A CALF was born to a round of applause at a market in Cornwall in April.
The Farmyard Market, which is based a Tresemple Farm in Truro, is held every Saturday from 9am until 1pm. The market, which began on April 6 2024, features local farmers, producers, artisans and makers.
Rhys Morris, of Tresemple Farm, was on hand to help a cow who had decided to give birth at the second market on April 13. It was the first assist of the year but luckily Rhys and his wife Lois were on hand to help - and a lovely calf was born.
"During our second market, our first assist of the year happened," he said.
"Fortunately both my wife and I were on hand to help and we successfully calved her to an audience and a round of applause.
"We have also been very lucky to have our first red Angus born on farm this year although this time there was no need for assistance! Fortunately virtually none of our calving need assistance but it must be said that having an audience during the calving did add a little extra spice to the proceedings! However both my wife and I are comfortable around calving cows so it went off without a hitch."
The Farmyard Market sells a variety of produce, from organic beef to bakery items, and cut flowers to homewares.
Sophie Smith, from The Farmyard Market, added: "It was utterly exhilarating to have a calf born during the market. The barn in which the calf was born is in full view of the market, so this afforded everyone there as much (or as little) a view as they fancied.
"There was a round of applause that went around after the delivery, which was wonderfully heart warming, and also showed the positive impact that the experience had on those lucky enough to witness it. That was promptly followed a while later by the birth of a lamb in another adjoining market - exciting is an absolute understatement!
"We do have several plans for the market going forward. We’re looking to add as much of an educational element as we can that brings real focus to the benefits of regenerative agriculture, sustainable production and supporting local farmers, producers and makers. Expect demonstrations, walks, talks and so much more."
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