Horses are almost exclusively grazing animals, consuming grass in even greater percentages than cattle.
Tag: Livestock
What Really Ended the Cattle Drives?
The end of the cattle drive era was brought about by cattle that better met the needs of the market, plus a rail network that connected ranches with population centers.
Grazing Management by Species: Cattle
Cattle are the quintessential grazing animal, making them roughly equivalent to bison in the ecosystem.
Canada Wild Rye
Also known as “nodding wild rye,” Canada wild rye (Elymus canadensis) is an attractive and distinctive species.
Optimizing Your Land Use
Best results will follow from tailoring the farm layout to the farm conditions. So what are the optimal conditions for common aspects of a farm?
Challenges of Beekeeping in Kansas
Beekeeping in Kansas presents some unique challenges. The good news is that most of these challenges have fairly simple solutions.
Top 10 Reader-Favorite Horse & Donkey Breeds
From the Thoroughbred to the miniature donkey and beyond, here are some of the top breeds from our Horse & Donkey Breeds guide.
10 Alternative Livestock Business Ideas
Interested in doing something different with your livestock business? Here are 10 ideas innovative agripreneurs are experimenting with.
Fitting the Collar
“Fitting the Collar” is a handy online video that explains the subject well. A must for current or future draft horse owners.
What is Biochar?
Biochar is basically charcoal produced with little or no oxygen and a temperature above 660 degrees Fahrenheit.
