You can (and should) vaccinate your sheep for clostridial diseases to keep them healthy against a range of ailments. Here's how.
Livestock guardian animals live with and protect animals from common predators. Here's how to choose the right animal for your needs.
With a wealth of beneficial traits, including the most parasite resistance of all sheep, the St. Croix Hair Sheep is a recent and interesting breed.
It's not uncommon for old, unworked fields to fall into disrepair, but it's possible to restore an old hayfield following these basic steps.
Whether it's for milk, fiber, work or companionship, there are plenty of reasons to share your land and life with some goats.
Prized by settlers for its many virtues, the Pineywoods Cattle breed brings numerous valuable traits to both hobby farmers and large cattle producers alike.
Fecal egg counts give keepers information that's critical to parasite control. And you don't need a veterinary degree to perform your own.
Sheep are vulnerable to a number of predators, so it's important to plan ahead to protect your animals against threat. Here are a few different options.
Pigs raised on pasture are healthier, happier and better tasting. Here's what you need to get started with hogs on your hobby farm.
Rebeka Halbert of the Texas-based Halbert Farm tells us all about the benefits of living with a sounder of Kunekune pigs.
Are you thinking about raising livestock? These experienced farmers share tips and advice to consider before buying some animals.
Too often, livestock animals are considered the enemies of a good garden, but different animals bring different benefits to a growing space.
