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Choosing a Breed of Chicken

August 12, 2013 by hsotr

Choosing a Breed of Chicken

The number of breeds available to the homesteader or chicken enthusiast can be astounding. Just flip through a hatchery catalog. Who would have thought there were so many different kinds of chickens? To whittle down the options and select a breed or breeds you are going to be satisfied with, you need to have at […]

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Free eBook: Sheep Production in Kansas

August 8, 2013 by hsotr

Sheep Production in Kansas

If you are looking for a basic guide to purchasing and caring for a flock of sheep, try Sheep Production in Kansas. This 76-page bulletin was originally published by the Kansas State Agricultural College in 1927. The bulletin covers a variety of topics, including sheep selection, pasturing, feeding, and housing. Want to know: Which breed […]

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Free eBook: How to Direct Market Your Beef

August 1, 2013 by hsotr

How to Direct Market Your Beef

For those of you who want to sell beef, How to Direct Market Your Beef by Jan Holder is a must-read! In a friendly, easy-to-understand manner, Holder explains the different aspects of direct marketing entrepreneurs will encounter, such as niches, pricing, distribution, advertising, public relations, and record keeping.  You’ll also find out how to have […]

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When the Hens Stop Laying

July 16, 2013 by hsotr

When the Hens Stop Laying

The best way to solve an egg production problem is to keep good records well before the problem starts.

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Journals, Livestock, Poultry

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