I’m 37 and know nothing of the Dairy industry. My line of work has been military aviation maintenance for the last 20 years. I have a very rare opportunity to learn the business in hopes of taking over a 1400 cow/800 acre operation in the future. Is this too daunting? I know it’s a massive lifestyle change. At this point in my life, would I be taking on too much? Is the learning curve too steep for a rookie?
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I’m not saying they won’t pay me while I learn, it just hasn’t been discussed. I make a solid living now and could continue on the same path in my industry after the military in six months when I retire. It’s just such a change, can someone learn the dairy business at 37 and be successful? I understand there’s no standard answer to that question.
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I get that too. Up early to milk in the morning then a bit of a break until the afternoon session. There’s a million more things to consider in between. Green chop, meds, feed mix and distribution, no days off really. I guess nothing ventured, nothing gained. Looking forward to input from those that milk. Thanks everybody.
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I'm not a dairy farmer, but I know a few and if there is one thing I know about them, they are married to their farms. Unless they make enough money to hire a REALLY good foreman, they miss more family events, hunting trips, vacations, weekends away, etc than anyone I know. Twice a day every day and it never stops. Your life will never be the same. Some people don't mind that fact and others can't last a month.
The opportunity to take over a family farm can be a giant blessing but unless you love it and it's in your blood, it might not be for you. In this day and age, there are a whole lot easier ways to make a living than farming. But if you love it and understand the sacrifices, it can be an enjoyable lifestyle. My 2 cents.
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