The holiday season is a time of gratitude, and our resident large-animal veterinarian has gathered a list of equipment she's grateful for around the farm.
The world's oldest naturally occurring miniature breed, zebu cattle are gaining popularity on homesteads for their resilience, resource demands and management ease.
It's a shepherd's responsibility to know sheep's nutrient needs and supply essential minerals to the flock. Let's explore the topic of sheep minerals.
Livestock fencing is key to keeping animals where they belong, as well as keeping out predators who may injure or kill them. But what makes a good fence?
Sure, cattle provide dairy and meat, but keeping a herd of large animals can also teach the farmer invaluable life lessons, too.
Hog butchering is an invaluable skill for homesteaders, and it's not difficult to learn, though there are some key steps and concerns to keep in mind.
USDA needs your help in eradicating an untreatable neurologic disease in sheep and goats, so read more to learn about scrapie and what you can do to help.
High Desert Hogs Founder Claudia Gutierrez tells us how the Oregon-based pastured pork venture keeps things ethical as seek to give pigs a good life.
These Say Cheese contenders include cuddly chicks, winsome goats, some super hammy pigs and more, so check out this photo roundup from Hobby Farms readers!
Ruminants can be the perfect solution for many farm needs, but choosing which animals to add when is a matter of realizing your land's needs.
As the days begin to shorten, it's time to start thinking about the sheep breeding season all those cute spring lambs frolicking around my pasture.
Cattle need a range of vitamins and minerals, depending on herd-specific factors. Here are some tips for determining your animals' nutritional needs.
