The "cows field" is currently between tenancies. The sheep have gone, but the summer cows have yet to move in. We may get more sheep before spring turns to summer. Since this riverside pasture is the only grazing field visible from the back of our house, I presume that it is too wet for arable, and may be rented to someone who fattens stock before sending them to market. The choice of animals must depend on the predicted market price.