You’re probably wondering how to breed ducks if you’re pondering adding them to your farm. Ducks can be an excellent addition to any farm, as they are resilient and easy to care for. Plus, they’re great providers of protein! Not only will having a few ducks on your property bring life and diversity to the […]
You know that ducks can be an incredibly beneficial addition to your farm. Not only do they provide eggs and meat for the table, but they are also useful when controlling pests in your fields. Unfortunately, your sweet and docile birds may become hostile and attack each other, their hens, or even you. Let’s explore […]
Taste is subjective, but it’s hard to argue that these goat breeds aren’t absolutely delicious meat producers. Goats are an underrated source of meat that is low in cost and high in several nutritional values and protein. It takes about seven pounds of food to produce one pound of meat. For comparison, making one pound of […]
If you’re looking for an animal offering beautiful fibers and the perfect level-headed personality to be safe around small children, look no further than the Pygora goat. With beautiful curls, fun personalities, and some versatility in farming applications, these animals make excellent additions to almost any farm. In this post, we’ll tell you everything you […]
Do you want to add some ducks to your farm but aren’t sure they’ll be too noisy? Whether you’re trying to be respectful of your nearby neighbors or protect your own backyard peace and quiet, it’s a valid question to ask, especially if you’re in the research phase of adding ducks to your homestead. Lucky […]
Are you looking to add the perfect pet goat to your family? Whether you’re a farmer, homesteader, or just someone who loves animals, these hornless goat breeds are some of the best additions to any home. Not only do they provide an all-natural source of fresh milk, meat, or fiber, but their friendly and playful […]
Did your bird bump into its cage or fall and suffer from broken blood feathers? If your bird is in that situation right now, don’t panic. In any case, never pull the blood feathers because that can be extremely painful for your beloved feathery companion. Then, how should you treat it? In this article, we’ll […]
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When choosing any livestock animal, the overwhelming options, varying opinions, and information overload can be intimidating. When choosing the right goat for your homestead (especially if that homestead is buried in snow half the year), there are a few factors to consider. The most common purpose for keeping goats is milk, followed by meat, mohair […]
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Is it possible raising quail with bantams? Because we know that the consensus on keeping quail with regular-sized chickens is, in short, don’t do it. But what about the smaller, size-comparable bantam breeds? In this article, we will discuss how it may be possible to raise them together and why you still might be better off keeping the two […]
When do ducks start laying eggs? I challenge you to find something sweeter than a fuzzy, freshly hatched duckling. They are tiny, wobbly, and a joy to watch as they take their first swim. But, as an adaptation to the ever-posed question, “What came first, the duckling or the egg?” Your duck hens must begin […]