Help The USDA Eradicate Scrapie From Sheep, Goats
November 6, 2023USDA needs your help in eradicating an untreatable neurologic disease in sheep and goats, so read more to learn about scrapie and what you can do to help.
Which Ruminants To Start With: Goats, Sheep Or Cattle?
October 31, 2023Ruminants can be the perfect solution for many farm needs, but choosing which animals to add when is a matter of realizing your land’s needs.
Meat Goats Are Great For Small Farms!
November 21, 2022Sure, goats are great for milk and fiber, but many breeds can be raised on small and compact farms to provide healthy, delicious meat for the freezer.
Video: Feed Your Ruminants Right In Fall & Winter
November 21, 2022Breeding season is in full swing, and your pastures are likely full of dead grass, too, so here's how to feed your ruminants in fall and winter.
Don’t Let Heat Stress Out Your Livestock
June 6, 2022Look out for these common signs of heat stress in livestock to help prevent serious health issues when the mercury rises this summer.
Breed Profile: Get To Know Jacob Sheep
January 24, 2022A highly marketable old world breed, Jacob Sheep are known for their soft fleece, ease of lambing, meat quality and more. Learn more about this storied animal.
Choose Your Ruminant Depending On What Your Pastures Offer
December 27, 2021Animals do the hard work of improving pastures and soil health, so choose the right ruminants for the land and native growth you already have.
How & When To Give Your Sheep A Hoof Trim
December 27, 2021It’s important to keep an eye on your sheep’s feet to avoid lameness. And when you’re checking for foot rot, you may want to go ahead and do a quick hoof trim.
