Hobby Farmer’s Bag Of Tricks
October 22, 2009Put these veteran farmers’ tips to work on your hobby farm—no rabbit or top-hat required.
Did You Ever Want to Ride … A Cow?
June 8, 2009Did you ever want to ride a cow? My mom wants to ride one—or really a steer, that is. She’s raising two calves to ride: Aiah (he’s a Jersey-Holstein) and Ludo (Ludo is a water buffalo).
How Now, Tiny Cow? On Raising Small Cows
February 18, 2009Miniature cattle have become a hot livestock property. Learn the history and evolution of these diminutive breeds.
How To Keep Livestock And Make Money
February 18, 2009Decide if keeping livestock for profit is right for you and your hobby farm, and choose the right species to keep with this guide.
Hobby Farms Presents …
February 18, 2009Check out these other publications available to you from the editors of Hobby Farms magazine.
How To Raise Nubian Goats For Milk
February 18, 2009The most popular of the dairy goat breeds, the floppy-eared Nubian is friendly and personable.
American Water Buffalo Breed Profile
February 18, 2009Easily trained to ride or as working livestock, American water buffalo offer producers milk–most often used in mozzerella cheese–as well as meat and hides.
Goat Meat Demand on the Rise
February 18, 2009Census data shows that more Americans are raising goats for meat, possibly due to health and cultural reasons.
Got (Homegrown) Milk?
February 18, 2009Thinking of making your own delicious milk, cheese, yogurt and other dairy products? Invest in some dairy animals and you’ll be on your way.
Guidestone Farm Ventures
February 18, 2009At new location, Guidestone Farm in Colorado continues to lead by example teaching children and families, bringing fresh produce to the community and supporing sustainable agriculture.
