Bees have precise requirements for their hives, and there is no room for error. New beekeepers should not put their colonies at risk.
A utility loader, a cordless chainsaw, vitamin-and-mineral supplement for goats and a rototiller that's also a cultivator are among items our editors found.
The unexplained death of a chicken can be quite shocking. Take these steps to help determine what caused your bird's untimely demise and protect your other birds.
Bucket feeding a calf is like bottle feeding, but it makes the feeding and cleanup process easier and faster. Here are the steps to follow.
Goats have complex systems and can be quite finicky eaters. Here are basic things to consider for what, when and how to feed goats.
Heritage pigs are great for pasturing, but they pack on more fat than feed-efficient breeds. As long as you know what to do with it, fat can be a very good thing.
Communication that's effective, efficient — and, to us humans, unusual — is the cornerstone to the fully functioning superorganism that is a hive of honeybees.
Many breeds are available, and each one has its own qualities. Here are factors to consider before making a major investment in a bull.
Do you have your heart set on a particular breed of chicks for your flock? Consult one of these sources to help you find what you want.
This round of contenders, led by a goat, is nearly all mugshots. It also contains a camelid, a chicken, a pig and a horse—and an adorable pair of donkeys.
Chickens editors asked for photos, and readers sent them in. Here are some of the best.
With the holidays just days away, here are my top five choices for chicken-keeper gifts ... for those who still need to spread some Christmas cheer.
