Despite falling income and rising producer ages, a continued rise in small farm numbers signals hope for agriculture.
Category: The Farm
Choosing a Breed of Cattle
We are excited to announce the release of a new book—Choosing a Breed of Cattle: 5 Needs and 40 Breeds for Selecting Cattle That Fit Your Purpose by Michelle Lindsey! When you start by assessing the five needs of every future cattle owner, choosing between the many breeds of cattle available today suddenly becomes much…
What are Animal Units?
A handy tool for mixed-species grazing and how to use it.
Beef Tenderness and the Shear Force Test
How beef tenderness is measured and obtained.
Pros and Cons of Deep-Litter Bedding
How do you keep animals healthy when they must be housed? Deep-litter bedding offers a solution.
An Introduction to Sheep Dairying
An overview of the advantages of sheep milk, the best breeds for dairying, and a few special care considerations.
Beef Cattle Talk: A Glosssary
From 3 in 1 to heterosis to yield grade, all those confusing cattle terms you have wondered about.
Why Are Dairy Bulls More Dangerous Than Beef Bulls?
The answers to this common question include genetics, upbringing, and bull management.
What is Permaculture?
Just the basics on this comprehensive approach to sustainable living.
What is the International Letter Code System?
Plus tips for choosing a cattle identification system right for your herd.
