During my second week here at the Stiles Farm I was taught the safety procedures of handling chemicals, specifically Sendero, which is used for killing problem mesquite trees. After learning the proper safety protocols, long sleeve, long pants, shoes and socks, gloves, and safety goggles, I helped AnMarie spray mesquites in the Sancho pasture. While checking the cows this week we found a new calf that has been born. 
The little bull calf is looking healthy and sticking by his mother and growing fast. Ryan and Bobby taught me how to drive the hay loader and feed hay to the different herds. Due to the rain this past week we were able to start working on some tractors and equipment that weren’t working. Overall this past week was rewarding and very informative, learning different types of mechanisms and safety while working with tractors and equipment.
-Georgina Macias Fall 2018 Intern