Cows

Calf sharing can offer the perks of owning a family milk cow without the overwhelm of excess milk. As a first-time owner, we dove in with three cows and learned a lot! With the birth of our third calf, I’m reflecting on the mistakes made and how we’ve improved both milk production and cow-calf management. Here are the top lessons I’ve learned from our rookie calf sharing experiences.

Discover the secrets to maximizing profits on your micro farm with our comprehensive guide on the best times to sell calves. Learn from experienced ranchers and agricultural experts who share their top tips for making extra money through livestock auctions. Understand market trends and get all the insights you need to make informed decisions for your farming business.

One acre of fodder beets can out-yield hay by 10X — yet almost no farmers in North America are growing them.Across Europe and New Zealand, fodder beets are f...

Dive deep into the world of cattle with this comprehensive guide tailored for both novice and seasoned homesteaders. Whether you're venturing into raising cattle for fresh, organic dairy or for quality meat, this eBook equips you with knowledge straight from the farm to your table. The journey begins with a brief historical overview of cattle farming. As you proceed, you'll be introduced to the different types and breeds suitable for various climates and purposes. Navigate the intricacies of...

Bored of the typical uses for milk? Let's get you out of your milk rut. Learn how to use up extra milk from your family milk cow so you aren't overwhelmed.

Milk fever in milk cows is common so it is very important to learn all you can about how to recognize symptoms in your cow. Today I share how we prevent milk fever in our jersey dairy cows and our vet will show you how to give your cow a tube of CMPK paste using an applicator gun.

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"Dexter cattle are the perfect choice for our family homestead! While meeting both our needs for beef and milk, both are on a more manageable scale that fits our family best! This page is dedicated to sharing the real data when it comes to our Dexter cattle milk production. Here I share the daily milk logs of each of our Dexter cows to give a realistic picture of owning a Dexter Milk cow. ​While I know this is a tiny sample of the milk production of Dexter milk cows, this is real data, not...

A tour of Polyface Farm in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Virginia!1 HOUR PODCAST WITH Joel Salatin: https://bit.ly/2022atPolyfaceSALAD BAR BEEF BOOK: ht...

A huge part of choosing a sensible diet that includes meat means choosing the right meat.

Black Angus or Angus cattle are beef cattle that can be raised in a variety of conditions, from on a ranch where the cattle have to pretty well look after themselves, to the feedlot. Each individual producer has his/her own way to raise...

If you have a smaller homestead with only a few acres of pasture, but want a milk or beef cow, a dexter is the right fit for you. Dexter cattle are hardy and economical

There are many reasons farmers, ranchers and homesteaders are raising cows for beef. And there's nothing like fresh, homegrown beef!

Considering getting into cattle? Yes, cattle are great! How do you know if raising cattle will work for you, your farm and your schedule? Let me help you figure it out! #familyfarmlivestock #cattle #pasture

Keeping these principles in mind when you’re working your livestock will turn you into a great stockman.