Raising lambs is an undeniably joyful endeavor, but the reality of death on a farm can introduce sorrow into the experience.
There are numerous reasons to put cattle on pasture, from ease of management to animal health. Here are some things to remember when it comes to pasture grass.
Livestock can suffer from different teeth and mouth maladies, from uneven wear to bacterial infections, so watch for these issues to save your animals unnecessary pain.
Once powerhouse fiber producers in the American Southwest, today's Angora goats are small-farm favorites for their naturally colored fleeces.
Once the preferred pigs of upper-class farmers and royals, today the Berkshire pig is popular with small farmers for its excellent meat and ease of keeping.
With the arrival of 13 lambs on the farm, this first-time shepherd had her hands full. Here's what she did to ensure the birth of healthy, happy lambs.
The oldest registered breed of cattle, Highland cattle are versatile livestock with exceptional browsing abilities, distinctive beef yields and a calm disposition.
Lambing season is an exciting time of any shepherd's life, and being prepared with everything from towels to mentorship makes the experience even better.
Dental care is an essential part of keeping livestock, so in this first of a two-part series, we take a look at different animals and how to care for their teeth.
Raising livestock is satisfying, but the feed bill can be jarring, so use your garden space to grow these powerful crops and save some green.
It just makes sense to pasture goats and chickens together, though there are a few considerations to keep in mind when mixing species.
Study up for your first lambing, but some lessons are best learned from first-hand experience. Our contributing shepherd shared her experience with lambing.
