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Coop Maintenance Is Easier With The Deep-Litter Method

Animals | Poultry |
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Cleanliness in the chicken coop is less work when you use the deep-litter method. Plus, it's proven to keep your chickens healthier.

A Few Facts About Feeding Your Flock Supplements

Poultry
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There's a lot of poultry feed out there these days, and feeding your chicken flock can feel confusing at times. Here are a few pointers for getting it right.

Vaccinate Your Sheep For An Ounce Of Prevention

Animals | Large Animals |
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You can (and should) vaccinate your sheep for clostridial diseases to keep them healthy against a range of ailments. Here's how.

Be Careful When Providing Minerals To Your Livestock

Animals
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Do your livestock animals need a mineral supplement? Here are some things to know before mixing minerals into your feed.

You Can Keep Chickens Comfy, No Matter The Weather

Animals | Poultry |
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Chickens are typically hardy birds and can deal with many weather extremes, but you can help them stay comfortable with a little bit of knowledge.

5 Poultry Apps That Help With Flock Management

Poultry
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From managing breeding programs to tracking production (and more), your poultry tasks could be made easier with a digital app.

How To Choose A Livestock Guardian Animal

Animals | Large Animals |
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Livestock guardian animals live with and protect animals from common predators. Here's how to choose the right animal for your needs.

Breed Profile: Get To Know St. Croix Hair Sheep

Animals | Breeds | Large Animals | Urban Farming |
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With a wealth of beneficial traits, including the most parasite resistance of all sheep, the St. Croix Hair Sheep is a recent and interesting breed.

Lighting Can Help Your Chickens With Winter Egg Production

Poultry
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When natural lighting decreases in winter, it's natural to get fewer eggs from your chickens. But adding artificial lighting can keep production going strong.

You Might Find One (Or More) Of These Odd Eggs In The Nest Box

Animals | Poultry |
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One of the many surprises that come with keeping chickens is the appearance of odd eggs in the nest box from time to time.

How To Restore A Hayfield To Full Production

Animals | Farm Management | Large Animals |
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It's not uncommon for old, unworked fields to fall into disrepair, but it's possible to restore an old hayfield following these basic steps.

There Are Numerous Reasons To Consider Getting Goats

Animals | Large Animals |
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Whether it's for milk, fiber, work or companionship, there are plenty of reasons to share your land and life with some goats.

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