Glenn Wagner returned to raising beef cattle after trying a few other farming ventures. Here, he shares his advice for getting started with stocking cattle.
Hay is getting harder to find, and prices during the shortage are through the roof. Here's what's going on and tips for feeding your livestock this winter.
Taking precautions can minimize the chance of shipping fever for new pigs, but when a pig falls ill, care and attention can often save the day.
Sheepdog trials present an opportunity to see how a working animal compares to others, and the experience can improve things in home pastures, too.
If you get some livestock manure compost from a neighbor or your own animals, the broken-down material can be a big boost to garden soil efficiency and overall structure.
Keeping cattle is a rewarding farming endeavor, but it's important to guard against ailments such as coccidiosis—and know what to do if illness does arise.
With having a hobby farm comes occasional encounters with wildlife. Here's what to expect and how to get along with other critters humanely and responsibly.
It's hot out there! Animals can suffer in extreme heat, so follow these three basic tips to keep livestock cool and healthy during a summer heatwave.
Selenium is a critical element for sheep health, so stay aware of pasture conditions and your animals' well-being to prevent selenium deficiency.
There are certainly advantages to keeping pig breeding stock on the farm, but consider the following before you bring a sow and boar onto your land.
Before bringing home cattle for the first time, you should make sure your facilities are stocked and you have an adequate feed regimen. You'll need to re-evaluate now and again, as well.
When is the right time for weaning lambs? The answer depends a lot on your farm conditions and what you, as a shepherd, can do to keep stress low.
