Video: What’s The Deal With The Hay Shortage Crisis?
August 22, 2022Hay is getting harder to find, and prices during the shortage are through the roof. Here's what's going on and tips for feeding your livestock this winter.
Video: 3 Tips For Keeping Animals Cool In Summer Heat
July 25, 2022It's hot out there! Animals can suffer in extreme heat, so follow these three basic tips to keep livestock cool and healthy during a summer heatwave.
With All Due Restraint: How To Restrain Livestock
July 7, 2022When you keep livestock, it’s sometimes necessary to restrain animals to administer care. Learn about some of the common pieces of equipment for safe restraint.
Well-Managed Livestock Manure Is A Farmer’s Best Friend
July 4, 2022Dealing with animal excrement doesn’t have to stink! Put that livestock manure to work on the farm with management practices that yield nutrient-rich fertilizer.
Butcher A Pig Carcass For A Bountiful Homestead Harvest
June 20, 2022If you raise hogs and know how to butcher your own pig carcasses, you can enjoy delicious and cost-effective meat products year-round!
Sheep Wool Has A Place In The Garden
June 13, 2022While sheep themselves may not be welcome among planted rows, their wool makes an excellent addition to the garden as mulch, fertilizer and more!
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.
It’s Time For Farm Animals To Get An Annual Tetanus Shot
May 9, 2022Spring is here and it’s time to administer vaccines to your farm animals, including give them their annual tetanus shots.
Documents Your Sheep Breeder Should Provide At Sale
April 25, 2022Sheep breeders should follow a handful of best practices when selling animals, so make sure you receive these documents when you buy an animal.
Answering Important Questions About Hoof Trimming in Sheep
April 18, 2022Hoof trimming for sheep is important, but why exactly is that so? What do you need to trim hooves, and how do you do it? We have answers.
