This round of Say Cheese contenders includes handsome Highland cattle, grinning goats, a bouncy bunny and more, so check out this photo roundup from Hobby Farms readers!
Summer means flies around the farm, and it's essential to keep these pests away from your flock of sheep. Here are some tips for controlling summer flies.
Retired registered nurse Carol Denney tells us how her adventures at Rocking D Hobby Farm are helping to better the local community.
For livestock animals and their keepers, summer is a time for fighting biting flies, so here are some more tips for keeping bugs off your herd.
Summertime brings the bugs to your farm. Here are three common fly species that impact cattle and other livestock, and how you can work to control them.
If you own animals, you're likely going to need to transport them at some point. A good, well-maintained trailer is key to safely transporting cattle.
If you spy lameness or limping in one of your flock's sheep, it's important to figure out what's going on and address the issue immediately.
Are your cattle on pasture at risk of frothy bloat? Learn to recognize the warning signs and what you should do to prevent this fatal condition.
After a few years of raising baby pigs, this farmer learned a few things worth considering early—and shares his experience to make yours easier.
May and June are the months to start your fall lambing season, so follow these tips to ensure your flock's safe and successful lambing in autumn.
An established breed with newfound popularity (due to social media and importation changes), the Valais Blacknose Sheep could be a great choice for your farm!
Cattle can be easy keeping livestock, but having the right tools is essential to effective herd management and wellness. Here are our equipment recommendations for cattle.
