How to raise goats
How to raise goats: When I asked Katie Cordrey (local goat aficionado) about raising goats, she summed up the whole experience pretty well: “Goats will climb EVERYTHING. Goats will EAT EVERYTHING. They...
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Disclaimer: I don’t know everything there is to know about horses. I do not consider myself a professional. I do however work on a modest sized horse ranch. As such, I have learned a thing or two....
View ArticleHow to raise chickens
How to Raise Chickens Raising chickens is relatively simple and easy. The biggest thing you have to worry about when raising chickens are predators. You will also want to make yourself aware of the...
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How to Raise Pigs “Why raise pigs? Because you can’t get bacon out of a chicken.” – Phil “hog man” Donahue Pigs are the smartest animals on the farm. They are smarter than horses, dogs, and even some...
View ArticleHow to hatch chicken eggs
How to hatch chicken eggs: I hate to point out the obvious, but you can’t hatch eggs from the grocery store. You also can’t hatch eggs if you don’t have a rooster. I don’t know if your parents ever...
View ArticleBarn Owls: Make Money and Slay Rodents
Barn Owls: Make Money and Slay Rodents There are a lot of articles out there about barn owls and why they are great for rodent control. I will be discussing a little of that, but more importantly, I...
View ArticleBasics of raising cows
Basics of Raising Cows Feeding Cows: There is no such thing as a “free cow.” A healthy cow will consume about 2% of its body weight every day during the winter months. A pregnant heifer should be feed...
View ArticleHow to Raise Honey Bees: A Beginner’s Guide
How to Raise Honey Bees: A Beginner’s Guide Bees are generally easy keepers compared to other livestock; they are independent and require less attention and care than other creatures you may consider...
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How to Raise Ducks Why You Should Raise Ducks: Where should I begin? Ducks are great! They are hardy, forage for their own food, and lay eggs. Not to mention that if cooked properly, they taste...
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