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.
10 Tools to Help You Live Off the Grid
May 10, 2019These products, including a generator, portable power supply and lantern, are aimed at those who want to live more independently and self-sufficiently.
Can You Pasture Pigs With Other Livestock Animals?
May 6, 2019With enough land and time to dedicate to doing it right, co-pasturing animals such as chicken, goats and cattle with pigs is possible.
Farm Storehouse: 9 Products to Help Your Farm Run Better
April 30, 2019A boom mower, a cordless pruner, an ATV manure spreader and an adjustable rake are among the useful items our editors found.
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.
