is really well thought out. I also really enjoyed Brenda's videography at the start of the episode. It was like watching an indie film with the quiet landscapes.

Lady with her mama hips.( when leaving the wooded area )

@territn8871

10 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing!😘 She's a beautiful Belgian mare isn't she!! And she birthed a beautiful filly!! I love her❤

I think you made a good decision with baron, he’s a wonderful horse.

You are a great planner, and know what is beneficial to your farm. Blessings

Always enjoy your videos. Its nice to see these big horses working as they are meant to do. As for Baron, you have to do what you think is best. Glad there is a way to extract and save the semen. Brenda, you do a great job with the videoing. You must walk miles to do all that!

Your probably making the right decision with baron. For me i would sooner see lady bred with a belgian stallion but thats just me. As aways you guys do great work.

Earl coming up making sure you don’t hurt the baby

I had an old mower I sold to a neighbor to put in his flower bed. He completely rebuilt and painted it every time I went past it I wished I had it back.

@johnking8679

10 ай бұрын

That happens, unfortunately !!

That’s a marvellous idea to have some of Barons semen stored for future use, he has certainly proved himself with Lady, Bree is a stunning young filly and to be able to breed Lady again must be very reassuring. I love your farm it’s got good grass and lovely woods and cover for your animals. I don’t like those farms that are all pristine with nothing but acres of rather boring grass and dirt. Another great video thanks for sharing it

Keep a few pecan halves for horse treats in your pocket. Whenever you see Baron, ask him if he would like to have some nuts.

Our days are getting shorter on both ends. Looks like Jim is encountering the same. Glad you have some help on haying. Had to think a bit about your proposals for Baron. The conditions in this country are deteriorating. I don't believe a company, however well meaning, can guarantee they will be in business twenty years from now or even capably maintain in power shortages, storms, personal health, etc. So, I'd consider storing some semen and keeping Baron intact for at least another year and see how things are going.

@1striperon

10 ай бұрын

I agree. Even good companies have downsides. All companies with heavy reliance on energy for cooling and/or heating face an uncertain outlook. Yes, store Baron’s semen, but the hurry to visit such a final surgical procedure on him seems so premature.

@tedturner5881

10 ай бұрын

you can always store the semen at two locations, the old saying, don't put all your eggs in one basket , this is the male version!!!!!

KEEP THE BLOOD LINE GOING!!!.GOOD IDEA 💡 👌 😎.

What's the matter . Mr Jim your a good worker . ..just take a minute . To look at other ideals farming equip upgrade ok

Not mad at Barron getting… because he always has his head in that window and harassing the ladies on the farm. I saw him. Great ideas guys!

great news and great idea with Baron. Can't wait to see him at a horse pull sometime!

I love this channel so much! I have always loved pulling horses, and watching working horses. I've never had the chance to learn how to drive a team (or even a single horse) myself, but it's been a dream of mine. I hate that the pulling world is slowly dying. Makes me want to learn and get a team of my own one day. Ever considered giving lessons Jim?! lol Keep up the great work!

@louisecassidy5991

10 ай бұрын

Jim gives lessons every other day! Also has had the occasional visitor come for knowledge, and goes out to watch and assist when called upon. He's way too busy to run a school!

@SamIAm1987

10 ай бұрын

I know he's extremely busy. I was joking about the lessons. That's why I put the "lol" I have lots of people around me that I could learn from. I actually board my horse at a barn that has people who do pulling. I love watching his videos as I always learn a lot!

Hi Jim and Brenda, I know nothing about how to look after horses, but I am interested in heavy horses in the UK. The Suffolk Punch Trust in the UK has a semen storage facility that allows this rare breed of horses to continue. And the Rare Breeds Survival Trust are also involved in the survival of the breed also here in the UK. It might be useful if you have time, to reach out to them as they may have an interest in obtaining some semen straws from Baron. Great channel, thank you. David

@HensOnly

10 ай бұрын

Not sure of the requirements for the Trust....do they have to be registered or ?

