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Livestock Pregnancy & Its Problems: Cattle

Animals | Large Animals |
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In the second installment of a three-part series, we examine calving and a common post-calving problem in cattle known as milk fever.

The Dangers of Spring: Early Season Starvation for Bees

Beekeeping
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Spring weather can be volatile, posing a hazard to bees who've survived the winter. Safeguard your bees against starvation and predators during this precarious season.

5 Essential Items for New Chicken Owners

Animals | Poultry |
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Are you considering starting your own backyard flock? Here are my recommendations for gear that's crucial for new chicken owners.

Chicken Chat: Chirping Chicks Made Me a Crazy Chicken Lady

Animals | Poultry |
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A visit to a farm-supply store during chick season seven years ago started a backyard flock and a passion for keeping chickens.

Poultry Profile: Get to Know the Brabanter

Animals | Breeds | Poultry | Urban Farming |
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A very old and attractive breed, the Brabanter displays a full beard in addition to a small, upright crest and muffs.

Fencing Tips: Create Secure Borders to Keep Your Chickens Safe

Animals | Poultry |
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Here's how to determine the purpose you want fencing to serve and the various types available to best protect your flock.

Rare Livestock Breeds Are Worth Preserving

Animals | Breeds | Large Animals | Urban Farming |
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Are you considering trying something new on the farm? What about preserving an endangered livestock species of cattle, pig or sheep?

Decorate Yourself, Your Walls and Your Bar With These 8 Chicken-Themed Items

Animals | Poultry |
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Show your chicken pride (and humor) with this poultry décor and kitchenware we found on the web.

Buying Chicks? Watch for These 4 Afflictions

Animals | Poultry |
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Do you plan to starting a backyard flock or add to your existing bunch? Inspect your chicks carefully for these four life-threatening conditions.

Beginner Beekeeper Q-and-A: How Do I Conduct a Hive Inspection?

Beekeeping
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Hive inspections are a necessary part of beekeeping. We cover how often inspections are recommended, what to look for and how to interact with your bees.

Consider Adding These Heritage Goose, Duck & Chicken Breeds to Your Flock

Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Many of these heritage poultry breeds date back to early America, when farmers needed birds that were cold-hardy and good for eggs as well as meat.

Beginner Beekeeper Q-and-A: What It Takes to Get Started With Bees

Beekeeping
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If you plan to get bees this spring, here are some answers to the most basic questions as well as links to previous related articles.

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