Breeding your animals this spring? Consider utilizing a breeding soundness exam to evaluate your livestock's reproductive capacity.
Livestock guardian dogs are invaluable farm helpers, but if roaming becomes an issue you can try a GPS collar that trains and contains animals in a set area.
These six books offer invaluable advice for anyone curious about starting with cattle, from keeping a beef herd to milking cows to butchering and more.
An orphaned or rejected lamb is a real possibility during lambing season, so make sure you get and stay ready for the unexpected.
Bad hair day? Consider checking out the hair whorls on your cow's face. Science has determined a cowlick is linked to cattle behavior, movement and even reproductive capacity.
This year, farm smarter not harder with these 125 tips put together by our contributors in celebration of Hobby Farms' 125th issue!
Certified Naturally Grown offers a grassroots option for responsible agricultural production and guidance, without the many hurdles of organic certification.
A number of factors are creating scarcity in the large-animal veterinarian field, a real concern for agriculture. A few individuals and programs propose solutions.
An aggressive ram can present a serious safety risk for the shepherd, so follow these tips to protect yourself against injury from your sheep.
Thinking of raising beef cattle? It's not too difficult, though you'll need to follow some best practices. Here are 7 suggestions to keep in mind.
Coccidiosis is a common bacterial condition in livestock, but when cold weather hits, the illness can present odd neurological symptoms, too.
Officially recognized as any cattle containing at least 37.5 percent bison, Beefalo are prized for numerous traits and a nutritionally superior meat.
