Today started with farmers feeding the animals. We had recently taken the step of purchasing our own crusher and press (rather than using rented equipment) so that we could do small and experimental batches as often as we like. We now had the opportunity to go to a friend's place and crush their apples. They have an apple tree, and since apples largely ripen together, as with most crops, they have a sudden surplus. This is where cider comes in.
Having done the crushing and pressing, which went well, we gathered the (roughly) three gallons and brought them home. The animals were hungry, but the sheep were glad not only to get more hay in their feeders, but also pomace from the crushing. So far there are no signs of bloating or other trouble.
After the sun had gone down, there was a plaintive, repeated bleating. On inspection we found a lamb who had stuck her head through the mesh fencing. We rescued her in good time, but it's clear that as soon as we can get proper permanent fences up, we must do so.
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