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Texas Fever

It was the mid-19th century. The cattle drive era was in full swing. Longhorns from Texas were entering Kansas in droves on their way up to the railheads. New towns were booming and fresh beef was being supplied to industrialized, post–Civil War consumers. But something was seriously wrong. The problem was not with the hardyContinue reading “Texas Fever”

You Can Farm

Unlike some of the other Joel Salatin books we recommend, You Can Farm is not a practical how-to guide. It is a philosophical challenge geared toward beginners. It’s a great way to start contesting paradigms and brainstorming outside of the box as you are guided through the process of creating a vision and making itContinue reading “You Can Farm”

Blonde d’Aquitaine

The “good cow that fed Paris” offers many positive traits to the commercial cow-calf producer.

Lessons From the Bison

One of the best ways to achieve a balanced approach to stewardship is to observe and mimic nature, putting the laws of creation to work for us.

What is the Difference Between a Llama and an Alpaca?

Llamas and alpacas look strikingly similar. That’s why they are classified in the same family: camelids, or camel-like mammals. So how do you tell them apart?

Storey’s Guide to Raising Beef Cattle

Not so comprehensive as to be complicated, Storey’s Guide to Raising Beef Cattle is still complete enough to be a useful guide for beginners.

Black Baldy

The Black Baldy is not a true breed, but any combination of breeds that will produce the hallmark coloring.

How To Ground a Wayward Chicken

You may have heard of the amazing escapades of pigs, goats, and cattle that get tired of their pens and pastures and decide to check out the grass on the other side of the fence. Fortunately, the advent of electric fencing has made these animals much easier to contain. But chickens are another story. ElectricContinue reading “How To Ground a Wayward Chicken”