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Herefords
July 19, 2022July 22, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Geographic Origin Part 1

The native homeland of a given breed is important when choosing a breed of cattle, as it indicates the environment in which the breed was developed to thrive.

Top 10 Soil Resources
June 17, 2022June 15, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Top 10 Soil Resources

No matter how much we learn about the biology, chemistry, and other properties of soil, there is always more to discover. Read on to find out what our readers have been researching.

Holstein
May 10, 2022May 9, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Genetic Background

One way cattle breeds can be grouped is by genetic background. This is important, as each variation reflects a different philosophy and approach to selection.

Beef breed
April 26, 2022April 25, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Specialty

The most obvious way to classify cattle breeds is according to their specialty: beef, dairy, or dual-purpose. Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Jersey Giant
April 5, 2022April 6, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Jersey Giant

The Jersey Giant is largely used either as a striking exhibition bird or as a pet. It is also a fine dual-purpose chicken for the home flock.

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Introduction
March 29, 2022August 3, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Classifying Cattle Breeds: Introduction

Cattle breeds can be grouped in many ways: specialty, genetic background, geographic origin, paradigm. The best choice of a cattle breed will be one that is adapted to your circumstances.

Cotswold
March 15, 2022March 16, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Cotswold

The modern Cotswold is a dual-purpose breed, excelling in both wool and meat production. Many feel that the Cotswold has a regal bearing that adds to the breed's charm.

Livestock Guardian Dogs: Male or Female?
March 1, 2022March 24, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Livestock Guardian Dogs: Male or Female?

If you are considering a livestock guardian dog, you will have to choose whether to bring home a male or a female. There are advantages and disadvantages to both options.

Choosing a Breed of Ox
February 22, 2022February 23, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Choosing a Breed of Ox

Which ox breed is best? The best breed of ox for you will be the one best adapted to your unique circumstances.

Corriedale
February 18, 2022February 18, 2022 hsotr The Farm

Corriedale

The Corriedale still has a strong following and is one of the most common sheep breeds in the world, with an estimated global population of just over 5 million.

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