Hay season is in full swing as Jason mows over 100 acres of alfalfa at peak efficiency. Meanwhile, Kayla reflects on life after caregiving and takes time to prioritize herself through horses and show calves. A day of farm operations mixed with personal healing as the family continues moving forward.

On the farm, you learn quickly that flexibility is survival. Today's vlog is a perfect example of how plans change at a moment's notice and how we pivot to make it work.

We were ready to keep the hay bailing rolling, but high moisture levels forced us to pump the brakes. Instead of pushing forwa...

Hay Season Starts Now - First Cut Alfalfa! 🌾🚜

It's officially here - hay season! Today we're documenting the beginning of our first cut alfalfa, and let me tell you, we're ready.

Why We Do This:

This channel has always been about sharing our farming journey authentically. As we continue to nav...

Coming Back to the Farm, Coming Back to Share 🤍

After a period of absence, I'm returning to share an update on my life, our farm, and what's been happening behind the scenes.

The Hard Truth:

My son, Keaton, passed away on April 18th. I've been navigating life and our farm business while grievi...

Taking a Step Back, Moving Forward with Faith 🤍

In today's episode, I'm addressing our period of absence and sharing what's been happening behind the scenes with our family.

The Hard Stuff:

We've been navigating a difficult diagnosis with Keaton. Radiation treatments happened in March, and hon...

Today's episode focuses on our current farm operations as we prepare fields for cattle feed and plan our future crop rotations.

We're spreading fertilizer on triticale using a fertilizer buggy - an efficient tool that allows for an even spread across the field. We're estimating the triticale wil...

A Real Family Update & Farm Work Continues 🤍🚜
Today's episode is a little different - we're getting real about what's been happening with Keaton and our family, while also showing you how life on the farm keeps moving forward.
Family Update:
We're facing some hard days as Keaton's tumor continues...

Barn Cameras, Calving Season & Real Talk 🐄📷🤍
Today's episode takes you through a real day on our farm - the good work, the hard moments, and everything in between.
Farm Operations:
We're installing a new camera system in the barn to monitor our livestock, and honestly, it's been a lifesaver. With...

Equipment Upgrades, Time Management & Family Moments 🚜🐄🤍
Today's episode is all about farm maintenance and efficiency - upgrading equipment to save time on daily chores, and sharing some personal victories along the way.

Mixer Wagon Upgrade:
We're upgrading our "Jaylor" mixer wagon that we purch...

We've got a new toy on the farm, and today we're putting it to work spreading manure! There's something so satisfying about watching new equipment do exactly what it's supposed to do.
Manure management is one of those jobs that's absolutely essential for keeping our pastures healthy and our cattl...

Bad, bad cows! Apparently, we had some adventurous cattle who decided not only to move themselves to different paddocks but also clear across the creek! You know, just because they felt like it.
Thank goodness they're pretty calm and spoiled, because as soon as they heard the mixer wagon fire up,...

In today's episode of The Chronicles of Kayla, we're keeping it casual - just chatting and catching up on a few things happening around the farm!
We brought home an additional 17 head of heifers and had to work them through the chutes. Since they're already up to date on their shots, all we neede...

In today’s Episode of The Chronicles of Kayla —- a winter weather advisory hit majority of the US at the end of Janaury 2026… we didn't get a half of what they'd originally planned for