When considering the backyard flock, the importance of a rooster is often up for debate. Since hens can lay eggs without roosters and there is a growing list of reports […]
8 Reasons to Keep a Rooster on the Homestead
Livestock
Choosing a Pig Breed on the Homestead
When introducing new pigs to your homestead, it’s essential to select a breed that best meets your family’s needs. There are numerous pig breeds to choose from, each with its […]
Tips for Keeping Livestock Cool in the Summer Heat
It is getting hot out there, friends. While you may be able to walk into your air-conditioned homes to cool off, your animals can’t so they need your help to […]
5 Tips to Prepare for Baby Chicks
Bringing baby chicks onto the homestead is always exciting whether you are a chicken newbie or a seasoned chicken keeper. Don’t let the excitement get you too far ahead of […]
Homestead Fly Control: 6 Ways to Get Rid of Flies
Flies are a pesky nuisance during the summertime, but on the homestead, they are much more than a simple frustration. Adult flies and fly larvae can be detrimental to the […]
Are Farm-Fresh Eggs Safe for Consumption?
Farm-Fresh Eggs are in high demand right now with store prices skyrocketing. People are turning to their chicken-keeping neighbors for food instead of choosing the convenience of the grocery store. […]
How to Control the Cost of Raising Chickens
Whether the goal is eggs or meat, folks starting out their country journey seem to go straight for chickens. Managed well, chickens can fit right into the farm ecosystem, providing […]
Tromboncino: Homegrown Animal Feed
Grow your own animal feed right on the homestead! Learn the benefits and how to grow tromboncino squash as a dual-purpose crop for man or beast. With purchased animal feeds […]
Chicken Breed Egg Colors
Do you know the difference in chicken breed egg colors? Which chickens lay blue eggs? Which ones lay green eggs? In your quest for fresh chicken eggs, you may be wondering […]
Raising Goats on the Homestead | Is it the Right Time?
When is the right time to start raising goats on the homestead? Prior to adding goats to your farm make sure you have adequate fencing, have selected the best breed […]