What Do Cows Eat (Other Than Grass and Hay)?
If someone asked you, what do cows eat? Your reaction would probably be to sneer and say, well, grass, of course! Everyone knows cows eat grass, but farmers and …
Do Chickens Need Light at Night to Lay Eggs? [and Do Chicks?]
Many new chicken owners take on a small flock of hens, thinking that chicken-keeping is a doddle. But then realize that their newly-introduced poultry is …
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Is Cracked Corn Good for Chickens and Egg Production?
For many years, I only fed my chickens whole or cracked corn. I hoped they were getting all the nutrients needed from the bugs, seeds, …
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Can You Eat a Rooster? Are Male Chickens Edible?
Chicken meat is a healthy and classic family (and farm) staple! But rooster meat has a reputation for being inedible, chewy, bland, and not worth …
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What is a Feeder Pig? And How Do You Raise Them?
Are you thinking about raising a feeder pig (or two – or twelve!) on your farm? If so, you’ll need to know a few feeder …
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Bottle-Feeding With Calf Milk Replacer 101 [Full Guide + Review]
Having spent most of my life in the city, I learned on the fly when I moved to my homestead. I managed well with a …
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How to Keep Flies Off Horses Naturally + DIY Fly Repellent Recipe
As the days lengthen and temperatures rise with the summer weather, oodles of critters emerge to pester ranchers and their horses. Some of the first …
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What Time of Day Do Chickens Lay Eggs? [and the Best Time to Collect ‘m!]
Most chickens lay their eggs in the first few hours of daylight. But it makes you wonder… Could they lay eggs at any time of …
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My Favorite Chicken Coops from Tractor Supply
Along with the fruits and vegetables you raise in your garden, you also raise livestock that depends upon you for a safe environment. If you …
15 Dog Run Ideas [Free DIY Plans and Tips for a Backyard Your Dog Will Love!]
All dog owners should consider building a dog run for their dog. A backyard dog run offers your dogs the perfect outlet to release their …
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How Much Does a Bale of Hay Weigh [Round vs Square Bales]
Hay bales come in large square bales, small square bales, and round bales. The lightest weight is less than 45 pounds, and the biggest ones …
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How to Tell If a Duck Egg is Fertile [3 Easy Ways!]
How can you tell if your duck eggs are fertile? Consider the following advice from our Indian runner ducks! Let me explain. Our Indian runner …
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Why Pigs Wag Their Tails? (And How to Tell if Your Pig Is Happy!)
When dogs wag their tails, it usually means they’re happy or excited. I noticed my pig, Hamilton, wagging his the other day, and it made …
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The Best Hay for Goats in Their Heyday. Or Any Day!
Goats eat everything! Right? Well, my herd of Dwarf Nigerian cross Boer goats doesn’t. Offer them organic lettuce fresh from the garden, and they’ll turn …
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313 Cute and Funny Chicken Names [Almighty List for Hens AND Roosters!]
Struggling to find the best funny chicken names? Let us help you out with this list of the 313+ cute and funny chicken names! From …
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