This winter has been fierce across the USA. In fact, snow is hammering my backyard as I write this now. Record-breaking cold snaps, relentless snowstorms, and bone-chilling temperatures have turned routine livestock care into a daily survival challenge. But here’s…
Are you thinking about adding cows to your homestead? Our bovine-raising guide will help you avoid rookie mistakes that can turn your cattle-raising dreams into a rodeo of regrets. These tips will help whether you want farm-fresh butter, premium grass-fed…
Raising happy cows isn’t just a goal. It’s an art, a science, and a labor of love all rolled into one rewarding journey. Indeed, these gentle giants deserve more than just the basics! They thrive on enrichment, proper care, and…
Let’s brainstorm the 13 best cow breeds for small farms, ranches, yards, and homesteads! These cows produce ample milk and delicious meat and have other lesser-known benefits. They’re also easy to raise and are excellent natural lawnmowers who happily help…
Recently, I’ve incorporated apple cider vinegar (ACV) into my cattle care routine. I had come across various testimonials about its benefits and thought it’d be worth exploring. Well, I’m glad I tried it. My cows have been consuming it regularly,…
There’s a breed of mini cow perfect for small homesteads that can produce the creamiest, richest milk at a lower cost than many other mini cattle breeds. The Mini Jersey cow! If you’re looking for an intelligent, adorable, gentle, cost-effective family milk cow, our Ultimate Mini…
Yes! You can milk any dairy cow breed. That’s the short answer. The long answer delves into why certain dairy cow breeds like Holsteins and Jerseys are preferred for dairy production over others like Angus or Herefords. While it’s technically possible…
A2 cows are perfect for homesteaders, farmers, or ranchers who want easily digestible, nutritious, and delicious milk. Raising A2 cows is just like raising regular A1 cows. But, there are a few A1 vs. A2 cow nuances dairy producers should know. Let’s explore the…
Are you yearning to own a family cow but don’t have enough grazing acreage? Raising a mini-cow might be an excellent option! Miniature cattle breeds offer all the benefits of regular cattle but require a fraction of the pastureland to live on and thrive. But which…
With their fabulous horns and shaggy coats, Highland cows are famous worldwide! But while we’ve all seen iconic photos of Highland cows atop windswept Scottish moorlands, what are these beautiful cows used for? Let’s find out! What Are Highland Cows…
With its distinctive color pattern resembling an Oreo cookie, the Belted Galloway cow is one of the most instantly recognizable cattle breeds anywhere! This hardy breed of cow is rapidly increasing in popularity for many reasons, and you might be…
Nothing heralds the arrival of spring like the appearance of newborn calves and lambs in the fields. Watching them gamboling through the fresh spring grass is one of the highlights of my year! But how many calves can a cow…
You may not associate cows with cuteness. But there are some adorable bovine breeds out there! So if you’re looking for a new addition to your homestead, choosing one of our cutest cow breeds is a great place to start….
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Lowline cattle are an incredible cow breed that has gained recent prominence and popularity. We have a soft spot for these cows, as we have been raising Lowline cattle for five years. They are a hardy breed that you can…
Buying a half or a whole cow has many benefits, including better-tasting cuts of beef, knowing where your food came from and how it got raised, saving a big chunk of money, and making the world a more humane place…
