Because of their small size and gentle nature, Nankins can have trouble competing with larger fowl for food.
The Java does best when allowed to free-range.
Standard-sized Delaware chickens may be too large for small urban farms
The Alpine is a hardy goat known for its adaptability in different climates.
Oberhasli does tend to be dominant when kept in a mixed-breed herd.
Because of their small size and easy-going personality, they do well on urban farms. Their milk is high in butterfat.
Hamburgs tend to be active, flighty birds and don’t like to be confined. They fare best in free-ranging flocks.
Campines are active and prefer to free range, but will tolerate confinement.
These large chickens require a lot of room in their coop. If provided enough space, they tolerate confinement.
Last year, Mom wrote a book about goats. It includes paraphrased fairy tales and folk stories including our favorite, "Alyonushka and Ivanushka.”
Until I met her, I hadn't cared much for pigs. Now I'm crazy about Charlotte.
Small ruminants can contract meningeal worms from white-tailed deer on your farm. Learn about the risk and how you can keep your animals safe.
