Effectively Creep Feeding Your Foals
May 01, 2019
Creep feeding foals is one of the best ways to help with the weaning process away from dependence on the mare. Here’s what it is and how it is done...
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Creep Feeding Your Calves
April 15, 2019
Whether you're looking to feed your calves something specific or the bigger cattle are keeping all of the feed to themselves, a creep feeder may be a good...
Caring for Newborn Calves
April 01, 2019
Cattle may seem hardy, but newborn calves can be weak and delicate, and proper care in the first few hours of their lives will greatly improve survival rates...
Tips for Creating a Living Space for your Baby Chicks
March 15, 2019
Newly hatched chicks, ducklings, goslings and turkey poults require that their very basic needs for shelter, warmth, food and water be met in order to survive....
Switching Horse Feeds Safely
March 01, 2019
Your horse’s dietary needs will change throughout its life, but it can be tricky to switch horse feeds safely without stressing the animal or causing digestive...
Starting Your Flock
February 15, 2019
It can be exciting to start a new flock of chickens, and the benefits – entertaining pets, unique company, fresh eggs and healthy meat – are equally exciting,...
Tips on Bottle Feeding Calves, Lambs and Goats
February 01, 2019
No matter what type of livestock you raise, bottle feeding hungry youngsters is occasionally necessary. It doesn't have to be a hassle, however, and there are...
The Importance of Extra Hay During Winter Months
January 15, 2019
It is true that during the winter months riding your horse can become a scarce occasion. This means that your horse’s diet must also change. Since the horse...
Raising Turkeys on Your Backyard Farm
January 01, 2019
Turkeys can be a great addition to many backyard farms, but they aren't right for everyone. Before selecting chicks and starting a flock, it is best to...
Protecting Your Livestock from the Harsh Winter
December 15, 2018
Winter is a dangerous season for livestock and can be devastating to farmers, whether you have just a few hobby animals or a large commercial operation....
Farming Through the Winter Freeze
December 01, 2018
Winter is no vacation from farming – there are essential tasks that all farmers need to do throughout the winter to ensure a productive and profitable spring....
How to Prepare Your Chickens For Winter
November 15, 2018
Chickens are a surprisingly resilient bird where winter is concerned. This is especially true if your poultry belongs to one of the winter-hardy breeds such as...
Barn Winterization Checklist
November 01, 2018
Whether you farm just a few acres, raise any type of livestock or oversee a large commercial agricultural operation, your barn is a critical structure in...
What You Should Know For Getting Your Horse Shod for Fall/Winter
October 15, 2018
It is generally accepted that finding the right horseshoe is extremely important for riding in temperate climates in the winter. Riding outdoors in the winter...
Adjusting Your Cattle to the Changing Seasons
October 01, 2018
Acclimating yourself to the frigid winter months is certainly a difficult task following the warmth of summer and fall. Furnace maintenance, firewood stacking,...
Deworming Your Cattle
September 15, 2018
When your cattle herd has problems with tape worms, it can wreak havoc with their digestion systems. Knowing what to do about it can save you a lot of problems...
Storm Preparation Tips for Horse & Cattle Owners
September 01, 2018
Properly caring for horses or livestock during a threatening storm requires careful planning and preparation. No one is immune to disaster and that’s why we...
Hot Weather Tips for Show Animals
August 15, 2018
Summer time can really heat up. Not only with an increase in temperature, but also humidity and wind velocity play a role in ambient conditions that affect...
General Fly Control for Property, Yards and Farm
August 01, 2018
Flies can be more than just a nuisance, they can actually be dangerous to you, your animals, your garden and your crops. There are dozens of types of flies...
Hot Weather Tips for Raising Poultry
July 15, 2018
As temperatures begin to flare above 90 degrees with high humidity, don’t forget about caring for your flock. An important requirement for raising poultry is...
How Do I Help My Older Horse From Losing Weight?
July 01, 2018
Horses are beautiful creatures that require different levels of maintenance and care over time. Even though horses today will often live longer than their...
How Climate Change Effects Horses – And How to Tame It
June 15, 2018
The causes of climate change may be hotly debated, but there's no debate that climate change effects animals, sometimes drastically. Understanding how your...
Lyme Disease Information
June 01, 2018
Lyme disease – also called Lyme borreliosis – can be frightening, but when you learn the facts about this condition, you can better avoid any contagion and...
How Supplements Can Benefit Your Horse
May 15, 2018
Ideally, a natural grazing diet would meet all of your horse's nutritional needs, but that isn't always possible or practical. How, then, do you know if...
Tips On Fly Control For Your Cattle
May 01, 2018
Every year spring brings new beginnings. The sun shines, livestock begin to breed, and the grass begins to turn green again. With all that beauty also comes...