The Orange Cow Strikes Again… And It’s Costing Farmers Thousands

If you’ve spent any time on a working farm, you know it’s not the cows, pigs, or chickens causing the most damage—it’s usually the equipment. One farmer we work with even gave their skid steer a name: “The Orange Cow.” Why? Because it caused more destruction than any animal on the farm.

From busted bottom cords on trusses to bowed end walls in barns, we’ve seen it all—machines running with the bucket too high, ramming into structures not built to take that kind of abuse.

And here’s what most folks don’t know…

The bottom cord of your trusses? That’s not just some piece of lumber—it’s the backbone of your entire roof system. Once it’s cracked, crushed, or split, your building’s structural integrity starts to fail. And when one piece goes, the rest follows.

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The problem?

Most people don’t even know it’s happening—until it’s too late.

The solution?

Get it looked at before it turns into a $20,000 repair job—or worse, a collapsed roof under the weight of snow or silage.

We can help.

If you've noticed any signs of damage, sagging, or just want peace of mind, give us a call. We’ll come take a look and help you figure out the next step. Whether it’s a small reinforcement or a full rebuild, we’ve got you covered.

If you wait until “after the busy season,” chances are the damage will get worse. And more expensive. Let’s catch it now while it’s still fixable—and affordable.