Shearing sheep is an essential part of good flock management. If you have sheep, shearing not only helps to maintain clean, sanitary conditions but also prevents summer overheating. Plus, it ...
Appenzeller Spitzhauben Chicken: Captivating Egg Layers
For those that like eye-catching chickens then Appenzeller Spitzhaubens Chickens should definitely fit the bill. This bird has a very 101 Dalmatians theme. Some people call these chickens Cruella De ...
Cornish Cross Chicken: The #1 Meat Producer Breed
If you’ve ever bought a chicken from the grocery store, chances are it was a Cornish Cross. The meat industry is quite fond of this breed for its rapid growth and food to meat conversion. About ...
10 Cost-Cutting Tips for Sheep Farmers
Many people decide to raise sheep with the utopian thought they will be productive, low-cost members of the farm. While this is fairly true, it’s only true to a certain extent. A flock of ...
Can You Raise Pigs and Chickens Together?
Ask anywhere, and you’ll likely get the same response: You can’t raise pigs and chickens together. You might hear it from the farmer down the street who claims that his pig developed a taste ...
How to Raise Black Soldier Fly Larvae for Chicken Treats
Getting your chickens through a cold, snowy winter can be a difficult feat. However, providing plenty of high-fat treats is an excellent way to keep up egg production and to make sure your ...
Chantecler Chicken: The Underrated Dual Purpose Breed for Colder Climates
For Chantecler Chickens to have so many positive qualities and characteristics that can’t be found in many other breeds, this breed doesn’t have much popularity. Chanteclers were bred to be ...
How to Rent Your Goats and Make Some Nice Profits
If you’re looking to make money from your goats, and meat or milk aren’t your things, you might want to think about renting out your goat herd. Goats are now called upon for more than just milk, ...
Catalana Chicken: Dual-Purpose Birds for Hot Climates
Not everyone has heard of Catalana chickens, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t an excellent breed. Catalanas were bred to be a hearty dual-purpose breed that is especially tolerant of hot ...