Sheep with black faces are so adorable! If you’ve ever thought about adding some black-faced sheep to your new flock, we’ve got all the top …
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If you’re new to keeping hens or want to expand your little flock, then the nesting boxes are vital. Here’s why. Hens are fussy (and …
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Did you know that birds aren’t necessarily born with feathers? Most poultry species, including ducks, are born with a thin later of soft immature feathers. …
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If cows, sheep, or horses live on your homestead, you will likely have come across alfalfa. This versatile animal food contains loads of nutritional benefits …
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There are about 825 species of tick in the world, and it feels as though all of them want to suck my horse’s blood. In …
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Raising small chickens is one of our favorite homesteading activities. We love having fresh eggs every day. Besides the eggs, the best part about raising …
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While the Northern Hemisphere is in the grips of winter, here in South Africa, we’re quietly sweltering. The temperature doesn’t drop much at night either, …
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Very few natural phenomena cause as much disgust in humans as a clump of tiny, wiggly maggots. However, your chickens have a completely different perspective. …
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Now, we know that cows do not look like the most athletic of animals, and they do seem to prefer to spend their days lazing …
Despite the common myth circulated about pigs being dirty, unsanitary animals, they’re some of the cleanest around! They don’t like to lay in filthy beds …
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New to farming? Or maybe you’re thinking about getting a dairy cow to provide your family with all the milk it needs? Smart choice! With …
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Anyone who keeps chickens will know that they can be very individual characters. What works for one of your girls won’t necessarily work for another. …
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When I first considered raising hens on my backyard hobby farm, one benefit rose quickly to the forefront – no more wasting food! Two of …
As a homesteader or small farm owner, you have many good reasons to purchase a cow. Not only can you save money by producing your …
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A few years ago, after many failed attempts, one of our hens finally managed to hatch a clutch of six chicks. Soon afterward, my delight …
