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Drug Safety On The Farm Part 2: Oral & Topical Medications

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Need to give your animals a pill or a pour-on? Here's how to administer oral and topical medications safely and effectively.

New Regenerative Farm Certification In The Works

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A Greener World's regenerative agriculture pilot program places environmental sustainability, animal welfare and human equity issues front-and-center on the farm.

Breed Profiles: Get To Know Oberhasli & Boer Goats

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Two easy-keeping goat breeds—one dairy, the other meat—the Oberhasli and Boer make great additions to many small farm operations.

Goats Have Dental Needs, Too, So Watch Those Teeth!

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While not as dental intensive as some other livestock animals, goats can have issues with their teeth that can impact overall health. Here's what to watch for.

A Border Collie Is A Farmhand For The Small Sheep Flock

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Want a sheepdog that will make shepherding easier and enhance your life with companionship and a ready-made community? A Border Collie will serve you and your sheep well!

A First-Aid Kit Checklist To Keep Sheep In Tip-Top Shape

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Sheep, like all livestock, sometimes suffer from illness or injury, so it's important to have the right tools in your first-aid kit to keep your flock safe and healthy.

Photo Gallery: I Love My Goat Contest Winners

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We asked for goat photos, and you delivered. Check out the winner of our I Love My Goat contest and scroll through the gallery of runners up!

Drug Safety On The Farm Part 1: Injectable Products

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Be worry-free when you give your livestock injectable products by following these simple safety tips designed to keep your animals (and you) safe and healthy.

How To Protect & Treat Your Cattle Against Pinkeye

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Pinkeye, caused by bacteria transferred via certain conditions, can be catastrophic to a herd of cattle, so treatment and prevention are critical.

Animal Nutrition Is Essential To Livestock Health

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For healthy livestock that produce the eggs, milk and meat we love, proper animal nutrition is key. Here are some things to keep in mind.

Breed Profile: The Jersey Stands Out Among Dairy Cows

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Jersey cows are popular with homesteaders and hobby farmers for their smaller size, dairy production and high-protein, butterfat-rich milk.

Breed Profile: Babydoll Southdown Sheep

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Also known as Teddy Bear sheep with a smile, Babydoll Southdown sheep are an adorable, docile and versatile breed that fits in well on many farms.

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