Depending on what part of the world you live in, at some point, the cold winter will arrive. Farmers can go indoors where there is a steady stream of warmth to help them get through the season. Livestock, on the other hand, has a barn to gather in for protection. That will keep the animals … Read more
So you’ve been thinking about raising goats for a long time but there’s so much information out there on how to do it. You’ve caught yourself admiring random goat farms on your morning commute and you’ve finally decided it’s time to start your own herd. It’s exciting and a little nerve-wracking to try to figure … Read more
All dairy farmers appreciate the work that the best portable goat milking machines provide. Actually, each dairy farmer will need this item more than most realize. Having a milker handy is excellent. However, have a Portable Milking Machine is more than good, it is fantastic! Today’s farmers that appreciate advanced technology using milking machines know … Read more
Every day a new product hits the shelves for milk supplements. Reading labels on each new product that is available can be tiring and often leaves the consumer more confused and frustrated. Exploring different products can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming and expensive. That is especially true if there are allergies you … Read more
People with no history of raising livestock have no clue how often farmers have to deal with parasites living in their goats. Approximately around 85 percent of your herd’s health issues are due to worms. Goats are enormously susceptible to some form of parasite that will die if not treated correctly. Frequent signs include these: … Read more
When it is time to work on your goats hoofs, you will not want to do it yourself or pay someone to do the job if their tools are dull. In this particular scenario, the tools mean hoof trimmers. Also, you should never trust anyone to do any type of work on your herd if … Read more