Backyard Livestock 101: Chickens, Turkeys, Goats, and Rabbits
Thinking about taking take the leap from raising vegetables to raising things that run, jump, and poop? Read this first.
Dirty Feed, Done Dirt Cheap: Are Consumers Who Shell Out for Organic Meat Eating a Bunch of Bull?
America imports staggering amounts of organic grain from abroad – which allows for sleight of hand during shipping and opens the door to tainted feed.
8 Sheep That Don’t Require Shearing
"Hair sheep" have a coat that's more like other animal's hair, so there's no shearing required. They're better suited for brush control and meat.
Goat Sex: Everything You Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask
Buckle up for the ins and outs of goat sex that you may not be familiar with. Note of caution: there’s a lot of pee involved.
5 Things I Learned the Hard Way While Raising Pigs
With the body of a bulldozer and the appetite of a hippo, pigs are not always the best choice for an idealistic hobby farmer.
Mothering chicken eggs is not for everyone, but if you think it might be your calling, here's how to do it.
Here’s Why a Chicken Can Live Without Its Head
Running around like a chicken with its head cut off? Here’s the science behind the saying.
Blogger Jason Price recounts the ups and downs of his backyard chicken rearing adventure.
