I'm glad you survived with minimal damage. Sending prayers your way. I know around here nebraska usa) corn that has been knocked down guys have went in with a mower and windowed it so the chopper could pick up the windows. Thanks for sharing.
Just out of Paeroa and we had 100 mm of rain and incredibly strong wind on Monday night. Most of the cows are dry as we start calving in 2 weeks. Still milking 125 and we had herdtest on Mon pm/Tue am!! Always seems to be a storm when we herdtest lately but this was by far the biggest.
You were very lucky the maize that's leaning should be OK if the harvester is able to go the opposite way to the lean. I feel for the farmers hit by the storm too.
We had 230ml in Waihi i think half blew over the top of the guage, was crazy wind about 10pm from SW , tanker turned up in the middle of it, A few trees, a few slips, and a few fences washed out but nothing like the East Coast and Hawkes Bay Hopefully they can recover
That was a big night that night, I was on days so missed the worse of it, I had a load of milk to take to Edgecumbe that day and the wind was blowing pretty hard over in the east, I got back to T.A before the worst came. The lead drivers in the T.A depot made the call around 1am to recall all the trucks as it was getting too dangerous, trees and lines were down in a lot of places, I believe we had 3 trucks the drivers had to abandon due to roads blocked and recovered in the morning.
Waikato actually escaped major damage, we had strong SW winds and about 70mm of rain overall in nearby Ngahinapouri. Treasury estimating $20 billion NZD costs, I reckon the severity of the damage on the East Coast could double that, similar costs to the Christchurch earthquake events of 2010/2011.
Glad you didn’t get a lot of damage. I am in Florida in The US… prone to hurricanes. Always such a worry when we are in the path. Even more concerning when it’s after such damage as the flooding you had.
Glad you got away without too much damage. Check out PEI and Nova Scotia damage from hurricane Fiona. Terrible crop and building damage and quite an ordeal to harvest.
First of all condolences to all the people effected badly by the effects of the bad weather, sadly it's a part of life on this planet for a lot of people. Acting on a good plan is the only thing that can keep people safe. That also includes the climate debate. And no, eliminating farming is not a good plan, so don't even get me started on how bad that would be.
Hi Andrew glad to you and the family are safe and I hope the in-laws are OK. You definitely dodge the worst of it. Considering the damage the whole east coast of the north island got. My thoughts go out to them . Got 68 mms in the part of canterbury I live
To Andrew l think you are lucky where you Situated in the area you live in New Zealand tho . But nobody would want that too happen any where in the World tho . I can’t believe how much damage it’s caused tho . Thanks for Sharing your Video god bless take care and Stay Safe Kiwi Shayne in the UK
We had no power for two days which was a pain had to strip out a couple litres of milk out of 200 cows after not milking them for 1 day then luckily it came back on before 6 pm on the second day with no power
Cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere rotate clockwise. Typhoons and Hurricanes (Northern Hemisphere) rotate counterclockwise. As well as the horticultural, vegetable growing, maize cropping, farmland etc the forests have taken a hammering in places. (e.g Lake Rotoaira Forest)
@@alanb9337 so I’m right in saying that back to the wind the low is on the right… in the northern hemisphere it would be on the left….Coriolis effect ?
Got behind on my video watching and hope you check my post on your last video. Rolling the cover back should also prevent molding. Where do you secure all of you cows when bad weather is worse is expected? Happy the Chiefs won, Thank you for the report and happy damage is not worse Andrew
I noticed during your summer months your heard doesn't have a lot of fly coverage. Obviously this video is because of rain and wind but generally I don't see it. American cattle always seemed to be smothered with the buggers all summer long. I know AUS flies follow you anywhere near the bush. Is NZ different?
Generally it’s not to bad, not enough to really worry about but sometimes you do see them bunched up in the afternoon which will be from the flys. They’re not the real bad ones you get that bite
With the way the Canadian dairy industry is government controlled, our farmers ROUTINELY spill milk down the drain or out on the manure pile. Makes me sick.
@@TheOnceADayFarmer thanks it's been a good 10 years since we lost power for that long, luckily only damage on farm was a few trees fell over onto fences, and a couple of culverts partly washed out, other locals are worse off
It would be really good to see you in person. Great vlog again.
Hi Andrew my pump was knocking like that it was the diafram wasn't lined up properly 👍
Glad you were not badly flooded my heart goes out to those that were badly effected.
Enjoyed 👌
I'm glad you survived with minimal damage. Sending prayers your way. I know around here nebraska usa) corn that has been knocked down guys have went in with a mower and windowed it so the chopper could pick up the windows. Thanks for sharing.
I live up in northland whangarie and lucky we got mainly wind and showers but hope u guys down south of us is doing alright
Just out of Paeroa and we had 100 mm of rain and incredibly strong wind on Monday night. Most of the cows are dry as we start calving in 2 weeks. Still milking 125 and we had herdtest on Mon pm/Tue am!!
Always seems to be a storm when we herdtest lately but this was by far the biggest.
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Glad you're doing ok, all things considered.
Always enjoy your videos. Glad to see your corn withstood the wind.
You were very lucky the maize that's leaning should be OK if the harvester is able to go the opposite way to the lean.
I feel for the farmers hit by the storm too.
Yeah should be sweet as, barely anything compared to some
We had 230ml in Waihi i think half blew over the top of the guage, was crazy wind about 10pm from SW , tanker turned up in the middle of it,
A few trees, a few slips, and a few fences washed out but nothing like the East Coast and Hawkes Bay Hopefully they can recover
geez thats a serious amount of rain!
