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Chicken Predators in Kansas: Bobcats & Domestic Cats
January 20, 2023January 20, 2023 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Bobcats & Domestic Cats

How to tell if a bobcat or domestic cat has visited your backyard chicken flock, and how to prevent future attacks.

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Skunks & Weasels
December 9, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Skunks & Weasels

Skunks are generally more interested in eggs than chickens, but weasels can be devastating to a small flock.

What is Frost Seeding?
December 6, 2022December 8, 2022 hsotr The Farm

What is Frost Seeding?

Frost seeding is the practice of broadcasting seeds at a time when repeated freezing and thawing is causing the ground to heave.

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Opossums & Raccoons
November 15, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Opossums & Raccoons

Opossums can be among the most annoying of chicken predators, while raccoons are among the most intelligent.

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Hawks & Owls
November 4, 2022November 6, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Chicken Predators in Kansas: Hawks & Owls

Here are the predators that Kansans will be most likely to battle, along with signs to look for and tips for thwarting the intruder. This post covers hawks and owls.

Backyard Coop
October 7, 2022October 11, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Backyard Coop

One coop that has proven to be a great choice for a small flock on pasture is the Round-Top Backyard Coop from Roost & Root.

Dutch Belted
September 13, 2022September 12, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Paradigm

When it comes to classifying cattle breeds, paradigm refers to the mindset that went into the breed's creation and subsequent development.

Why Do Goats Have Beards?
August 16, 2022August 17, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Why Do Goats Have Beards?

Sure, a beard is a handy way to a lead a goat around without a halter, but it is highly doubtful that the goat's beard was created merely as a handle for humans.

Texas Longhorn
August 2, 2022August 1, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Geographic Origin Part 2

Classifying cattle by geographic origin is useful, as breeds were developed for specific environments. Part 2 covers American, Spanish-American, and African breeds.

Getting Started with Draft Animals on a Budget
July 29, 2022August 1, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Getting Started with Draft Animals on a Budget

For the beginner, getting started with draft animals can seem daunting due to the cost. Here are tips for getting off to a solid start without breaking the bank.

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