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We are a small ranch in Fremont County, CO. A few weeks ago, we lost 1 cow. Then we lost 3 in the morning of May 8th, 11 more at 4 pm, one right after the other, and 1 more at 7 pm. 16 head total. Half of our herd, 10 years in the making. 13 orphaned babies. 2 weren’t born yet. 1 beef steer, to feed our family. We are pouring feed (and money) into the ones still quarantined when they should be out to pasture. Impatiently, waiting for test results although we were told it is sulfate poisoning from our local vet. Now we just need to know where it came from, most likely the land that we have leased.
This is to help with the feed of the quarantined calves and the small amount that made it. I’m also being told that the tests are not cheap! If I don’t keep pushing, it will be swept under the rug! Already paid $600 in vet fees. Whats next?! Test are at state level, some went out of state to a bigger lab.
5/22 update -water tests came back clear. This is great for us that drink it, but now what’s next? Why did my cows die from sulfate poisoning?!
I’m also spreading the word! See link here!
6/3/25
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Kerri Higgs
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Coal Creek, CO