Farm founder Renee Woods tells us all about the main issues to overcome when farming at altitude, along with the key role her livestock guardian dogs play.
Poultry-keeping is rife with questionable folk remedies. In this article, we look at the three most popular—brewer's yeast, apple cider vinegar and probiotics—and their merits (or lack thereof).
Smaller than the average chickens, miniature bantam breeds offer eggs, good looks and more in areas where regular-sized birds present a challenge.
An easy-keeping, moderate-sized breed, Aberdeen cattle have gained favor for their excellent and profitable beef when raised on grass.
As colder weather moves into the Midwest, it's time for this keeper to start thinking about preparing sheep for the cold, winter months.
Raising chickens the natural way doesn't mean setting them loose to fend for themselves, but rather being selective in certain choices you make for your flock.
When daylight lessens and laying chickens take a break, their feather loss could be minor or downright disturbing. Here some some whys and hows of molting.
As one year of farming draws to a close, it's time to think about next year. Get the most from your grass with these tips on fall pasture management.
After relocating from Kauai to North Carolina, Courtney Kelly followed her longstanding dreams with a hobby farm she calls Courtney's Chicken Charms.
Free-ranging chickens can make a mess of the yard and more work for their keeper, but a rotational pasture plan delivers the best of both worlds.
With wintry weather taking hold, poultry-keepers often shuffle their birds' living quarters. And for this keeper, the process was a rousing game of Musical Coops!
Whether you like a solid-colored Galloway or the distinctive Belted variety, you can't go wrong with this favorite small-farm cattle breed.
