Author Shows How & Why “Happy Pigs Taste Better”
August 22, 2019Alice Percy provides detailed instructions for humanely raising pigs on pasture in a book that’s valuable to homesteader and commercial farmer alike.
How to Prepare Livestock for a County Fair
August 12, 2019If you’re considering entering animals at a county fair, here are the health and identification requirements you can expect before they hit the show ring.
Choose the Right Pigs for Your Farm
August 5, 2019Pigs can be good investments for small farms, but the best type for your operation depends on factors such as space and what cuts of meat you most want.
Pigs Will Eat Nearly Anything, But Feed Them Scraps Carefully
August 5, 2019Pigs eating kitchen scraps can help you with waste disposal and feed costs, but carefully consider what you give them. Here’s why.
The Best (and Worst) Pasture-Mates for Goats
July 22, 2019One might think sheep are a good match, but the mix can pose problems. Cows and horses are great pasture-mates for goats, though. Here’s why.
Fermented Feed for Pigs Could Improve Gut Health
July 1, 2019Gut health is a popular concern these days, and pigs are no exception—it pays to mind your pork bellies before they leave the farm.
Living Off the Grid: This N.C. Family Sought Sustainability, Independence
June 26, 2019For Jaime Cool and her family, a homestead of livestock, produce and bees takes a lot of work, but “it’s a good life not many people get to experience.”
What You Need to Grow and Produce Hay
June 14, 2019If you have enough land, it might make sense to grow hay to feed your animals and sell to other farmers. Here’s what you need to know.
Say “Cheese!” Here Are the Best Recent Livestock Photos From Readers
June 7, 2019This round of contenders, led by a very thoughtful horse, includes a gorgeous chicken, a playful pig, curious camelids and a friendly donkey.
When Pigs Fly: 5 Pig-Related Idioms & Their Origins
June 3, 2019Many of our common idioms derive from our common agricultural past. Here are a few pig-specific phrases that especially amuse me.
