Noah Young from the Nebraska-based Shiloh Farm tells us how empty supermarket shelves during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic inspired him to take matters into his own hands.
Eliminate natural and manmade stresses to put your hens at ease and to ensure consistent laying. Here are some pointers for cutting stress in the chicken coop and run.
Go beyond the eye of newt this spooky season with some "creepy" (but tasty and traditional) recipes that make use of chicken offal.
Look beyond the feed bag when feeding pigs! From grass to scraps to dairy and more, pigs will gladly make food out of a variety of offerings.
Chickens are prey animals, and there are plenty of predators who would happily make a meal out of your beloved hens. Follow these tips to keep your flock safe.
When molting season arrives, feathers drop as your chickens focus on growing new ones. Here's what's happening and what you can expect.
A big, docile chicken breed, the Brahma is a barnyard favorite for its gentle disposition, hardy nature, striking plumage and more!
African Swine Fever is a highly lethal viral disease in swine that has recently been reported in part of the Caribbean. Here's what hobby pig farmers need to know.
Adrianna Hyde from the Florida-based Poised Poultry farm tells us how caring for a couple of Buff Cochin Bantams sparked her poultry adventures.
Planning ahead for a potential emergency is the best medicine for your farm or homestead. Here's where to start when getting ready for the unexpected.
After two tragic tries, this Ohio keeper feared she'd never get her flock of chickens. But during the pandemic, her family finally got their birds.
Planting cover crops in your cattle pasture provides a range of benefits, from supplying supplemental forage to improving soil health.
