We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about Gloucestershire Old Spots, a docile pig with excellent meat. Check out what one keeper had to say!
When you keep livestock, it's sometimes necessary to restrain animals to administer care. Learn about some of the common pieces of equipment for safe restraint.
We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about St. Croix Hair Sheep, a hardy and healthy breed. Check out what these shepherds had to say!
Dealing with animal excrement doesn’t have to stink! Put that livestock manure to work on the farm with management practices that yield nutrient-rich fertilizer.
We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about American Aberdeen Cattle, a feed-efficient, easy-keeping breed. Check out what one keeper had to say!
Moving animals is a big part of raising livestock, so make sure you have a good trailer and know how to load it before hauling day arrives.
There's never been a better time to start raising your own beef cattle for homegrown meat. These tips will help you find the right animal for your dinner table.
If you raise hogs and know how to butcher your own pig carcasses, you can enjoy delicious and cost-effective meat products year-round!
While sheep themselves may not be welcome among planted rows, their wool makes an excellent addition to the garden as mulch, fertilizer and more!
Look out for these common signs of heat stress in livestock to help prevent serious health issues when the mercury rises this summer.
Pink eye, or keratoconjunctivitis, is a bacterial disease that can cause major discomfort and potential blindness in animals. In this video, we show you how to treat the condition.
We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about Texas Longhorns, a smart, sociable and attractive breed. Check out what one keeper had to say!
