How Play Contributes to Farm Animals’ Health & Development
March 27, 2019Play helps domesticated animals learn about themselves and their environment while strengthening companionships. Play is a sign of a healthy animal.
Livestock Nutrition: The Basics of Vitamins & Minerals
March 18, 2019Here are essential facts about groups of nutrients that are crucial to the health of various livestock species on the farm.
Livestock Fencing: How to Plan and Invest for Your Farm
March 5, 2019Many fencing systems exist, and selection depends on animals, grazing management plans, long-term goals and budget. Learn which is right for you.
5 Tips to Ensure the Proper Feeding of Pigs
March 4, 2019Consider feeding them hay, planting certain types of trees that provide food when you pasture them, devising an effective water system and making your own feed.
African Swine Fever Is Ravaging Pigs in China; Are Yours at Risk?
March 4, 2019Not immediately, but there’s a chance the disease could spread to North America. In the meantime, here are biosecurity tips for your pigs.
Say “Cheese!” Here Are the Best Recent Livestock Photos From Readers
February 26, 2019This round of contenders, led by a very funny farm, includes a camelid closeup, cold sheep, active pigs and a dog cozying up to a goat.
How to Tell Whether Your Pig Is at Top Hog Weight
February 4, 2019If you’re new to raising pigs, it’s not always obvious when they’re at slaughter weight. Here’s a tape-measure trick can give you an idea of a pig’s weight.
How to Navigate a Livestock Auction
January 25, 2019Follow these guidelines on terminology, animals, preparation, bidding and other aspects of buying livestock at an auction or sale barn.
Do Cows Catch Colds? Respiratory Ailments in Livestock
January 14, 2019Respiratory ailments similar to human colds, flu and pneumonia affect cattle, horses, pigs, sheep and goats. Here are symptoms as well as treatment and prevention strategies.
Pig Farmers: Fat Can Be Good, if You Know How to Use It
January 7, 2019Heritage pigs are great for pasturing, but they pack on more fat than feed-efficient breeds. As long as you know what to do with it, fat can be a very good thing.
