Life on a farm isn't all chores. Here are some new projects and hobbies you can tackle on those rainy days, snowy days, and Sundays.
Chicken Predators in Kansas: Foxes, Coyotes & Domestic Dogs
How to identify and prevent attacks on your chickens from foxes, coyotes, and domestic dogs in rural or urban areas.
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.
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.
6 Tips for Protecting an Orchard from Deer
Because deer can jump to tremendous heights, excluding them from an orchard is not easy, even with a fence. Here are some options for deterring the deer.
7 Livestock Guardian Animals
The most common livestock guardian is the dog. However, farmers have other animals to choose from, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
10 Animal Breeds Important to American History
While many animals breeds have been important to our nation throughout the years, a few stand out as iconic.
Two Books on Making Harness
These books may pique your interest and give you some insight into the old-fashioned art of making harness.
Pros and Cons of Herding Livestock with Dogs
If you have a flock or herd that you have to manage on a regular basis, adding a canine partner may be a big help.
Draft Animals
Acquire the knowledge necessary to choose and purchase draft animals, and then learn to work them in the field, woodlot, or market garden.
Homestead on the Range 