Tag: Dairy
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This pure white breed has earned its reputation as the Holstein of the goat world. Keep reading >>
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Sweet and spunky, the lovable Pygmy goat endears itself to all who know it. Keep reading >>
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This rare Swiss dairy breed is making a rebound thanks to the work of dedicated breeders. Keep reading >>
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The Nubian goat is typically thought of as an African breed. In reality, it traces back to late 1800s England. Keep reading >>
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For the homesteader with a desire for homegrown milk, the Nigerian Dwarf is a superb choice. Keep reading >>
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As its name suggests, the LaMancha does have ancestors from Spain, but it was developed entirely in the United States. Keep reading >>
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The French Alpine is considered an important commercial dairy breed around the world. Keep reading >>
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So what are the components of milk? There are three main categories: fat, protein, and other solids. Keep reading >>
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The modern milking machine looks complex, but the principle on which it operates is actually quite simple. The machine pulls a vacuum on the teats of the cow, causing the milk to flow. Keep reading >>
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