Hauling water to cows: When water is not everywhere

When drought hits, water failing to fall from the sky is not the only place water is missing. Dugouts, ponds and creeks are already low and dry up quickly as hot days persist. When forage remains in the pastures, the need to haul water may exist to keep cattle grazing.

Water Hauling Systems

Setting up a water hauling system includes more than just finding a trailer to haul with and setting up a trough in the middle of the pasture. Additionally, one must also consider volume and access needed to supply the animals with enough water 24 hours a day.

Supplies Needed

• Water tank – 8 foot or 10 foot minimum or multiple tanks to pump water into.

• Trailer and portable water tank.

• Transfer pump and hoses…

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