There are many reasons why people want to raise goats. After all, these animals do well in livestock and as pets. In most cases, homesteaders love to raise goats for meat. They are meaty and fast-growing animals that you can easily manage. Goats are zero-waste animals. You can utilize them for their milk, meat, skin, […]
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Caring for goats year-round takes a lot of planning. And if you’re new to the goat world, there are a lot of unexpected challenges ahead. But when you know what’s coming down the road, you can plan and pivot when your beloved goats decide to through you a curveball (and they will)! This article gives […]
It’s as clear as day that goats are herbivores as they feed mostly on plants. But if you’re a newbie homesteader, navigating their world, there’s so much more to their diet that you should know about when feeding goats. So, in this guide, we’ll talk about: what foods do these ruminal animals eat and how […]
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Raising goats can be a handful, especially for beginners. There are many things to consider, such as food, shelter, and goat bedding. When it comes to the best bedding for goats, you have plenty of choices in the market. The decision is going to be up to you as a goat owner. The best thing […]
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Goat milk – how does it compare to cow milk and sheep milk? Are you curious about the differences between goat, cow, and sheep milk? Many people are surprised to learn that all three types of milk have unique benefits and drawbacks. This post will compare the three kinds of milk in terms of taste, […]
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Mealworms! Shake that packet and chickens come running from every corner of the yard. Chickens love dried mealworms, no doubt about it. But should you be feeding them to your flock? It really depends on the supplier. As always, higher quality ones are more expensive but in terms of your flock’s health, it’s definitely worth […]
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Miniature horses, miniature pigs, miniature chickens? Yes, there really are miniature chickens, though they aren’t just a novelty, flash-in-the-pan, type of tiny animal. They’ve actually been around for quite a while, and they have a name: Bantams. And yes, you’ll be thrilled to hear they come in all different kinds of chicken breeds, many of […]
Mealworms have always been the go-to protein treat for chickens, but the black soldier fly larva is becoming more and more popular for many good reasons. Let’s see how they both stack up in comparison and which is best for your flock. The term ‘mealworm’ is really a misnomer. These little bits of wiggly beings […]
Raising ducklings is the most fun and cutest parts of the entire duck husbandry process. These cute little fuzzy bundles of energy and noise are exciting to watch grow and thrive for the kiddos and adults, alike. Baby ducklings being raised naturally by a momma or incubated by their future keepers, the husbandry tactics are […]
You want to bring home another goat to the herd. But you ask yourself, how many goats should I have? If you have to ask yourself this question, then this article is just for you. You will learn how many goats are too many and how many are just right. Raising goats for beginners can […]