@alisasmith8995

10 ай бұрын

I was wondering if Jim and Brenda had reached out to other Suffolk preservationists as well.

@territn8871

10 ай бұрын

​@@HensOnlyBaron is registered!

@RobertPhilpott-vr6wd

10 ай бұрын

From memory I believe the Suffolk punch society doesn't recognise alot of American blood lines and have added to the limitations of the pool left

@hemiola07

10 ай бұрын

The problem is, from what I have heard, that the British Suffolk breeders do not accept and desire American Suffolk blood, inasmuch as they do not desire American Shire blood. As ridiculous as it may seem to some people, there are differences between American and British draft lines, inasmuch as there are HUGE differences between PRE Andalusians (pure Spanish blood) and just “Andalusians.” The PRE studbook of Spain was actually founded in response to people around the world breeding “Andalusians” which did not look at all like Andalusians (e.g. too big, too long legs) and sneaking in foreign blood; PRE stands for Pura Raza Española, or Pure Spanish Horse, and in order to qualify for this title and registration in Spain, the horse must undergo rigorous DNA testing and not have ONE drop of foreign blood in them. It’s not an easy process, and I am fully aware of this because I am a nationally published equestrian photographer/equestrian welfare advocate who has worked extensively with PREs and Baroque breeds. PREs tend to be smaller, stocker, and more Baroque-looking than non-PRE “Andalusians.” I suspect that the issues between the British and American Suffolk lines are similar ….

Lovly hay day , Sounds good . Good luck with this . Saw some pritty sufolks in england on snother channel . I recognize them because of what you two have shared , and tsught us . Thankyou for the vid

Great plan.....

smart move

Great choice a lot less headache and stress.

my son uses artificial breeding for his pacers . There will probably be a demand for Barons . My son was trained at the artificial breeding collection program down in Ithaca when he was an artificial breeder for a well known company .

I had a super nice, Gentle Gypsy Vanner stallion that I bred to my own mares and also a lot of outside mares, for several years. It was a great Experience and we produced spectacular babies, But it was SO much work! I think castrating Baron and freezing semen is a great idea!

Beautiful video and seemingly a wise decision with regards to Baron. I’m wondering what changes we will see in Baron after his surgery? Thanks, as always, for your dedication.

Isn't there a Suffolk association you can contact to see if there are any members in your area looking for a stallion? We've learned that different breed associations can provide a wealth of information.

I understand not wanting to have a stallion on the farm. That can be a huge risk. Gelding Barron will make him a better draft horse. I'm glad you're going to freeze some of his seamon for others to purchase. I understand the Suffak Punch horse is a rare breed in the USA.

Ken is limping,,maybe the evener hit him good in the leg at the mishap pull,,God bless..

Also- that is a great idea to have him drawn. I laugh every time I see or hear the media talking about AI as though they invented the term. They have no idea farmers have been talking AI for 75 years!

@suzanneyoung8011

10 ай бұрын

Yes, but the media is talking about Artificial Intelligence and not the other AI in the farming world. 😅

That is a pretty standard path for dairy cattle also.

I guess I always thought it was a large decision to keep a stud horse around. you sure have been good at training him but he'll be a better working horse for Jim

There's a lot of green in it, at least it's not for milks cows! Do you have a welder, you could weld some bars on the mower wheels! Nice! got Lady & Bill back together! So, does Duke & Earl kind of protect Bree? It's your horse, your choice! Sounds good, they do it for cows! I understand about having a Stallion being out somewhere, things can go wrong in a hurry!

Thanks for sharing

Wise! Good move.

I agree with your thinking on Barron.

Good job guys

talking about having a outstanding hard working horse after and he settles down

Smart decision, Jim

Great idea 💡 that would be a great thing for you guys !!

🤔your intuition tells the tale 👍👀

Great planning for the farm