Thinking of getting started with sheep? Good call! Sheep are rising in popularity with small farm enthusiasts and health focused consumers. Now, on to getting a flock for you: where should you buy them and how much will it cost? Buy a starter flock of sheep from a breeder who is raising sheep the same…
How many sheep can you raise in your backyard or smaller sized pasture? Can sheep be happy as lawn mowers and how do you get them to stay on your place, anyway? Sheep are an ideal small acreage or backyard animal to raise, since they are able to get all of their food from grass…
Confused when sheep people start talking sheep? Or maybe you’re looking into getting a few sheep but are having trouble finding out the basics? Look no further, I’ve got you covered! Term for adult female sheep Ewe Term for adult intact male sheep Ram Term for castrated male sheep (all ages) Wether Term for all…
Small ruminants like sheep and goats are a great place to start when you want your hobby of farming to start making some money. Will sheep or goats work better for you and your wallet? Sheep will be more profitable than goats when there is plenty of grass to feed the flock. Goats will be…
The debate is on: cow or goat, which one is best? I’m sure you’ve read the articles glorifying one or the other, everyone has a favorite! Will a milk cow or a milk goat be better for you and your family? A milk goat is ideal for smaller acreages and families that need a smaller…
A family milk cow is a super idea! Maybe, even a dream you’ve had for some time now. What’s holding you back? Here’s a look into daily life with a family milk cow so you can see if she’ll be a good fit for you and your family. A family milk cow daily routine consists…
Plentiful real milk, making your own cheese and yogurt, real cream for your coffee, exciting stuff! All of this dairy goodness can be yours, when you get a family cow. Of course it will be great to have the cow, but should you get one? How affordable is having a family milk cow? Feeding and…
So, you’re excited about getting a starter herd of goats! Awesome, goats are fun! However, feeding them can be a challenge due to lack of information on how to do it. Let’s dig in and get this figured out! Goats need a high quality 14-18% protein feed and 2-5 pounds of forage each, per day….
Getting a family milk cow is a great way to step up your game! If you’ve got a little bit of land and the willingness to learn, having your own cow is definitely doable. Now, let’s talk breeds. What breed will suit you and your family the best? The top family milk cow breeds for…
Haylage is a great alternative to dry hay for both large and small livestock farmers. What exactly is haylage and will it work for you, your farm and your livestock? Haylage is a 40-60% moisture content hay that is preserved by fermentation. We have started making our own haylage and are glad we gave it…