A popular duck with a recent history, the Welsh Harlequin breed brings a calm and friendly disposition, good egg-laying and striking beauty to the homestead.
In this final "honest truth" about popular poultry, we recount experiences keeping Rhode Island Red, Golden Comet, Barred Plymouth Rock and Serama chicken breeds.
The woolly, low-maintenance Mangalitsa pig provides succulent meat for a small farm. Here's what you need to know to start raising these heritage hogs.
For small and hobby farmers, rare breed chickens offer a number of benefits. Here's why to consider these breeds and how to get started as a keeper.