I hope they can to, the images coming out of there are heart breaking
That was a big night that night, I was on days so missed the worse of it, I had a load of milk to take to Edgecumbe that day and the wind was blowing pretty hard over in the east, I got back to T.A before the worst came. The lead drivers in the T.A depot made the call around 1am to recall all the trucks as it was getting too dangerous, trees and lines were down in a lot of places, I believe we had 3 trucks the drivers had to abandon due to roads blocked and recovered in the morning.
Waikato actually escaped major damage, we had strong SW winds and about 70mm of rain overall in nearby Ngahinapouri. Treasury estimating $20 billion NZD costs, I reckon the severity of the damage on the East Coast could double that, similar costs to the Christchurch earthquake events of 2010/2011.
The photos and stories coming from the coast are truly heartbreaking, definitely feeling for them
Stay safe Andrew and family .
thanks for the video...keep up the great work....
Glad you didn’t get a lot of damage. I am in Florida in The US… prone to hurricanes. Always such a worry when we are in the path. Even more concerning when it’s after such damage as the flooding you had.
You guys can get it really bad over there! Your weather extremes are unreal
Glad you got away without too much damage. Check out PEI and Nova Scotia damage from hurricane Fiona. Terrible crop and building damage and quite an ordeal to harvest.
You should throw some xy12 on your pit walls 😅
All done 👌
Glad you didn't have much damage.
Go Chiefs!! (From a Kansas fan) :)
I want to come out there and work on a diary farm.
First of all condolences to all the people effected badly by the effects of the bad weather, sadly it's a part of life on this planet for a lot of people. Acting on a good plan is the only thing that can keep people safe. That also includes the climate debate. And no, eliminating farming is not a good plan, so don't even get me started on how bad that would be.
Yes what about thoses Cheifs!! I live in Lawrence Kansas so proud of them!!
Hi I like your video
Hi Andrew glad to you and the family are safe and I hope the in-laws are OK. You definitely dodge the worst of it. Considering the damage the whole east coast of the north island got. My thoughts go out to them . Got 68 mms in the part of canterbury I live
Same here mate, geez it looks bad over on the coast!
@@TheOnceADayFarmer I know right really scary and is talk of possibly another cyclone forming next week fingers crossed that doesn't happen
To Andrew l think you are lucky where you Situated in the area you live in New Zealand tho . But nobody would want that too happen any where in the World tho . I can’t believe how much damage it’s caused tho . Thanks for Sharing your Video god bless take care and Stay Safe Kiwi Shayne in the UK
The images coming from the bay are gut wrenching, I really hope they can recover. Might take a few years tho
glad you survived all the wind and rain! and then an earthquake to top is off jeesh 😮
They had an earthquake as well?
👀🙄🐾👍Yeah the poor buggers on the east coast have really coped a hiding from the storm
We had no power for two days which was a pain had to strip out a couple litres of milk out of 200 cows after not milking them for 1 day then luckily it came back on before 6 pm on the second day with no power
Far out! Man that's dedication well done! Seriously feel for you guys
I dont put the plastic back over the face of the maize but my face is 3 meters high by 20 wide so basically impractical
Can you put some cobs in your freezer? X interesting video once a gain x
We have 60mls in mangatawhiri Waikato, and cows are miking good
almost feel pretty guilty we got through it unscathed aye
I think I’m right in saying, that in the southern hemisphere, with your back to the wind the low pressure is on your right…
Cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere rotate clockwise. Typhoons and Hurricanes (Northern Hemisphere) rotate counterclockwise. As well as the horticultural, vegetable growing, maize cropping, farmland etc the forests have taken a hammering in places. (e.g Lake Rotoaira Forest)
@@alanb9337 so I’m right in saying that back to the wind the low is on the right… in the northern hemisphere it would be on the left….Coriolis effect ?
Got behind on my video watching and hope you check my post on your last video. Rolling the cover back should also prevent molding. Where do you secure all of you cows when bad weather is worse is expected? Happy the Chiefs won, Thank you for the report and happy damage is not worse Andrew
Just try and put them in a sheltered paddock, haven’t got anywhere concrete as such for them
I noticed during your summer months your heard doesn't have a lot of fly coverage. Obviously this video is because of rain and wind but generally I don't see it. American cattle always seemed to be smothered with the buggers all summer long. I know AUS flies follow you anywhere near the bush. Is NZ different?
Generally it’s not to bad, not enough to really worry about but sometimes you do see them bunched up in the afternoon which will be from the flys. They’re not the real bad ones you get that bite
@@TheOnceADayFarmer TY, Cheers
Where is your family in the UK?
If u burn out the horns when they r calves how come u still have some with horns is that a way to identify them
Good question, and im not to sure, they are older cows and I think its when dad used to use paste maybe
Do you have a backup generator for milking? Just asking in case of power loss
No I don't, Never needed one before so haven't got one
Did u ever cross usa and nz jersey thanks
Did you ever consider putting in ACRs?
When I extend the pit I will, at the moment I dont really need them to be honest, its small and works all right
You won't know yourself when you put in ACRs they take the pressure off milking. Great videos.
Hows your rats and puks going?
Rat population took a massive hit once I started baiting continually, Theres heaps of puks around tho
With the way the Canadian dairy industry is government controlled, our farmers ROUTINELY spill milk down the drain or out on the manure pile. Makes me sick.
We got hit hard lost power for 4 days, had to dump our milk
I really feel for you guys that sucks! hopefully you won't be hit that hard again for a long time
@@TheOnceADayFarmer thanks it's been a good 10 years since we lost power for that long, luckily only damage on farm was a few trees fell over onto fences, and a couple of culverts partly washed out, other locals are worse off
So glad to see you came through it all okay; I was wondering. How did your in-laws do If I remember rightly they are over on the east coast?
Hey mate what farm management app
I use MINDA but that’s about it 👍
@@TheOnceADayFarmer thanks mate